Nordic Horizon Institute

Continuing the APRISE Sustainable Food Production & Circular Economy training module!

On 27 August, we continue the “Sustainable Food Production & Circular Economy” training module with Session 2: “Life Cycle Thinking & Sustainability Metrics in Food Engineering.”

The session will be led by Andreas Geß from Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf, Germany, an experienced life cycle assessment (LCA) specialist with expertise in emissions modelling, biodiversity impact assessment, economic evaluation, life cycle costing, and sustainability assessment across food and other production systems.

As part of the APRISE project's talent development programme, the session will introduce participants to life-cycle thinking and sustainability metrics relevant to food engineering and sustainable food production.

💻 Online
📅 27 August 2026
🕙 10:00–12:00 CEST
🔗 Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3P5tne9wo_ITYRwPiX02BjU37Q5GKgEEEKsAGAO7gXadXRA/viewform

The training is part of the broader APRISE Sustainable Food Production & Circular Economy module.

📰 NEWS SHOULD INFORM, NOT HARM.
In today's digital world, information can travel across the globe in just a few seconds. A news story, image, video, or social media post can reach thousands of people before anyone has had the opportunity to check whether it is accurate. While digital platforms give us greater access to information, they also make it easier for misinformation and disinformation to spread.
False or misleading information can have consequences far beyond the screen. It can create fear and confusion, damage reputations, deepen social divisions, influence important decisions, and contribute to harmful narratives. That's why being a responsible digital citizen means taking a moment to think before we react or share.
💡 Pause. Verify. Think Critically. Share Responsibly.
Project Website: https://www.fakenewsbustersproject.eu/
🤝 The Consortium:
Spojená škola Kollárova 17, Sečovce
JUMP Academy Professional Training
Nordic Horizon Institute

🌱 New Training: Sustainable Food Production & Circular Economy

We are pleased to announce the launch of our next training module, Sustainable Food Production & Circular Economy, a 12-hour online programme delivered across six sessions between August and October 2026.

The module will examine key approaches to sustainability and circularity in food systems, covering:

• Life-cycle thinking and sustainability metrics
• Agri-food by-product valorization
• Sustainable food processing technologies
• Fermentation-derived products
• Sustainable dairy production

Each session will combine expert-led content with interactive exercises, providing participants with both conceptual understanding and opportunities to engage with the topics in practice.

📅 First session: 17 August 2026
⏰ 09:00 CEST
👨‍🏫 Trainer: Prof. Dr. Mecit Halil Öztop

Participants who complete the full 12-hour programme and fulfil the attendance and assessment requirements will receive a Certificate of Completion.

🔗 Registration is open: https://forms.gle/7DEDo6er8Ts3wMEM8

We look forward to welcoming participants and exploring how more sustainable and circular approaches can contribute to the future of food systems.

The web is full of traps, fake news, and propaganda. For this reason, knowing how to recognize what is real and understand how to protect yourself online is now essential. Young people constantly use social media to stay informed, but they often run the risk of believing manipulated or completely false news. Helping them develop true digital literacy means giving them the right tools to think for themselves, recognize reliable sources, and avoid sharing lies online.
Project Website: https://www.fakenewsbustersproject.eu/
🤝 The Consortium:
Spojená škola Kollárova 17, Sečovce
JUMP Academy Professional Training
Nordic Horizon Institute

SENSOR PROJECT Stakeholder Dissemination & Networking Event
Organised by: Nordic Horizon Institute (NHI), Sweden.
In the framework of the SENSOR project
📍 Stockholm, Finlandsgatan 36
📅 14th-28th August 2026
👥 Expected participation: 100+ participants
Join us for a stakeholder dissemination and networking event presenting the SENSOR project, its objectives, activities and results, and opportunities for collaboration with organisations and stakeholders.
Open to organisations, stakeholders and interested participants.
Project Partners:
University of Nicosia Research Foundation
Legal
TIA Formazione Internazionale APS
Aspon Consulting Ltd
Nordic Horizon Institute

🌍 From Global Commitments to Local Climate Action
The future of climate action depends on our ability to turn international commitments into national strategies—and national strategies into local solutions that improve people’s lives.
Climate governance serves as the bridge between global responsibility and national transformation, helping countries translate environmental commitments into meaningful action.
As we face the challenges of the 21st century, environmental law can be more than a tool for regulation. It can become a foundation for sustainable development, climate resilience, accountability, and cooperation among nations.
🌱 Global commitments. Stronger governance. Local solutions. A sustainable future.

Project Partners:
University of Nicosia Research Foundation
Legal
TIA Formazione Internazionale APS
Aspon Consulting Ltd
Nordic Horizon Institute

🃏What if a board game could help build a culture of transparency and accountability?
As part of the project, an interactive team-based board game is being developed to raise public awareness about whistleblowing, its importance in protecting the public interest, and the need to overcome common misconceptions and social barriers. Players will also gain a better understanding of safe reporting channels, whistleblowers' rights under the EU Whistleblower Protection Directive, and how speaking up can drive positive change.
🌍 Core Message: Resolving environmental challenges through transparency, cooperation, and responsible action is always smarter—and more rewarding—than hiding wrongdoing.
Together, we're making whistleblower education engaging, accessible, and impactful.
Project Partners:
University of Nicosia Research Foundation
Legal
TIA Formazione Internazionale APS
Aspon Consulting Ltd
Nordic Horizon Institute

The Rise of the Incel Movement on Social Media: Understanding the Impact and Implementing Effective Countermeasures
The digital landscape has provided fertile ground for various subcultures and ideologies to flourish, one of the most concerning of which is the Incel movement. Short for “involuntary celibates,” Incels are members of an online subculture who express extreme dissatisfaction over their inability to establish relationships, primarily blaming women and societal expectations for their struggles. This article delves deeper into the complexities of the Incel movement, examining the risks it poses on social media platforms and outlining comprehensive strategies to mitigate its negative impacts.
To read the article, click on: https://www.fakenewsbustersproject.eu/2025/04/01/the-rise-of-the-incel-movement-on-social-media-understanding-the-impact-and-implementing-effective-countermeasures/
Project Website: https://www.fakenewsbustersproject.eu/
🤝 The Consortium:
Spojená škola Kollárova 17, Sečovce
JUMP Academy Professional Training
Nordic Horizon Institute

📢 Raise Awareness About Whistleblowing
Whistleblowing is a powerful tool for protecting the public interest. By reporting corruption, fraud, misconduct, and other wrongdoing, whistleblowers help create more transparent, accountable, and ethical organizations.
Raising awareness about whistleblowing means empowering people to recognize wrongdoing, understand their rights, and feel confident to speak up through safe and protected reporting channels.
Project Partners:
University of Nicosia Research Foundation
Legal
TIA Formazione Internazionale APS
Aspon Consulting Ltd
Nordic Horizon Institute

Join our upcoming webinar on sustainable food systems and the circular economy!

How can insect farming contribute to a more sustainable future? Discover its growing role in food, animal feed, fertilizers, plant protection products, and other innovative circular economy solutions.

📅 Date: Monday, 10 August 2026
⏰ Time: 09:00 CEST
🎤 Speaker: Prof. Christos Athanassiou (University of Thessaly)

This free online webinar is the first session of the joint webinar series organized by APRISE, ENFiber and ProxIMed. The session includes a 40-minute presentation followed by a live Q&A.

📌 Participation is free, but registration is required. Register by 9 August 2026 (23:59 CEST).

🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/J9SwMLYUiBNwQQFz6

We invite researchers, students, early-career professionals, industry representatives, and everyone interested in alternative proteins, sustainable agriculture, and the circular economy to join us.

Please share this opportunity with your network!