Projects

Project name: Organization and realization of the 9^th Forum of Advanced Technologies – TechMomentum

Project partners: Science and Technology Park Niš, the City of Niš, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia, Startup Center Niš, Regional Innovation Startup Center Zubin Potok

Project budget: 8,510,000.00

Financier: Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation, Science and Technology Park Niš, European Commission “DG-CONNECT”

Project goal:

The objective of the 9^th Forum of Advanced Technologies – TechMomentum project is to continue to grow and expand its influence as one of the leading events in the region dedicated to technological innovations. That is why the ninth edition of the Forum, entitled

“TechMomentum”, will be held on June 11 and 12, 2025 at the Science and Technology Park Niš, bringing together leading experts, C-level management in companies, academia, and decision-makers from the country and abroad.

The Forum provides participants with the opportunity to connect through panels, lectures, workshops, startup pitch sessions and B2B meetings, with the implementation of the program in 10 halls and zones, which allows for comprehensive coverage of various thematic blocks. At the event itself, the focus will be on three key fields:

• Artificial Intelligence
• BioTech (Bioengineering)
• Hardware Technologies (Green Technologies)

In addition, the Forum of Advanced Technologies represents a key platform for international networking and cooperation, bringing together participants from different countries. Special attention is paid to the empowerment of women in the IT sector, through panel discussions and workshops that contribute to reducing gender stereotypes and promoting gender equality.

The European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) – S4AI will be the co-organizer of the 9^th Forum of Advanced Technologies, ensuring the presence of international experts and insight into the latest technological trends. Participation in the Forum is free, and at a certain point a limited series of special registration fees will be available that bring reserved seats in the hall, access to exclusive networking events and other surprises.

The event organizers are the Science and Technology Park Niš, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia, the City of Niš, the Startup Center Niš and RISC Zubin Potok. The organization of the 9^th Forum of Advanced Technologies – TechMomentum was supported by the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation through the Program for the Promotion and Popularization of Innovations in the Republic of Serbia. The project “Serbian European Digital Innovation Hub on AI-S4AI_HUB” is co-financed by the European Union. The views expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union or the European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority are responsible for its content.

Project activities:

• Organization of panels and lectures – Providing an overview of current trends and challenges in AI, bioengineering, and green technologies.
• Holding workshops and practical training – Improving specific skills and applying modern technologies in practice.
• Realization of startup pitch sessions – Presentations of innovative ideas to potential investors and the expert public.
• Implementation of B2B meetings and networking events – Directly connecting companies, experts and investors.
• Planning a program for the empowerment of women in the IT sector – Panels and workshops to promote gender equality.
• Establishing international cooperation (EDIH – S4AI) – Participation of experts from Europe and exchange of global trends.
• Distribution of the program by thematic blocks – Parallel events in 10 halls and zones, covering different areas.
• Providing free access and special registration fees – Free attendance for all interested parties, with special benefits for the registered.