Applications are now open for the “T4EU Green Transformer Summer School” and Student Challenge “Enabling Innovative Wool Transformation Through Sustainable and Adaptive Resource Processing“, which will take place in Izola (Slovenia) from the 29th of June to the 3rd of July, hosted by the University of Primorska.
Initiatives are designed to equip students with the tools to radically rethink the wool production industry. Hosted with the support of the world-class InnoRenew CoE research infrastructure, this program merges material science, sustainability, and rural innovation.
The program offers a unique interdisciplinary curriculum that takes you out of the classroom and into the field:
- Expert Workshops: Access cutting-edge laboratory equipment at the InnoRenew CoE.
- Field Visits: Meet sheep breeders and visit traditional processing workshops in collaboration with the Interreg Woolshed project.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Map the entire wool ecosystem to identify bottlenecks and innovation opportunities.
Key Dates:
- Virtual Component (Online): to be confirmed.
- Physical Component (In-Person): June 29 – July 3, 2026.
Participants will gain more than just knowledge; they will earn tangible rewards for their innovation:
- 3 ECTS Credits upon successful completion.
- €5,000 Prize Pool: To be distributed among student groups presenting the most innovative solutions for wool transformation.
- Career Growth: Develop skills in circular bio-economy and sustainable resource management.
Three UniTS students will be selected from those in the Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programmes.
Priority will be given to applicants whose degree programmes are closely related to the disciplines covered during the event.
IMPORTANT!
Before you attend the selected course, remember to inform your “Coordinatore del Corso di Studi” and the “Segreteria didattica” of your Department, following the dedicated guidelines
Failure to comply with these guidelines will preclude credit recognition.
Please also check the PhD Credits Information
Application deadline:17 May 2026.