SURFBIO Innovation Hub launching
- JSI, Ljubljana (Slovenia) - Online
The Jožef Stefan Institute (JSI) will host the COLLOID BIOLOGY WEEK on 9-10 November, 2023: the Innovacion Hub launching and a traning journey will be celebrated at JSI facilities and online (hybrid event).
9th November: Launch of the SURFBIO Innovation Hub
Our Innovation Hub is set to revolutionise the way we understand and harness the potential of the interaction of microbes between inanimate surfaces and alive organisms.
Get ready to embark on a journey into the world of cutting-edge science and innovation at the grand opening event of the “Innovation Hub for Surface and Colloid Biology Research”.
Our Innovation Hub is set to revolutionize the way we understand and harness the potential of the interaction of microbes between inanimate surfaces and alive organisms. Imagine a world where the concept of LEGO microbes unlocks new frontiers across various fields, from biodegradation and bioremediation to food production and safety, antimicrobial activity, sensor technologies, and so much more! Don’t miss the revolution!
Cutting-edge research
Explore the LEGO microbes concept and its versatile applications through innovative technologies. Dive into the world of sensor tech, toxicology, and antimicrobial solutions.
Sustainable solutions
Learn the dynamics of microbe-surface interactions, showing their potential to drive environmentally friendly fertilisation practices and stimulate plant growth.
Food safety & production
Discover the transformative capabilities of Surface and Colloid Biology and how it can improve food safety and revolutionise the food production landscape.
SCHEDULE
| 12:30 – 13:00 | Registration at the Reactor centre Podgorica, Jožef Stefan institute (Slovenia). | |
| 13:00 – 13:15 | Opening Remarks (15’) | |
| WELCOME | PROF. DR. BOŠTJAN ZALAR, DIRECTOR OF THE INSTITUTE “JOŽEF STEFAN” | |
| Placement of Innovation Hub within the Department of Environmental Sciences and Jozef Stefan Institute | Prof. dr. Milena Horvat, Head of Department of Environmental Sciences, Jožef Stefan Institute | |
| Hub as an open innovation community of stakeholders – EC initiatives | Ángel Del Pozo Pérez, Deputy Manager for Programmes Strategy – Keralty | |
| A brief overview of the SurfBio Innovation Hub project | Dr. Aleš Lapanje (JSI) | |
| 13:15 – 13:35 | SurfBio Innovation Hub (20’) | |
| Innovation Hub mission and objectives | Dr. Aleš Lapanje (JSI) | |
| Innovation Hub network: partners, GAC, industries, public and non-governmental organisations. | Dr. Tomaž Rijavec (JSI) | |
| Innovation Hub services and Potential applications | Dr. Aleš Lapanje (JSI) | |
| 13:35 – 13:50 | What is colloid biology? Benefits of Colloid Biology (15’) | |
| How can colloid biology contribute to lessening some of today’s global challenges? | Dr. Aleš Lapanje (JSI) | |
| Cases from the “field” | Dr. Tomaž Rijavec (JSI) | |
| 13:50 – 14:05 | Coffee Break (15’) | |
| 14:05 – 14:55 | Showcase of colloid biology joint research to deliver solutions (50’) | |
| Colloid biology to upgrade side-streams | Dr. María Suárez (WUR) | |
| Colloid biology linked to environmental applications | Dr. Rocío Barros (UBU) | |
| Raman spectroscopy and atomic force microscopy: tools for advanced explorations in colloid biology | Dr. Andre Skirtach (GU) | |
| Surfbio – From dental safety, to nanosafety, to nuclear safety | Dr. Stefan Schymura (HZDR) | |
| Business support to colloid biology research developments | Raquel Moreno (AXIA) | |
| 15:00 – 15:45 | Panel Discussion: “Future Trends in Colloid Biology Research Community” (45’) | Open contributions |
| Scientific || Education | Iaroslav Rybkin (SaudiAramco). | |
| Industrial | Tomaz Lutman (TTO) | |
| 15:45 – 16:00 | Q&A | |
| CLOSING REMARKS |