Project Coordinator
MANS – International Academy of Applied Sciences in Lomza
The International Academy of Applied Sciences in Lomza (MANS), founded in 1996, is a non-state higher education institution located in Łomża, Poland.
MANS provides high-quality education and research in fields like Agriculture, Nursing, Internal Security, Logistics, Construction, and Commodity Science.
The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, along with vocational education and training (VET) programs, focused on agriculture and sustainability.
MANS employs approximately 200 paid employees (professors, researchers, administrative staff, and lecturers), and guest lecturers, volunteers, and interns who contribute to specific research projects and events.
The institution serves 2,000 students, preparing them for the workforce with a focus on practical, hands-on training in sustainable agriculture, precision farming, and circular economy practices.
Project Partners
Aarhus University
Aarhus University (AU) is located in Denmark, with its main campus in Aarhus. AU is organized into seven faculties complemented by a network of 32 strong academic departments.
In 2017, the university employed 7,825 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff. Department of Agroecology carries out a broad spectrum of basic, strategic, and applied research focused on the dynamic interactions among climate, soil, plants, animals, and people within agro-ecosystems.
Bursa Uludağ University
Bursa Uludağ University, established in 1975 under the name of Bursa University, has been successfully continuing its educational services ever since with its 15 faculties, 2 schools, 15 vocational schools, 1 conservatory, 4 institutes, 27 applied research centers, 1 research center and 5 departments under rectorate. In terms of modernization and internalization, Bursa Uludag University (BUU) gives utmost importance to the organization and implementation of international (EU and non-EU) co-operation projects. BUU ensures several strategic goals which include:
– Increasing the number of joint research projects in collaboration with both national and international universities also prioritizing the multidisciplinary studies,
– BUU carries out and seeks to increase R&D projects with the multinational corporations, which are in abundance in Bursa, in accordance with its aim to strengthen the cooperation between society and industry,
– providing the master’s and PhD students, participating in R&D projects, with the opportunity to study abroad through international funds,
– Joint execution of the master’s and PhD thesis studies together with our national and international external stakeholders,
– Increasing the number of patents, industrial designs, prototypes, and useful models as outcomes of the research activity carried out at BUU.
Scientific Research Projects Coordination Unit gives support for the implementation of the projects. The support is given in terms of budget organization and project management procedures. The unit organizes meetings with the project team and follows the progress of the projects. The unit also helps with the official requirements in the course of the projects.
Sustainable Development Studies Network
SDSN is a Research and Development organization which focuses on fostering Environmental Sustainability that can bring about a positive change to local, national, regional and global contexts. SDSN believes that the four pillars of Circular Economy, Education, Digitalization, Development and Economic Rationalization coupled with fundamentally sound and sustainable solutions as well as disruption to streamlined solutions to systemic climate problems can lead to creative solutions that impact significant change to the social fabric of every society.
SDSN is working closely to address market social, economic and education challenges with governments, local administrative agencies, non for profit agencies, commercial entities, and educational institutions. We identify and address systemic challenges through evidence based research, state of the art investigation of global, national, regional and local solutions, developing solutions by taking into consideration the local ecosystem, cultural dynamics, meet the stakeholders needs and implementing those solutions as we keep constant vigilance to ensure continual feedback loop and adjustments.
The feedback mechanisms and processes we employ allow us certainty in keeping in touch with our stakeholders and continually update our social solutions proposition.
Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR)
The National Research Council (CNR) is the largest public research institution in Italy, the only one under the Research Ministry performing multidisciplinary activities.
Founded as legal person on 18 November 1923, CNR’s mission is to perform research in its own Institutes, to promote innovation and competitiveness of the national industrial system, to promote the internationalization of the national research system, to provide technologies and solutions to emerging public and private needs, to advice Government and other public bodies, and to contribute to the qualification of human resources. In the CNR’s research world, the main resource is the available knowledge which means people, with their skills, commitment and ideas.
This capital comprises more than 8.000 employees, of whom more than half are researchers and technologists. Some 4.000 young researchers are engaged in postgraduate studies and research training at Cnr within the organization’s top-priority areas of interest. A significant contribution also comes from research associates: researchers, from Universities or private firms, who take part in Cnr’s research activities.
The CNR Department of Biology (of which the Institute for Bioeconomy is a part), Agriculture and Food Science carries out research and promotes innovation in all fields related to agriculture and food science. Research activities are focused on biology and biotechnology, food and sustainable agriculture, with the aim of developing innovative and technological solutions and providing, both to public and private, high-tech services such as characterization and conservation of animal and plant genetic resource, productions’ certification and traceability, sensory analyses and/or analyses of food’s contaminants and allergens, genetic improvement of animal and plant species, plant health diagnosis and agrometeorological previsions for high-precision agriculture.
Green Solutions Lab
Green Solutions Lab (GSL) is an innovative research and consulting organization dedicated to advancing sustainability through cutting-edge educational technologies, R&D-driven solutions, and digital transformation.
At GSL, we operate at the intersection of sustainability, education, and technology, developing AI-driven analytics, Extended Reality (XR), Augmented Reality (AR), and gamification-based learning models to enhance capacity building and digital education. Our primary focus is on creating innovative educational solutions that empower individuals and organizations, particularly in environmental sustainability, circular economy, climate action, and digital transformation.
A core part of our mission is to promote inclusive education and sustainable development for disadvantaged groups. We develop and implement projects that address the needs of rural communities, marginalized populations, women, youth, and individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal access to technology-enhanced learning opportunities. Through immersive digital education, gamified learning tools, and AI-supported training models, we bridge skill gaps, enhance employability, and empower communities to actively participate in the green economy.
GSL is deeply involved in research and development (R&D) activities, collaborating with universities, municipalities, EU institutions, and research centers to create scalable, policy-driven, and technology-integrated educational solutions. Our work spans multiple sectors, including sustainable agriculture, digital literacy, clean energy, and social innovation, utilizing AI, XR, and digital twin technologies to support lifelong learning and workforce development in green industries.
We emphasize knowledge transfer and skills enhancement, organizing international training programs, digital learning platforms, and interactive workshops that equip professionals, educators, and young innovators with the necessary skills for the future. Our consultancy services assist organizations in implementing AI-based decision-making models, inclusive digital education strategies, and sustainability-focused curricula, ensuring long-term impact.
GSL has built a strong network of partners across Europe and internationally, working with NGOs, research institutions, private sector companies, and policymakers to develop technology-driven, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable educational solutions. Our initiatives are implemented through project incubation, acceleration programs, and interdisciplinary research, fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and civil society.
Currently, GSL operates with a diverse team of experts, including researchers, engineers, digital education specialists, and sustainability consultants. Our network includes external consultants, educators, and project partners, who contribute to a broad spectrum of R&D and capacity-building activities.
At the core of all our efforts is a commitment to green transformation. Whether through digital education, AI-powered solutions, or sustainable innovation, our projects equip individuals and institutions with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to transition toward a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and environmentally responsible future.
Through our research-driven approach, technology integration, and commitment to social equity, GSL continues to expand its impact, ensuring that sustainability and digital innovation go hand in hand. Our vision is to become a leading force in AI enhanced education, sustainability, and digital inclusion, driving a smarter, greener, and more resilient world.