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November 18, 2026

VWP to Contribute to the ERA-LEARN Networking Event 2026 in Vienna

The European Partnership community will gather in Vienna on November 18 for the ERA-LEARN Networking Event 2026: Bridging European Partnerships – Connecting, Sharing, Growing and the Virtual Worlds Partnerhip will be there.

Introduction

Virtual Worlds, solving real world problemsVirtual Worlds (VW) represent a transformative convergence of physical and digital realities, creatingimmersive environments where users can interact, work, learn and play in unprecedented ways. ThisStrategic Research and Innovation Agenda identifies the required foundational concepts andtechnological advancements driving VW, highlighting their potential to revolutionise various sectors,including industry, entertainment, education, and commerce. By examining the interplay betweenAugmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), or Mixed Reality (MR) and other emerging technologies likeDigital Twins (DT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of VWs'prospects and associated research and innovation gaps. A deeper exploration of VWs' impact on societyand the economy gives context to the application and technology perspectives.VW are persistent, immersive environments, based on technologies including 3D and extended reality(XR), which make it possible to blend physical and digital worlds in real-time, for a variety of purposessuch as designing, making simulations, collaborating, learning, socialising, carrying out transactions orproviding entertainment1. They encompass a wide range of digital experiences, from fully i

Alejandra del Valle, Secretary General of the Virtual Worlds Association (VWA), will contribute as a speaker to Workshop B4: "AI, Data and Digital Transformation – Exploring how AI, data and digital technologies can transform Partnership operations, innovation and industrial competitiveness".

The workshop will explore how emerging technologies, data-driven approaches and artificial intelligence can support the evolution of European Partnerships, improving their operational processes, fostering innovation and strengthening industrial competitiveness.

VWP's participation will provide an opportunity to share perspectives from the Virtual Worlds ecosystem and contribute to the exchange of experiences on the role of digital technologies in the effective implementation and development of European Partnerships.

The session will also provide a valuable opportunity to connect with other Partnership representatives, exchange practical insights and identify potential synergies across different European innovation ecosystems.

About the Event

Organised by ERA-LEARN, the networking event is designed to foster knowledge exchange and practical collaboration among the European Partnership community.

The programme combines plenary sessions with parallel interactive workshops addressing topics such as governance, operational management, impact assessment, research-to-market pathways, resilience and digital transformation.

The afternoon programme will feature four parallel workshops, including Workshop B4 on AI, Data and Digital Transformation, followed by a networking session and a discussion on the results and next steps.

Event Details

Date: November 18, 2026
Venue: The Stage / Tech Gate Vienna, Donau-City-Straße 1, 1220 Vienna, Austria.

Workshop B4: 14:00–15:30 CET.

For further information and registration, visit the official ERA-LEARN event page.

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