Klagenfurt, Austria – 16.08.2025 – The ETCOP Institute for Interdisciplinary Research proudly hosted its annual Outstanding Research Awards ceremony in Salzburg, recognizing groundbreaking contributions in the fields of education, digital transformation, and applied research.
Outstanding Research Award
This year’s Outstanding Research Awards were presented to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anna Stein, Board Member of the ETCOP Institute, and Dr. Onyx Walker, Senior Researcher at the Institute. Both were honored for their exceptional contributions to interdisciplinary research and for advancing innovative practices with real-world impact.
ETCOP Award Committee
The awards were formally presented by the ETCOP Award Committee, Prof. Emily Johnson (USA), Dr. Sarah Mitchell (USA), Prof. Li Wei (China), and Dr. Anika Desai (India). The committee emphasized that the achievements of Dr. Stein and Dr. Walker reflect the very mission of the ETCOP Institute: bridging the gap between academic research, professional practice, and global challenges.
Statement from the President
'By honoring outstanding research, we not only celebrate individual excellence but also the collaborative spirit that drives true innovation, ' said Prof. Dr. Alptekin Erkollar, President of the ETCOP Institute. 'The work of this year’s awardees demonstrates how interdisciplinary research can deliver sustainable solutions for the future.'
A Hub for Innovation and Collaboration
The ceremony brought together researchers, educators, and professionals from across Europe and beyond, underscoring the Institute’s role as a hub for applied interdisciplinary research and international dialogue. The ETCOP Institute remains committed to supporting outstanding research through awards, publications, and collaborative initiatives, ensuring long-term impact in education, professional practice, and society at large.
