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We present to you the 2026 (eng)aging! – 9th International Conference on Aging & Technology Fair held on May 14 – 15, 2026, in Prague. The event will take place as an in-person meeting in Česká spořitelna Palace in Prague (Rytířská 29, Praha 1) and also will be streamed online for those who can not physically attend.   

This year’s edition will focus on Communities for All Ages.  Additionally, it will showcase technologies and solutions that enhance the quality of life for older adults at the technology fair.

The event is co-financed by International Visegrad Fund, Czech-German Future Fund, and Česká spořitelna.

The program can be also browsed on the Sched phone app, search for 2026engaging.  

(eng)aging! project is run by Active Aging Center (AAC), a non-governmental organization, which develops 
projects focused on improving life of older people - “Happy Senior” and “Good Investment”, in cooperation with KEYNOTE, a well- established consultancy.  

Updated program as of May 05, 2026.  Seats are limited – register now!
Venue: Marble Hall clear filter
Thursday, May 14
 

9:15am CEST

Opening (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:15am - 9:20am CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Alexandre Sidorenko

Alexandre Sidorenko

Expert in International Policy on Ageing, Chairman of (eng)aging! Steering Committee

Thursday May 14, 2026 9:15am - 9:20am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Opening

9:20am CEST

Communities for All Ages - Evidence and Solutions (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:20am - 9:45am CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Alexandre Sidorenko

Alexandre Sidorenko

Expert in International Policy on Ageing, Chairman of (eng)aging! Steering Committee

Speakers
avatar for Jolanta Perek-Białas

Jolanta Perek-Białas

Head, Center for Evaluation and Public Policies Analysis, Jagiellonian University
Jolanta Perek-Białas is an economist, sociologist and gerontologist dealing with ageing issues.Besides of working in Institute of Sociology at Jagiellonian University, as well she is Head of the Center for Evaluation and Public Policies Analysis, also employed in the Institute of... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:20am - 9:45am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Keynote Lecture

9:45am CEST

Panel on “Inclusive Welfare and Long-Term Care Systems in Ageing Societies“ (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:45am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall
This panel examines how ageing societies can strengthen resilience through inclusive welfare systems and sustainable long-term care. It focuses on the roles of public policy, family responsibility, and community-based services in addressing growing care needs and ensuring equitable access.
Moderators
avatar for Alexandre Sidorenko

Alexandre Sidorenko

Expert in International Policy on Ageing, Chairman of (eng)aging! Steering Committee

Speakers
avatar for Xhilda Papajani

Xhilda Papajani

Head of Social Services Policies Unit, Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
Xhilda Papajani (Kadriaj) is a senior public administration professional with over 30 years of experience in social policy, labor relations, and social protection. She began her career in the fields of employment, social dialogue, and occupational safety and health, including seven... Read More →
avatar for Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

​Research Associate Professor, National Institute for Economic Research, ASEM
Mariana has extensive research experience in social and demographic issues, such as social services for vulnerable groups (children, the elderly), the reconciliation of professional and parental roles, active aging, and youth policies. Since 2008, she has been working as a Research... Read More →
avatar for Borys Krimer

Borys Krimer

Leading Researcher, Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research
Krimer has been involved with studies related to demographic policy, fertility and population aging. Krimer has worked as Leading Researcher in the Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research since 2020.
AH

Anna Holpert

PhD Student, Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Doctoral School of Sociology
Anna Holpert is a second-year PhD student at the Doctoral School of Sociology, EötvösLoránd University (ELTE), researching care responsibility in the context of long-term care forolder adults. Between 2019 and 2022 she worked as a junior researcher on the "Self-Efficacy Instead... Read More →
avatar for Anna Wehrenberg

Anna Wehrenberg

City Analysis Specialist, Office for City Analysis Prague Institute of Planning and Development
Wehrenberg completed her master's degree in Spatial Planning at the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague in 2025. Since September 2024, she has been working as a City Analysis Specialist at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development, where she specializes in social... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:45am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities, MArble room

9:46am CEST

Building Resilient Communities in Ageing Societies: Community-Based Care and Inclusive Welfare in Albania (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:46am - 9:55am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Xhilda Papajani

Xhilda Papajani

Head of Social Services Policies Unit, Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
Xhilda Papajani (Kadriaj) is a senior public administration professional with over 30 years of experience in social policy, labor relations, and social protection. She began her career in the fields of employment, social dialogue, and occupational safety and health, including seven... Read More →

Thursday May 14, 2026 9:46am - 9:55am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

9:55am CEST

Non-Statutory Welfare and Senior Citizens’ Organisations in Moldova (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:55am - 10:05am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

​Research Associate Professor, National Institute for Economic Research, ASEM
Mariana has extensive research experience in social and demographic issues, such as social services for vulnerable groups (children, the elderly), the reconciliation of professional and parental roles, active aging, and youth policies. Since 2008, she has been working as a Research... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 9:55am - 10:05am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

10:05am CEST

Does the Number of Seniors in a Household Matter? Age Structure and Access to Resources (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:05am - 10:15am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Borys Krimer

Borys Krimer

Leading Researcher, Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research
Krimer has been involved with studies related to demographic policy, fertility and population aging. Krimer has worked as Leading Researcher in the Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research since 2020.
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:05am - 10:15am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

10:15am CEST

Prescribed Familialism and the Sustainability of Long-Term Care in Hungary (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:15am - 10:25am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
AH

Anna Holpert

PhD Student, Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Doctoral School of Sociology
Anna Holpert is a second-year PhD student at the Doctoral School of Sociology, EötvösLoránd University (ELTE), researching care responsibility in the context of long-term care forolder adults. Between 2019 and 2022 she worked as a junior researcher on the "Self-Efficacy Instead... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:15am - 10:25am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

10:25am CEST

Prague Population and Public Amenities Prognosis 2025 – 2050 Social Services (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:25am - 10:35am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Anna Wehrenberg

Anna Wehrenberg

City Analysis Specialist, Office for City Analysis Prague Institute of Planning and Development
Wehrenberg completed her master's degree in Spatial Planning at the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague in 2025. Since September 2024, she has been working as a City Analysis Specialist at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development, where she specializes in social... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:25am - 10:35am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

10:35am CEST

Q&A (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:35am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Alexandre Sidorenko

Alexandre Sidorenko

Expert in International Policy on Ageing, Chairman of (eng)aging! Steering Committee

Speakers
avatar for Xhilda Papajani

Xhilda Papajani

Head of Social Services Policies Unit, Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
Xhilda Papajani (Kadriaj) is a senior public administration professional with over 30 years of experience in social policy, labor relations, and social protection. She began her career in the fields of employment, social dialogue, and occupational safety and health, including seven... Read More →
avatar for Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

Mariana Buciuceanu-Vrabie

​Research Associate Professor, National Institute for Economic Research, ASEM
Mariana has extensive research experience in social and demographic issues, such as social services for vulnerable groups (children, the elderly), the reconciliation of professional and parental roles, active aging, and youth policies. Since 2008, she has been working as a Research... Read More →
avatar for Borys Krimer

Borys Krimer

Leading Researcher, Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research
Krimer has been involved with studies related to demographic policy, fertility and population aging. Krimer has worked as Leading Researcher in the Mykhailo Ptoukha Institute for Demography and Quality of Life Research since 2020.
AH

Anna Holpert

PhD Student, Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences, Doctoral School of Sociology
Anna Holpert is a second-year PhD student at the Doctoral School of Sociology, EötvösLoránd University (ELTE), researching care responsibility in the context of long-term care forolder adults. Between 2019 and 2022 she worked as a junior researcher on the "Self-Efficacy Instead... Read More →
avatar for Anna Wehrenberg

Anna Wehrenberg

City Analysis Specialist, Office for City Analysis Prague Institute of Planning and Development
Wehrenberg completed her master's degree in Spatial Planning at the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague in 2025. Since September 2024, she has been working as a City Analysis Specialist at the Prague Institute of Planning and Development, where she specializes in social... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 10:35am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation, MArble room

11:15am CEST

Panel on “The Politics and Economics of Pension Systems: Sustainability, Reform, and Public Attitudes“ (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall
This panel examines  how demographic ageing reshapes pension systems, focusing on sustainability,  reform, and public attitudes in V4, EaP, and Balkan countries. It highlights  the role of migration, institutional trust, and intergenerational perceptions  in shaping policy responses and the legitimacy of welfare systems.
Moderators
avatar for Bogusława Urbaniak

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz
Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →
Speakers
CK

Csaba Kucsera

Researcher, ELTE Eötvös Loránd University
Csaba Kucsera, PhD, is a sociologist, and an associate professor at the Sociology Departmentof Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences. His research and teaching activitiescover various aspects of ageing from the micro level to meso and macro levels, includinginformal... Read More →
avatar for Oliver Platt

Oliver Platt

Student Researcher, German Centre for Gerontology
Oliver is a student researcher and currently working in two different research projects at the German Centre of Gerontology. His research focuses on the intersection of political attitudes and behavior with social inequalities, as well as on advanced empirical methods. His most recent... Read More →
avatar for Besnik Fetahu

Besnik Fetahu

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Science at the Public International Business College Mitrovica, Faculty of Philosophy at the Universit
Prof. Asst. Dr. Besnik Fetahu is Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social Science at the International Business College Mitrovica and part-time professor at the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Prishtina. He currently serves as Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Social Science... Read More →
MX

Merita Xhumari

Professor of Public Policies, Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana
Prof. Dr. Merita Xhumari is a professor of public policies at the Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, with 38 years of experience in teaching, research, and publications. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Tirana (1997... Read More →
avatar for Artiom Samohvalov

Artiom Samohvalov

Scientific Researcher, National Institute for Economic Research of Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, Centre for Demographic Research
Artiom holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the National Research University Higher School of Economics (Moscow, Russia) and previously worked as a statistician at AC Nielsen in Moscow. He later gained diverse experience in pricing analytics in the private sector before shifting... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy, MArble room

11:16am CEST

Ageing Demographics and Youth Representation: Hungarian Attitudes on Welfare Redistribution, Institutional Trust, and Intergenerational Politics (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:16am - 11:25am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
CK

Csaba Kucsera

Researcher, ELTE Eötvös Loránd University
Csaba Kucsera, PhD, is a sociologist, and an associate professor at the Sociology Departmentof Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences. His research and teaching activitiescover various aspects of ageing from the micro level to meso and macro levels, includinginformal... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:16am - 11:25am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

11:25am CEST

Exploring Sources for Stability and Change of Attitudes Towards the Pension System: A Latent Transition Study with German Panel Data (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:25am - 11:35am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Oliver Platt

Oliver Platt

Student Researcher, German Centre for Gerontology
Oliver is a student researcher and currently working in two different research projects at the German Centre of Gerontology. His research focuses on the intersection of political attitudes and behavior with social inequalities, as well as on advanced empirical methods. His most recent... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:25am - 11:35am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation, MArble room

11:35am CEST

A Comparative Analysis of Pension Systems in Albania and Kosovo: Navigating Demographic and Structural Challenges (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:35am - 11:45am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
MX

Merita Xhumari

Professor of Public Policies, Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana
Prof. Dr. Merita Xhumari is a professor of public policies at the Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, with 38 years of experience in teaching, research, and publications. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Tirana (1997... Read More →
avatar for Besnik Fetahu

Besnik Fetahu

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Science at the Public International Business College Mitrovica, Faculty of Philosophy at the Universit
Prof. Asst. Dr. Besnik Fetahu is Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social Science at the International Business College Mitrovica and part-time professor at the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Prishtina. He currently serves as Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Social Science... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:35am - 11:45am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

11:45am CEST

Innovation Exports and Pensions Versus Social Allowances in an Ageing Country: Evidence from Moldova (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:45am - 11:55am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Artiom Samohvalov

Artiom Samohvalov

Scientific Researcher, National Institute for Economic Research of Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, Centre for Demographic Research
Artiom holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the National Research University Higher School of Economics (Moscow, Russia) and previously worked as a statistician at AC Nielsen in Moscow. He later gained diverse experience in pricing analytics in the private sector before shifting... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:45am - 11:55am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

11:55am CEST

Q&A (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:55am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Bogusława Urbaniak

Bogusława Urbaniak

Professor, Department of Labour and Social Policy, University of Lodz
Urbaniak has been involved in studies related to ageing, the labour market and HR management. She has worked as a researcher and academic teacher for over 50 years. Even after retiring, she continues to work with the university, giving lectures. She is the author or co-author of over... Read More →
Speakers
CK

Csaba Kucsera

Researcher, ELTE Eötvös Loránd University
Csaba Kucsera, PhD, is a sociologist, and an associate professor at the Sociology Departmentof Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences. His research and teaching activitiescover various aspects of ageing from the micro level to meso and macro levels, includinginformal... Read More →
avatar for Oliver Platt

Oliver Platt

Student Researcher, German Centre for Gerontology
Oliver is a student researcher and currently working in two different research projects at the German Centre of Gerontology. His research focuses on the intersection of political attitudes and behavior with social inequalities, as well as on advanced empirical methods. His most recent... Read More →
avatar for Besnik Fetahu

Besnik Fetahu

Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Science at the Public International Business College Mitrovica, Faculty of Philosophy at the Universit
Prof. Asst. Dr. Besnik Fetahu is Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social Science at the International Business College Mitrovica and part-time professor at the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Prishtina. He currently serves as Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Social Science... Read More →
MX

Merita Xhumari

Professor of Public Policies, Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana
Prof. Dr. Merita Xhumari is a professor of public policies at the Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, with 38 years of experience in teaching, research, and publications. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Tirana (1997... Read More →
avatar for Artiom Samohvalov

Artiom Samohvalov

Scientific Researcher, National Institute for Economic Research of Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, Centre for Demographic Research
Artiom holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the National Research University Higher School of Economics (Moscow, Russia) and previously worked as a statistician at AC Nielsen in Moscow. He later gained diverse experience in pricing analytics in the private sector before shifting... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 11:55am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Silver Politics & Silver Economy Presentation

1:15pm CEST

Championing Policy Transformation for Fairer Late Working Lives (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm CEST
Marble Hall
This keynote explores ageing in the labour market in the context of digitalisation, highlighting the need for systemic policy responses to support fairer late working lives.
Moderators
avatar for Emilia Kramkowska

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok
I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Anette Scoppetta

Anette Scoppetta

Executive Director, European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research
Dr. Anette Scoppetta is the Executive Director of the European Centre for Social Welfare Policy and Research in Vienna, an intergovernmental organization affiliated with the United Nations. Her expertise lies at the intersection of labour market and social policies, with a strong... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Keynote Lecture

1:45pm CEST

Panel on “Wellbeing and Mental Health in Ageing Societies“ (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm CEST
Marble Hall
This panel explores wellbeing and mental health in ageing societies, with a focus on preventive approaches, physical activity, and psychological resilience. It highlights how individual, social, and contextual factors shape life satisfaction and mental health outcomes in later life.
Moderators
avatar for Emilia Kramkowska

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok
I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Kateřina Macháčová

Kateřina Macháčová

Researcher and Lecturer, Faculty of Humanities, Charles University
Kateřina is a researcher and lecturer at Charles University specializing in active gerontology and life-course longevity. She is the founder of the movement-education concept PERMANENTO and Principal Investigator of a national health research project on functional resilience in later... Read More →
avatar for Marta Němčíková

Marta Němčíková

university teacher, Department of Social and Behavioural Medicine, Medical Faculty, PJ Safarik University in Kosice
Marta Nemcikova is involved in research into ageing and dementia. Since 2018, she has worked as a teacher at Pavol Jozef Safarik University in Kosice. Alongside her work at the university, she manages a day care centre for people with dementia at a diakonal non-governmental organisation... Read More →
DS

Dmytro Shushpanov

Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling and Forecasting, Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Shushpanov specializes in demography and public health. Since 1998, he has served as a professor at the Western Ukrainian National University. In 2022, he joined the Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, NAS of Ukraine, as Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:45pm - 2:45pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities

1:46pm CEST

Ageing as a Shared Responsibility: Moving Toward Longevity Across the Life Course (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:46pm - 2:00pm CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Kateřina Macháčová

Kateřina Macháčová

Researcher and Lecturer, Faculty of Humanities, Charles University
Kateřina is a researcher and lecturer at Charles University specializing in active gerontology and life-course longevity. She is the founder of the movement-education concept PERMANENTO and Principal Investigator of a national health research project on functional resilience in later... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 1:46pm - 2:00pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

2:00pm CEST

Life Satisfaction in Older Adults: the Role of Self-Perceived Health, Psychological Distress, and Social Well-Being (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Marta Němčíková

Marta Němčíková

university teacher, Department of Social and Behavioural Medicine, Medical Faculty, PJ Safarik University in Kosice
Marta Nemcikova is involved in research into ageing and dementia. Since 2018, she has worked as a teacher at Pavol Jozef Safarik University in Kosice. Alongside her work at the university, she manages a day care centre for people with dementia at a diakonal non-governmental organisation... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:00pm - 2:15pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

2:15pm CEST

Mental Health of Older Persons in War-Affected Ukraine: Community-Level Mitigation Strategies (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
DS

Dmytro Shushpanov

Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling and Forecasting, Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Shushpanov specializes in demography and public health. Since 1998, he has served as a professor at the Western Ukrainian National University. In 2022, he joined the Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, NAS of Ukraine, as Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

2:30pm CEST

Q&A (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:30pm - 2:45pm CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Emilia Kramkowska

Emilia Kramkowska

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Bialystok
I am sociologist, social gerontologist, assistant professor at the Department of Sociology of Knowledge and Education at the University of Białystok. In the early years of my academic career, my research interests were focused on the issue of violence against older people. The subsequent... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Kateřina Macháčová

Kateřina Macháčová

Researcher and Lecturer, Faculty of Humanities, Charles University
Kateřina is a researcher and lecturer at Charles University specializing in active gerontology and life-course longevity. She is the founder of the movement-education concept PERMANENTO and Principal Investigator of a national health research project on functional resilience in later... Read More →
avatar for Marta Němčíková

Marta Němčíková

university teacher, Department of Social and Behavioural Medicine, Medical Faculty, PJ Safarik University in Kosice
Marta Nemcikova is involved in research into ageing and dementia. Since 2018, she has worked as a teacher at Pavol Jozef Safarik University in Kosice. Alongside her work at the university, she manages a day care centre for people with dementia at a diakonal non-governmental organisation... Read More →
DS

Dmytro Shushpanov

Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling and Forecasting, Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Shushpanov specializes in demography and public health. Since 1998, he has served as a professor at the Western Ukrainian National University. In 2022, he joined the Institute of Demography and Quality of Life Issues, NAS of Ukraine, as Head of the Department of Demographic Modeling... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 2:30pm - 2:45pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Designing Resilient Communities Presentation

3:00pm CEST

Discussion on “Communities for All Ages“ + Q&A (Marble Hall)
Thursday May 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Lucie Vidovićová

Lucie Vidovićová

Assistant professor, Masaryk University | Faculty of Social Studies
Mgr. Lucie Vidovićová, PhD. is a sociologist and social gerontologist. She is an assistant professor at the FSS MUNI and researcher at RILSA. Also was elected President of the Research Committee on Ageing of the International Sociological Association ISA, and appointed a chair of... Read More →
Speakers
MX

Merita Xhumari

Professor of Public Policies, Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana
Prof. Dr. Merita Xhumari is a professor of public policies at the Department of Political Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, with 38 years of experience in teaching, research, and publications. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Tirana (1997... Read More →
avatar for Fruzsina Albert

Fruzsina Albert

professor, Center for Social Sciences, Institute for Sociology, Semmelweis University, Institute of Mental Health
I have over 30 years’ of experience in empirical research on various aspects of interpersonal networks, focusing primarily on friendship and family ties. Other strands of my research concern social inclusion, health and well-being.
avatar for Zuzana Katreniakova

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine
Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →
avatar for Jolanta Perek-Białas

Jolanta Perek-Białas

Head, Center for Evaluation and Public Policies Analysis, Jagiellonian University
Jolanta Perek-Białas is an economist, sociologist and gerontologist dealing with ageing issues.Besides of working in Institute of Sociology at Jagiellonian University, as well she is Head of the Center for Evaluation and Public Policies Analysis, also employed in the Institute of... Read More →
Thursday May 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Keynote Lecture
 
Friday, May 15
 

9:30am CEST

Policies to Promote Active Ageing: a National Multi-level Co-designed Programme in Italy (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Deputy Director, International Institute On Ageing United Nations-malta
Rosette Farrugia-Bonello is Deputy Director at the International Institute on Ageing, United Nations-Malta (INIA). She lectures at the Department of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, Faculty for Social Wellbeing, University of Malta, and has directed INIA’s International training... Read More →
avatar for Davide Lucantoni

Davide Lucantoni

Researcher, Centre for Socio-Economic Research on Ageing (INRCA)
Davide Lucantoni is a junior researcher at the IRCCS INRCA of Ancona - Centre for Socio-Economic Research on Ageing - and a PhD student in gerontology at the University of Vechta, with a background in Economics. Since 2020, he has been conducting research into policy making aimed... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Keynote Lecture

10:00am CEST

Panel on "Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life: Inclusion, Participation, and Trust" (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall
This panel examines how digital inequalities influence inclusion, participation, and trust in later life. It brings together perspectives on digital literacy in relation to labour market engagement, health literacy, and the use of emerging technologies such as AI. The contributions highlight how disparities in skills and access shape opportunities for active ageing and emphasize the need for inclusive, age-friendly digital environments and participatory approaches that actively involve older adults in the design of digital solutions.
Moderators
avatar for Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Deputy Director, International Institute On Ageing United Nations-malta
Rosette Farrugia-Bonello is Deputy Director at the International Institute on Ageing, United Nations-Malta (INIA). She lectures at the Department of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, Faculty for Social Wellbeing, University of Malta, and has directed INIA’s International training... Read More →
Speakers
MX

Megi Xhumari

PhD Candidate and Lecturer, Faculty of Social Science, University of Tirana
Megi Xhumari is a PhD candidate in Social Work and Social Policy at the Department of Social Work and Social Policy, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, Albania, where she has been teaching since 2015. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work and Social Policy... Read More →
avatar for Zuzana Katreniakova

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine
Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →
avatar for Vjosë Latifi

Vjosë Latifi

Vice-Dean, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica
Prof. Asst. Dr. Vjosë Latifi is an academic and researcher in the field of business and management. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South East European University, North Macedonia, and completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Management and Informatics... Read More →
avatar for Agron Hajdari

Agron Hajdari

Professor Assistant and Member of Steering, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Mr. Agron Hajdari is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of International Business Management and a member of the Steering Council at the Public International Business College in Mitrovica (IBCM), Kosovo. With over 22 years of experience in education, policy reform, and qualifications, he has worked extensively on aligning education with labor market needs through international projects and advisory roles. His teaching and research focus on business, management, and entrepreneurship... Read More →
avatar for Bujar Gallopeni

Bujar Gallopeni

Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Dr. Bujar Gallopeni is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, and currently holds senior academic leadership roles of Vice-Rector for Academic, Quality and Student Affairs and Chair of the Academic Council at the Public International Business College Mitrovica... Read More →
avatar for Ismail Baxhaku

Ismail Baxhaku

Lecturer, International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
MSc. Ismail Baxhaku is a Lecturer at the International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM), Telecommunications Engineer, and PhD Candidate with nearly 20 years of professional experience in the telecommunications sector. He currently also works at IPKO Telecommunications, specializing... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life

10:01am CEST

The Impact of Digitalization in Building Age-friendly Environments (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:01am - 10:10am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
MX

Megi Xhumari

PhD Candidate and Lecturer, Faculty of Social Science, University of Tirana
Megi Xhumari is a PhD candidate in Social Work and Social Policy at the Department of Social Work and Social Policy, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, Albania, where she has been teaching since 2015. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work and Social Policy... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:01am - 10:10am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life Presentation

10:10am CEST

The Role of Sociodemographic Characteristics and Self-rated Health in Digital Health Literacy Among Older Adults (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:10am - 10:20am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Zuzana Katreniakova

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine
Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:10am - 10:20am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life Presentation

10:20am CEST

Bridging the Digital Divide: Enhancing Literacy and Engagement Among Older Adults in the Western Balkans (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:20am - 10:30am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Vjosë Latifi

Vjosë Latifi

Vice-Dean, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica
Prof. Asst. Dr. Vjosë Latifi is an academic and researcher in the field of business and management. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South East European University, North Macedonia, and completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Management and Informatics... Read More →
avatar for Agron Hajdari

Agron Hajdari

Professor Assistant and Member of Steering, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Mr. Agron Hajdari is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of International Business Management and a member of the Steering Council at the Public International Business College in Mitrovica (IBCM), Kosovo. With over 22 years of experience in education, policy reform, and qualifications, he has worked extensively on aligning education with labor market needs through international projects and advisory roles. His teaching and research focus on business, management, and entrepreneurship... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:20am - 10:30am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life Presentation

10:30am CEST

Digital Literacy and Retirement Intentions in Europe: Implications for Active Ageing in a Digitalized Labour Market (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:30am - 10:40am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Bujar Gallopeni

Bujar Gallopeni

Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Dr. Bujar Gallopeni is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, and currently holds senior academic leadership roles of Vice-Rector for Academic, Quality and Student Affairs and Chair of the Academic Council at the Public International Business College Mitrovica... Read More →
avatar for Ismail Baxhaku

Ismail Baxhaku

Lecturer, International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
MSc. Ismail Baxhaku is a Lecturer at the International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM), Telecommunications Engineer, and PhD Candidate with nearly 20 years of professional experience in the telecommunications sector. He currently also works at IPKO Telecommunications, specializing... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:30am - 10:40am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life Presentation

10:40am CEST

Q&A (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 10:40am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
avatar for Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Rosette Farrugia-Bonello

Deputy Director, International Institute On Ageing United Nations-malta
Rosette Farrugia-Bonello is Deputy Director at the International Institute on Ageing, United Nations-Malta (INIA). She lectures at the Department of Gerontology and Dementia Studies, Faculty for Social Wellbeing, University of Malta, and has directed INIA’s International training... Read More →
Speakers
MX

Megi Xhumari

PhD Candidate and Lecturer, Faculty of Social Science, University of Tirana
Megi Xhumari is a PhD candidate in Social Work and Social Policy at the Department of Social Work and Social Policy, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Tirana, Albania, where she has been teaching since 2015. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work and Social Policy... Read More →
avatar for Zuzana Katreniakova

Zuzana Katreniakova

Assistant professor, PJ Safarik University in Kosice, Faculty of Medicine, Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine
Zuzana Katreniakova has been engaged in research in the field of older adults’ health promotion and strengthening the public health system for more than 20 years. As a member of the EUPHA Governing Board and the SAVEZ chairman, she also focuses on the transfer of research outputs... Read More →
avatar for Vjosë Latifi

Vjosë Latifi

Vice-Dean, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica
Prof. Asst. Dr. Vjosë Latifi is an academic and researcher in the field of business and management. She holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from South East European University, North Macedonia, and completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Management and Informatics... Read More →
avatar for Agron Hajdari

Agron Hajdari

Professor Assistant and Member of Steering, Faculty of International Business Management, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Mr. Agron Hajdari is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of International Business Management and a member of the Steering Council at the Public International Business College in Mitrovica (IBCM), Kosovo. With over 22 years of experience in education, policy reform, and qualifications, he has worked extensively on aligning education with labor market needs through international projects and advisory roles. His teaching and research focus on business, management, and entrepreneurship... Read More →
avatar for Bujar Gallopeni

Bujar Gallopeni

Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, Public International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
Dr. Bujar Gallopeni is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, and currently holds senior academic leadership roles of Vice-Rector for Academic, Quality and Student Affairs and Chair of the Academic Council at the Public International Business College Mitrovica... Read More →
avatar for Ismail Baxhaku

Ismail Baxhaku

Lecturer, International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM)
MSc. Ismail Baxhaku is a Lecturer at the International Business College Mitrovica (IBCM), Telecommunications Engineer, and PhD Candidate with nearly 20 years of professional experience in the telecommunications sector. He currently also works at IPKO Telecommunications, specializing... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 10:40am - 11:00am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Bridging the Digital Divide in Later Life Presentation

11:15am CEST

Panel on "Gerontechnologies in Care: Policy, Practice, and Societal Acceptance“ (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall
This panel examines the role of gerontechnologies in care for ageing populations, focusing on their implementation, policy context, and societal acceptance. It highlights both the potential of technologies to support care and the ethical and social challenges related to their use, including public attitudes towards tools such as social robots.
Moderators
CK

Csaba Kucsera

Researcher, ELTE Eötvös Loránd University
Csaba Kucsera, PhD, is a sociologist, and an associate professor at the Sociology Departmentof Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences. His research and teaching activitiescover various aspects of ageing from the micro level to meso and macro levels, includinginformal... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Belkais Kebir

Belkais Kebir

Research associate, Technical University Dresden, CIDS - Center for Interdisciplinary Digital Sciences Department, CODIP - Center for Open
Belkais Kebir is a researcher in educational and ageing technologies, specializing in digital innovation in care and gerontechnology. She holds a background in educational sciences with a focus on lifelong learning and digital competence development. Her work examines technology-supported... Read More →
avatar for Barbora Mládenková

Barbora Mládenková

Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University
Barbora Mládenková is a Master's student of Public and Social Policy and Human Resources at the Department of Social Policy and Social Work, Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University. Her academic interest focus on long-term care and the accessibility of social services.

... Read More →
avatar for Lucie Vidovićová

Lucie Vidovićová

Assistant professor, Masaryk University | Faculty of Social Studies
Mgr. Lucie Vidovićová, PhD. is a sociologist and social gerontologist. She is an assistant professor at the FSS MUNI and researcher at RILSA. Also was elected President of the Research Committee on Ageing of the International Sociological Association ISA, and appointed a chair of... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Gerontechnologies in Care

11:16am CEST

Innovative Care for Aging Populations: The Role of Gerontechnology in Supporting Aging in Place (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Belkais Kebir

Belkais Kebir

Research associate, Technical University Dresden, CIDS - Center for Interdisciplinary Digital Sciences Department, CODIP - Center for Open
Belkais Kebir is a researcher in educational and ageing technologies, specializing in digital innovation in care and gerontechnology. She holds a background in educational sciences with a focus on lifelong learning and digital competence development. Her work examines technology-supported... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 11:16am - 11:30am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Gerontechnologies in Care Presentation

11:30am CEST

Framing Assistive Technologies in Social Policy: Policy Paradigms, Awareness, and Attitudes (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Barbora Mládenková

Barbora Mládenková

Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University
Barbora Mládenková is a Master's student of Public and Social Policy and Human Resources at the Department of Social Policy and Social Work, Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University. Her academic interest focus on long-term care and the accessibility of social services.

... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 11:30am - 11:45am CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Gerontechnologies in Care Presentation

11:45am CEST

Robots in Care: Attitudes Towards the Use of Technology in Various Aspects of Providing Help and Support (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST
Marble Hall

Speakers
avatar for Lucie Vidovićová

Lucie Vidovićová

Assistant professor, Masaryk University | Faculty of Social Studies
Mgr. Lucie Vidovićová, PhD. is a sociologist and social gerontologist. She is an assistant professor at the FSS MUNI and researcher at RILSA. Also was elected President of the Research Committee on Ageing of the International Sociological Association ISA, and appointed a chair of... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 11:45am - 12:00pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Gerontechnologies in Care Presentation

12:00pm CEST

Q&A (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall

Moderators
CK

Csaba Kucsera

Researcher, ELTE Eötvös Loránd University
Csaba Kucsera, PhD, is a sociologist, and an associate professor at the Sociology Departmentof Eötvös Loránd University, Faculty of Social Sciences. His research and teaching activitiescover various aspects of ageing from the micro level to meso and macro levels, includinginformal... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Belkais Kebir

Belkais Kebir

Research associate, Technical University Dresden, CIDS - Center for Interdisciplinary Digital Sciences Department, CODIP - Center for Open
Belkais Kebir is a researcher in educational and ageing technologies, specializing in digital innovation in care and gerontechnology. She holds a background in educational sciences with a focus on lifelong learning and digital competence development. Her work examines technology-supported... Read More →
avatar for Lucie Vidovićová

Lucie Vidovićová

Assistant professor, Masaryk University | Faculty of Social Studies
Mgr. Lucie Vidovićová, PhD. is a sociologist and social gerontologist. She is an assistant professor at the FSS MUNI and researcher at RILSA. Also was elected President of the Research Committee on Ageing of the International Sociological Association ISA, and appointed a chair of... Read More →
avatar for Barbora Mládenková

Barbora Mládenková

Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University
Barbora Mládenková is a Master's student of Public and Social Policy and Human Resources at the Department of Social Policy and Social Work, Faculty of Social Studies, Masaryk University. Her academic interest focus on long-term care and the accessibility of social services.

... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 12:00pm - 12:15pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Gerontechnologies in Care Presentation

1:15pm CEST

Leveraging Life Experience to Navigate the Generative AI Frontier (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm CEST
Marble Hall
This presentation explores the relationship between AI and ageing, focusing on the digital inclusion of older adults, critical thinking, and the development of technologies that support rather than replace human agency and decision-making.
Moderators
avatar for Dr. Yael Benvenisti

Dr. Yael Benvenisti

Deputy CEO, Insurtech Israel

We are a strategic investment and business development firm specializing in the startup ecosystem. We partner with global insurance carriers to identify and integrate cutting-edge technological solutions that enhance the insurance value chain. In addition to my corporate role, I s... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Cecilia Sik-Lanyi

Cecilia Sik-Lanyi

Professor, University of Pannonia
Dr. Cecilia Sik-Lanyi PhD, DSc is a professor at the University of Pannonia, specializing in Virtual Reality, Human-Computer Interaction, and Assistive Technology. Prof. Sik-Lanyi is a member of the Disability Science Council under the auspices of the Hungarian Ministry of the Interior... Read More →
Friday May 15, 2026 1:15pm - 1:45pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Keynote Lecture

1:45pm CEST

Technology Fair (Marble Hall)
Friday May 15, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm CEST
Marble Hall
Oliver Lohaj: Supporting Older Adults to Navigate Online: Misinformation and Fake News;
András Leleszi: How AI helps in monitoring and risk assessment of pressure ulcer (PU/PI);
Tomáš Posker: AI and Technology in Home Care: Enabling Relevant, Human-Centered Support;
Patrícia Szabó: A 3D Serious Game for Aphasia Rehabilitation in Older Adults;
Michal Perna: Assistive Control of the Home Environment and the Radim Tele-Assistive,               Monitoring System Supporting Independent Living;
Gyorgy Varga: Immersive Virtual Nature and Virtual Companionship for Supporting the Well-Being of Informal Dementia Caregivers;
Sebastian Schmidt: Four Years to the Day: From Hospital via Research to hospOS

 

 




Speakers
avatar for Dr. Yael Benvenisti

Dr. Yael Benvenisti

Deputy CEO, Insurtech Israel

We are a strategic investment and business development firm specializing in the startup ecosystem. We partner with global insurance carriers to identify and integrate cutting-edge technological solutions that enhance the insurance value chain. In addition to my corporate role, I s... Read More →
avatar for Oliver Lohaj

Oliver Lohaj

Assistant Professor, Institute of Artificial Intelligence, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, Technical university of Košice
Oliver Lohaj is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Artificial Intelligence at the Technical University of Košice. His research focuses on machine learning, explainable and human-centered AI, usability of intelligent systems, and the societal impacts of digital technologies. He... Read More →
avatar for András Leleszi

András Leleszi

Researcher, University of Miskolc, Faculty of Health Sciences, Health Sciences and Medical Technology Research Institute
As an IT engineer and economist I have been working on innovative healthcare IT projects for over 15 years. It covers R&D projects in the lab (targeting the market) and implementing mission critical systems for healthcare providers like National Ambulance Service in Hungary.

Curre... Read More →
avatar for Patrícia Szabó

Patrícia Szabó

Assistant Professor, University of Pannonia, Hungary
Patrícia Szabó is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Systems of the Faculty of Information Technology at the University of Pannonia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics Engineering and a Master’s degree... Read More →
avatar for Michal Perna

Michal Perna

Independent Researcher, KOLIBRI s.r.o
Michal Perna is an independent researcher and developer of assistive technologies inspired by real-life caregiving experience. While caring for a family member with a serious neurological condition, he became aware of the everyday challenges associated with cognitive decline, which... Read More →
avatar for Gyorgy Varga

Gyorgy Varga

Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Systems, University of Pannonia


avatar for Sebastian Schmidt

Sebastian Schmidt

Project lead EXIST-Forschungstransfer Athegus, Research group Artificial Intelligence for Context Activity Recognition, THD - Technische Hochschule Deggendorf
Sebastian Schmidt is a researcher and serial entrepreneur. As co-founder and CEO of Athegus GmbH he specializes in orchestrating service robots in complex environments such as hospitals and rehabilitation clinics. With a background in business informatics and previous leadership in... Read More →
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Friday May 15, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm CEST
Marble Hall Česká spořitelna Palace
  Technology Fair
 

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