Connecting research, infrastructure, AI ecosystems and societal impact
Digital Innovation Zone (EDIH-DIZ) is organizing a four-day event in Iași connecting researchers, healthcare providers, SMEs, startups and policymakers around research infrastructures, AI Factories and EuroHPC — to accelerate responsible AI adoption and societal impact.


We bring together researchers, experts and organizations transforming the region through applied artificial intelligence — combining research, infrastructure, innovation ecosystems and societal impact in one dynamic week.
Discover how you can access AI Factories, EuroHPC and the European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH) network.
Explore technology transfer, commercialization and the practical adoption of artificial intelligence across industries.
Connect through networking and matchmaking opportunities that bring together research institutions, industry leaders and the European AI infrastructure ecosystem.
Learn from case studies and policy discussions on the ethical, trustworthy and responsible adoption of artificial intelligence.
An informal networking evening bringing together speakers, partners, and participants.
An informal networking evening bringing together speakers, partners, and participants. The evening will provide an opportunity to introduce participating organizations and facilitate early discussions.
Tuesday, 20 October | European AI Ecosystem Day
The day’s central event is the official launch of the DIZ AI Helpdesk, the regional single point of contact through which organizations can access assessment, advisory and referral services to European AI infrastructures.
The discussion will provide participants with an overview of the evolving regulatory landscape and the support mechanisms available to organisations developing or adopting AI solutions.
The workshops provide participants with a practical overview of the key European initiatives supporting the development, testing, deployment and responsible adoption of artificial intelligence. Each session will combine presentations from European initiatives with complementary services offered through eDIH-DIZ 2.0, demonstrating how SMEs and public sector organisations can benefit from coordinated support at every stage of their AI journey.
An invitation-only roundtable to identify key challenges to AI adoption in Romania and to formulate recommendations for strengthening collaboration between European AI ecosystem and national stakeholders.
Wednesday, 21 October | AI Adoption in Practice
This working group is focused on priority sectors such as manufacturing, public administration, education, agrifood, and healthcare.
Presentation of European and national funding opportunities supporting AI research, innovation and deployment.
Educational session dedicated to AI applications in healthcare and precision medicine.
Artificial Intelligence & Augmented Medicine - The Future of Precision Medicine
A national conference bringing together healthcare professionals, researchers, technology companies and policymakers to discuss the future of AI-enabled healthcare.
Research Infrastructure Visits | 20-23 October
The AI4IMPACT Week agenda, speakers and partners are being confirmed. Stay tuned — this page will be updated as the programme takes shape.
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