EventCAT Enhances Cross-Border Collaboration at Horizon Europe Event

EventCAT AI Interpretation Ensuring Seamless Multilingual Communication for Global Participants

  On November 13, 2024, POSTECH (Pohang University of Science and Technology) hosted the Horizon Europe Grant Office Workshop as part of SKERIC Week 2024. This event aimed to explore opportunities within the Horizon Europe program, a €95.5 billion (approximately 13 trillion KRW) research and innovation funding initiative by the European Union. The program, which runs from 2021 to 2027, focuses on promoting international collaboration in research and innovation, with a particular emphasis on countries outside the EU, including South Korea.

EventCAT, XL8’s AI-powered real-time interpretation solution, was used at both universities to provide Korean and English subtitles throughout the event. Thanks to EventCAT's cutting-edge technology, participants from diverse linguistic backgrounds were able to communicate seamlessly, ensuring that everyone received high-quality, real-time translations.

AI Translation Supporting Cross-Border Collaboration

The Horizon Europe Workshop covered key topics such as the funding landscape, research collaboration opportunities, and strategies for writing successful research proposals. Notable speakers included Dan Andree, Senior Alliance, Stockholm Trio; Anna Raask, Senior Research Advisor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology; and Jenny Wanselius, Head of Department at Vinnova. They discussed the EU funding structures, research collaboration strategies, and global partnership opportunities.

With EventCAT providing real-time subtitles, both in-person and online attendees were able to follow the sessions without any language barriers. EventCAT ensured that high-quality, real-time translations were available for all participants, allowing them to engage deeply in discussions. The system played a key role in ensuring smooth communication across both locations, fostering a productive environment for knowledge exchange.

Hyunji An, from the POSTECH R&D Strategy Team, shared her positive experience:
"We were very impressed with EventCAT's performance during the Horizon Europe workshop. The system was easy to use, and the translations were accurate and efficient, allowing us to provide high-quality, real-time translations for our multilingual event."

Fostering Deeper Collaboration with Real-Time Subtitles

EventCAT was used not only at POSTECH on November 13 but also at Korea University on the previous day, November 12, for the same Horizon Europe Workshop. At both venues, EventCAT's AI-driven subtitles ensured consistent communication across two different locations, allowing all participants to benefit from the same high-quality, real-time translations. This consistency allowed the workshop to maintain a unified experience for attendees, regardless of location.

Seamless Integration for Effective Collaboration

EventCAT’s user-friendly interface required minimal setup to integrate into existing event infrastructures. All that was needed was a laptop with EventCAT installed and a stable internet connection to provide real-time translations. This simplicity made the system an ideal choice for large-scale events, ensuring quick setup and efficient operation.

Setting a New Standard for Multilingual Communication at International Events

EventCAT's real-time subtitles played a pivotal role beyond simple translation. By removing language barriers, the system enabled speakers and participants to engage in meaningful discussions, understand complex ideas, and collaborate more effectively. EventCAT provided a platform for everyone to immerse themselves in the event content, fostering greater engagement and international cooperation

With its advanced AI technology, EventCAT is setting a new benchmark for multilingual communication at international conferences and workshops. Its real-time subtitle functionality, extensive language support, and simple integration make it an essential tool for seamless global collaboration in today’s interconnected world.

The Impact of EventCAT

• Enhanced Accessibility: By providing real-time subtitles in Korean and English, EventCAT ensured that all participants, regardless of their language, could engage fully in the discussions.
• Effortless Integration: EventCAT integrated seamlessly with the existing infrastructure at both POSTECH and Korea University, offering a simple, effective solution to deliver real-time translations.
• Fostering Collaboration: By breaking down language barriers, EventCAT enabled deeper discussions and collaboration among international researchers, enhancing the quality of the event.

The Horizon Europe Workshop is another example of how EventCAT plays a key role in supporting global collaboration. By enabling seamless communication across multiple languages, EventCAT is empowering international events to achieve their goals of knowledge sharing and cross-border partnership. With EventCAT, organizations can confidently navigate multilingual events and unlock the full potential of international cooperation.