Projects – REVEAL

ARIES Piloting: From ancient stones to expanded stories

June 4, 2025

From ancient stones to expanded stories take a digital journey through the Roman Forum How can an ancient city be brought back to life in the classroom? For a Latin class in Göttingen, the answer was clear: transform the Roman Forum into a multimedia treasure hunt using augmented reality (AR). As part of the ARIES project, the students turned their textbooks into 3D adventures, combining historical research, creative storytelling, and digital design to create an unforgettable experience. Under the guidance…

Design Based Collaborative Research for Sustainable Development

April 20, 2025

vianne

DISC

DISC Project Course Concludes with Innovative SDG Solutions in Thessaloniki The “Design Based Collaborative Research for Sustainable Development” (DISC) project recently concluded its intensive course in Thessaloniki, Greece, from April 14–17, 2025. Over 30 participants from Portugal, Serbia, Italy, Germany, and Greece collaborated to develop innovative solutions for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The course began with online research sessions where international teams identified and analyzed real-world challenges. This preparatory work set the stage for the in-person workshop, where…

Meeting AI Factories

March 26, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

AI becomes a strategic topic The European Union’s latest initiative to establish AI factories is a significant step towards improving Europe’s artificial intelligence capabilities. These factories are designed as dynamic ecosystems that combine supercomputing power, data resources, and top talent to develop innovative generative AI models. By fostering collaboration between universities, supercomputing centers, industry, and financial players, AI Factories are expected to drive innovation in various sectors, including health, manufacturing, climate, and finance. This strategic move is closely aligned with…

SMERALD: From Training to Transformation

February 21, 2025

sebastian

SMERALD

From Training to Transformation In December 2024, the creative team from Kanal4 joined our international SMERALD CPD training in Palermo, where they explored how Artificial Intelligence could support digital data workflows and client communication. To build on the momentum, we met again for two focused follow-up sessions in January and February 2025. These meetings offered space to further refine ideas and develop a prototype AI assistant—a tool designed to support client interaction by enabling quick, tailored visualisations during the early…

Successful start: Kick-Off Event for Participa City

January 27, 2025

sarawiemann

Participa City, Projects

On January 23rd and 24th 2025 our partnership including experts from Sweden, France, Portugal, Bulgaria and Germany gathered in Göttingen (Germany) for the Participa City project kick-off event, launching a collaborative effort to enhance participation of ethnic and cultural minorities in Europe through simulation techniques and gamified learning. The event opened with a welcoming session and icebreaker, fostering connections among participants. Discussions on the projects workplan set the stage for collaboration, followed by an introduction to the simulation game, a tool designed to enhance participation in Europe. Participants…

SMERALD in Palermo: The CPD

December 20, 2024

sebastian

SMERALD

SMERALD in Palermo: The CPD In December 2024, Palermo became the meeting point for the SMERALD Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, which brought together 27 participants from 7 different companies and project partners. The event was designed to enhance digital competences in AI, data analytics and open data, and to foster collaboration and innovation across different sectors. What happened in Palermo? The training course was carefully structured to ensure a balance between theory and practice. Participants navigated through sessions covering…

UPSPACE Kick-off Meeting in Palermo: Laying the Groundwork for Green Education and Urban Regeneration

December 19, 2024

tobi

UPSPACE

In December, Palermo hosted the inaugural partner meeting of the UPSPACE project—an important milestone marking the formal start of our collaborative efforts towards a more sustainable future. UPSPACE aims to embed green skills into school curricula and promote urban regeneration as a strategy for fostering sustainable communities. This first in-person meeting was an opportunity for partners to connect, align on project objectives, and begin shaping a shared vision. We were pleased to welcome our partners from across Europe, each contributing…

Highlights of the ARIES training course

December 8, 2024

sebastian

ARIES

Highlights of the ARIES training course The ARIES project recently held a remarkable training course in Palermo, Italy, from 12 to 15 November. The four-day event brought together partners and educators from across Europe, including representatives from Italy, Germany, Lithuania and Greece. It provided an opportunity to explore the potential of augmented and immersive reality (AR/IR) tools to transform educational practice. A hands-on journey into AR/IR The course offered participants a fully immersive experience working directly with AR/IR tools. Through…

Pre-Meeting: A great start to the CPD journey

November 28, 2024

sebastian

SMERALD

Pre-Meeting: A great start to the CPD journey With the SMERALD Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course just weeks away, the project kicked off its preparations with a productive and engaging pre-meeting. Held online on Monday 25 November, the meeting provided an opportunity for participants to network, learn about the project and get a preview of the CPD agenda. Laying the foundations for successDespite busy schedules, several SME employees and project partners joined the meeting, bringing enthusiasm and curiosity to the…

Introducing UPSPACE – Equipping Europe’s Youth with Green Skills for a Sustainable Future

November 14, 2024

tobi

UPSPACE

Climate change remains one of the most pressing global challenges. In response, Europe is advancing concrete actions aligned with the EU Green Deal and the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The UPSPACE project supports this transition by promoting the integration of environmental education as a core element of school curricula. Why UPSPACE?UPSPACE is more than an educational initiative—it represents a cultural shift towards sustainability, beginning in the classroom. The project is designed to: Support a cultural transformation: Encouraging…