Partners in research and innovation projects
ena provides expertise in Social Sciences and Humanities (SSHs) tasks, Communication, Dissemination and Exploitation (C&D&E) strategies, IPR management and policy recommendations, as well as use case development and monitoring.
Thematic areas of expertise
ena is active in the following key domains that reflect its contribution to research and innovation actions implemented under EU programmes.
Agri-food systems
Activities related to research and innovation in agri-food value chains.
Soil Health
Support to projects related to research and innovation in soil health, sustainable land management and soil restoration.
Textiles
Engagement in research and innovation actions addressing sustainable textiles, circularity and textile value chains.
Circular economy
Engagement in initiatives addressing resource use and sustainable production systems.
Regional and rural development
Support to projects contributing to regional and rural innovation dynamics.
Social innovation
Participation in actions addressing societal challenges through innovative approaches.
Digital transformation
Involvement in projects promoting digital technologies and innovation processes.
Energy
Engagement in projects advancing sustainable energy systems and clean energy transitions.
European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs)
Participation in EDIHs fostering digital innovation, technology adoption and regional ecosystem development.
Core areas of expertise
Development of Communication, Dissemination and Exploitation (C&D&E) strategies for research and innovation projects, supporting the structured communication of project objectives and results to relevant stakeholders.
Support in the management of intellectual property rights within research and innovation projects, ensuring appropriate handling of knowledge and innovation outputs.
Analysis of exploitation pathways and market perspectives related to project results, contributing to their further development and uptake.
Preparation of business plans supporting the sustainability and further advancement of project outcomes.
Design of communication materials and visual identity elements supporting project visibility and coherence.
Development and management of digital communication channels in support of project dissemination activities.
Organisation and facilitation of stakeholder engagement activities within research and innovation actions.
Development and monitoring of use cases demonstrating the application of project results.
Assessment of societal perceptions and acceptance factors related to project innovations.
Design and implementation of survey-based research activities supporting project objectives.
Preparation of policy recommendations based on project findings, contributing to evidence-informed policymaking processes.