Collaboration is Key: How Work Packages are Driving the Success of the BI4E Project:The BI4E project is all about creating a better future for the European Education, and we are doing it by working together through a series of carefully planned work packages. Each Partner University brings its own unique skills and experience to the table, and we have made sure to give the leadership of each package to the partner who knows the most about that particular field. By working together, we know we can achieve great things and make a real difference in the INGENIUM Alliance.
WP 01
Management and Coordination:
Led by Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi (TUIASI).
The main focus of this work package is to ensure that the project is implemented smoothly, on time, and in a coordinated manner. TUIASI is also committed to achieving full compliance of all consortium members with the grant agreement and other requirements related to the administrative and financial management of the project. Effective communication and coordination between partners are essential to the success of the BI4E project, and to facilitate this, TUIASI has developed a clear plan for the distribution of responsibilities, rights, and duties within the consortium and has established a robust decision-making procedure to ensure that everyone is involved and has a say.
WP 02
Building strategic planning and forward-looking capacities:
Led by University of Rouen-Normandy (URN).
This work package has three main objectives. The first one is to understand and share partner planning and outlook experiences and good practices. The second objective is to improve the capacity of partner higher education institutions, particularly those in the Widening Countries, to prepare for societal challenges and adapt to social and technological changes, with a focus on the Green Deal. The final aim is to establish joint structures that provide partner Universities with external advice and feed experience-based insights into strategic planning processes. Overall, Work Package 2 aims to enhance the abilities of partner institutions to address challenges and adapt to changes, through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
WP 03
Fostering institutional transformation: improving governance and resourcing:
Led by Medical University of Sofia (MUS).
The objectives of Work Package 3 are to foster institutional transformation and improve the governance of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), particularly those in widening countries. The package aims to create the necessary capacities to manage resources efficiently and establish administrative structures that can effectively deliver results in partner HEIs. By prioritizing these objectives, the work package intends to empower HEIs to better serve their students and communities, operate sustainably, and have a more significant impact. The ultimate goal is to contribute to a more resilient and equitable higher education landscape that benefits everyone.
WP 04
Cooperation for Excellence in research:
Led by Università degli Studi “G. d’Annunzio” Chieti – Pescara (Ud’A).
Work Package 4 aims to enhance research capacity and performance within partner universities. It seeks to identify emerging and highly performing research groups, as well as key research areas, and to promote best practices for fostering research excellence. Additionally, the package seeks to increase transnational cooperation between research groups, thereby boosting the overall research capacity of partner universities. In this sense, one of its primary objectives is to promote durable cooperation between research groups, with a specific focus on the digital and ecological transition. By prioritizing these objectives, WP4 intends to support the development of a robust research landscape within partner universities, with a focus on advancing knowledge and addressing pressing societal challenges.
WP 05
Entrepreneurial Universities: best practice in Technology Transfer and Commercialisation (including staff entrepreneurship by way of spin-offs):
Led by Munster Technological University (MTU).
Work Package 5 aims to strengthen the capacity of partner universities to collaborate with industry and enhance the relevance of research to industrial needs. This involves improving structures, systems, and capacity to maximize the impact of research outcomes. Additionally, the package aims to enhance the capacity of partner universities to build local ecosystems, foster technology transfer, and facilitate the commercialization of research results. By prioritizing these objectives, the work package intends to promote stronger partnerships between academia and industry, drive innovation, and promote economic growth. Ultimately, the aim is to support the development of a thriving knowledge-based economy in the partner countries.
WP 06
Promoting the attractiveness of academic careers:
Led by Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences(HKA).
Work Package 6 aims to enhance the capacity of partner universities to attract and retain talent, with a particular emphasis on improving job security and promoting diversity and inclusion. This involves implementing strategies to create a more welcoming and supportive environment for staff and students alike. By prioritizing these objectives, the work package intends to help partner universities become more competitive on the global stage and enhance their reputation as centers of excellence. Additionally, the package seeks to promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all members of the academic community have equal opportunities to participate and contribute to the fullest extent of their abilities. Ultimately, the aim is to create a more vibrant, dynamic, and inclusive academic culture that benefits everyone.
WP 07
Communication, dissemination and exploitation:
Led by University of Oviedo (UNIOVI).
Work Package 7 seeks to promote the visibility of the project and its objectives, as well as the expertise of its partners and the benefits it can offer to stakeholders. This involves developing targeted dissemination strategies to raise interest in the project from potential stakeholders in Europe and beyond. By promoting international, national, and local collaboration with HEIs, the package aims to ensure that the project’s outcomes have a broad impact and are widely adopted. Additionally, the package seeks to support an early take-up of the project results, with a particular focus on HEIs in the Widening Countries.
