Connecting Science, Industry, and Impactful Innovation
5 November 2026
International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, Braga, Portugal
The INL Innovation Open Day 2026 is a one-day showcase designed to bring together research groups, industry partners, collaborative R&D projects, and INL spinouts — all under one roof.
Through live demonstrations, technology exhibitions, and guided visits to INL's world-class core facilities, participants will experience firsthand how cutting-edge research in nanotechnology, advanced materials, and semiconductor technologies is being transformed into real economic, technological, and societal impact.
Whether you are exploring new R&D partnerships, scouting for technology transfer opportunities, or looking to connect with Europe's leading nanotechnology hub, this event is your gateway to collaborative innovation.
Industry leaders & R&D managers from private companies seeking technology partnerships, pilot projects, or licensing opportunities.
Innovation professionals active in Portugal, Spain, and across Europe who can benefit from - or contribute to - INL's R&D capabilities.
Public sector decision-makers interested in innovative technological solutions and strategic collaborations.
INL researchers with innovative solutions or prototypes ready to showcase to an external audience.
Programme
All sessions take place at INL headquarters, Braga. Tours will be held in the afternoon, with limited slots subject to prior registration.
| Time | Session | Speaker / Details |
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| 09:30 – 10:00 | Check-in & Welcome Coffee | |
| 10:00 – 10:05 | Opening Remarks | |
| 10:05 – 10:20 | Innovation at INL: From Research to Impact | Overview of INL's innovation strategy, key figures, collaboration opportunities and main technologies |
| 10:20 – 10:25 | 180-sec Tech Pitch #1 | |
| 10:25 – 10:55 | INL Core Facilities |
MNF: Micro & Nanofabrication for real-world applications EMX: Advanced microscopy and characterisation techniques Testing & Certification: From lab results to market confidence |
| 10:55 – 11:00 | 180-sec Tech Pitch #2 | |
| 11:00 – 11:20 | Looking Ahead: Beyond the Obvious |
APECS Pilot Line / Heterogeneous Integration Quantum Technologies & Pilot Lines AI at INL — Integration & Instrumentation Unit |
| 11:20 – 11:25 | 180-sec Tech Pitch #3 | |
| 11:25 – 12:45 |
Parallel Tracks (choose one — prior registration required) Track A — Demo Guided Tour: visit to prototypes and demonstrators Track B — Core Facilities Guided Tour Track C — B2R Meetings: companies meet INL researchers |
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| 12:45 – 14:00 | Networking Lunch | |
| 14:00 – 14:30 | Sponsor Corner Pitch Sessions | |
| 14:30 – 14:35 | 180-sec Tech Pitch #4 | |
| 14:35 – 15:15 | Keynote Speaker | |
| 15:15 – 15:20 | 180-sec Tech Pitch #5 | |
| 15:20 – 16:30 | Panel: Growing Smart — How Europe's Leading RTOs Grow and Scale for Sustainable Impact | |
| 16:30 – 18:00 | Networking Cocktail & Exhibition | |
| 16:30 – 18:00 |
Afternoon Parallel Tracks (subject to availability and prior registration) Track A — Demo Guided Tour Track B — Core Facilities Guided Tour Track C — B2R Meetings (subject to prior matchmaking) |
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Choose Your Track
Track A — Demo Guided Tour
Visit the prototypes and live demonstrators developed by INL research groups. See the technology in action and speak directly with the teams behind it.
Track B — Core Facilities Tour
A guided visit to INL's flagship research infrastructure, including the Micro & Nanofabrication cleanroom (MNF), advanced characterisation labs (EMX), and Testing & Certification facilities.
Track C — B2R Meetings
Pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings between company representatives and INL researchers, matched according to your interests and innovation needs. Subject to prior matchmaking and registration.
Tracks run both in the morning (11:20–12:45) and afternoon (16:30–18:00), subject to participant numbers and interest levels.
Panel speakers
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Luc Van den hove
Chairman, imec
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Sébastien Dauvé
CEO, CEA-Leti
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Kalle Härkki
President & CEO, VTT
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Patrick Bressler
Director for International Cooperation, Emerging Technologies & Innovation, Fraunhofer Microelectronics Group (FMD)
Venue
The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) is an intergovernmental research organisation founded by Portugal and Spain, headquartered in Braga, Portugal.
As a leading European hub for nanotechnology and advanced materials research, INL bridges fundamental science and industrial application - offering contract research, collaborative R&D, rapid prototyping, pilot-scale validation, and testing services to partners across industry, academia, and the public sector.
INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
Av. Mestre José Veiga
4715-330 Braga | Portugal