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It is still possible to enroll in Module 3, the final module of the RAISE Knowledge Transfer & Entrepreneurship Academy, titled “Cross-Cutting Skills for Innovation and Knowledge Transfer”.

This module is part of the training program “Professional Training for Entrepreneurship in the Advanced Technology Sector”, promoted by P1 – RAISE Knowledge Transfer & Entrepreneurship Academy and coordinated by Spoke 5, as part of the RAISE Training Program.

The Academy is an educational initiative aimed at all RAISE researchers and PhD students, including those outside of RAISE, who wish to deepen their knowledge on topics such as technology transfer, the protection and valorization of research outcomes, and entrepreneurship in the deep-tech sector.

The module comprises a total of 10 hours of training, delivered in an offline streaming format.

Enrollment Procedure:
To access Module 3, participants must be registered for the activities of the RAISE Knowledge Transfer & Entrepreneurship Academy. Those who have not yet completed their registration can do so at this link.
Access requires UniGe Pass credentials, CIE, or SPID and provides entry to the online platform dedicated to training.

Workshop Information and Timelines:
In the coming weeks, dates for the in-person workshops will be announced. At the same time, the deadline for completing the online training – necessary to participate in the in-person workshop – will be provided. Participants are expected to complete the module content within approximately one month.

Completion Benefits:
Upon completing Module 3, participants will be eligible to receive:
– An open badge for the online training completed via the platform;
– A specific open badge for participation in the in-person workshops.

For additional information or assistance with accessing the content, please contact the support service at formazione.raise@unige.it.

The BioRob PhD Day 2024, held on Friday, November 29, at the Palazzo della Borsa in Genoa, featured significant collaboration with RAISE as part of the Training Program, coordinated by Spoke 5.

The event, dedicated to PhD students from the Bioengineering and Robotics program at the University of Genoa, coordinated by Professor Paolo Massobrio, provided an important platform for integrating advanced training and applied research in the fields of robotics and artificial intelligence.

A key moment of the day was the talk by Professor Laura Gaggero, who presented the P8 project – Boosting PhD Students, one of the training paths within the RAISE Training Program. This project aims to enhance the skills of PhD students by offering them innovative tools and new perspectives to tackle the challenges of contemporary research. Her talk sparked a discussion on the multiple opportunities offered by RAISE, highlighting how the program not only provides technical support but also promotes a strategic vision for the personal and professional growth of researchers.

In the second part of the day, a practical demonstration was presented to show how RAISE effectively meets the needs of the PhD program by integrating training requirements with the latest innovations in robotics.

The lecture by Professor Giorgio Cannata from the University of Genoa focused on recent advancements in robotics, emphasizing the significant impact these innovations have on RAISE’s areas of interest. His presentation highlighted the integration of developments in the sector with PhD research activities in Bioengineering and Robotics, showing how the collaboration between the PhD program and RAISE is contributing to the growth of the sector at both the academic and industrial levels.

The BioRob PhD Day was a unique opportunity for PhD students to present their work through poster sessions, engaging with colleagues, professors, and expert researchers. In particular, many of the posters addressed topics related to the RAISE spokes, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to tackling future challenges.

“As never before this year, the deep connection between research and the training paths that the PhD program in Bioengineering and Robotics has always promoted was evident. RAISE has certainly enhanced this fundamental aspect. As I always tell the PhD students, they are the true protagonists of research,” commented PhD coordinator Paolo Massobrio at the end of a long day, which concluded with celebrations for the new graduates of the 36th cycle.

Thanks to RAISE’s participation and the contribution of its Training Program, the event demonstrated how the integration of research, training, and innovation can serve as a winning model for the development of skills in the robotics and bioengineering sectors. The day confirmed the shared commitment to creating a stimulating and open research environment capable of promoting advanced technological solutions and addressing the needs of an ever-evolving sector.

On November 21, 2024, the launch event for the training program “P2 – BASIC AI & ROBOTICS APPLICATIONS4SMEs” took place at TAG Giardini Baltimora in Genoa. The program, part of the RAISE Training Program coordinated by Spoke 5, will open for registrations starting November 22.

The initiative focuses on the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Liguria, aiming to provide essential skills for adopting advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics, enhancing the competitiveness and innovative capacity of the region’s entrepreneurial landscape.

The event opened with an introduction to RAISE and its role in promoting the competitiveness of Ligurian SMEs, presented by Cristina Battaglia, RAISE Program Manager, and Andrea Pagnin, Coordinator of Spoke 5. Battaglia and Pagnin emphasized the importance of the RAISE training plan as a strategic tool to facilitate the transfer of knowledge from the research sector to businesses, thereby strengthening the region’s economic competitiveness.

This was followed by a detailed presentation of the training program by project coordinators Nicoletta Buratti and Giorgia Profumo.

The “BASIC AI & ROBOTICS APPLICATIONS4SMEs” project is specifically designed for SMEs that have not yet initiated structured digitalization processes. The program consists of four mandatory basic modules to provide fundamental knowledge of artificial intelligence and robotics technologies and seven customizable specialization modules, selected by participants based on the specific needs of their businesses.

The event also featured contributions from representatives of trade associations, who highlighted the needs and expectations of local SMEs regarding the training program. Speakers included Matteo Camia (CNA), Daniele Pallavicini (Youth Entrepreneurs Group of Confcommercio), Paolo Piccini (DIH Liguria), Mattia Rossi (Legacoop Liguria), and Claudia Torre (Compagnia delle Opere).

The event concluded with a networking light lunch, offering participants the opportunity to engage with the RAISE team, SME representatives, and trade associations, fostering the exchange of ideas and the formation of new collaborations.

The educational offering of the P4 | Basic AI & Robotics Skills at University Level project has expanded with the addition of five new courses now available on the platform, bringing the total number of courses currently accessible to 15.

The P4 | Basic AI & Robotics Skills at University Level project is one of the training pathways included in the Training Program of RAISE, coordinated by Spoke 5. It is addressed to UniGe students and created by university professors with the support of experts in innovative teaching.

Course Features:
– Online and asynchronous: Courses can be followed independently, at your own pace.
– Free and interactive: They foster engaging and personalized learning.
– 1 ECTS and Open Badge: Each course grants 1 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credit, which will be included in the Diploma Supplement, as well as an Open Badge certifying the acquired skills. The ECTS credits may also be recognized as part of your study plan if they align with your educational objectives.

New Courses Available:
– Digital Revolution in Public Administration: Future Scenarios and Challenges in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Basic Level)
– Facial Recognition Technologies: Legal Profiles and Practical Challenges (Basic Level)
– Ocean Data & Machine Learning Procedures: Observing, Analyzing, and Using Ocean Data (Basic Level)
– Energy Harvesting (EH) and Internet of Things (IoT) (Intermediate Level)
– AI in a Nutshell (Pilot Course)

Full Educational Offering:
In addition to the new courses, the platform offers a catalog of 23 courses plus 3 pilot courses, divided into basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, depending on prior knowledge.

Among the available courses are:
– Algorithms and Public Administration: Civil Protection (Basic Level)
– Technologies and Robotics for Inclusion in Schools and Universities (Basic Level)
– Introduction to Cognitive Dynamic Systems (Intermediate Level)
– Synergistic Approaches Between Marine Weather Modeling and AI for Improving Marine Weather Forecasts (Advanced Level)
– Simulation, Prediction, and Control in the Analysis of Energy Systems: Methodological Aspects and Applications (Intermediate Level).

Participation and Enrollment
Approximately 900 students have already chosen to take a RAISE course to enhance their academic journey and their CV.

To view the full catalog and register, visit the page “RAISE Digital Citizenship Training Courses | UniGe”

For further information: formazione.raise@unige.it