The HERITAGE NETWORK is dedicated to fortifying Higher Education Cooperation, with a specific focus on research and training, bridging the gap between Europe and India in the expansive field of Engineering Sciences. The network actively promotes academic and research exchanges, fostering high-level educational programs in Engineering, Sciences, Design, and Technology between European and Indian partner institutions. Yearly workshops on scientific and technical subjects of mutual interest serve as a cornerstone for collaborative exploration, facilitating shared knowledge and innovation. Positioned as a key reference for both European and Indian governments, the HERITAGE NETWORK strives to wield influence in shaping internationalization policies for higher education and research cooperation.
The General Assembly, serving as the pivotal decision-making entity for the Heritage Network, plays a crucial role in addressing membership matters, statutes, and conducting elections for the presidency and follow-up committee. Simultaneously, within the framework of the GA, a dynamic scientific workshop meeting is organized. This workshop also brings together proficient researchers with expertise in fields significant to both Europe and India, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
In parallel with the General Assembly (GA), a high-impact scientific workshop meeting, centered around "Sustainability: Teaching, Research & Innovation," is slated to occur. It aims to gather researchers with specialized knowledge in areas of significance to both Europe and India. Distinguished speaker(s) in the field will contribute valuable insights, adding depth to the collaborative discussions.
The upcoming April 2024 General Assembly is scheduled to convene at IIT Roorkee in India, providing a vibrant platform for shared insights and strategic decision-making within the Heritage Network.
Welcome to Heritage Network General Assembly 2024, where a dynamic lineup of thought speakers, experts, and innovators will guide you through a transformative experience. Explore the comprehensive schedule below to plan your two days of inspiration, knowledge-sharing, and networking.
| Time | Subject | Speaker | Venue |
| 15.00 PM | Start of SEC Meeting |
SEC members only
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Conference Room at NIGAM GUEST HOUSE, IIT Roorkee Campus |
| 17.00 PM | End of the day |
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Conference Room at International Relations Office, IIT Roorkee Campus |
| Time | Subject | Speaker | Venue |
| 9.00 AM | - |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.15 AM | Attendence check-up and registration |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.30 AM | Opening Ceremony |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.35 AM | Welcome by the Director, IIT Roorkee |
Prof. Kamal Kishore Pant
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.45 AM | Welcome by the President of the Heritage Network |
Prof. Raghunathan Rengaswamy
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.55 AM | Welcome by the Vice-President of the Heritage Network |
Prof. Teresa Zielinska
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 10.00 AM | Keynote by Attaché- Science & Academic Cooperation – French Embassy |
Dr Fabien Chareix
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 10.15 AM | Keynote by Expert – |
Prof. K. K. Pant
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 10.30 AM | Group picture and Networking Break |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 11.00 AM | Introduction of the Thematic Conferences |
Prof. Raghunathan Rengaswamy
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 11.15 AM |
Thematic Conferences (Part - I) “Sustainability and Social Responsibility” (Politecnico di Milano) |
Prof. Alessandro Biamonto
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 11.35 AM | “Academic Education Fostering Sustainability Development” (Warsaw University of Technology) |
Prof. Cezary Zielinski
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 11.55 AM | “C-index based on collaborative publications” (IIT Dhanbad) |
Prof. Somnath Chattopadhyaya
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 12.15 PM | “Recent Activities of TUD with Indian partners on Sustainability” (TU Dresden) |
Prof. Ercan Altinsoy & Prof. Maike Heitkamp
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 13.00 PM | Lunch |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 14.30 PM |
Thematic Conferences (Part - II) “Introduction to the Triple Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures” (Centrale Nantes) |
Prof. Vincent Frémont
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 14.50 PM | “UPM experience on sustainability: teaching, research and innovation” (Universidad Politecnica de Madrid) |
Prof. Isabel Ortiz Marcos
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 15.10 PM | Networking Break |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 15.30 PM | “IIT Indore academic, research and international cooperation activities” (IIT Indore) |
Prof. Avinash Sonawane
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 15.50 PM | “Design for Sustainability in Mechanical Engineering for Teaching, Research and Innovation” (University of Patras) |
Prof. Angelos Filippatos
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 16.10 PM | “Policy and funding opportunities with respect to sustainability by the Government of India” (IIT Roorkee) |
Prof. Vimal Chandra Srivastava
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 16.30 PM | End of the presentations and debates |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 19.00 PM |
Everyone meets
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TBD
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Auditorium at IIT Roorkee Campus |
| Time | Subject | Speaker | Venue |
| 09.00 AM |
Everyone meets Attendence check-up and registration |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.15 AM | The Heritage Network: roadmap for the future |
Prof. Raghunathan Rengaswamy
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 09.30 AM |
Workshop: working plan about the future
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All members participate
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 10.45 AM | Networking Break |
TBD
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 11.15 AM |
Management activities
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Prof. Raghunathan Rengaswamy
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 12.30 PM | Lunch |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 14.30 PM | Campus Tour proposals and/or bilateral discussions: Based on Academic/ Research Interests visits/meeting with IITR Department Representative |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 17.00 PM | End of the day |
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Meeting point on IIT Roorkee Campus - SENATE HALL |
| 18.30 PM | Gala Dinner |
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TBD |
| 20.30 PM | - |
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Meeting point at Guest House Reception- Vehicle will take guests to Dinner Location & back |
| Time | Subject | Speaker | Venue |
| 09.00 AM | Everyone meets |
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Guest House Reception- Vehicle will be available to visit Haridwar and/ or Rishikesh |