In addition to the detailed event page linked above, you can find an overview of CAM 2026 below.
The registration for CAM 2026 is now open!
All Extranet users have received an invitation to register on 13 July 2026 and are invited to use the personal link provided in the email for the registration. Please note that the invitation is personalised and should not be shared with others.
If you or your colleague did not receive the invitation and would like to attend CAM 2026, they are kindly invited to register using this link or contact Indrė Antanavičiūtė.
You are kindly invited to register for CAM 2026 via the dedicated website at your earliest convenience and no later than 15 September 2026.
Europe is entering a new geopolitical and technological era. Rapid advances in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, biotechnology, advanced materials, and resilient digital and energy infrastructures are reshaping economies, societies and global power balances.
In this evolving context, universities of science and technology play a decisive role. Rooted in a long tradition of scientific excellence and engineering education, they combine frontier research with innovation leadership and the development of talent. Through dynamic innovation ecosystems and strong engagement with industry and society, they connect the creation of knowledge with technological development and real-world impact. Their unique integration of education, research and innovation enables them to bridge scientific discovery and industrial capability.
The CESAER Annual Meetings (CAM) 2026 will explore how Europe can strengthen its capacity in critical technologies while preserving the openness, excellence and international collaboration that underpin scientific progress. This theme reflects the priorities of the CESAER Work Plan 2026–2027, which emphasises advancing scientific excellence and innovation leadership, contributing to Europe’s sustainability and competitiveness, and ensuring security and resilience in a rapidly changing world.
A central question is how Europe can more effectively translate scientific excellence into technological capability and industrial strength. Maintaining strong framework conditions for frontier research remains essential. At the same time, Europe must ensure that discoveries in strategic technological domains can be scaled through strong value chains, effective knowledge and technology transfer, industrial partnerships and innovation ecosystems.
Universities of science and technology are uniquely positioned to contribute to this effort. They educate the engineers, scientists and innovators who are shaping the technologies of the future. They generate new knowledge through cutting-edge research. And they act as bridges between academia, industry and society, helping transform scientific breakthroughs into economic and societal value while preparing the next generation of talent for an increasingly complex global landscape.
Hosted by Instituto Superior Técnico in Lisbon, CAM 2026 will bring together leaders and representatives of CESAER Member universities and key partners from across Europe to engage in strategic dialogue, share best practices and help shape Europe’s technological future.
We look forward to welcoming you to Lisbon from 21 to 23 October!
Rogério Colaço
President of Instituto Superior Técnico
The main venue for the events is the Técnico Innovation Center (Google Maps).
CAM 2026 will take place from Wednesday 21 to Friday 23 October 2026. Highlights include:
For the detailed programme, including descriptions of each session, confirmed speakers, timings and all practical information, please visit the dedicated CAM 2026 website.
For more information or enquiries, please contact the Secretariat.
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