The ERCIM Working Group on Software Engineering and the Informatics Europe Working Group on Software Research are pleased to announce the launch of the first Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA) for Software Engineering.
Developed through a joint European community effort, the SRIA presents a shared vision for strengthening software engineering research, innovation and capabilities across Europe. The launch event will bring together representatives from the European Commission, policymakers, industry and the research community to discuss how Europe can shape its future software engineering agenda.
The event will focus on:
- Raising awareness of the strategic importance of software engineering for Europe's digital future.
- Presenting a shared vision of the software engineering capabilities Europe needs to strengthen.
- Initiating the discussion on the research, infrastructure, education and policy investments needed to build these capabilities.
Target Audience
The event is intended for:
- European Commission representatives (DG CONNECT, DG RTD, AI Office, and others)
- National Contact Points
- Representatives of national ministries
- Industry
- The research community
Date and Venue
Date: 23 September 2026, 10:00–13:00
Venue:
Valencia Foundation of Innovation
Avenue Edmond Mesens 7A
1040 Brussels, Belgium
The venue is located near Montgomery, just two metro stops from the European Quarter.
Registration
Participation is free of charge. Registration will be required, as seating capacity is limited. The registration link and a draft programme will be published shortly.
We are pleased to confirm that ERCIM President Han La Poutré will deliver one of the keynote addresses.