Faculty of Computer Science, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi

EU Legislative Interests

The organisation’s activities are relevant to several European Union initiatives and legislative frameworks related to artificial intelligence, digital transformation, cybersecurity, data governance, and advanced digital technologies. Relevant EU legislative proposals, regulations, and policy initiatives include: - Regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act); - European Strategy for Data; - Regulation on harmonised rules on fair access to and use of data (Data Act); - Regulation on European data governance (Data Governance Act); - Directive on measures for a high common level of cybersecurity across the Union (NIS2 Directive); - Digital Europe Programme; - Communication from the Commission on Fostering a European approach to Artificial Intelligence; - European Research Area (ERA) Policy Agenda; - European strategy for universities; - Communication on a Digital Decade for Europe: digital targets for 2030. The Faculty of Computer Science of the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași contributes through education, research, doctoral training, interdisciplinary programmes, and participation in national and European projects related to artificial intelligence, distributed systems, cloud computing, cybersecurity, interoperability, digital transformation, and data-driven systems. The organisation also develops expertise and applied research relevant to the trustworthy, ethical, and effective deployment of AI systems and digital technologies in education, public administration, healthcare, and society.

Communication Activities

The organisation disseminates knowledge relevant to EU digital initiatives through academic teaching, scientific publications, workshops, and participation in international conferences and expert events. It provides education and training in artificial intelligence and digital technologies at undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, and contributes to interdisciplinary learning in areas such as digital transformation and innovation. The organisation engages with a broad range of stakeholders through research projects, academic-industry collaborations, and knowledge transfer initiatives, including dedicated programmes aimed at developing digital and AI-related skills for educators, public sector staff, and the wider community. It also contributes to discussions on the societal impact of emerging technologies through conferences, panels, and collaborative activities at national and European level.

Interests Represented

Does not represent commercial interests

Member Of

The Faculty of Computer Science at “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is part of a comprehensive academic institution actively involved in European and international university networks. Through the University, it is affiliated with major academic and research organisations, including: – Coimbra Group – Utrecht Network – European University Association (EUA) – Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) – International Association of Universities (IAU) – Balkan Universities Network – Consortium of the Universities of the Republic of Moldova – Romania – Ukraine In addition, the Faculty is involved in European research and collaboration frameworks such as Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020, MSCA, and COST Actions, and participates in academic and professional networks related to computer science, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies. Further details: https://www.uaic.ro/en/international/university-networks/

Organisation Members

The Faculty of Computer Science at “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași comprises academic staff, researchers, and doctoral students engaged in education, research, and innovation in computer science and digital technologies. The Faculty includes teaching staff across all academic levels, research groups, and doctoral supervision structures, supporting activities in areas such as artificial intelligence, distributed systems, cybersecurity, and data-driven systems. It is affiliated with the Doctoral School of Computer Science and collaborates with research groups and centres within the University. The Faculty also maintains strong links with industry through partnerships with IT companies, as well as through technology transfer initiatives such as the iTransfer Technology Transfer Center. In addition, it engages with a broader ecosystem including students, alumni, partner organisations, and stakeholders from academia, industry, and the public sector, contributing to education, research, and digital innovation activities.

Additional Information

Funding sources include public funding, EU funding, competitive research grants, and international collaborations supporting the educational, research, and innovation activities of the Faculty of Computer Science, “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași. The organisation receives institutional funding from the Romanian Ministry of Education and participates in national and European programmes related to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, cloud computing, software engineering, and advanced digital technologies. Additional funding is obtained through collaborative research and innovation projects with regional development agencies, European programmes, and private-sector partners, including international research and technology organisations. The declared amounts support education, research, innovation, infrastructure, and project implementation activities and are not specifically allocated to interest representation activities vis-à-vis EU institutions.