In July 2025, our Faculty hosted a three-day professional event attended by researchers and students from Seoul National University (SNU). The aim of the meeting was to strengthen innovation and scientific cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence, medical technologies, and bionics.
The opening keynote was delivered by Prof. György Cserey, Dean of the Faculty, who emphasized the forward-shaping role of interdisciplinarity and international collaboration. A highlighted presentation was given by Prof. Zoltán Gáspári, titled "Protein Structure Models in the AI Era". He explored how machine learning is transforming biological research, particularly in the modelling of protein structures. Dr. Kristóf Iván presented the latest tools for the quantitative measurement of molecular, cellular and tissue parameters in a talk entitled "Tools for Quantitative Measurement of Molecular, Cellular and Tissue Parameters for Biological Applications", offering insights into their diagnostic and medtech applications.
The workshop also showcased several innovative student projects from Pázmány, such as an intelligent exoskeleton designed to support the movement of people living with Parkinson’s disease, and AI-based assistive solutions for individuals with visual impairments. Throughout the professional program, participants also discussed joint research projects and future collaborations within the framework of the NKFIH-NRF bilateral research program, focusing on biosensors, neurotechnology, and medical device development.
The official program was complemented by cultural activities, including a guided sightseeing tour of Budapest, a visit to the Hungarian Parliament, and a dinner. The event concluded with an administrative meeting in which the two institutions reaffirmed their commitment to strategic collaboration. “Our goal is to involve our students in international research and to equip them with the knowledge that enables them to become active members of the global scientific community,” emphasized Prof. György Cserey, Dean of the Faculty.
The event demonstrated that Pázmány ITK is one of Hungary’s key hubs for scientific collaborations shaping the technologies of the future. The ongoing projects presented during the workshop are supported by the National Research, Development and Innovation Fund of Hungary through the Ministry for Innovation and Technology under project numbers TKP2021-NVA-26, TKP2021-NVA-27, TKP2021-EGA-42, and TKP2021-NKTA-66.
