Interview: The Cure4Aqua Success Story with Ivona Mladineo

In this insightful interview, conducted by NCP Naď Koníčková from the Technology Centre in Prague, we hear from Ivona Mladineo, the coordinator of Cure4Aqua. Naďa explores with Ivona the strategic preparation behind the project proposal and delves into the challenges and milestones during the first year and a half of its journey.

Ivona Mladineo shares valuable insights on preparation strategies, underscoring the importance of firsthand experience with the HE framework, either as an evaluator or a partner, to fully grasp the funding landscape. She also emphasizes the necessity of fostering strong relationships with experienced partners from various funding schemes, such as Horizon Europe and COST Actions. Additionally, Mladineo discusses the essential role of robust project support, which can be either external or internal; early engagement with a Technology Centre, for instance, can provide crucial guidance. Lastly, she speaks on the need for decisive leadership within the consortium, capable of making tough decisions, even when they might be unpopular.

Join us as we delve deeper into these topics and more in our conversation with Ivona Mladineo.

• Gain firsthand experience with the HE framework, whether as an evaluator or a partner, to understand the landscape deeply.
• Cultivate strong relationships with experienced partners from various funding schemes, such as Horizon Europe and COST Actions.
• Ensure robust and experienced project support, whether external or internal. Engaging with the Technology Centre at the earliest stages can provide critical guidance.
• Embody a strong personality, prepared to make tough decisions within your consortium, even when they may be unpopular.