Project title || SPARKUP – Strengthening CBRNE Talent Development and Cross-Sector Innovation for a Safer FutureFunding Programme || Horizon Europe – WIDERA TALENTS
Referene || 101217399
Start Date || 1 June 2025
Period || 36 months
Coordinator || Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences (VINS), Serbia
ROHEALTH role || Work Package 2 Lead – Upskilling & Talent Circulation
SPARKUP is a Horizon Europe project designed to strengthen Europe's resilience against CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive) threats by investing in talent development and cross-sector innovation.
With a focus on Southern, Central, and Eastern Europe — regions particularly exposed to emerging risks — the project supports 48 research and innovation professionals from Widening countries to develop skills that bridge academia, industry, and the public sector.
SPARKUP’s main objectives include:
ROHEALTH leads the design and implementation of Work Package 2, coordinating talent circulation, training catalogues, and collaboration between academic and non-academic stakeholders.
The project officially started on 5–6 June 2025 with a two‑day Kick‑off Meeting in Belgrade. The event was hosted by the VINČA Institute of Nuclear Sciences, the project coordinator, and brought together all project partners for a comprehensive overview of objectives, responsibilities, and upcoming milestones.
ROHEALTH was prowdly represented by Mădălina Argăseală (Project Coordinator) and Nicolae Mărunțelu (Scientific Coordinator).
We invite you to stay updated on SPARKUP’s progress by visiting the official Website and following the social media channels: LinkedIn or Instagram .
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