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A Franco-Colombian research project born of the GEMINAE meetings

Franco-Colombian research project born of the GEMINAE

The GEMINAE program fosters global academic cooperation in Romance language-speaking regions. A collaboration between Sabine Forero Mendoza (UPPA) and Universidad del Rosario led to a research project on Colombia’s collaborative artistic practices (1991-2021), funded by ECOS Nord. The study explores art’s role in social change and resilience. Supported by French and Colombian institutions, it runs until 2027, reinforcing ties between Europe and Latin America. Le programme GEMINAE, réseau extra-européen de l’alliance UNITA, vise à renforcer la coopération internationale entre des universités du monde entier où sont parlées des langues romanes. C’est dans ce cadre que s’est nouée la collaboration entre Sabine Forero Mendoza, professeure spécialisée en philosophie et histoire de l’art à l’Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour, et ses partenaires colombiens de l’Université du Rosaire (Universidad del Rosario, Bogotá). Lors des rencontres GEMINAE tenues à Pau en septembre 2023, ces partenaires ont pu initier un ambitieux projet de recherche consacré aux pratiques artistiques collaboratives en Colombie, qui vient de décrocher un financement du programme ECOS Nord. Une reconnaissance par le programme ECOS Le projet, intitulé « Pratiques artistiques collaboratives en Colombie : enjeux sociaux, processus créatifs et élaborations d’espaces communs (1991-2021) », a récemment obtenu une bourse ECOS Nord. Le programme ECOS (Nord et Sud) soutient des collaborations scientifiques d’excellence entre la France et des pays d’Amérique latine en finançant des échanges entre chercheurs et doctorants sous forme de missions et de stages de perfectionnement. Il est important de noter que les bourses ECOS sont rares dans le domaine des sciences humaines et sociales, ce qui renforce la valeur et la reconnaissance de ce projet. Une étude sur les liens entre art et engagement politique L’objectif de la recherche est d’explorer comment les pratiques artistiques participatives ont accompagné des transformations sociales et politiques majeures en Colombie, depuis la mise en œuvre de la Constitution de 1991 jusqu’aux mobilisations citoyennes de 2021. En s’appuyant sur des entretiens et une analyse approfondie des contextes, l’équipe franco-colombienne étudiera des œuvres collectives produites dans des disciplines variées : arts plastiques, théâtre, littérature et cinéma. Ces réalisations revêtent bien souvent une finalité réparatrice en Colombie, contribuant aux processus de résilience et de reconstruction sociale dans un pays marqué par des conflits internes. Une collaboration scientifique structurée Le projet est mené par une équipe internationale et interdisciplinaire : en France, des chercheuses appartenant à trois universités sont impliquées (Université de Lorraine, Université Rennes 2 et Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour), ainsi qu’une doctorante de Cergy Paris Université. En Colombie, des chercheurs en arts plastiques, en philosophie et sciences politiques, ainsi qu’une doctorante en droit spécialisée dans la justice transitionnelle et le droit des minorités, contribuent aux travaux. Cette coopération s’appuie sur un cadre institutionnel solide, incluant des accords bilatéraux et un financement jusqu’en 2027. Le premier départ de mission est prévu pour août : il marque le début des travaux de terrain, qui incluront un recensement des propositions artistiques et des entretiens avec des artistes et acteurs culturels. L’Université du Rosaire, partenaire du projet, entretient des liens privilégiés avec l’Université de Saragosse, qui, en tant que membre de l’alliance UNITA, l’a désigné comme un partenaire stratégique. C’est dans ce cadre que cette université colombienne a participé aux rencontres du réseau GEMINAE organisées à Pau en 2023, renforçant ainsi les collaborations académiques entre l’Europe et l’Amérique latine que l’UPPA a à cœur de développer. Le projet bénéficiera du dynamisme de la faculté d’art récemment créée au sein de l’Université du Rosaire, qui constitue un espace clé pour l’étude, l’évaluation et la valorisation de pratiques artistiques à fort impact social, dans un pays particulièrement touché par diverses formes de violence.

Cultural Heritage Meets Technology at the Casa Mureșenilor Museum in Brasov

On March 6, 2025, the Casa Mureșenilor Museum in Brasov hosted an engaging online presentation by Valer Rus, the museum’s manager, for professors and students involved in the CONNECT WONDERS project. This project, funded through UNITA Starting Grants, aims to explore the connections between literature, tourism, and European cultural heritage, contributing to knowledge integration based on The World Literature Knowledge Graph, a semantic resource developed by researchers at the University of Turin. With an impressive archive of over 25,000 documents, the Casa Mureșenilor Museum was the perfect partner for organizing an event aligned with the project’s theme. The museum is widely recognized for adopting innovative solutions that make history accessible to the public. During the virtual tour, participants discovered three initiatives that make this museum particularly appealing to younger generations. The first, launched in 2017, enables visitors to explore the museum through virtual reality, offering an immersive experience with historical archives. Since 2019, an interactive artificial intelligence-powered avatar has provided personalized information about exhibits, enhancing the visitor experience. In 2022, a gamified virtual tour was introduced, blending history with digital interactivity and inviting users to uncover the secrets of the Mureșianu family. The museum manager’s captivating presentation sparked curiosity and encouraged participants to explore the museum further. As a result, a future activity within the CONNECT WONDERS project, scheduled for October 2025, will take place at this museum.

UPNA celebrates the NOCHE UNITA, a moving event on the UNITA values

UPNA organised, within the framework of the UNITA WEEK, the so-called UNITA NIGHT, a moving event with the aim of recalling and highlighting the values that identify UNITA and to reinforce the feeling of belonging to the alliance. The session interspersed short talks by researchers from five different countries of the Alliance, with musical pieces representative of each country by the Escolanía del Orfeón Pamplonés, one of the most prominent children’s choirs in Navarre. The topics discussed, all of them substantial values for UNITA, were European identity, sustainable innovation, the role of Romance languages and the links they create, nature-friendly solutions and, finally, the historical relations between the member countries of the alliance. Each of the speakers spoke in their native language and the audience, made up exclusively of those attending UNITA Week Pamplona, was able to follow the proceedings thanks to a simultaneous translation into English, projected on a screen. The speakers were the following: Francisco Beltrán Lloris (Universidad de Zaragoza), Elisa Corino (Università degli studi di Torino), Frank D’Amico (lUniversité de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour), Bruno Ferreira Costa (Universidade da Beira Interior) and Alexandra Petcu (l’Universitatea de Vest din Timişoara). The event was presented by UPNA student Meghavi Chapman Azpirotz.

UNITA Week Pamplona addresses key issues for the future of the alliance

UNITA_week Pamplona

Between 25 and 28 February, Public University of Navarra (UPNA) hosted in Pamplona UNITA Week 2025, the Alliance’s most important annual meeting and work event. More than 150 people, representing all the universities that make up UNITA, met for three intense days of work to assess the state of progress of the project and to establish future strategies for the consolidation of the Alliance. New organisational structure In the framework of the meetings and activities scheduled at UNITA Week, key issues for UNITA were addressed, such as a roadmap towards a UNITA blueprint, conformed by its fundamental strategies, the preliminary results of the project´s quality review, the progress in the impact observatory, new refinements in the sustainable financial model and the identification of the needs for digitalisation of the different tasks. Other key issues concerning the structure, organisation and consolidation of the alliance were also addressed. These included the approval of a new organisational structure more aligned with the governance of universities, as well as the signing of the so-called Brescia Declaration, drawn up in October 2024 in Brescia, which is committed to an ambitious institutional model capable of carrying out, on a European scale, all the activities of a university. The UNITA Week also served as the setting for the change in the Presidency of the Alliance, a position now held by Ramón Gonzalo, Rector of UPNA, replacing Marilen Gabriel Pirtea, Rector of Universitatea de Vest in Timisoara. The Pamplona meeting also set up a specific programme of meetings for the students who are part of the UNITA Student Assembly. These parallel meetings were mainly aimed at finalising the details of the upcoming Student Assembly elections and the creation of an alumni network for former students. Values, training and sustainability Among the parallel activities, the organization of Noche UNITA stood out, an outreach event in which talks by five researchers from UNITA universities were interspersed with songs performed by a children’s choir in five languages of the alliance. The goal: to remember and highlight the values that define and unite the university communities that are part of UNITA. The programme also included a lecture on European joint degrees by Dorothy Kelly, coordinator of the ARQUS Alliance of universities and professor at the University of Granada, and a training session on Agile methodology for project management. It is also noteworthy that the organisation of this meeting by the UPNA was carried out in accordance with one of UNITA’s fundamental values: sustainability. In this sense, criteria were followed to reduce the consumption of paper and plastic as much as possible, replacing it with other more ecological alternatives. The aim was to reduce as much as possible the ecological footprint of an event that brings together such a large number of people. 

Extending UNITA Green Day to all campuses: UPPA’s multi-site approach

Extending UNITA Green Day to all campuses: UPPA's multi-site approach

At the University of Pau and the Pays de l’Adour (UPPA), the Green Day initiative went beyond a single campus. By extending the event across all its sites and integrating it into its Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility framework, the university successfully maximized its impact on sustainability awareness. Un Green Day multi-campus : un défi relevé par l’UPPA Dans le cadre du Green Day de l’alliance UNITA, l’UPPA a organisé l’évènement en s’appuyant sur un modèle décentralisé. Plutôt que de concentrer l’événement sur un unique site, l’université a fait le choix d’une diffusion multi-campus, impliquant Pau, Mont-de-Marsan, Tarbes, Bayonne et Anglet. Cette démarche a permis d’assurer une participation élargie et de toucher l’ensemble de la communauté universitaire. L’UPPA a mis en place une série de ciné-débats autour du documentaire Bigger Than Us, un film mettant en lumière l’engagement des jeunes à travers le monde. Chaque session, animée par des étudiants impliqués, a permis de favoriser l’échange et la réflexion autour de l’engagement des jeunes et de leurs motivations. Un événement intégré dans la démarche DD&RS de l’université La participation de l’UPPA à cet événement UNITA s’est parfaitement inscrite dans sa démarche de Développement Durable et Responsabilité Sociétale (DD&RS). Cela a permis d’ancrer l’événement dans une stratégie globale et cohérente, en lien avec les objectifs de transition écologique et sociétale portés par l’établissement. Prolonger la dynamique : les prochaines étapes Après avoir réalisé les trois premiers Green Day sur les campus de Pau, Mont-De-Marsan et Tarbes, l’UPPA poursuivra ses actions avec une nouvelle projection-débat prévue à Bayonne/Anglet fin mars lors de la Semaine des transitions, qui se tiendra du 24 au 28 mars 2025.

UNITA Code of Ethics and Conduct: a step toward creating a safe, fair, and inclusive academic environment

UNITA is proud to launch its Code of Ethics and Conduct, a thorough framework designed to define and encourage ethical behavior throughout the alliance’s activities. Crafted in partnership with experts, member universities, and dedicated task teams, this Code represents a significant step forward in reinforcing the core values that unite the UNITA community: integrity, commitment, professionalism, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability. This Code is more than just a symbolic gesture; it serves as a practical guide for the everyday decisions and actions of students, academic staff, and administrative personnel involved in UNITA’s collaborative projects. It lays out clear expectations for respectful communication, responsible resource management, inclusive practices, and environmentally friendly choices. For example, it advocates for transparency in decision-making, fairness in workload distribution, and support for underrepresented groups. Additionally, it encourages low-impact mobility, aligning with the alliance’s environmental goals. Laura Corazza, expert in Sustainability accounting and one of the Code’s co-authors, shares: “This document reflects who we are as an alliance and serves as a guide for our future direction. It empowers us to act ethically, consistently, and collectively, even amidst diverse institutional cultures.” Maurizio De Tullio, Executive Coordinator of the UNITA alliance and one of the Code’s co-authors, shares : “The Code is the product of a collective intelligence effort of all the partners, who with their insights and feedbacks collected through several iterations, contributed to elevate the quality of the document“ To ensure that the Code is not just a document but a living practice, UNITA will set up a dedicated Ethical Committee. This committee is made up of a diverse group of representatives, including a student, faculty, staff, and ethics and quality assurance experts. They play a crucial advisory role, provide training sessions, monitor ethical compliance, and address any concerns or complaints. A secure whistleblowing platform will also be implemented, guaranteeing complete confidentiality and protection for anyone who reports misconduct. For the UNITA community, the launch of this Code signifies a collective commitment to fostering a safe, fair, and inclusive academic environment one that embodies our values not just in theory, but in action. By weaving ethics into its core, UNITA strengthens its vision of a European university alliance grounded in trust, accountability, and mutual respect. Read the Code in the UNITA website.

A tool created by UNITA alliance universities that assesses the level of internationalisation of degrees

UNITA alliance universities that assesses the level of internationalisation of degrees

UNITA alliance universities have developed a digital resource called the Self-Assessment Tool, which allows them to assess the level of internationalisation of their degree programmes. The tool offers a detailed diagnosis and provides specific recommendations for designing and implementing effective strategies to foster more global, inclusive and accessible higher education. The presentation of the tool took place at the Public University of Navarra (UPNA) during a meeting (called ‘Multiplier Event’) organized by Paloma Fernandez-Rasines (coordinator), Aneider Iza-Erviti, Rebeca Echavarri and Julia Amorena  as part of the Erasmus+ project UNITA RECIPES for INTERNATIONALISATION. The meeting, held at the Arrosadia campus in the city of Pamplona (Navarra), brought together representatives of universities and entities linked to the project. Jorge Elso Torralba, Vice-Rector for Internationalisation and Cooperation of the UPNA, welcomed them and highlighted the importance of the project as a key tool for the internationalisation of degree programmes, with the advantage of offering ‘a practical and accessible approach’ to put it into practice, which ‘helps to overcome cultural and geographical barriers’. Internationalisation consultancy The UNITA RECIPES for INTERNATIONALISATION project, launched in December 2023 for a period of three years, aims to facilitate the internationalisation of the degree programmes of the universities of the UNITA alliance through the support of a new professional figure: the internationalisation advisor. This innovative role aims to accompany the people in charge of the degree programmes through personalised support (‘coaching’) to develop competences that promote inclusive and effective internationalisation in order to reach students with fewer opportunities and to promote ‘internationalisation at home’. With a budget of 400,000 euros, funded by the Erasmus+ programme and co-funded by MOVETIA (the Swiss Agency for the Promotion of Exchanges and Mobility in the Education Sector) and the participating universities, the project underlines the commitment of European universities involved in the improvement of higher education in a global context. The project is coordinated by the University of Savoie Mont Blanc (France) and involves the following partner universities: Brescia (Italy), Transilvania University of Brasov (Romania), the Polytechnic Institute of Guarda (Portugal) and the Public University of Navarra (Spain). In addition, ARACIS (the Romanian National Evaluation Agency) and the other universities of the UNITA alliance are partners: Zaragoza (Spain), Turin (Italy), Beira Interior (Portugal), Pau and Pays de l’Adour (France), West Timisoara (Romania), the Higher Specialised School of Western Switzerland – HES-SO (Switzerland) and the Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University (Ukraine).

Multiplier Event CONNECT-UNITA

Multiplier Event CONNECT-UNITA

On January 30th, professors, researchers, educational engineers, and administrative staff gathered at Université Savoie Mont Blanc for an afternoon of discussions on the challenges of international collaboration, learning activities, and innovative teaching approaches. This hybrid event aimed to showcase the final outcome of the Constellation project, hashtagConnect-UNITA. What is Connect-UNITA about?It is a collaborative platform and methodology designed to foster innovation in teaching and learning. The goal is not only to enhance knowledge and skill acquisition but also to break down barriers of geographical, linguistic, temporal, and social distance, promoting inclusion and international cooperation. Agenda highlights:Presentation of the hashtagConnect-UNITA project and its Time-Spatial-Linguistic Teaching and Learning Travel Machine. Insights into different applications of this travel machine in higher education and its benefits in an international teaching context. Experience sharing on internationalization of teaching at USMB.Exploring the integration of generative AI in higher education: current practices and future perspectives in an international learning environment. A huge thank you to all the speakers (Amy Church-Morel, Anne-Sophie Nardelli Malgrand, Adrien Badel, Vincent COUTURIER, Yannick Vidal) and participants for their inspiring and innovative contributions. Together, we are shaping the future of education, making it more interdisciplinary and collaborative! Special thanks to the hashtag UNITA USMB office (Pauline Jousseaume and lucie CONTAT) for logistics and communication, to the project leader UPPA, and to our UNITA partner institutions: UVT, TORINO, UNIZAR, and UBI. A big shoutout to Aurélie Falconnet, the software engineer, Sorana Cîmpan, the project coordinator at USMB, and Noelia Chambaz, UNITA educational engineer, for their outstanding work in organizing this event.

UNITA awards 17 bachelor’s and master’s theses on European citizenship

UNITA awards 17 bachelor’s and master’s theses on European citizenship

UNITA organised a dissertation competition on European citizenship that resulted in 17 winning students from 7 universities across the Alliance. The aim was to contribute to a better understanding of the European identity. The winning theses introduces a variety of topics. From the Eurovision Festival to Ecodesign and Circular Economy. The bachelor’s students have been awarded 200 euros and the master’s students 400 euros. We interviewed some of them. UNIZAR Iker Epelde is a student of the Master in Circular Economy and currently works at Bilibin Circular, a consultancy where he carried out this project. He studied Mechanical Engineering and is interested in combining industrial design with Ecodesign, rethinking products and offering innovative solutions from a circular perspective. This master’s thesis analyses the environmental impact of three food packaging products through Ecodesign, as part of the EKODIS-FOOD project promoted by the Basque Food Cluster. Through a life cycle analysis (LCA), it shows that eco-designed packaging is more environmentally sustainable than conventional packaging, reaffirming that Eco-design is key to reducing environmental impact in the food chain. Beatriz Pelegay has studied a double international degree in Management and Public Administration at the University of Zaragoza and Political Science and International Relations at the University of Valle d’Aosta in Italy. She is currently preparing for the competitive examinations for the position of Secretary-Comptroller and working. Her work reviews the public policies applied to the phenomenon of depopulation in Aragon and, in particular, the social sphere of women, due to their decisive nature for these measures to be effective. All administrative levels (from the European Union to local authorities) have implemented actions to tackle this problem, which is a pressing one for the territories of many European states and is a reason for a lack of cohesion in European citizenship. SAVOIE MONT BLANC François Arthebise studied a Master’s degree in Modern and Contemporary History Research. He is currently preparing for the teaching exam in History and Geography. The thesis focuses on the international actions of the city of Annecy between 1956 and 2017. The research examines the key players and motivations that have made Annecy a city with European and global influence. He was particularly interested in Annecy’s cooperation and events due to his passion for contemporary history and international relations through cultural exchanges. Matteo Anthony Carotti, is pursuing a double degree in Business Law in Chambéry and European Legal Studies in Turin. He is interested on the EU’s external action, particularly in the intersection of defense and Green sustainability. He chose “The European Union as a Global Security Actor” due to the pressing security challenges Europe faces, requiring diplomatic and deterrence mechanisms to address conflicts. More specifically, his dissertation examines the EU’s evolution in defense, from foundational treaties to initiatives like PESCO and the Strategic Compass. It analyzes missions like EULEX Kosovo and EUFOR ALTHEA, EU-NATO collaboration, and proposes strategies for enhancing coordination, cybersecurity, and military mobility. UNITO Depetris Matilde is graduated in Scienze Internazionali, dello Sviluppo e della Cooperazione at the University of Turin. She was awarded the UNITA Prize, section “three-year dissertations”, with the dissertation “Non sono solo canzonette: analisi multidimensionale del fenomeno dell’Eurovision Song Contest”. This thesis analyzes the ESC’s role as a cultural and political platform, exploring its impact on national and European identity construction and its influence on international relations. The study examines the ESC’s history, its reflection of geopolitical tensions, and its role in promoting cultural diplomacy, nation branding, and LGBTQ+ rights. The thesis concludes that the ESC is not merely a musical competition but a complex phenomenon that offers insights into the complexities of contemporary Europe and the potential of music as a tool for international dialogue and understanding. Kimia Dayhim is graduate in Global Law and Transnational Legal Studies at the University of Turin. She was awarded the UNITA Prize, section “three-year dissertations”, with the dissertation “Comparative Study of Abortion Legislation and Case Law in Italy, Ireland, Poland and Malta”. This thesis examines abortion legislation and case law in Italy, Ireland, Poland, and Malta, highlighting the diverse approaches influenced by religious, cultural, and legal factors. While all four countries share a Catholic heritage, their laws range from relatively liberal (Italy and post-2018 Ireland) to extremely restrictive (Poland and Malta). The study analyzes the historical context, current frameworks, and international concerns surrounding abortion in each country, exploring the impact on women’s access to services and the ongoing debate between religious beliefs and women’s rights. Greta Caratozzolo is a graduate in Law at the University of Turin. She was awarded the UNITA Prize, section “postgraduate theses”, with the thesis “EU citizenship as a consequence and as a limit to the acquisition of national citizenship: the case of investor schemes”. This thesis examines the relationship between EU citizenship and national citizenship, focusing on the implications of investor schemes. It explores the evolution of EU citizenship, its rights, and the acquisition and loss of both EU and national citizenship. The thesis analyzes the legal framework governing these processes, particularly the “genuine link” requirement for acquiring nationality. It then delves into the controversial issue of Residence by Investment (RBI) and Citizenship by Investment (CBI) schemes, highlighting their potential to undermine the essence of EU citizenship by granting nationality without a genuine link. The thesis ends by discussing the implications of these schemes in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the ongoing legal challenge to Malta’s CBI scheme before the Court of Justice. Alessia Giacumbo is graduated in Scienze del governo at the University of Turin. She was awarded the UNITA Prize, section “postgraduate theses”, with the thesis “Oltre la tutela giurisdizionale: dall’esperienza del Mediatore europeo alle forme di garanzia in Italia”. This paper examines alternative forms of guarantee to traditional judicial ones, focusing on the Ombudsman and recent sectoral guarantee figures. While primarily focusing on the Italian case, the study adopts a broader European perspective, comparing different legal systems in a historical-legal key. The research aims to highlight the significant contribution these guarantee figures offer in protecting rights and responding to citizens’ growing political disaffection. By

UNITA holds a researchers meeting in Circular Economy and Environment in the main auditorium of the University of Zaragoza

UNITA holds a researchers meeting in Circular Economy and Environment in the main auditorium of the University of Zaragoza

On 22 and 23 January, the University of Zaragoza welcomed almost 50 researchers from 7 European countries linked to UNITA universities. The aim is to develop joint projects and strengthen the research community of the Alliance. They came from Italy, France, Portugal, Romania, Switzerland and Ukraine, as well as Pamplona, for a meeting between researchers, also called ‘Matching Event’. It is an event to share research lines on Circular Economy and environment and to promote joint projects. La Universidad de Zaragoza acogió los días 22 y 23 de enero a casi 50 investigadores de 7 países europeos vinculados a las universidades UNITA. Vinieron desde Italia, Francia, Portugal, Rumanía, Suiza y Ucrania, además de Pamplona, para realizar un encuentro entre investigadores/as, también llamado “Matching Event”.  Se trata de un evento para compartir líneas de investigación sobre Economía circular y medio ambiente y promover proyectos conjuntos. El evento fue inaugurado por la Vicerrectora de Política Científica Rosa Bolea, el Vicerrector de Internacionalización y Cooperación Francisco Beltrán y el codirector del Hub de UNITA de Economía circular y medio ambiente, José María Fraile. Se dividió en dos jornadas, dedicando el primer día a presentaciones y el segundo a conectar proyectos. “Me lo estoy pasando tan bien que cuando llego al hotel ni siquiera estoy cansada. Me siento con energía porque estamos trabajando bien y conociendo a mucha gente”, expresaba Stefana María Dima, codirectora del Hub e investigadora de la Universitatea de Vest sin Timisoara. Francisco Beltrán, Vicerrector de Internalización y Cooperación de la Universidad de Zaragoza deseó a las personas presentes el éxito en sus futuros proyectos: “Que surjan proyectos que permitan avanzar en la colaboración conjunta. El objetivo principal de esta acción es fortalecer la comunidad de investigadores de la Alianza y conseguir que se elaboren proyectos entre los investigadores de las universidades UNITA”. Para colaborar en proyectos conjuntos, los invitados tienen que hacer match. Para ello cuentan con un máximo de 90 segundos para explicar sus investigaciones sobre economía circular y medioambiente. Después, son emparejados con otros investigadores para saber si sus líneas de trabajo son compatibles y, por último, se reúnen en grupos donde comparten opiniones sobre preguntas relacionadas con los temas del evento. “Hay mucha gente con la que estoy interesada en hablar. Deseando que podamos trabajar en futuros proyectos”, continúa Stefana María Dima. Al evento también han acudido investigadores de la Universidad de Zaragoza, José María Fraile indicaba: “Ya tengo dos posibilidades de matches con investigadores de la Universidad de Turín y Francia. Creo que es una gran oportunidad de hacer avances en nuestros proyectos y contar con la colaboración de otros compañeros”. Además, los investigadores/as han recibido una conferencia sobre la elaboración de proyectos europeos, impartida por el gestor de proyectos internacionales Oswaldo Somolinos. También han realizado una visita turística a la Aljafería y han compartido comidas de networking. Un tiempo que han aprovechado para seguir conociéndose: “Puedo saber si es un posible match si tenemos intereses parecidos, pero también si sabe mucho sobre un tema en el que yo no he trabajado aún. Ha sido muy agradable que la Universidad de Zaragoza nos haya dado la oportunidad de conocer investigadores con otras perspectivas”, indica Stefana María Dima.