Research Symposium

Aim & Outputs:

This session’s objectives include providing a platform for researchers to present their work, as well as to facilitate interaction and discussion among researchers from different fields and institutions. To give researchers, particularly students and early-career researchers, the opportunity to present their work, gain presentation experience, and receive constructive feedback.

Description:

For this session, we welcome PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to present posters on the summit theme.

Posters will be assessed by a Panel Committee composed of academic researchers and industry stakeholders. Submissions must be relevant to the summit theme. Acceptance decisions will be made based on topic relevancy, originality, significance, and clarity. Posters can be sent by email.

Poster

Submitted posters are required to use the template that will be provided by IVI.

Important Dates

All deadlines are GMT timezone

• 18th March – Call for posters opens.
• 19th May – Call for posters closes.
• 3rd June – Communication of results to applicants.

Transforming Food & Beverage: Addressing Digitalization Challenges Across Europe

Aim & Outputs:

The aim of this session is to engage food and beverage (F&B) industry leaders, digital transformation experts, and key stakeholders in an in-depth exploration of the challenges and barriers to digitalization in the F&B sector in Ireland and the EU.

Outputs:

• Identification of key challenges hindering digitalization in the F&B sector, including technological, regulatory, and operational obstacles.
• Insight into current and future digital trends shaping the F&B sector, such as AI, automation, blockchain, and consumer-driven innovations.
• Thought leadership from industry leaders and policymakers on actionable solutions for addressing digitalization challenges in the F&B sector via an engaging panel discussion.
• Opportunities for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and build a collaborative network to support digital transformation in the industry.

Description:

The session will delve into the digital transformation challenges facing the food and beverage industry in Ireland and the EU. Industry leaders will share their experiences and insights on the barriers hindering digital adoption, including technological limitations, regulatory complexities, and workforce readiness. The session will also highlight the latest digital trends shaping the sector, from AI and automation to blockchain and sustainability innovations. Through expert presentations followed by an engaging panel discussion, participants will gain practical solutions and strategies to navigate these challenges and accelerate digitalization in their organizations.