The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is key part of the EU’s Horizon Europe programme that strengthens Europe’s ability to innovate. It supports the development of dynamic, long-term European partnerships among leading companies, research centers, and universities — known as Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs).
Slovak University of Technology is currently a member in three EIT KICs:
- EIT Manufacturing
- EIT Raw Materials
- EIT Urban Mobility
STU in EIT Manufacturing
STU is a founding member of EIT Manufacturing and EIT Manufacturing Slovakia Representative. The main ambition of EIT Manufacturing Slovakia Representative is to strengthen the manufacturing innovation ecosystem by active support of start-ups and researchers in the field. EIT Manufacturing aims to support the transition to a more flexible, digital, and environmentally sustainable manufacturing sector. It focuses on key challenges such as reducing waste and emissions, improving resource efficiency, integrating new technologies like AI and robotics, and enhancing human-machine collaboration. Based on geographic criteria, STU is involved in EIT East Region situated in Vienna, Austria.
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STU in EIT Raw Materials
STU joined EIT Raw Materials in 2017 by becoming an Associate Partner. EIT Raw Materials aims to strengthen Europe’s raw materials sector, reduce dependency on imports, and promote environmentally responsible practices. Through its activities, EIT Raw Materials contributes to the green and digital transitions, boosting Europe’s competitiveness and resilience. Its mission is to secure Europe’s sustainable access to raw materials by fostering innovation, education, and entrepreneurship across the entire raw materials value chain — from exploration and mining to processing, recycling, and substitution. Based on geographic criteria, STU is involved in CLC East situated in Wroclaw, Poland.
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STU in EIT Urban Mobility
STU joined EIT urban mobility in 2023. EIT Urban Mobility works to address some of the most pressing mobility challenges facing modern urban environments. Its vision is to create more inclusive, climate-neutral, and accessible cities by rethinking how people and goods move. It drives systemic change by integrating technology, data, and user-centered design — working towards smarter, cleaner, and more connected cities across Europe. Based on geographic criteria, STU is involved in Innovation Hub East in Prague.
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Contact person for EIT projects and activities:
Martina Šinková
Centre of European Projects STU
email: eit@stuba.sk
EIT Community Hub Slovakia
For more information about other EIT activities and opportunities for Slovak entitites follow an official account EIT Community Hub Slovakia on LinkedIn, which serves as the main communication channel for funding calls, events, success stories, and collaboration opportunities for students, researchers, and innovators in Slovakia
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