Building Bridges 2025

 36th Annual Conference of Academia Europaea (AE) and Conference of the Young Academy of Europe (YAE)

Resilient Futures: Bridging Sciences, Technology, Humanities and Society

Conference Date: 15th to 17th October 2025

Conference venue: Parc de Recerca Biomèdica Barcelona (PRBB), Barcelona

Building Bridges 2025: Fostering Knowledge Across Disciplines

In an era where misinformation and subjective narratives challenge the foundations of truth, the role of rigorous academic inquiry has never been more crucial. Building Bridges 2025, the annual meeting of the Academia Europaea in Barcelona, will bring together leading scholars from all areas of knowledge to reaffirm the value of critical thinking, scientific evidence, and interdisciplinary dialogue.

At a time when public discourse is often fragmented and influenced by misleading information, academia remains a beacon of intellectual integrity. By connecting disciplines—from the humanities to the natural and social sciences—this meeting will explore how collaborative research can address global challenges, foster innovation, and reinforce the importance of knowledge-based decision-making in society.

As we gather in Barcelona in October 2025, we invite participants to engage in thought-provoking discussions, build new synergies, and strengthen the role of academia as a pillar of informed public debate. In a world of uncertainty, knowledge remains our most reliable bridge to the future. Let’s reinforce it!

Jaume Bertranpetit, Academic Director of Academia Europaea Barcelona Hub