Northern Prospects: Bridging Industry and Academia for Dual-Use

This annual Nordic and Baltic R&D conference in Brussels brings together EU policymakers, researchers, industry leaders and innovation ecosystem actors to discuss practical pathways from discovery to deployment. The 2026 edition places a special focus on dual-use and defence-related research and innovation.

For 6G Flagship, the event is especially relevant as it highlights the role of testbeds, validation environments and cross-sector collaboration in turning advanced research into practical capability. Hannu Nikurautio brings the 6G Test Centre perspective to this discussion, with emphasis on how test infrastructure supports responsible innovation and strengthens European resilience.

Representing 6G Flagship

Hannu Nikurautio, Research Director, 6G Test Centre, University of Oulu, will join the fireside chat on The role of testbeds on 7 May 2026 from 14:30 to 14:50 local time. The discussion looks at how testbeds support dual-use innovation and help connect research capability with industrial and operational needs.

Visit the official event website for full details. Please note that the event is invitation only.

View other 6G Flagship appearances on our event calendar.