On 26–27 October 2026, the Excel4Pro project participated in the Excellence Hubs Community 2026 Joint Event, held in Athens, Greece. The event brought together representatives from 23 of the 25 ongoing WIDERA Excellence Hubs projects, alongside representatives of the European Commission and National Contact Points, to exchange experiences, strengthen collaboration and explore future opportunities.
Excel4Pro was represented by our coordinator, Dr. E. Aytunga ARIK KİBAR representing TÜBİTAK MAM, and project partners from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and PRINSUS. During the event, our coordinator, Dr. E. Aytunga ARIK KİBAR presented the project’s progress in connecting regional innovation ecosystems and fostering cross-border collaboration in the field of sustainable plant-based proteins.
The presentation also highlighted opportunities for building synergies and strengthening cooperation with other Excellence Hubs projects.
Throughout the two-day event, participants engaged in project presentations and interactive workshops, sharing experiences, discussing common challenges and identifying opportunities for closer inter-project collaboration. These exchanges contributed to developing a shared vision for the Excellence Hubs Community and provided valuable input for the European Commission’s upcoming activities, including a meeting planned for December 2026.
Hosted by WaterWise Hub and chaired by SolarHub, the event offered a valuable opportunity for Excel4Pro to connect with fellow Excellence Hubs projects, exchange knowledge and explore new avenues for collaboration.
Excel4Pro would like to warmly thank the organisers and all participating projects for the insightful discussions and productive exchanges!
Representatives from WIDERA Excellence Hubs projects