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What role does \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH aspire to play among Poland\u2019s leading analytical institutions? How do we plan to build our position as a modern think tank? These were the questions we addressed during the meeting of the \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH Institute Council, which above all served as an opportunity to present our ambitions, strategic direction, and the research initiatives that will shape the Institute\u2019s activities in the coming year. <\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Ambitions and Strategic Directions<\/b><\/p>
The Institute Council meeting was dedicated to presenting the research, publication and expert activities planned by \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH. While there was also an opportunity to review the Institute\u2019s key achievements of recent months, the primary focus of this meeting was on the future and on sharing our vision for the Institute\u2019s continued development. Over the past few years, the Institute has consistently strengthened its position as an analytical and expert center focused on security, energy transition, technological development, innovation, and public policy design. During the meeting, we presented the next steps that will enable us to respond even more effectively to the challenges facing Poland and Europe. <\/p>
Six Goals Shaping Our Future<\/b><\/p>
The starting point of the presentation was a reminder of the six strategic goals of \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH, which form the foundation of the Institute\u2019s activities. These goals include strengthening the state\u2019s strategic capabilities, expanding the Institute\u2019s expert influence on public debate, building partnerships and fostering collaboration between science, business and public administration through initiatives such as the EUSI Policy Dialogues and expert breakfast meetings, increasing the international visibility of Polish analytical thought while drawing inspiration from solutions developed abroad, supporting the development of the \u0141ukasiewicz Research Network, and continuously enhancing the quality of research and expert competencies. <\/p>
Based on these priorities, the Institute presented the development plans of its individual research centres, along with the key initiatives and projects planned for the year ahead.<\/p>
Three Research Centres, One Shared Agenda<\/b><\/p>
Council members were presented with the plans of the Center for Security and Defense Innovation, the Energy Transition Research Center, and the Technology Analysis and Development Center. During the meeting, representatives of each centre outlined their priority research areas, major projects, and initiatives that will shape the Institute\u2019s work in the year ahead. <\/p>
A common theme underpinning all these activities is the generation of knowledge and policy recommendations that contribute to the development of the state, the economy, and society, while enhancing Poland\u2019s resilience in the face of future challenges.<\/p>
The Institute also aims to foster closer cooperation among its three research centres, creating opportunities for the exchange of expertise and knowledge and encouraging the development of interdisciplinary initiatives that can provide comprehensive responses to the complex challenges confronting Poland and Europe.<\/p>
An important part of the presentation was also devoted to the Institute\u2019s publication and outreach plans. In the year ahead, \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH will continue to expand its portfolio of reports, analyses, scientific publications, and expert papers, while further developing events designed to facilitate knowledge exchange and foster dialogue among representatives of government, academia, and industry. <\/p>
Collaboration as a Driver of Growth<\/b><\/p>
During the discussion, Prof. Jolanta Itrich-Drabarek, Vice President of the \u0141ukasiewicz Center, highlighted the importance of collaboration, emphasizing the need to share knowledge, break down organizational silos, and pursue joint research projects. She also underscored the growing importance of European engagement. The \u0141ukasiewicz Research Network is already among the largest Polish beneficiaries of the Horizon Europe programme, yet its ambitions extend far beyond its current achievements. The development trajectory of \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH is fully aligned with these aspirations, placing international cooperation, research excellence, and participation in European initiatives at the heart of its future growth. <\/p>
Upcoming \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH Events<\/b><\/p>
The Council meeting also provided an opportunity to invite participants to the Institute\u2019s upcoming events. On 14 October 2026, \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH will host its annual conference Security for Prosperity<\/a>, dedicated to exploring the relationship between security, innovation, and economic development. This will be followed by the next expert breakfast meeting on 20 October 2026, bringing together experts, policymakers, and business representatives to discuss Poland\u2019s energy security and the future development of the country\u2019s nuclear energy policy. Council members were also invited to Horizon4Poland<\/a>, a full-day event taking place on 3 November 2026. Once again, the conference will bring together representatives of academia, industry, and public administration interested in building international partnerships and making the most of the opportunities offered by the Horizon Europe programme. <\/p>
Thank you to the members of the Institute Council for an inspiring discussion, valuable insights, and their continued support in shaping the future development of \u0141ukasiewicz \u2013 ITECH.<\/p>
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