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Presenting IVI’s Digital Oktoberfest – Research Week 2025, 20-23 October

by | Sep 29, 2025 | Events, News | 0 comments

IVI is excited to share details of our first ‘Digital Oktoberfest’, taking place during Maynooth University’s annual Research Week, this year held 20th-23rd October. The full brochure is available to view or download here. 

During Research Week each year, the University invites the public in to engage with the multi-disciplinary research carried out here in Maynooth, and the impact of research-led discoveries and innovations here in Ireland and beyond.

Throughout Research Week, staff from IVI will be available in the entrance lobby of the Eolas building on campus to discuss their current research and potential points of collaboration. You will also be able to set up one-to-one meetings with researchers for more in-depth discussions.

All are welcome to attend any of the Digital Oktoberfest events, but spaces are limited, so to guarantee your place, you can register for individual events here:

 

From Data to Impact – Tuesday 21 October, 10am-12:30pm

Join us for an interactive showcase where PhD students will present their cutting-edge research on how data-driven technologies and AI can transform multiple sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, construction, mobility, and beyond. Each presentation will highlight why the research matters, the real-world challenges it addresses, and the potential impact it can deliver with the right support. Throughout the workshop, you’ll hear directly from emerging researchers about their innovative ideas, experience demonstrations of new technologies, and share your thoughts on shaping a more sustainable, data-driven future across industries. Register for the event here.

Meet the Experts – Tuesday 21 October, 1pm-4pm

Come and meet IVI’s resident experts on digital transformation, including IVI Director Professor Markus Helfert, to learn about their work across disciplines and to discuss potentials for collaboration. The event will feature bitesize presentations from several experts, chances for networking with researchers and other attendees, and the opportunity for one-on-one meetings. Register for the event here. 

Career Paths in Sustainable Digital Transformation – Wednesday 22 October, 9:30-11:30

In this session as part of the training programme for the Maria Skłodowska-Curie Cofund project Digi+ we will discuss various ideas, suggestions and plans for careers beyond postdoctoral fellowships, such as offered by Digi+ We will hear from fellows, many with international backgrounds, and explore different career paths, including in the academic and non-academic sectors, and teaching and research oriented careers. We will discuss options, challenges and experiences. The event is presented by IVI Director Markus Helfert and Digi+ research fellow Dr Peter Jean Paul. Register here.

AI Transformation Leadership: Tales from the Boardroom – Wednesday 22 October, 11:45-12:30

This session presents ‘tales from the boardroom’, revealing the real-world challenges and opportunities senior leaders face when managing complex digital change. Drawing from his in-depth organisational research, Dr Michael Hanley distils these experiences into critical, evidence-based lessons for successfully navigating organisational transformation. Register here.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Download the Digital Oktoberfest brochure