Date: 23 October 2025, 10:00 AM Location: Center for European Studies, room i.4

Workshop: Horizon Europe: advanced knowledge and key competences for

successful application

The workshop, organized within the framework of the CITY-FOCUS project, aims to provide participants with advanced knowledge and practical skills for preparing and submitting successful applications under the Horizon Europe programme. Through presentations and interactive discussions, the workshop will address the key stages of the application process, highlighting both the main challenges and the best practices that can increase funding success rates. Participation is limited and requires prior registration. Moderator: Maria Tsouri, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences The workshop will have a practical, hands-on format, focusing on the structure and preparation of a funded Horizon Europe application. The session will be led by Professor Maria Tsouri (expert in economic geography, innovation studies, sustainability transitions, and quantitative research). Professor Andrés Rodríguez-Pose, Director of the CITY-FOCUS project, will also take part in the event. More about the speakers: Maria Tsouri – Western Norway University of Applied Sciences Andrés Rodríguez-Pose – London School of Economics and Political Science