​Join us for the University Defense Tech Forum in Kyiv (April 28) as part of Kyiv Defense Tech Week.

​This event will be held in person only.

​An international platform connecting universities driving defense and dual-use innovation — not a conference, but a launchpad for a global academic defense network.

​Hosted in Ukraine, it bridges real-world battlefield innovation with research, talent, and investment.

​Bringing together universities, researchers, and innovators to build partnerships, launch joint R&D, and shape the future of security.

​Hosted by the European Defense Tech Hub and Brave1, this is a key opportunity to connect and collaborate with leaders of the defense tech ecosystem.

​Let’s bring together the best minds to work on the most urgent challenges of our time.

​Selected student and university teams will have the opportunity to present their projects in the Pitch Session.

​Apply to join the Pitch Session here: Open Google Form

​Agenda

​Tuesday, April 28 – Day 1 — Public Forum

​11:00 – Opening Session

​Welcome remarks

​11:30 – Panel 1: Who Builds the Future of Defense Tech?

​Discussion on universities’ role in defense innovation, public-private partnerships, and industry collaboration.

​12:30 – Networking Break

​13:00 – Panel 2: University Defense Hubs: Global Models and Lessons

​Insights from international universities, spin-offs, and venture investors on building defense tech labs and scaling innovation.

​14:00 – Networking Break

​14:30 – Pitch Session

​Selected teams present 3 min pitch + 2 min Q&A.
Participants: Ukrainian student teams, university spin-offs, and international teams.Teams compete for prizes.

​16:00 – Informal Networking

​16:30 – Awards & Closing Remarks

• ​Announcement of winning teams and prize distribution

• ​Closing words from Forum organizers and partners

​17:00 – Informal Networking

​Wednesday, April 29 – Day 2 — Strategic Track

​*Closed-door, invite-only

Join Kyiv Defense Tech Week:
https://kyivdefensetechweek.com/