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TwInn4MicroUp Enters the Classroom: Project Featured in Italian National PhD Programme on Catalysis and Energy
On 3 July 2026, TwInn4MicroUp was presented to doctoral students of the Italian National PhD Programme (DIN) in Catalysis and Energy by Nicola Di Fidio (UNIBA), reaching early-career researchers from 6 Italian universities through a dedicated module within his doctoral course on biocatalysis and biorefineries.
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TwInn4MicroUp Strengthens Intellectual Property Expertise Through EU Trademarks and Designs Workshop
A representative of the Laboratory for Eco-biotechnology and Drug Development participated in the online workshop "EU Trademarks and Designs – Service Beneficiaries Only", gaining valuable insights into intellectual property protection and innovation management to support the dissemination, exploitation, and commercialization of research results within the TwInn4MicroUp project.
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Seminar on Patent Literature Highlights the Strategic Role of Intellectual Property in Research and Innovation
A seminar at NTUA highlighted patent literature as a key tool for innovation, intellectual property management, and technology transfer, bringing together leading experts and researchers.
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Twinn4MicroUp Hosts Summer School on Microbial Synthetic Biology in Bari
From 17 to 19 June 2026, the University of Bari Aldo Moro hosted the Twinn4MicroUp Summer School on Microbial Synthetic Biology, bringing together international experts and early-career researchers to explore the tools and pathways shaping the future of microbial biotechnology and plastic upcycling.
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TwInn4MicroUp Guest Lectures Inspire Future Microbial Biotechnologists at the Faculty of Biology
Researchers from IMGGE delivered two guest lectures to students at the Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, presenting the TwInn4MicroUp project and highlighting the role of microbial biotechnology in plastic upcycling and sustainable innovation.
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A recap on Twinn4MicroUp’s Year 1 Knowledge Transfer Activities
During Year 1 of TwInn4MicroUp, our project’s activities brought together researchers, students, and project professionals through a wide range of expert-led learning, knowledge transfer experiences. From mastering financial rules and proposal writing to advancing green technologies for plastic waste degradation, our Year 1 Knowledge Transfer activities were all about building capacity, sharing expertise and gaining insight, within a growing community.
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Knowledge Exchange and Capacity Building through Secondments – Year 1 Recap
In its first year, the Twinn4MicroUp project carried out a series of research and administrative secondments across partner institutions. These exchanges advanced expertise in plastic pre-treatment, microbial engineering, and research management, while strengthening collaboration within the consortium.
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Twinn4MicroUp at the 7th International Summer School on Circular Bioeconomy and Sustainable Development
The Twinn4MicroUp project was present and actively contributed to the 7th ISSCBSD held in Thessaloniki, Greece (June 27th - July 4th 2025), sharing insights on plastic waste upcycling as well as fostering interdisciplinary collaboration towards a sustainable future.
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Advanced Administrative Skills for Project Managers Seminar
Join us in the final session of its Spring/Summer 2025 Seminar Series—an interactive and practical webinar focused on advanced administrative skills for managing EU-funded research projects. Join us online on July 24th for expert-led training designed to enhance your administrative skills on EU project management.
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Effective Project Planning and Execution Seminar
We’re excited to invite you to a practical webinar on July 7th that’s all about setting up your research project for success. Whether you’re a researcher, project manager, or part of a support team, this session will help you navigate the crucial early stages of EU and national funding applications with confidence.
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