Sonda and University of Rijeka launch creative and academic initiatives

Sonda Creative Center has launched the fifth edition of its ‘Designed by People’ program in partnership with Klara Marić, a traditional Istrian pasta manufacturer. The initiative seeks six creators to develop a new product concept, including shape, name, and visual identity. Participants will receive mentorship from design experts through a seven-phase process. Applications are open until September 21, 2026, and the program is free for adults regardless of prior design experience.

Separately, the University of Rijeka Foundation, in collaboration with Alarm Automatika d. o. o. and Montelektro d. o. o., has announced a call for the 2026 Knowledge Transfer Award. The competition offers a 3,000 euro prize for the best example of transferring academic knowledge into the economy or wider community. Eligible projects include business consultancy, contract research, and technology transfer. Applications are accepted until October 10, 2026.