The opening conference of the "Rediscovering our Common Cultural Roots and Digitalizing them for Future Generation — Root4Dig" project officially took place on May 15, marking the start of a significant cross-border collaboration.
The conference was hosted by the Ivano-Frankivsk National Technical University of Oil and Gas (IFNTUNG) in Ukraine. This project is being implemented simultaneously in Maramureș County (Romania) and the Ivano-Frankivsk region (Ukraine) to deepen cross-border partnerships and ensure the digital preservation of the Carpathian region's cultural heritage.
Opening Remarks
The event was moderated by **Professor Lyudmila Arkhipova**, Project Manager and Professor at the Department of Ecology (IFNTUOG). Key congratulatory addresses were delivered by:
The speakers highlighted the strategic directions of the scientific work, the resources allocated for project implementation, and the vital importance of inter-university cooperation.
Project Partnership & Mission
The Root4Dig project is a joint effort between:
Supported by the **Interreg VI-A NEXT Hungary-Slovakia-Romania-Ukraine 2021-2027 Program**, the initiative unites students from both technical universities around a common mission: promoting cultural heritage while developing essential soft skills for the next generation of experts.
The project continues to build bridges across the Carpathians, utilizing digital innovation to safeguard our shared history.