The mission of the Centre of Bioeconomy (BioMAK) is to initiate and advance interdisciplinary research and development activities in the field of the bioeconomy.
BioMAK Council
In accordance with the statutes of the Centre of Bioeconomy of the Estonian University of Life Sciences (approved by the University Council on 30 March 2017, decision no. 1-4/17; entered into force on 6 April 2017), the BioMAK Council may consist of up to nine members. The statutes of BioMAK can be found HERElink opens in new page.
Head of BioMAK: Katrin Kepp
Representative of the University Rectorate:
Kalle Olli, Vice-Rector for Research
Representatives of the University Institutes:
- Jürgen Aosaar – Institute of Forestry and Engineering
- Kalle Olli – Institute of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
- Allan Kaasik – Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences
External Members:
- Argo Peepson – Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture
- Triin Tintse – Estonian Chamber of Agriculture and Commerce
- Pille-Riin Meerits – Tartu Science Park
The objective of the Estonian University of Life Sciences Development Fund is to support the university’s capacity to implement value chain–based and innovative projects in the fields of the circular bioeconomy.
We initiate, coordinate, and develop cooperation in the field of the bioeconomy with universities, research institutions, and companies.
We promote collaboration between science, business, and funding bodies, supporting innovation.
We organise research and development activities, secure additional funding, and contribute to the development of new technologies.
We organise scientific events and participate in international conferences.
We inform the public about research and development activities in the field of the bioeconomy.
Projects
BeUBio
BeUBio is a Baltic Sea Region cooperation project aimed at engaging young people in the implementation of bioeconomy and sustainable development goals.
IntAG2030
IntAG2030 is a cooperation project that maps and promotes the implementation of Agenda 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in organisations and municipalities.
BioBaltic
BioBaltic is a Nordic–Baltic cooperation project that promotes the development of the circular bioeconomy through knowledge exchange, networking, and practical solutions.
BIOBOOSTERS
BioBoosters is an international cooperation project that accelerates bioeconomy innovation through hackathons, bringing together companies, experts, and development teams to create new solutions.
BOOST4BIOEAST
BOOST4BIOEAST is a Horizon Europe project that promotes the development of the bioeconomy in Central and Eastern Europe and the Baltic States.
Seminars and Conferences
Smart Thursday
Smart Thursday offers entrepreneurs and researchers an opportunity to step out of their everyday environment and take a broader perspective.
Seminars on the Bioeconomy, Circular Economy, and Green Economy
This page provides an overview of seminars on the bioeconomy, circular economy, and green economy.
The Centre of Bioeconomy (BioMAK) of the Estonian University of Life Sciences was established within the framework of the ASTRA value chain–based bioeconomy project EMBio.
Measure: 2014–2020.4.1 Increasing the international competitiveness of Estonian R&D and participation in pan-European research initiatives
Call for proposals: ASTRA call for proposals (for institutions whose pre-proposals were approved) – 20 April 2016 to 12 December 2016
Measure: 2014–2020.4.1 Increasing the international competitiveness of Estonian R&D and participation in pan-European research initiatives
Call for proposals: ASTRA call for proposals (for institutions whose pre-proposals were approved) – 20 April 2016 to 12 December 2016
More information
Katrin Kepp
Head of the Department of Innovation and Knowledge Transfer
Vice Rector for Research’s area of responsibility
Department of Innovation and Knowledge Transfer
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