The CERTAINTY Project Kickoff Meeting took place from February 27th to February 29th, 2024, at Maison Irène et Frédéric Joliot-Curie in Brussels, Belgium. The meeting aimed to initiate discussions and collaborations among project partners funded by the Horizon Europe programme.

Throughout the meeting, participants engaged in insightful discussions, exchanged ideas, and outlined plans for project implementation. The agenda included presentations from key stakeholders, discussions on policy context, and detailed talks on various work packages and project aspects. Additionally, social events such as dinners facilitated networking and collaboration among attendees.

We wish to express our gratitude to everyone who participated in the CERTAINTY project kickoff meeting. The presentations offered valuable insights into the programs, infrastructures, and projects essential for the realization of our project’s ambitious objectives. We appreciate the attendance of both IAC members and external collaborators, which facilitated meaningful discussions setting up our project forward. 

Agenda

Day 1 – February 28, 2024:
9:00: Welcome address by Jennie Thomas from IGE/CNRS and Harri Kokkola from FMI
9:05: Welcome remarks from Alain Mermet, Head of the Brussels office, CNRS
9:15: Introduction and comments from Frederik Accoe, Head of Sector, CINEA
9:25: Policy context presentation by Mathilde Mousson, DG RTD, European Commission
9:40: Introduction and comments from Thierry Marbach, EUMETSAT
9:55: Presentation of CERTAINTY International Advisory Committee members
10:10: Overview of the CERTAINTY Project by Jennie Thomas and Harri Kokkola
11:00-17:30: Invited talks and project Work packages overviews + reporting requirements

Day 2 – February 29, 2024:
9:00-15:00: Work packages overviews
15:00: Conclusion and wrap-up session led by Jennie Thomas and Harri Kokkola