16.03.2026

ELECTRA at SMAU London & Dublin 2026: advancing AI-driven innovation across European ecosystems

ELECTRA took part in SMAU London and SMAU Dublin 2026, contributing to key moments of discussion, knowledge exchange, and international networking across two of Europe’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems, with the active involvement of PNO Innovation Digital.

At SMAU London, ELECTRA was presented during the panel “How is AI shaping today’s Innovation?”, where PNO Innovation Digital contributed to the discussion by sharing insights on how Artificial Intelligence can support innovation management and exploitation activities in EU-funded projects.

ELECTRA was highlighted as a concrete example of how AI can enhance:

  • Strategic positioning

  • Stakeholder engagement

  • Value creation pathways

  • Market-oriented approaches

This contribution reflects the role of PNO Innovation Digital in supporting the transition from research results to real-world impact through advanced, AI-driven methodologies.

The dissemination activities continued at SMAU Dublin, where ELECTRA engaged with Ireland’s innovation ecosystem through the Innovation Safari.

At the Trinity College Dublin – Innovation Hub, discussions—also supported by PNO Innovation Digital’s expertise—focused on the importance of research-driven innovation and collaboration between academia and industry.

At NovaUCD, a leading European centre for entrepreneurship and technology transfer, exchanges explored startup ecosystems, commercialization strategies, and pathways to market for research outcomes.

Additional visits to key organisations further strengthened connections with stakeholders across Europe, reinforcing the role of PNO Innovation Digital in fostering international collaboration and innovation impact.

Participation in SMAU 2026 represented a valuable opportunity to:

  • Disseminate ELECTRA results to international audiences

  • Engage with leading innovation actors across the UK and Ireland

  • Strengthen collaboration within the European innovation landscape

ELECTRA, with the support of PNO Innovation Digital, continues to promote innovative approaches to maximise the impact of EU-funded projects.

Stay tuned for more updates on ELECTRA activities and results.