VSR Professorship hosts General Assembly of European AI Excellence Network ENFIELD at TUC

From February 17 to 19, 2026, the VSR Professorship welcomed around 40 international AI experts for the General Assembly of the European research project ENFIELD. As part of this prestigious network – one of only nine AI Excellence Networks funded by the European Commission – the VSR team played a central role in coordinating this high-level exchange on the future of European AI.

The hosting of the meeting was led by Prof. Dr. Martin Gaedke and Dr. Sebastian Heil from the VSR Professorship. The project "European Lighthouse to Manifest Trustworthy and Green AI" (ENFIELD) is part of the EU's "Horizon Europe" framework program and pursues a clear mission: to bundle European excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, increase its international visibility, and position Europe as a global leader in trustworthy AI. With EU funding of approximately 11 million euros, ENFIELD is among Europe’s most significant AI research initiatives.

Impressive Research Impact: More than 170 Publications in Three Years

As the three-year collaborative project nears its conclusion, it boasts an extraordinary track record. To date, ENFIELD has produced more than 170 scientific publications: nearly 50 in international journals and over 120 contributions to global workshops and conferences. These figures represent more than just statistics; they demonstrate the research depth and scientific impact of a network developing AI solutions for strategically vital sectors such as energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and space.

The project is supported by 30 leading research institutions, companies, and public organizations from 18 countries. Together, they are working to create a vibrant European AI ecosystem – one that is not only technologically excellent but also human-centric, sustainable, and trustworthy. Europe has a unique opportunity to turn its core values – transparency, fairness, and digital sovereignty – into the global benchmark for AI development.