Projects

Plan D.Oiran – Integrated Sustainable Management System of Doirani Lake Ecosystem

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Under the EU-funded Plan D.Oiran project (Interreg IPA CBC Greece–North Macedonia 2014–2020), GAUSS Institute delivered expert services across three lots: strategic studies for the long-term development of the Doirani Lake area (Strategic Foresight, Scenario Analysis, and Long-Term Strategies); community awareness workshops for citizens and youth; and the design of the project’s visual identity and multilingual website. The project advanced cross-border environmental governance by combining rigorous research with participatory engagement and digital communication, contributing to a sustainable management framework for a shared natural ecosystem of regional significance.

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Cross4all – Digitalization of a Guide for Professionals

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As a subcontractor on the EU-funded Cross4all project (Interreg IPA CBC Greece–North Macedonia), GAUSS Institute digitized a professional Guide to accessibility for people with disabilities and vulnerable groups. We developed a bilingual (Macedonian–Greek) WordPress web portal and an Android mobile application, both fully compliant with the WCAG 2.1 accessibility standard and published for free public access. The platforms are hosted and maintained by the GAUSS Institute for at least 5 years.

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J-CROSS Project — Landslide Mapping and Dam Breaking Study for the Pelagonia Region

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Under the EU-funded J-CROSS project, GAUSS Institute developed two technical studies for the Pelagonia Region: a landslide mapping study analysing flood-triggered geohazards, and a dam-breaking risk assessment for the Strezevo Dam — the region’s most critical hydraulic structure. Delivered in November–December 2019 for the Center for Development of Pelagonia Planning Region, the studies combined field research, hydraulic modelling, and institutional analysis to support disaster risk reduction and emergency preparedness. Both outputs were prepared in line with EU External Actions visibility requirements, contributing to cross-border resilience-building between North Macedonia and Greece.

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Integrated Sustainable Environmental Management with Decision Support System Implementation

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The GAUSS Institute successfully led the EU-funded cross-border project “Integrated Sustainable Environmental Management with Decision Support System Implementation” (2011–2012, 43,040 EUR), implemented in partnership with the NEHEMIA Foundation (Albania) and University “Fan Stilian Noli” (Korca). As lead partner, GAUSS managed overall project coordination, developed an innovative web-based Decision Support System (DSS) for Sustainable Natural Resources Management, and produced bilingual educational materials, awareness campaigns, and a cross-border Natural Resources Inventory. The project pioneered the use of ICT-driven participatory decision-making in natural resources governance across the Macedonia–Albania border region.

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Economic and Social Stabilization Programme for Vulnerable Social Groups Residing in Border Communities (ESS)

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The consortium: ETC–Bitola and GAUSS Institute, implemented the research, training, and consultancy components of IOM’s Economic and Social Stabilization (ESS) Programme for Vulnerable Social Groups Residing in Border Communities. The Institute conducted an original study on the local economy and business potential of the Municipality of Bitola, delivered two rounds of business skills training to 19 beneficiaries, and provided 24 hours of individual consultancy to 12 participants before and after they launched their businesses. The project combined evidence-based research with hands-on capacity building to support entrepreneurship among socially vulnerable groups, with a strong focus on women’s economic empowerment in the Bitola border region.

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Strategy for Integration of the Information System of Municipality of Bitola

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GAUSS Institute developed the “Strategy for Integration of the Information System of Municipality of Bitola,” a comprehensive ICT modernization initiative focused on integrating municipal software systems, databases, and administrative procedures. The project included assessment of existing hardware and software infrastructure, analysis of operational workflows, and preparation of technical specifications for integrated document management, digital archiving, and financial monitoring systems. Implemented in cooperation with Municipality of Bitola and supported by the SPARK Foundation, the project established a strategic framework for digital transformation, interoperability, and improved public service delivery, positioning Bitola among the leading municipalities in digital governance and administrative modernization in North Macedonia.

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HIVE – From Games to Business

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HIVE – From Games to Business was an innovation and youth-employment project led by the GAUSS Institute in partnership with MAGDA and supported by the U.S. Embassy in Skopje. Through a dedicated accelerator space in Bitola, specialized mentoring, and five practical trainings, the project supported young game-development teams in turning ideas into market-ready products, strengthened entrepreneurial and digital skills, and demonstrated the potential of the video game industry as a driver of jobs, innovation, and creative enterprise in North Macedonia.

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BECircular – Building a Cross-Border Circular Economy

Circular Economy, Innovations, SMEs Support /

GAUSS Institute was responsible for establishing and operating the Entrepreneurship & Creativity (E&C) Centre in the Pelagonia region, providing business mentoring services to young graduates and entrepreneurs in the circular economy and bioeconomy sectors. Our responsibilities included the development of a joint cross-border study on the state of the circular economy, preparation of a Regional Action Plan for circular economy development in North Macedonia, design and delivery of five training cycles with mentoring/coaching for approximately 50 participants, supervision of two newly employed business mentors, and coordination of the development of 11 business plans for start-up companies. We also contributed to the techno-economic analysis and impact assessment of the E&C Centre.

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BalkanMed E-Business Pages (BalkanMed e-BP)

Digital Tools, Innovations, Projects, SMEs Support /

BalkanMed E-Business Pages (BalkanMed e-BP) — Interreg Balkan-Mediterranean 2014–2020 Transnational Cooperation Programme (Project Code: BMP1/1.1/2608/2017). Total project budget: €717,588.50. As Partner 4 in a five-country consortium (Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, North Macedonia, Albania), GAUSS Institute led the implementation of all project activities at national level, including the management and coordination of field researchers for SME data collection, organisation of a national business seminar, and contribution to the development of four cross-regional competitiveness tools (export analysis, good practices guide, cluster formation guidelines, and technology transfer guidelines). The project produced the BalkanMed e-BP Web Platform — a multilingual online marketplace connecting exporting SMEs, associations, and clusters across the Balkan-Mediterranean region — targeting a minimum of 1,000 registered SME profiles and 5,000 platform visits. The project demonstrated GAUSS Institute’s expertise in EU-funded project management, transnational research coordination, SME capacity building, and digital platform deployment within the Interreg framework.

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Renewable Power-to-Heat in Bitola Region

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Funding Programme: European Climate Initiative (EUKI), implemented by GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK)Project Reference: EUKI 23_063Implementation Period: November 2023 – October 2025Location: Bitola Region, North MacedoniaProject Website: p2h.gaussinstitute.org About the Project The Renewable Power-to-Heat in Bitola Region project addressed one of the most pressing energy

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