Innovation Education Research

StartHub for Biotechnology

Connecting universities, research, and innovation - modernizing PhD education and supporting knowledge transfer into practice across Europe.

Education

Modernization of PhD programs.

Innovation

Transfer to practice.

Research

Excellence in biotechnology

StartHub Community

Building the StartHub Community

SUA in Nitra presents the SIEtStartHub project

Strengthening innovation capabilities and excellence in biotechnology.

SIEtStartHub connects higher education, research, and innovation (knowledge triangle), modernizes PhD training in biotechnology, and supports knowledge transfer to practice in the European area.

The main goal of the project is to increase the innovation capacity, quality, and international competitiveness of higher education in biotechnology through modernization of doctoral studies, research support, and connecting with practice.

Our Goals and Visions

Building a cooperation network within the knowledge triangle

Connect universities, research centers, and businesses in Slovakia and abroad (Czech Republic, Poland, Spain, Italy, Hungary, India, USA) to create functional partnerships for education and innovation.

Modernization and internationalization of doctoral studies

Develop new forms of teaching, create an English PhD program in biotechnology, involve students in practical projects, and enable them to gain international experience.

Supporting the connection between theory and practice

Conduct workshops, training schools, hackathons, and winter schools in cooperation with the AgroBioTech Research Center of SUA in Nitra, focused on knowledge transfer to practice and development of students' entrepreneurial skills.

Support for excellent research and innovation

Create an environment that supports the generation of new knowledge and its application in the biotechnology and agro-sector, including the development of start-ups and technology transfer.

Creating an innovation cluster of young scientists - StartHub

Build a community of talented researchers who will collaborate on joint projects and contribute to the sustainable development of the region and Europe.

Expected Benefits

Timeline of the SIEtStartHub project

In the years 2025 – 2027, an interconnected network of universities, research centers, and industrial partners will be created, strengthening the excellence, internationalization, and innovation potential of education in biotechnology.

2025 - Start and Partner Connection

Website launch (EN/SK) and digital presentation of the project
Contact database of knowledge triangle partners (education – research – innovation)
Round table discussion on the internationalization of education
International online workshop for students and young scientists

2026 - Development and Innovation Activities

Website expansion and online project communication
Meetings with regional and national authorities to support dialogue and cooperation
Hackathon – competition of innovative solutions in biotechnology
International Training School – week-long program for PhD students with practical workshops

2027 - Conclusion and Long-term Impact

Series of online presentations “Scientific Window of the Young” (15 presentations by young scientists)
International Winter School – intensive educational program and discussions
StartHub Innovation Cluster of young scientists and talents
Concept of a new English study program in biotechnology
Final website update and publication of project outputs

Activities

Online workshop

International Workshop on Biotechnology for Doctoral and Prospective Doctoral Candidates

Round Table Discussion

Building BioTech Hub – Networking & Innovation
Platform for Biotechnology

International Cooperation

Mendel University in Brno

Faculty of Agronomy (Czech Republic)

Collaboration in innovative and sustainable agriculture, animal morphology and genetics.

Assam University, Silchar

(India)

Collaboration in reproductive biotechnology and support for the quality of doctoral studies.

University of Debrecen

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management (Hungary)

Partner in agrobiotechnology and sustainable food production research.

University of the National Education Commission, Krakow

Faculty of Geography and Biology (Poland)

Collaboration in biology, zoology, and natural science pedagogy.

Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences

(Poland)

Partner in agricultural and veterinary sciences, biotechnology, and food science.

University of Molise

Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences (Italy)

Collaboration in agricultural technologies, biotechnology, and international doctoral studies.

Miguel Hernández University of Elche

(Spain)

Partner in biological sciences, food science, research, and innovation within the ERASMUS+ program.

University of Missouri

College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (USA)

Collaboration in genetics, reproductive biology, and animal production biotechnologies.

Become a part of the SIEtStartHub project

Are you interested in getting involved in collaboration, contributing to the development of biotechnology, or just want to learn more about our activities?

Don’t hesitate to contact us through the form below. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and offer collaboration opportunities.