AI-AGE researchers will take part in the national conference “AI DIRECTLY: Montenegro in the Age of AI Challenges” — organised by the Association of Managers of Montenegro (AMM) and the Science and Technology Park of Montenegro. The event brings together leading experts from academia, industry, and the public sector to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping competitiveness, business models, and the innovation landscape in Montenegro.
Our team will participate in the panel “A New Era of Business – How AI Is Changing the Rules of the Game”. Through this engagement, AI-AGE will contribute perspectives on cutting-edge AI research, including the project’s work on discovering non-invasive biomarkers of aging. Participation in this national event strengthens our collaboration with Montenegro’s AI and business community and reinforces our commitment to advancing responsible and impactful AI research.
AI-AGE team members to participate in the AI DIRECTLY conference organised by AMM
The AI-AGE project (Artificial Intelligence Supported Identification of Novel Non-invasive Biomarkers of Aging) was presented at the 13th Science Festival – European Researchers’ Night, held on September 26 at the Bemax Arena in Podgorica. As Montenegro’s largest science outreach event, the festival highlighted how research and innovation shape everyday life, and AI-AGE stood out by demonstrating the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) in medicine.
AI-AGE featured at the 13th Science FEstival organized by PRONA
Through AI-AGE, researchers are developing advanced AI models that analyze medical images, such as retinal scans, to identify novel biomarkers of aging. These efforts, supported by HPC resources provided through NCC Montenegro (EuroCC2 and EuroCC4SEE), aim to accelerate early detection of age-related diseases and advance personalized healthcare. By bridging AI, HPC, and biomedical science, AI-AGE showcases Montenegro’s active role in the European Research Area and its contribution to the future of healthcare innovation.
This event was focused on connecting science, innovation and societyAI-AGE was part of the presentation related to HPC and AI
Successful presentation and from Dejan Babic from University of Donja Gorica at the EuroCC4SEE Seminar organized by NCC Turkiye. This was a part of the EuroCC4SEE project, five countries – Türkiye, Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – have joined forces to present an engaging online seminar series titled: “5 Beats of Intelligence: AI Meets Diverse Domains”.
Successful presentation at the Seminar series, around 25 attendees
More details on schedule of seminar presentations and and registrations can be accessed at NCC Turkiye website at the foillowing link.
The presentation covered use cases from the AI-AGE project implemented at UDG with NCC support
The one-day short course “From Personal Computing to HPC”, held on April 29, 2025, successfully brought together around 20 participants from academia, industry, and public institutions. The course offered a practical introduction to the evolution from everyday computing environments to high-performance computing (HPC), with a focus on real-world applications and national infrastructure. Mr Dejan Babic gave presentation on the use of UDG cluster for solving use cases pertinent to AI applications in medicine.
Dejan Babić and Elvis Taruh guided attendees through key concepts, showcasing how HPC resources can be leveraged for data-intensive tasks and advanced simulations. Through interactive discussions and live demonstrations, participants gained insights into the capabilities of Montenegro’s EuroCC infrastructure and how to access and utilize HPC resources for their own research or professional needs. The course sparked meaningful exchanges and interest in further training, highlighting the growing demand for computational skills in diverse fields. AI-AGE computing node was featured in the training that was done in the context of EuroCC2 and EuroCC4SEE projects. More about the event at the HPC Montenegro website [link].
Researcher and associate at the University of Donja Gorica, Dejan Babić, MA, participated in the panel “Digital Economy” organized by the Montenegrin Academy of Sciences and Arts and the Department of Social Sciences. In his presentation, he shared his impressions from a recent visit to China, emphasizing the openness and cordiality of the Chinese hosts, as well as the high level of professionalism at universities. He particularly emphasized the way in which China, as a global leader in the field of artificial intelligence, strategically invests in the development of infrastructure and human capital, which enables the rapid application of innovations and the shaping of a modern digital economy through the synergy of the academic community and industry.
Presentation on experiences from the mobility visit to Bejing in China
In the continuation of his presentation, Dejan Babić MA also presented parts of his doctoral research focused on the application of artificial intelligence in medicine, especially in the analysis of aging biomarkers through the fundus, which he is implementing through the AIAGE project. He highlighted the challenges facing the healthcare sector, such as diagnostic errors and the workload of medical staff, as well as the potential of AI technologies to improve the accuracy, speed and accessibility of healthcare. He paid special attention to generative models, predictive diagnostics and explainable AI, as the most promising directions of development that contribute to the digital transformation of healthcare and open up new opportunities for economic growth through innovation and cooperation between different sectors.
Presentation of research activities based on AI-AGE use case
The paper submission deadline for CMBEBIH 2025 has been extended to April 12, 2025!
CMBEBIH 2025 is organized by the Bosnia and Herzegovina Medical and Biological Engineering Society. Since its inception in 2015, the conference has been held every two years and is now in its sixth edition. It serves as a significant platform for exchanging knowledge and fostering collaboration in medical and biological engineering. This year’s event is co-organized by Verlab Research Institute, contributing its expertise in research and technological innovation.
The conference is endorsed by:
IFMBE (International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering) – supporting global standards in biomedical engineering.
EAMBES (European Alliance for Medical and Biological Engineering & Science) – promoting the integration of engineering and science in healthcare across Europe.
Springer – ensuring that high-quality research presented at the conference reaches a global audience through publication.
CMBEBIH 2025 received endorsement from EIT (European Institute for Innovation and Technology) contributing to our goal of fostering digital and green transformation by connecting education, research, and industry. CMBEBIH 2025 will be hosting members of the EUROCC community, a key network driving the advancement of high-performance computing (HPC) across Europe. EUROCC unites national competence centers to enhance HPC capabilities, strengthen digital transformation, and support innovation in research and industry. UDG and HPC Montenegro are helping co-organizing the event.
The deadlin for paper submission is extended until 12.04.2025.
Hybrid Learning Experience jointly organized by BioExcel and supported by Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy & Faculty of Physics, DISCOVERER Supercomputer and National Competence Centres in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia and Montenegro, this hydrid workshop will offer participants the chance to engage both on-site and online. The workshop will focus on the use of BioExcel core codes such as GROMACS, HADDOCK and PMX with a strong emphasis on hands-on practical sessions and guidance from leading experts in the field.
When & Where: May 21–22, 2025 | Sofia University, Bulgaria & Online
Apply by: April 15, 2025
Don’t miss out and boost your research skills! More info and registration: [link]
We are thrilled to share highlights from the successful presentation of the AI-AGE project at the 29th IT Conference, held from February 19-22, 2025, in Žabljak, Montenegro. Our team had the opportunity to present the project’s advancements and engage with a vibrant community of experts and stakeholders over three dynamic days.
🔬 Wednesday – Project Results Fair: The AI-AGE team showcased the project’s core achievements during the Project Trade Fair and Dissemination of Results. Attendees explored how AI-AGE is pushing the boundaries in identifying novel, non-invasive biomarkers of aging using artificial intelligence. The session allowed for meaningful exchanges with other project teams and stakeholders, sparking discussions on future collaborations and applications of AI in medicine.
AI-AGE project was presented at the IT 2025 spectial session dedicated to dissemination of project results
🎤 Thursday – Expert Presentation: Mr. Dejan Babić delivered an insightful presentation detailing his research and contributions to the AI-AGE project. His talk covered the technical intricacies of using deep learning for retinal image segmentation, a key part of AI-AGE’s mission to discover aging biomarkers. The session attracted considerable interest, leading to valuable feedback and new ideas for further research.
Mr. Dejan Babic giving a presentation on AI-AGE at the EuroCC2/EuroCC4SEE workshop for young researchers
💡 Friday – Panel Discussion: Prof. Nataša Popović joined the distinguished panel “ICT Future from the Present”, where she shared perspectives on the evolving role of AI in healthcare and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Her insights emphasized how projects like AI-AGE are not only advancing scientific research but also paving the way for practical healthcare solutions.
prof. Natasa Popovic taking part in the panel discussion on the last day of the conference
We are grateful to the organizers of IT 2025 for providing a platform to share our work and to all participants for their engaging questions and support. The AI-AGE team looks forward to building on this momentum as we continue our mission to revolutionize aging research.
On 19 Feb at the IEEE IT2025 Conference in Žabljak, the AI-AGE project will be presented during the Project Trade Fair. AI-AGE leverages artificial intelligence to identify novel, non-invasive biomarkers of aging, aiming to enhance early diagnostics and personalized healthcare. By integrating cutting-edge AI techniques with biomedical research, the project is paving the way for more accurate and accessible aging assessments. Join us to explore how AI is transforming the future of healthcare and longevity research! 🌍💡
The University of Donja Gorica hosted the highly anticipated HPC/AI Workshop and Student Conference on Saturday, December 21st. This event served as a key platform to highlight the outcomes of the HPC4S3ME IPA project and the AIFusion training program supported by the Innovation Fund of Montenegro. Both projects were developed within the framework of EuroCC2/EuroCC4SEE, with support from the NCC Montenegro team. The events showcased significant advancements in high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) in Montenegro.
AI-AGE team members took part in mentoring students throughout the preparetion for the conference. The conference resulted in a Book of abstracts published on 30 December 2024. Read more at: link.
HPC/AI Workshop and Student Conference took place on 21 December 2024 at the UDGOver 50 attendees at the conference, mainly students and young researchers
