MERIThON 2026

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7th MERIThON in Riga
6th MERIThON in Manresa
5th MERIThON in Vilnius
4th MERIThON in Tallinn
3rd MERIThON in Manresa
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Articles
Inspiring Young Women to Explore Digital Careers through Industrial IoT
Digital technologies are transforming the way we live, work and produce. From connected machines to data analytics, artificial intelligence and smart factories, the digital sector offers many professional opportunities for the next generation. However, making these opportunities visible and accessible to all remains a key challenge, especially when it comes to encouraging more girls and young women to consider careers in ICT.
Why Students Choose MERIT Industrial Engineering and Management Master Programme (MARM): Real Experiences from Future Industrial Engineering Leaders
The MERIT Industrial Engineering and Management master’s programme (MARM) at Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) brings together professionals and aspiring engineers from diverse backgrounds, industries, and countries. While each student enters the programme with different goals and professional backgrounds, their experiences reveal common themes: practical learning, industry relevance, international collaboration, and preparation for the future of manufacturing.
Higher Education Must Change in the Era of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is transforming nearly every aspect of our lives, from the way we work and communicate to how we learn and create knowledge. For higher education institutions, AI is not simply another technological innovation; it is a catalyst for fundamental change.
Connecting Smart Systems and Deep-Tech: Technical Insights and Demographics from the MERIT International Workshop on IoT
On 16th of June 2026, organized within the framework of the Digital Europe MERIT project, the MERIT International Industry Engagement Workshop on the Internet of Things (IoT) took place in a hybrid format, broadcasting online and hosted on-site at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) in Manresa, Spain.
Advisory Board

Prof. Na Fu
Position and company:
Professor in Human Resource Management at Trinity Business School, Fellow at Trinity College Dublin.
Expertise:
Strategic, digital, and sustainable human resource management.

Prof. Tomas Krilavičius
Position and company:
Dean of the Faculty of Informatics, Vytautas Magnum University.
Expertise:
Ph.D. in Hybrid Techniques for Hybrid Methods, with interests in AI, Language Technologies, and scientific infrastructures.

Raluca Apostol
Position and company:
Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Nestor.
Expertise:
Ph.D. in machine learning, specializing in engaging, developing, and retaining talent in hybrid work environments.
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