CETRAD is pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the 10th Regional Helix conference, under the theme “From Knowledge to Impact: Bridging Academia and Industry through Co-creation”. This edition seeks to highlight how academic knowledge can translate into meaningful societal and economic impact when co-created with industry partners.
The 10th Regional Helix conference invites organizations, academics, researchers, and professionals to submit extended abstracts in English between 2000 and 3000 words, that contribute to critical discussions on how academic knowledge can be transformed into meaningful societal and economic impact through collaborative partnerships with industry.
The conference will bring together diverse stakeholders in plenary and parallel sessions, Regional Helix 2026 aims to strengthen the connection between academic research and real-world application through collaborative innovation.
Conference Tracks
Track 1: University–Industry Co-Creation and Knowledge Transfer
Track 2: Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence for Innovation
Track 3: Sustainable Innovation and Green Co-creation
Track 4: Place-based Development and Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Track 5: Entrepreneurship, Education, and Skills for Innovation
Track 6: Organisational Innovation and Knowledge Management
Track 7: Governance, Policy, and Regulatory Frameworks for Innovation
📅 Submission Deadline: March 31th 2026 (extended abstract)
Submission at: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/HELIX2026
ℹ️ More information: https://helix26.utad.pt/
