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16th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “Pavement Engineering towards Smart Cities”

17/09/2026 Date: 30 October 2026

The 16th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “Pavement Engineering towards Smart Cities” will be held as a joint online meeting on Friday 30th October 2026, 12:00 – 14:00 CET.

Representatives from the EULiST member universities will deliver 5-minute presentations on the following indicative topics:

Circularity & low-carbon (reclaimed asphalt pavements, bio-binders, warm-mix, piezoelectric materials)
Climate adaptation (permeable, cool pavements)
Smart sensing (embedded & non-destructive testing sensors)
Digital twins (data-driven/predictive pavement maintenance, Artificial Intelligence)
Mobility & safety (friction, roughness)
Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) of pavements (environmental and social impact)
Urban environmental monitoring (flooding, noise, air quality, urban microclimate)

This event will be followed by a 10-minute conversation to encourage more research partnerships.

A review of the main results and a presentation of the next actions will wrap up the session.

To attend: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfecqChCujiUtLeLFjg-rU-stIHjKKNr8yZJOd7fCxOGcDSug/viewform?usp=send_form

For more information regarding the event, contact Prof. Christina Plati (cplati@central.ntua.gr)

Navigating the World of Open Access Publishing: A hands-on Introduction for Early-Career Researchers

17/09/2026 Deadline: 4 November 2026

Open Access has emerged as a significant topic across all academic disciplines, representing free and unrestricted access to scientific information. It stands as a central objective within Europe’s science strategy and high on EULiST’s agenda, as legally sharing information enhances international cooperation across institutional boundaries.

This course introduces early career researchers to key principles and practices of scholarly publishing and Open Access, enabling participants to critically reflect upon and enhance their publication strategies for dissertations and other scholarly outputs. It combines extensive self-study with two synchronous online seminar sessions. The workload is approximately 27 hours an includes completing small assignments.

In the first interactive online session, the participants will meet one another and gain an overview of the course topics. The subsequent self-study phase, lasting several weeks, includes seven video modules (10-20 minutes each), in German with English subtitles, covering copyright and licenses, visibility and metrics, Open Access transformation, preprints, and predatory publishing (see the online modules). Participants will also research Open Access policies and publishing services relevant to their own disciplines and countries. The second synchronous session offers direct Q&A with experts and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.

The course is jointly provided by TIB Hannover and TU Wien and is open to all early career researchers from EULiST partner universities.

For questions, please contact: Deborah.Sielert[at]tib.eu

Working language: English
Registration deadline: November 4, 2026
Trainer: Dr. Deborah Sielert + Dr. Stefan Schmeja, Technische Informationsbibliothek (TIB) & Sarah C. Krassnig + Christoph Hornung, TU Wien
Course number: EULiST_2

Dr. Deborah Sielert studied “Gender&Ethnicity” at Utrecht University and earned her doctorate in sociology at LUH. She now works as an Open Access Counselor at TIB, with a focus on supporting the European University Alliance “EULiST”.

Dr. Stefan Schmeja earned his doctorate in astrophysics and subsequently worked in research. Since 2015, he has been working in the Publications Services Department at TIB, advising on all matters relating to scholarly publishing and open access.

Sarah C. Krassnig is a librarian in the Publication Service section of TU Wien Library and specializes in open access. After finishing her Ph.D. in molecular toxicology, she initially worked in the pharma industry, where she gained experience as a project manager.

Christoph Hornung leads SG Publication Services at TU Wien Bibliothek and has extensive experience with Open Access projects, science communication, and guidance on academic publishing.

Erasmus+ Traineeship Opportunity at DEK Research & Development Center

16/09/2026

Join our R&D team in Brno, Czech Republic

Are you a university student in a technical field looking for a practical Erasmus+ traineeship? Would you like to gain hands-on experience in a real research and development environment and work on projects connected to industry?

Our Research & Development Center in Brno, Czech Republic, welcomes students from a wide range of technical disciplines, including civil and structural engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, IT, and other related fields.

Since our R&D activities cover a broad range of topics, the specific focus of the traineeship is not predefined. We aim to find a suitable area of work based on each student’s studies, skills and interests.

About DEK and our R&D Center – DERIC

DEK is a Czech group of companies operating primarily in the construction industry. Its activities include the distribution of construction materials, technical and consulting services, design and engineering, and the development and production of construction-related products and solutions.

The DEK Experimental Research Innovation Center (DERIC) is DEK’s research and development centre located in Brno. We focus on experimental research, material testing, product development and technical methodologies, connecting research with practical applications in the construction industry. We also cooperate closely with universities, companies and other technical partners.

Our facilities include a wide range of technical and laboratory equipment used for testing, measurements and experimental work. Students can therefore become involved in real experiments, preparation of test specimens, measurements, data processing and other R&D activities.

What can you expect?

You will become part of a young and friendly team, where students are already an active part of our everyday work. We are looking for proactive and curious people who are not afraid to learn by doing.

The traineeship is strongly hands-on. A significant part of the work is based around laboratory and technical activities rather than purely theoretical or office-based work. You can expect to work with equipment, prepare samples and test specimens, perform measurements and experiments, analyse data, and support ongoing R&D projects.

Erasmus+ traineeship

We are primarily looking for students interested in traineeships lasting 3 months or longer. The exact duration and specific activities can be agreed individually based on the student’s study programme and our current projects.

If you are interested in joining us, send us a short introduction about yourself, your field of study, the period you would like to spend in Brno, and what you would like to learn or work on during your traineeship.

Location: Brno, Czech Republic
Organisation: DEK – DEK Experimental Research Innovation Center (DERIC)
Field: Research & Development / Engineering / Experimental Research

Erasmus+ KA2: Let’s connect and develop new European projects

16/09/2026

What if our next European project started with a conversation?

On 5 November, International Cooperation Projects Committee invites you to an online session dedicated to meeting, exchanging ideas and exploring the opportunities offered by Erasmus+ KA2 for partnership projects.

The aim? To explore Erasmus + opportunities and new cooperation ideas.

Ideas, partners, future projects

This session will be an opportunity to:

discover the possibilities offered by Erasmus+ KA2 partnership projects;
share your areas of interest, cooperation opportunities or initial project ideas;
meet teams interested in similar topics;
identify new opportunities for European collaboration together.

You don’t need to have a fully developed project to join! An idea, a topic you would like to explore, or simply an interest in developing new European collaborations is enough.
The webinar consists of two parts: the first focuses on Erasmus+ calls, while the second is a hands-on session to help you turn your project idea into a submission. You can register for both or select the one that interests you most.

5 November 2026, 2pm | Online

→ Register and meet your future project partners: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/4PY3xctXTw

Connection details will be sent to registered participants before the webinar.

From the EULiST BIP to Scientific Research: «Integrated 3D Documentation of Cultural Heritage Using Photogrammetry and SLAM»

16/09/2026

A research outcome of the BIP “Point Clouds for Society: Cultural Heritage, Infrastructure, and Environment”, held on 21-26 April, in Athens-Greece.

The collaborative work carried out during this EULiST Blended Intensive Program (BIP) has led to a new scientific publication in the ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information.

The paper, entitled “Integrating Photogrammetry and SLAM for the 3D Geometric Documentation of Cultural Heritage Monuments: A Reproducible Multi-Sensor Workflow Supported by an Open Dataset”, presents the results of the 3D documentation activities conducted at the Holy Monastery of St. John the Hunter (Agios Ioannis Kynigos) in Attica, Greece, during the BIP.

The study investigates the complementary use of photogrammetry and SLAM technology for the three-dimensional geometric documentation of complex cultural heritage monuments. By combining UAV and terrestrial photogrammetry with SLAM-based mapping and geodetic control, the research develops an integrated workflow for documenting both exterior and interior spaces and evaluates the geometric consistency of the resulting point clouds.

A key outcome of the work is the CH-PhotoSLAM3D open dataset, which brings together multi-sensor data and derived products from the case study and is intended to support reproducibility and further research in 3D cultural heritage documentation.

The publication represents a significant scientific outcome of the EULiST BIP, demonstrating how international collaboration, hands-on learning and field-based research can develop into a peer-reviewed scientific contribution and a reusable research resource.

The BIP was hosted by the School of Rural, Surveying and Geoinformatics Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), within the EULiST Alliance, with scientific coordination by Prof. Efi Dimopoulou. The programme brought together students and academics from five EULiST partner universities and combined lectures, fieldwork, data processing and collaborative research activities.

Scientific publication:

Verykokou, S., Nikolitsas, K., Piniotis, G., Chliverou, R., & Dimopoulou, E. (2026). Integrating Photogrammetry and SLAM for the 3D Geometric Documentation of Cultural Heritage Monuments: A Reproducible Multi-Sensor Workflow Supported by an Open Dataset. ISPRS International Journal of Geo-Information, 15, 404. DOI: 10.3390/ijgi15090404.

Three Days of Inspiration, Networking, and Connection: Our Alliance at EAIE 2026 in Glasgow

16/09/2026

Over three demanding yet rewarding days, we had the opportunity to present our main goals, celebrate our achievements so far, and highlight the passionate people working behind the scenes to make it all happen.

Key Highlights from EAIE 2026:

Among Leaders in European Education: We joined more than 30 European University Alliances in Glasgow. Together, we shared our major achievements over the past year and showcased how our alliances are shaping the future of higher education.
Inspiring Sessions & EC Presentations: Beyond attending dozens of insightful discussions and workshops on international cooperation, teaching innovation, and student mobility, we participated in discussions and presentations at the European Commission booth. There, the FOREU4ALL initiative — of which EULiST is a proud part — was actively presented.

In-Person FOREU4ALL Meetings: A major milestone was connecting face-to-face within the FOREU4ALL community. On-site, we gathered with colleagues from the Communication Topical Group to exchange practical experiences and strategy.

Showcasing Our Latest News: We presented key updates from our alliance, including our upcoming flagship conference, “Make Science Matter”, and the “EULiST Course Catalog” — offering students flexible educational opportunities across partner universities.

A huge thank you to everyone who represented our alliance at our booth and helped spread the EULiST mission, as well as to all partners and colleagues for the inspiring conversations!

Registration Now Open: RM-SLO-PLUS-HUB Training Package

02/09/2026 Date: 21-22 September 2026

Registration is now open for the RM-SLO-PLUS-HUB Training Package, a two-day online programme designed to strengthen knowledge and practical skills related to the Social License to Operate (SLO) in the European raw materials sector.

Building on the success of the RM-SLO-PLUS-HUB webinar series, this training package provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder engagement, ESG principles, and sustainable practices essential for responsible raw materials projects.

Training Details

Dates: 21–22 September 2026
Format: Online
Delivered by leading European experts and project partners

What You Will Learn

Participants will gain practical knowledge on:

Social License to Operate (SLO) concepts and implementation
Stakeholder engagement and effective communication strategies
ESG principles and sustainability in the raw materials sector
Best practice examples from across Europe
Practical tools for responsible and sustainable project development

The programme is intended for students, researchers, industry professionals, public authorities, policymakers, NGOs, and all stakeholders interested in responsible raw materials management and sustainable development.

Register Now

Complete the registration form to reserve your place and join experts and professionals from across Europe in advancing knowledge and best practices on Social License to Operate.

👉 https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EventParticipation/EventPublic/d62c2edc-1d58-49a4-b1d6-890e81519edb?displayId=Fin3705242

Delivered by: LUT University
Supported by: EIT RawMaterials

Discover Academic Life Across the EULiST Alliance – New Episodes of “Taking Your Academic Career Abroad”

01/09/2026

Ever wondered what a career in academia looks like at one of our EULiST partner universities? Our podcast series “Taking Your Academic Career Abroad” takes you there — one conversation at a time.

In this series, professors and researchers from around the world talk openly about their career paths, the realities of academic systems in their countries, and what it really means to build a life in research abroad. Several episodes zoom in specifically on universities from the European University Alliance EULiST, giving doctoral candidates and postdocs at Leibniz University Hannover a first-hand, insider look at the academic cultures of our closest European partners.

Meet Our EULiST Guests

Episode 3 — Taking Your Academic Career Abroad to Italy with Dr. Matteo Ardini (32 min) A postdoc and researcher in Biochemistry, Structural Biology and Bionanotechnology at the University of L’Aquila, Dr. Ardini shares what it’s like to navigate the Italian “tenure track postdoc” position, work with tighter funding than in Germany, and pursue the national scientific habilitation — a path quite different from the German route to a professorship.

Episode 5 — Taking Your Academic Career Abroad to Germany with Dr. Kerstin Schäfer (34 min) This episode turns the lens on our own EULiST site: Leibniz University Hannover. Dr. Schäfer, now an assistant professor in the Netherlands and formerly a PhD student and postdoc here in Hannover, talks about strategically planning a postdoc career, securing prestigious funding, and making the most of international opportunities along the way.

Episode 6 — Taking Your Academic Career Abroad to Sweden with Prof. Dr. Lucia Naldi (30 min) A business administration expert and former vice president for early career researchers at Jönköping University, Prof. Naldi walks us through Sweden’s academic career path, the opportunities open to PhD students and postdocs there, and her own journey to a professorship.

Why Listen?

Get an authentic, personal perspective on academic careers within the EULiST network
Compare career structures, funding systems, and qualification paths across Italy, Sweden, and Germany
Pick up practical insights if you’re considering a research stay or career move within the alliance

All episodes are available on Spotify — find the full series and more information on the Graduate Academy website.

A joint production of the International Office and the Graduate Academy, Leibniz University Hannover.

EULiST Blended Intensive Program: «Advances in Sustainable Building Energy Technologies and Smart Decarbonisation»

31/07/2026 Date: September - October 2026

On site: 16 – 24 October 2026, Athens, NTUA
On line: 28 September, 5 & 12 October 2026

The National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) is organizing this program in cooperation with Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT), TU Wien (TUW), Brno University of Technology (BUT), Jönköping University (JU), Leibniz University Hannover (LUH), Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STU), University L’Aquila (UnivAQ), Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) and Technical University Munich (TUM).

Participating academics and teaching staff members will share their expertise on sustainable building energy technologies, advanced heating and cooling systems, building energy simulation, smart digital methods, and decarbonization strategies. The virtual sessions prepare students for the practical onsite workshops, technical visits, and group projects.

Date-Place

Interactive online teaching: Mondays, 28 September, 5 October, and 12 October 2026 (14:00 – 17:00 CEST)
On-site teaching: 16 – 24 October 2026, Athens – Greece (NTUA)
Project presentations: 24 October 2026

The virtual component ensures that all participants share a common background before arriving in Athens. It introduces core concepts in energy performance, decarbonisation, HVAC technologies and sustainable building systems, and prepares students for the practical onsite workshops, technical visits and DesignBuilder-based group project. The virtual sessions therefore function as the conceptual foundation of the BIP and support the integration of online learning with the intensive face-to-face programme.

Target Audience Undergraduate students (after the 2nd year of studies) and postgraduate/Master level students. The program is particularly relevant for students in fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Design, and related STEM disciplines.

Objectives and description This course address the role of buildings and HVAC systems in energy consumption and emissions, energy performance indicators, heat pump technologies, systems, natural refrigerants, passive strategies, nZEB principles, LEED-certified buildings, and AI applications in building energy systems.

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

Gain practical skills in building energy modelling using DesignBuilder.
Evaluate sustainable heating, cooling, and low-GWP strategies.
Develop smart, sustainable, and low-carbon building solutions.
Apply ASHRAE standards, nZEB concepts, and AI techniques in building energy systems.

Number of ECTS: 4 ECTS

Language of instruction: English (minimum B1 level required)

Pre-Requirements / Criteria

Undergraduate (after 2nd year) or postgraduate student
Certificate of studies (GPA and field of study will be considered)
English language proficiency (at least B1 level)
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Motivation letter

Application, deadline and nomination procedure Interested students should submit their application to their home university’s Erasmus office within the defined application period (deadline for applications: August 27, 2026). Selections will be carried out by the students’ home institutions.

Additional Information / Support

Financial support: Participating students will receive mobility funding from their sending universities, with potential additional support for green travel.
Local support: Free meals card for lunch and dinner at NTUA’s restaurants and suggested low-cost accommodation options near NTUA campuses.
Contact: Assist. Prof. Tryfon Roumpedakis (troumpedak@central.ntua.gr) / Prof. Irene Koronaki (koronaki@central.ntua.gr).

Informative leaflet

EULiST Webinar on professional faculty development: Training Skeptical Intelligence for the Age of Generative AI

31/07/2026 Date: 25 November 2026

EULiST is pleased to invite members of its academic community to an upcoming webinar focused on innovation in higher education teaching.

This cross-disciplinary workshop is designed to equip university faculty with the tools to co-design learning environments where students transition from passive consumers of AI prompts to active researchers. By using the structure of a scientific paper as a pedagogical simulator, the session offers a concrete methodology to foster critical thinking and manage the functional risks of generative AI.

The webinar focuses on building a crucial soft skill for the modern era: investigative capacity—the ability to question, audit, and co-create with machines through deep knowledge and critical engagement.

Event Details

Topic: Don’t Ask – Investigate: Training Skeptical Intelligence for the Age of Generative AI
Speakers: Virginia Ramírez Herrero & María Torrejón Ramos (Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Madrid)
Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM (CET)

How to Join
The webinar will take place online via the LUH Stud.IP platform. Registration is required for participation and is completely free of charge.

Log in to the LUH Stud.IP Platform using your EULiST credentials.
Search for “EULiST Webinars”.
Join the working group and access the session via BigBlueButton.

Join in and gain new perspectives for your teaching!