Hybrid International Industry Engagement Workshop on AI

The MERIT project is excited to announce the upcoming 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝗔𝗜), scheduled for 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, from 𝟭𝟰:𝟬𝟬 𝗘𝗘𝗧 (𝟭𝟯:𝟬𝟬 𝗖𝗘𝗧) in Vilnius, Lithuania and available online. This workshop will gather SMEs, higher education institutions (HEIs), AI experts, and students from across Europe to share valuable insights and foster future collaborations in the AI field.

Why Join the Workshop?

This year’s workshop will be moderated by Antanas Čenys from Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH), which now represents Research Council of Lithuania. The central topic of the workshop will be new AI technologies and it related possibilities as well as challenges – focusing on real-world applications, industry insights and networking possibilities. While all interested participants are welcome, only organizations actively working in AI will have the opportunity to present their experiences. By attending, you will:
✅ Engage with leading industry figures and AI specialists.
✅ Discover the latest AI solutions, trends, and innovations.
✅ Contribute to shaping the future of MERIT master study programs.
The workshop will be recorded and shared on MERIT channels to ensure broader knowledge dissemination.

How Can You Participate?

🔹 Organizations – Share your expertise, industry challenges, and explore collaboration opportunities.
🔹 Experts – Offer insights into AI trends, emerging technologies, and solutions to current industry challenges.
🔹 Silent Participants – Observe discussions and gain valuable knowledge from industry leaders.

𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮

14:00 – 14:10 EET | Event registration
14:10 – 14:30 EET | Opening session presentation “Data Science & AI in Healthcare: Quick Intro for Practitioners“ – Dr. Giuseppe Jurman, Humanitas University, Milan & Fondazione Bruno Kessler, Trento, Italy
14:30 – 16:00 EET | Organizations & MERIT presentation on experience sharing
14:30 – 15:00 || Presentation “How to Dramatically Fail AI Adoption in Organizations” – E. Pilypas, Exacaster, Vilnius, Lithuania
15:00 – 15:30 || Presentation “Agentic AI and Immersive Learning Environment: Avatar Driven Learning Experience” – Carlos Dominguez, Torrens University, Sydney, Australia
15:30 – 16:00 || Presentation “Reg-to-Skills in Action: Turning EU Law into Competency-Based Learning Paths Rapidly – AI Act Case Study” – Tomasz Kramer, Kramer Consulting, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
16:00 – 16:30 EET | Panel discussion “What AI Related Skills and Experience are Needed for Current AI Specialist” – MERIT participants and partners

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗼𝘄!

To confirm your attendance, please fill out the 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠.
Presenters must register and submit their presentations by June 1, 2025.
For inquiries, please contact us at [email protected] .