Academic research and its impact on business development and the Northwest region will take center stage at the event, thanks to the Academic PoCs.   On May 27 and 28, 2025, the NODES’ Tech Sharing Days will take place at the Politecnico di Torino—an event entirely dedicated to sustainable innovation and technology transfer, where academic research meets the business world, creating new opportunities for the Northwest. Over the course of the two days, more than 60 Academic Proofs of Concept (PoCs) will be showcased, developed within the NODES – Nord Ovest Digitale e Sostenibile project and funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research through PNRR – NextGenerationEU resources. The projects—led by researchers from eight universities and ecosystem partners—span a wide range of sectors: from sustainable mobility to green technologies, from healthcare to tourism, as well as mountain innovation and agri-food. Their common goal: to transform applied research into concrete, market-ready solutions. Research teams will have access to a large exhibition area set up in the courtyard of the Politecnico, where they will display prototypes, materials, and results, engaging directly with investors, stakeholders, and businesses. The event will also feature thematic pitch sessions, where each PoC will be presented in a 5-minute pitch to a professional audience. Researchers will have the opportunity to present the outcomes of their PoCs through various pitch sessions and exhibition spaces located in the main courtyard. Attendees will be able to explore prototypes up close, engage with the researchers, and connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and stakeholders to foster potential future collaborations. The program also includes two strategic roundtables: On Tuesday, May 27, 2025: Innovation and Technology Transfer as a Driver of Business Growth On Wednesday, May 28, 2025: Connections Between Sustainability, Innovation, and Regional Development, with a focus on key sectors of the Northwest.   Organized by the NODES Ecosystem together with Politecnico di Torino, lead partner of the project, the Tech Sharing Days represent a crucial moment for exchange, openness, and collaboration. A unique opportunity to discover emerging innovations, foster synergies between research and business, and contribute to the sustainable development of the territory. The event will also feature informal networking moments, including light lunches and refreshments based on local products, highlighting the gastronomic excellence of the NODES Ecosystem. Discover the projects     Register for the event