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Researcher at the GATE Institute at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski,” Simeon Karpuzov, is among the ten “Outstanding Young Persons of Bulgaria” (TOYP Bulgaria 2026), an initiative organized by Junior Chamber International Bulgaria (JCI Bulgaria). He is the winner in the “Science and Technological Development” category, which recognizes young Bulgarians with exceptional contributions to science, innovation, and technology. This recognition is yet another confirmation of Simeon Karpuzov’s significant contribution to the field of digital healthcare and the application of artificial intelligence in addressing real societal and medical challenges.

Prof. Silvia Ilieva, Director of the GATE Institute, took part in the strategic dialogue “ONE EUROPE. ONE MARKET – Strategic Exchange”, featuring former Italian Prime Minister and one of the most influential architects of the contemporary vision for the EU Single Market, Enrico Letta, as part of the sixth edition of Green Transition Forum 6.0. The event brought together leading representatives of European institutions, businesses, and academia to discuss key issues related to the future of the European Single Market, the competitiveness of the European Union, and the role of Central and Eastern Europe in ongoing economic transformation processes.

The GATE Institute at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” is among the co-organizers of the fifth edition of the Spinoff EUROPA Conference 2026, which will take place on June 11–12 at the Technical University of Sofia under the motto “Building Europe’s Innovation Powerhouse.” The conference is one of Europe’s leading forums for scientific entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and deep-tech innovation, bringing together more than 400 participants from over 20 countries, including researchers, innovators, spin-off companies, investors, representatives of European institutions, industry, and the public sector. As a strategic partner of the Spinoff Initiative and an active contributor to the development of the European innovation ecosystem, the GATE Institute will showcase its expertise in data management, artificial intelligence, and the development of...

The GATE Institute at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” has announced the opening of applications for its summer internship program NEXT GATE TALENTS 2026. The program is aimed at students and young professionals with an interest in big data, artificial intelligence, and innovative technological solutions. The three-month paid internship will begin on July 1, 2026, and will provide participants with the opportunity to gain practical experience by working on real research and applied projects alongside leading scientists and experts from GATE. The program combines education, research, and innovation in an interdisciplinary environment and provides access to the institute’s high-tech infrastructure.