Through both international and domestic funding efforts, MOME collaborates with institutions across Europe, from the United Kingdom to Croatia. These partnerships create fertile ground for multidisciplinary innovation, creative thinking, and solutions that shape the future. In collaboration with various organisational units of the university, the Directorate submitted 46 grant applications last year, securing 740 million HUF. This funding not only supports high-quality education and research but also ensures the sustainability of initiatives tackling social and environmental challenges. 

Symposium for Extended Reality in Natural Reserves 

MOME, with support from the International Visegrad Fund, is leading the “Symposium for Extended Reality in Natural Reserves” project. In collaboration with nine institutions from the V4 countries, this initiative explores how augmented reality (AR) can be employed in natural reserves. The project includes a symposium and a hackathon, where environmental experts, technology developers, and students work together to design and prototype innovative AR applications. These efforts represent a significant step toward aligning technological advancements with conservation strategies. 

Zenctuary VR+ 

The Zenctuary VR+ project aims to develop an interactive VR application that simulates natural environments, serving as both a therapeutic and diagnostic tool. Using participatory co-design methods, the project incorporates user needs to create an innovative solution. Initial feasibility testing will take place in a palliative care centre in France, followed by long-term randomized clinical trials at medical facilities in Hungary. The research focuses on improving care for elderly patients with chronic conditions, particularly exploring VR’s potential to reduce stress and support diagnostics. Beyond benefiting patients, the project aims to ease the workload of healthcare professionals, contributing to more effective care delivery. 

Waterside Voices: connecting communities to waterscapes 

Supported by the Creative Europe Programme, Waterside Voices seeks to redefine urban waterfronts and engage communities. The project focuses on amplifying the voices of marginalised communities by shaping the narratives around these waterscapes. Through participatory design methods, partners are developing new practices and models to improve the accessibility and connectivity to urban waterscapes. This initiative aims to raise awareness of shared challenges, promote cultural diversity, and align with the European Green Deal’s principles of sustainability and inclusion. 

Danube Dance Alliance for Development of Contemporary Dance Scene in the Danube Region 

The Danube Dance Alliance project promotes contemporary dance and strengthens international collaboration in the Danube region.  Organisations from eight countries are collaborating to create a modular co-production that blend contemporary dance with innovative virtual reality technologies and other artistic disciplines. The project engages local communities in creative processes, leaving a lasting impact on the cultural life of the region. With a strong focus on cultural diversity and sustainability, it fosters innovation in the creative sectors and international cross-disciplinary collaboration. 

CONIFER – Co-imagining needs-based mobility visions for the proximity city 

As part of the Driving Urban Transition programme, the CONIFER project explores the concept of “15-minute cities” by developing needs-based mobility models. Conducted in laboratories around six European cities, the project examines the mobility and urban access needs of children, young people, and their families. Using playful and creative methods, such as art and gamification, the research highlights the importance of proximity-based urban planning. The findings have the potential to fundamentally reshape urban mobility strategies, offering a more sustainable and inclusive future for European cities. 

ARE BEST NbS: Aquatic and Riparian Ecosystems: Biodiversity and Economic Service Transformations from NbS 

The ARE BEST NbS project aims to advance the implementation of nature-based solutions through transdisciplinary research, focusing on the protection of biodiversity and the promotion of human well-being.  It focuses on strengthening communication and collaboration among stakeholders, highlighting the role of artistic tools and co-design processes in recognising ecological values. By analysing stakeholders’ mental models, it enhances planning efficiency while drawing attention to the synergies between biodiversity and human well-being.