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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  

The focus of the event will be the role of advanced technologies in the “Twin Transition.” Among the speakers will be Chiara L.G. Ferroni, General Director of NODES. On March 26, 2025, the next stop of the MICS – Made in Italy Circular and Sustainable Roadshow will take place at the Conference Center of the Unione Industriali in Turin, an initiative dedicated to promoting more sustainable and digitalized production models.   The event will bring together representatives from institutions, academia, and the production system to analyze the transformative potential of additive manufacturing and advanced production within the context of the Twin Transition. 3D printing technologies, intelligent automation, and process efficiency will be at the heart of the panels, with the goal of exploring the opportunities these innovations offer to improve flexibility, reduce waste, and enable new business models. Register now for the event   A content-rich program The day will begin at 9:30 AM with institutional greetings from the Deputy Mayor of Turin, Michela Favaro, and Claudia Porchietto, Undersecretary to the Presidency of the Piedmont Region. This will be followed by three thematic panels moderated by Giuseppe Bottero, Deputy Director of La Stampa:   Panel 1 | The Factory of the Future An in-depth look at industrial digitization and innovation, with contributions from representatives of AI4I, AIzoON Technology Consulting, Unione Industriali Torino, Zest S.p.A., and AITeM.   Panel 2 | Additive and SMART Manufacturing A focus on the potential of additive manufacturing, with insights from experts from Prima Additive, CIM 4.0, Avio Aero, AIDRO, and the academic contribution of Politecnico di Torino.   Panel 3 | The World, Europe, and Territories: Initiatives for Sustainability A discussion of key strategies and programs to promote sustainable transition at the local and European levels, with the participation of representatives from ENEA, the EU Representation in Italy, Compagnia di San Paolo, MICS, and the NODES Innovation Ecosystem represented by General Director Chiara L.G. Ferroni.   The day will conclude with closing remarks by Paolo Fino, Vice President of MICS, followed by a networking lunch. An initiative for the sustainable and digital transition The event represents an important opportunity for dialogue and in-depth discussion on how applied research and the adoption of advanced technologies can support Italian companies in their journey towards more efficient and sustainable production models.   Register for the event _______________________ MICS Roadshow - Turin March 26, 2025 – 9:30 AM Conference Center of Unione Industriali Torino, Sala Piemonte Via Manfredo Fanti, 17 – Turin