In a new video on the IPCEI ME/CT YouTube channel, Alain Filipowicz from Continental, based in Toulouse, France, shares valuable insights into the importance of Spill-Over Activities in the context of the IPCEI Microelectronics project. With years of experience in public funding and PhD financing, Filipowicz has been working on microelectronics and communication technologies for the future of automotive architectures since 2015.

Together with Stefan Theer from Enco in Austria, Filipowicz is responsible for the overall reporting of Spill-Over Activities, which play a key role in spreading the benefits of research and innovation across Europe. These activities are required as part of contracts with member states and the EU Commission, ensuring that knowledge is shared widely for the collective advancement of European technology.

The video outlines four key areas for dissemination, from sharing non-protected intellectual property (IP) results to distributing protected IP during the final stages of a project. These Spill-Over Activities reach beyond the initial target sectors, incorporating initiatives such as PhD programs, internships, conferences, and publications.

The real value of these activities lies in their ability to foster collaboration between companies that might not have worked together before. This collaboration helps to create new technologies and products with applications across different industries, driving innovation and strengthening Europe's position in the global market.

By encouraging the sharing of research outcomes, IPCEI ME/CT not only accelerates technological progress but also promotes partnerships that benefit the broader European economy. Watch the video to discover how these Spill-Over Activities are shaping the future of microelectronics and communication technologies in Europe.