In December 2023, the INGENIUM European University announced grants for joint research projects with the aim of supporting innovative research and encouraging new collaborations between INGENIUM partner universities. 20 INGENIUM Joint Research Groups have now been selected to receive funding. Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences (HKA) is involved in nine projects, in one of which it is the lead partner.
The range of contents of the funded research projects proves that INGENIUM is the European University of Diversity. Robotics, medicine and research ethics are some of the topics, but sustainability plays a particularly important role. A detailed description of all projects can be found here.
The necessary prerequisites for funding were the participation of at least three INGENIUM partner universities as well as strategic planning for long-term cooperation.
The search for suitable partners was mainly carried out via CONNECT , a platform for identifying and connecting potential international partners. It was developed by the D’Annunzio University of Chieti-Pescara (Italy) in the Boosting INGENIUM for Excellence (BI4E) support project.
The evaluation process was carried out by a panel of experts from the INGENIUM European University. All projects have now started and will initially run for one year. During this period, two videos on the progress of the projects will be produced and published on www.ingenium-university.eu. Take a look and find out how this initiative will not only drive INGENIUM forward, but also HKA. Research thrives on the exchange of knowledge and networking - the INGENIUM European University offers ideal conditions for this.
The 20 funded INGENIUM Joint Research Groups (* with HKA involvement)
1 - Reliability and Survival Analysis of Multi-State Random Systems: Theory and Applications
2 - Valorisation of biomass and Safes Productions*
3 - Achieving Internationalisation through best practice in Modern Foreign Language and Intercultural Communication pedagogies
4 - Effectiveness of Integrative Intervention Strategies for Binge Eating in Patients with Overweight or Obesity: A Multidisciplinary Approach
5 - Unraveling Neurodegeneration: Innovative Therapeutic Discoveries through Brain Organoid Models
6 - INGENIUM Rare Neurogenetic Disease Initiative
7 - Semantic Interoperability of Biomedical Data*
8 - Design-for-X of a powertrain for efficient and low-cost electric traction*
9 - Regenerative Engineering and Advanced Lab-cultures for Muscle Tissues
10 - Innovative Industry Internships with INGENIUM*
11 - Brain-Computer Interfaces for ambulatory neuro-rehabilitation*
12 - Executive functions and creativity in primary school children: International assessment-intervention protocol for the integrating movement and digital technologies
13 - Enhancing the Digital Inclusivity of Cultural and Natural Heritage
14 - Illuminating Drug Discovery
15 - Why the herd effect alters the health
16 - Robotic-Enhanced Balance Rehabilitation System*
17 - Upcycling of wastes and by-products to green chemicals and energy*
18 - Circular and Sustainable Innovations for a future Bioeconomy*
19 - Empowering Recovery in Mental Health Difficulties (Physical Activity, Nutrition, Digital Tech)
20 - Multidisciplinary Approach to Research Integrity and Ethics*