Dr. Tobias Gantner is a visionary healthcare futurist, trained in medicine, law, philosophy, and health economics. After stepping away from careers in transplant surgery and the corporate world, he founded The HealthCare Futurists—not just a company, but a mindset and movement aimed at democratizing healthcare. Dubbed the “Q of medicine,” Tobias blends academic rigor with technology, storytelling, and bold innovation to reimagine the future of health, education, and society. He has spearheaded award-winning initiatives including mobile clinics, no-doctor offices led by nurses, 3D-printed medicines, gamified health solutions, and AI-driven life story tools for nursing. His creative experiments even include building the “pharmacy of the future” out of LEGO® bricks and transforming hackathons into engines of systemic change. Recognized by the WHO as one of the world’s top 50 digital health experts, Tobias champions emergence-based healthcare and the use of advanced AI in disease interception. A passionate advocate for healthy longevity, equitable access to care, and Future Skills, he believes curiosity is the ultimate superpower—and that reinventing broken systems begins with challenging the rules. His keynote, “Don’t grow up – it’s a trap,” invites audiences to unlearn their limits and start shaping the future they truly want to grow into.

Graduate of the Medical University of Warsaw, major in Nursing. Lecturer at the Department of Surgical, Transplantation Nursing and Extracorporeal Therapy at the Medical University of Warsaw, as well as a specialist nurse in surgical nursing and anesthesiology and intensive care nursing, currently employed in the Intensive Care Unit at Czerniakowski Hospital. Transplant coordinator at the Organizational and Coordination Center for Transplantation “Poltransplant.” Academic teacher conducting classes with nursing students, including Erasmus students, at the Faculty of Health Sciences of the Medical University of Warsaw. Supervisor of the Student Scientific Club of Surgical and Transplantation Nursing. Supervisor of numerous bachelor's and master's theses at the Faculty of Health Sciences. Editor and co-editor, as well as author of chapters in textbooks and educational materials for nurses and students. Author and coauthor of numerous original and review papers, chapters in academic textbooks, and scientific monographs. Reviewer for the journal Surgical and Vascular Nursing. Organizer of conferences, workshops, and training sessions for nurses and students. Member of the Polish Wound Management Association and the Polish Transplantation Society, and Chair of the Surgical Nurses Section at the Warsaw District Chamber of Nurses and Midwives.

Olav Goetz studied Business Administration at the University of Greifswald and the University of Latvia in Riga, specializing in Health Management and Economics. He earned a Master’s degree in Healthcare Management and completed his doctorate in 2013 on simulation-based analysis of healthcare operations. In 2018, he was appointed Professor of General Business Administration with a focus on Healthcare Consulting at APOLLON University of Applied Sciences. His academic and consulting work centers on healthcare management, with specializations in process management, modeling, and simulation in healthcare facilities, especially hospitals. He also focuses on cost analysis and human resource management, particularly in international settings. Alongside his academic role, he serves as a management consultant for healthcare institutions and development organizations such as GIZ and KfW. His consulting covers areas like healthcare financing, HR management, and cost analysis in healthcare systems worldwide.

Linda Çavdarbasha is an ecologist and environmental expert from Kosovo, with academic specialization in Ecology and Environmental Protection. She finished studies at the University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina” and did an Erasmus+ exchange at the University of Konstanz in Germany. Linda has worked with various local and international organizations on sustainable development, waste management, and green economy initiatives. She served as Deputy Minister of Environment, Spatial Planning, and Infrastructure in Kosovo from 2021 to 2023, leading efforts on environmental protection, water protection, climate change, biodiversity, circular economy, and environmental education. In addition to her public service, Linda works as a consultant on environmental issues, climate action, and community-based sustainability projects, supporting national and regional institutions in aligning with international environmental standards.

A graduate of the Medical University of Lublin with a degree in Nursing. Lecturer at the Department of Nursing Propedeutics at the Medical University of Warsaw, and a specialist nurse in anesthesiology and intensive care nursing, currently employed in the Intensive Care Unit at Medicover Hospital in Warsaw. An academic teacher conducting classes with nursing students, including Erasmus students, at the Faculty of Health Sciences of the Medical University of Warsaw. Editor and co-editor, as well as author of chapters in textbooks and educational materials for nurses and nursing students. Author and co-author of original and review articles, and chapters in academic textbooks. Member of the Polish Infusion Nursing Society and the Scientific Council of the Polish Infusion Nursing Society. Her clinical and research work focuses on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among healthcare professionals, particularly within intensive care settings. She is involved in research and educational projects in the fields of medical education and the quality of nursing care. She is also actively engaged in initiatives aimed at developing professional competencies among nurses, both in academic settings and in clinical practice.

As climate change intensifies, Kosovo communities face growing environmental and socio-economic vulnerabilities. This presentation explores the power of grassroots movements and local CSOs in driving climate resilience and advancing the green transition in Kosovo. Drawing from over 15 years of fieldwork and leadership, Egzona Shala Kadiu shares practical insights into how community-driven initiatives, especially those led by youth and women, can influence national climate strategies and shape more inclusive, just transitions.  Through concrete examples in environmental education, advocacy, and coalition-building, the talk highlights how locally designed action can challenge unsustainable development, empower vulnerable groups, and protect natural resources. The session underscores the importance of how data-driven activism and clear communication tools can strengthen environmental resilience and inspire collective action at the community level.

Dr. Edona Deva is a Medical Doctor, Public Health Specialist, and Master of Health Management with over 25 years of experience in program management. She has worked with national and international organizations, including managing an $18 million Global Fund portfolio supporting HIV and pandemic response in Kosovo. Dr. Deva has led the National HIV response, developing evidence-based policies and coordinating comprehensive programs. She contributes to academic research on HIV transmission and collaborates with international researchers on regional epidemiology. Her expertise spans disease-specific policies, strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, and health legislation. She is also active in training healthcare and community workers. As a Member of the NGO constituency to the Global Fund Board, she has helped shape global policies on AIDS, TB, malaria, and pandemic preparedness. Dr. Deva remains a leading figure in Kosovo’s efforts to combat HIV/AIDS through evidence-driven strategies and community engagement.

Dr. Kurtesh Sherifi- Veterinary Medicine: Professor Kurtesh has been serving at the University of Prishtina, Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary, Department of Veterinary Medicine – Parasitology and Infectious Diseases since 2008. He completed his doctoral studies at the Free University of Berlin, Institute of Parasitology and Tropical Veterinary Medicine. With 17 years of experience in higher education teaching, he has authored 36 scientific papers published in peer-reviewed international journals. His academic contributions include participation in numerous national and international conferences, coordination and involvement in various research projects, and engagement in mobility programs, trainings, and workshops across scientific institutions in EU countries and the USA. In addition to his academic work, he has held several key leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Veterinary Medicine, senator of the University of Prishtina, member of the Doctoral Council at the faculty and university level, and Vice Rector for Research.

Dr. agr. Arben Mehmeti is a professor at the Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary, University of Prishtina, where he has worked since 2005. He earned his Doctor of Agriculture degree in 2009 from Justus Liebig University in Giessen, Germany, with support from the DAAD program and the University of Prishtina. He teaches environmental and fundamental ecology, and plant protection. Between 2005 and 2024, he completed training in weed ecology, organic agriculture, and landscape ecology across Europe and the U.S. Through Erasmus+ and other programs, he has lectured at universities across Europe and the region. Dr. Mehmeti has led or participated in numerous national and international projects, including Erasmus+ and Tempus. He has presented at scientific conferences and published around 50 papers, along with authoring books and co-authoring a professional atlas. He has also served as Head of the Department of Plant Protection, a member of Kosovo’s Pesticide Commission, and coordinator for the Food and Veterinary Agency’s National Council.

Riaz Agahi is originally from Northern Ireland, he completed a PhD in chemistry in Scotland in 2019. Since moving to Kosovo, he has shifted his focus to population health, with a particular interest in how the urban environment can be both a source of dangerous health exposures and an opportunity for promoting a harmonious, healthy and happy community. Drawing on his scientific training, he brings an analytical perspective to complex social and environmental health challenges. He currently works on projects related to green space, walkability, and public health data systems, with the goal of supporting equitable and evidence-based urban planning.

Dr. Ardita Hoxha-Jahja is a specialist in international affairs with a strong background in agri-food systems, animal health and welfare, and global collaboration. She works at Savonia University of Applied Sciences, where she plays a key role in fostering international partnerships and advancing the Agri-Food Cluster in North Savo. Her expertise spans strategic planning, cross-border cooperation, and policy development, with a focus on sustainable and innovative solutions in the sector. Dr. Hoxha-Jahja is committed to strengthening global engagement in research and education, particularly in the fields of animal welfare and sustainable food production.

Dr. Tolga Sözüçok serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech and Language Therapy at İzmir Tınaztepe University. His research interests include aphasia and aphasia rehabilitation; neuroscience and neurolinguistics; and technology‐driven applications that support language–cognition–communication processes. In 2024, he earned his PhD from Anadolu University with a dissertation entitled “Developing Mobile Application Software to Support Language, Cognition, and Communication in Therapy for Individuals with Neurogenic Language Disorders.” He currently teaches “Neurolinguistics” and “Assessment and Therapy for Neurogenic Acquired Language Disorders” and develops innovative intervention programs to meet the speech–language rehabilitation needs of individuals with aphasia.

Davide Gabrielli is a PhD student in Computer Science at La Sapienza University of Rome, specializing in interpretable AI, anomaly detection, and adversarial robustness. His research focuses on developing explainable generative models and real-time anomaly detection systems, particularly in healthcare applications. Davide has contributed to projects leveraging large language models to enhance transparency in AI-assisted clinical decision-making and has co-authored publications on stress monitoring using time sequence data.