At HashNet, we drive innovation through research and collaboration, particularly in initiatives promoting social innovation, systems change, and sustainability. One of our key contributions is through the World Metaverse Council (WMC) and the Catalyst 2030 Academic Hub initiative, where we aim to foster meaningful partnerships, bridge the gap between theory and practice, and propel action toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
HashNet’s Vision for Collaborative Innovation
The Catalyst 2030 Academic Hub Europe initiative seeks to transform higher education institutions (HEIs) into systems change enablers. By integrating blockchain and decentralized solutions, HashNet plays a pivotal role in:
- Facilitating secure and scalable collaboration among academic institutions, researchers, and social entrepreneurs.
- Providing transparent data verification systems to track progress toward SDG-aligned goals.
- Promoting cross-regional partnerships that drive real-world impact through blockchain-enabled research and educational programs.
Key Focus Areas of Contribution
1. Sharing Best Practices in Teaching and Research
HashNet contributes to the design of synchronous and asynchronous learning models for academic hubs, offering blockchain-based platforms that enhance curriculum development, research dissemination, and cross-pollination of ideas.
2. Facilitating Collaborative Research
Through our expertise in blockchain, we enable secure data sharing for research collaborations across borders. HashNet’s tools support the development of systems change articles, case studies, and collaborative publications that bridge theory and practice, making academic research actionable for social entrepreneurs.
3. Advancing Education for the Next Generation of Changemakers
By integrating blockchain-driven traceability and accountability frameworks, HashNet helps institutions design experiential learning opportunities that encourage students to engage with their communities and work toward SDG achievements.
4. Driving SDG Action through Technology
Our Track and Trace and EBSI-VECTOR initiatives offer scalable solutions to track student engagement with SDGs, measure project outcomes, and provide transparent, blockchain-backed reporting for institutional and student contributions to social impact.
Potential Initiatives and Activities
HashNet supports the Academic Hub’s goal of expanding resources for educators and researchers through:
- Learning Series: Hosting workshops and webinars on blockchain’s role in social innovation and education.
- Knowledge Dissemination: Developing multilingual resources for local and regional stakeholders.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with country-specific chapters like Croatia, Italy, and Greece to co-create impactful programs.
- Campus Engagement: Facilitating guest lectures and events featuring social innovators and technology leaders.
- Closing the Theory-Practice Gap: Publishing practical, blockchain-driven solutions for education and research through peer-reviewed journals and case studies.
Next Steps
HashNet will continue working closely with regional partners, including the Croatia Chapter Co-Chairs and other stakeholders, to expand the reach and impact of the Academic Hub initiative. A collaborative meeting with members from Italy, Greece, and Croatia is being scheduled to co-create innovative solutions and define the roadmap for NCCSI and COTRUGLI’s educational project.
We are excited about this initiative’s opportunities and remain dedicated to advancing systems change through technology and collaboration.
Together, let’s shape the future of education and innovation.
The HashNet Team
