The KIM Conference, held on June 7, 2017, at Palau Macaya in Barcelona, focused on the social changes driven by innovation. It featured various sessions on topics such as high social impact innovations, robotics and Industry 4.0, and the evolution of traditional materials into smart materials, with presentations from industry leaders and networking opportunities. The event also included live experiments and project showcases aimed at promoting collaboration among institutional representatives, large companies, SMEs, and entrepreneurs.