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Entrepreneurship for Scientists Masterclass Series (E4S), Workshop at TU Wien, 12 June 2025

11/06/2025

E4s – Mastering Investor Engagement: Strategies for Success

Speaker: Nina Wöss

Date and time: June 12, 2025, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm CET

Location: TU Wien, Vienna, Austria

Language: English

Why you should join:

The workshop is designed to help scientists to navigate the vital process of engaging with investors at the early stages of entrepreneurship. In this session, we’ll uncover the significance of establishing connections with potential investors and learn what truly captures their interest. Discover the investment process and why building these relationships early can be a game-changer for your scientific endeavors. We’ll explore what investors are really looking for, and provide you with practical strategies for preparing for these crucial conversations.

Whether you’re planning your first pitch or simply you are curious about venture capital, this session will help you approach investor meetings with clarity and confidence.

For more information and to reserve your spot visit this page.

Don’t miss this opportunity!

ELMO-LION European PhD Course and Summer School in Battery Technology and Innovation

02/04/2025 Deadline: April 15, 2025

ELMO-LION (Educational Learning Modules on Li-ION batteries) is a new European PhD course and Summer School in battery technology and innovation, which is co-funded by EIT Raw Materials, focused on Li-ion batteries.

The program offers 6 ECTS credits and is structured into three modules:

Online Lectures: Eight two-hour digital lectures delivered by renowned battery experts, covering topics such as battery material synthesis, spectroscopic studies, first-principles modeling, diagnostics, reuse, recycling, and the battery market. The participation fee is 50€.
Project Work: Students will address real-world challenges provided by industrial partners, developing solutions through literature review and original ideas. These projects are conducted remotely under mentor supervision, culminating in a written report. The participation fee is 50€.
Summer School: Held in Padova, Italy, from July 28^th to August 1^st, 2025, this five-day event features lectures and seminars by industry and academic experts, workshops on securing startup funding, and collaborative project development with supervision from both sectors. The participation fee is 450€, which includes lectures and seminars, accommodation for 4 nights, lunches, coffee breaks, and a banquet.

Application deadline for all modules: April 15, 2025

For additional details and registration, please visit the website: https://elmo-lion.com

Academic Life Coaching: Open On-site Workshop for PhD students at TUW, 27 and 28 March 2025

06/02/2025 Deadline: February 27, 2025

The TU Wien DOC School cordially invites the EULiST PhD students to attend the 2-day Workshop “Academic Life Coaching” to be held in-person:

TU Wien / Karlsplatz 13, Seminar room AE U1-3 (AEU115)	27.03.25, 10:00	17:00
TU Wien /Karlsplatz 13, Seminar room AE U1-2 (AEU107)	28.03.25, 10:00	17:00

Academic Life Coaching focuses on helping doctoral students navigate the challenges of academic life, fostering both personal and professional growth. It involves guiding individuals in setting and achieving their academic and career goals, improving time management, building resilience, and enhancing overall well-being. The coach supports doctoral students in balancing their research with personal life, overcoming stress, and developing effective communication and decision-making skills. The aim is to empower individuals to thrive in their academic journey while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

We have 5 spots available at the moment.

Enrolled PhD students from the EULiST partner Universities can sign up for the workshop by e-mail to tuwdoc@tuwien.ac.at and with a copy of their PhD enrollment at their respective Universities.

Deadline for registration: February 27, 2025

Please note that TUW only covers the coffee breaks and lunch. Travel and accommodation expenses are NOT covered by TUW.

Training Course for Doctoral Candidates at URJC, 3 April 2025

06/02/2025 Deadline: March 3, 2025

Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC), as part of the EULiST Alliance, is excited to announce an upcoming training activity for doctoral students organized by our International Doctoral School (EID).

This initiative represents a significant step in fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among our partner institutions. Five spots have been reserved exclusively for EULiST doctoral students, creating a unique opportunity for cross-border academic development.

Interested doctoral students from EULiST partner universities are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity. Enrollment in the activity does not automatically guarantee a spot. To participate in the selection process, it is mandatory to upload the PDF with the answers to the questionnaire that you will find at the link https://forms.office.com/e/d8TWeYB4MX or by scanning the QR code in this application.

Available spots: 15. Five spots have been reserved exclusively for EULiST doctoral students.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Type: Transversal
Modality: Hybrid
Location: A link will be provided through MS TEAMS for students from other universities belonging to EULIST Alliance.
Date: April 3, 2025 (10:00 AM to 12:30 PM)

Contents: This activity provides keys to effectively use three principles for the internationalization of your research: publication in international journals, attendance of international meetings, international mobility. This is an interactive activity with analysis of the cases of the participants. The activity focuses on three topics:

How to focus the introductions of your articles so that they are attractive to an international audience and exploration of suitable journals to submit your articles to.
Strategy for attending international conferences in a productive way, which increases your network of contacts and your visibility in the scientific community.
Strategy for choosing a suitable international research group to carry out a predoctoral stay and strategic planning so that the stay is productive.

Control Procedure:

To pass the activity, in addition to attendance, each attendee must develop a small internationalization plan that includes:

The contextualization of your thesis topic in a research problem of general interest,
The identification of international scientific journals in which you will try to publish your research,
The identification of prestigious international conferences in which you can present your research and the development of a plan with objectives to achieve in case of attendance and,
The identification of a prestigious international research group in which consider making a stay and elaboration of a plan with objectives to develop during that stay.

Finding connections: Building a Network for Career Collaborations: On-site course for Doctoral and Postdoctoral students at LUH, 17 and 18 January 2025

18/12/2024

The Leibniz University of Hannover (LUH) invites doctoral and postdoctoral students from all EULiST partner institutions to participate in an on-site workshop designed to elevate their networking skills: “Finding connections: Building a Network for Career Collaborations”.

Course details:

Date: Friday, January 17 and Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 3 pm – 6:30 pm and 9 am – 4:30 pm
Trainer: Rob Thompson, RTTA – soft skills for real results

During the workshop you will have the opportunity to:

Make a high impact on potential employers or collaboration partners making them more likely to want to work with you.
Become the “preferred candidate” or even have positions created specifically for you.
Access the hidden job market of unadvertised positions when job hunting.
Gather the information needed to aid the job hunt and salary negotiations.
Gather the information needed to help you plan your ideal career.
Give yourself the edge over others who use the more usual methods of contacting people.
Actively manage the progress of your search.
Reliably find an institute or group that is right for you to collaborate with.
Job hunt in a way that is interesting and not demoralising.

Join this workshop to master effective methods for building connections, identifying your ideal career path, and standing out in the job market.

You can find more information about the course and the registration here.

PRO-SLO PhD School on 3-7 February and 7-11 April 2025, Call for Applications

29/11/2024 Deadline: December 15, 2024

Become Europe’s next expert!

On behalf of the EIT RawMaterials RIS Hub Greece, we are excited to announce the Call for Applications for the PRO-SLO School for PhD students who are determined to make a difference in the raw materials sector. This specialized education program aims to help PhD students tackle complex issues of Social License to Operate (SLO).

Apply by December 15, 2024: Apply Here

Program Details:

Online Sessions: February 3-7, 2025

- Comprehensive coverage of basic SLO principles from legal, societal, ethical, and environmental perspectives.
- Interactive learning with sessions not exceeding 3 hours per day.

Mentorship Period:

Following the online sessions, regular online meetings with mentors to discuss and prepare for the case study.

On-Site Immersion: April 7-11, 2025
- Location: Adriatic Metals, Vareš, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Practical Case-Study to develop SLO methodologies with support from academic and industry mentors.

Get ready for:

An in-depth understanding of the concept and principles of SLO in the mining industry.
Insights into stakeholder dynamics and community interactions to establish a legitimate SLO.
Beginner-friendly learning, no prior experience required.
Free participation for all selected students.
4 ECTS credits, a certificate and inclusion to EIT Alumni and employment database

The PRO-SLO school aims to deepen your understanding of societal, ethical, and environmental issues in the raw materials sector, fostering sustainable and socially responsible practices.

ℹ️ More information is posted regularly on the program’s official website: https://proslo.eu/news

Contact Email: info@pro-slo.eu

Live Course on “The Power of Networking for Scientists and Engineers” for PhD students, at TUW, 29 November 2024

26/11/2024

Live Course on “The Power of Networking for Scientists and Engineers” for PhD students, at TUW, 29 November 2024

The Technical University of Vienna (TUW) invites PhD students to participate in a full-day, in-person workshop designed to elevate your communication skills: “The Power of Networking for Scientists and Engineers”.

Course Details:

Date: Friday, 29 November 2024
Time: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM CET
Location: TU Wien, Seminarraum AD 0117, Karlsplatz 13, 1040 Vienna

This workshop is exclusively open to PhD students from all EULiST Partner Institutions, with only 5 spots available.

During this engaging session, participants will:

✔️ IDENTIFY THEIR PERSONAL MOTIVATIONS: To get crystal clear about their very own networking goals.

✔️ LEARN ABOUT THE NEW “PEOPLE-FIRST” WAY OF NETWORKING: So connecting with others is less awkward, never fake, and meant to last.

✔️ BECOME CLEAR ABOUT RELEVANT PLAYERS IN THEIR NETWORK: By analyzing who is vs. who should be in their network, and whom to focus future efforts on.

✔️ PINPOINT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROACTIVE OUTREACH: So they can strategically expand their network and not leave their circle of support up to chance.

✔️ BUILD A PLAN TO DIVERSIFY THEIR CONNECTIONS: To enjoy a differentiated set of backgrounds, opinions, skills, experiences, and reach.

✔️ PLAN FOR THE LONG RUN: By understanding how to build and nurture strong and meaningful relationships that last.

✔️ DEVELOP THEIR OWN PERSONAL NETWORKING STRATEGY: Based on tried and practiced insights and directed by hands-on exercises in their workbook.

Registration:
Secure your spot by emailing tuwdoc@tuwien.ac.at.

Join this workshop to unlock the transformative power of professional networking and build meaningful connections that will support your academic and career journey.

More information can be found in the attached document.

Course on “Proposal writing at Horizon Europe” organised by the URJC, 02/12/2024 – 15, 16, 22 and 23 January 2025, Online format

07/11/2024 Deadline: November 18, 2024

The Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), as a partner of EULiST invites two members of the EULiST Alliance per university to participate in 16 hours on-line “Preparing R&D + i Projects Horizon Europe” course.

Why take this course?

Taking a course in writing innovation and research projects for Horizon Europe is crucial for those who want to exploit the potential of this new framework programme, which has a budget of €97.6 billion. With Horizon Europe, the European Union has introduced important changes compared to Horizon 2020, such as new pillars, sub-programmes and quality criteria aimed at increasing the impact of R&D&I projects at European and international level. This course will enable participants to learn about these changes and draw on the lessons of the previous programme, helping them to understand how to get involved in key processes such as consultations, missions and partnerships.

In addition, the training provided in this course will help to develop the skills and competences needed to prepare competitive proposals adapted to the new Horizon Europe guidelines. Participants will learn how to identify impacts, update the scientific and industrial state of the art and apply the new European criteria in market-oriented projects. This is essential in such a competitive context, where mastering the technical and strategic aspects can be decisive for success in obtaining funding and international cooperation in research and innovation.

In this way, the course objectives will be covered:

You will know the pillars, subprograms and actions of Horizon Europe.
You will become familiar with its new entities and financing instruments.
You will develop a set of skills and capacities that will allow you to explore new opportunities and optimize your financing strategy for R+D + i 2021-2027.
You will discover and understand the new Horizon Europe quality criteria, its strategic priorities and the success factors for writing and submitting competitive proposals.
You will become familiar with new terms, tools and technicalities Horizon Europe.

OTHER INFORMATION:

The course is free of charge and takes place online according to the following CET time schedule:

Monday 2.12(2024): from 14:30h to 17:30h
Tuesday 15.01: from 14:30h to 18:00h
Wednesday 16.01: from 14:30h to 17:30h
Tuesday 22.01: from 14:30h to 18:00h
Wednesday 23.01: from 14:30h to 17:30h

You can find the full program of the course by clicking on this link.

Please contact your local EULiST coordinator before 18th November if you are interested in participating.

Course on ‘Horizon Europe Programme’ organised by the URJC – 5, 7 and 12 November 2024, Online format

17/10/2024 Deadline: October 23, 2024

Course on ‘ Horizon Europe Programme’ organised by the URJC

5, 7 and 12 November 2024

Online format

Application deadline: October 23^rd, 2024

The Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), as a partner of EULiST invites two members of the EULiST Alliance per university to participate in the three-day (8 hours) online course “Horizon Europe Programme, Management and Reporting: A Practical Overview”.

It is important to know about the Horizon Europe programme because this initiative aims to strengthen the EU’s scientific and technological base, address key priorities such as the environmental and digital transitions, contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals and boost competitiveness with a budget of €95.5 billion. Horizon Europe is based on three pillars Excellent Science, supporting scientific leadership through high quality projects and researcher mobility; Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, funding innovation in areas such as health, climate and energy; and Innovative Europe, driving breakthrough innovation and creating new market opportunities through the European Innovation Council.

The objectives of this course are:

Familiarize participants with Horizon Europe funding opportunities and how to select the most appropriate sub-programmes for their R&D&I projects.
Provide tools to interpret Work Programs and Topics, optimising their funding strategy and approach to ideas according to the type of action of the program.
Develop key skills to explore opportunities using the new terms, tools and technical aspects of Horizon Europe.

OTHER INFORMATION:

The course is free of charge and takes place online according to the following schedule (CET Time):

Tuesday 5.11: from 15:00h to 17:30h
Thursday 7.11: from 15:00h to 17:30h
Tuesday 12.11: from 15:00h to 18:00h

You can find the full program of the course by clicking on this link.

Please contact your local EULiST coordinator before 23rd October if you are interested in participating.

Course on ‘PROJECT MANAGEMENT: PMI of PMBOOK and Scrum’

30/09/2024

Course on ‘PROJECT MANAGEMENT: PMI of PMBOOK and Scrum’ organised by the URJC

14, 17 and 18 October

Online format

The Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) as a partner of EULiST invites two members of the EULiST Alliance per university to participate in the three-day (16 hours) online PMI course. This training is of great interest to project managers as PMBOK stands for Project Management Body of Knowledge and is a process-based project management methodology (actually a framework, but more on that later) developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI). It is a collection of project management processes, best practices, terminologies, guidelines and tools that are accepted as standard within project management and is the most popular certification.

The course consists of 30% theory, explaining the principles, processes, best practices, tools and techniques. The remaining 70% will be practical, applied to real projects by teams of 3 or 4 participants. In this way, the course objectives will be covered:

Master basic project management skills, concepts and techniques.
Link project goals and objectives to clear and compelling stakeholder needs.
Apply different planning methods (schedules, dashboards, curves, …).
Set realistic and measurable objectives and ensure positive results.
Define and estimate project deliverables or MVPs, costs and schedules using simple and proven participative techniques.
Set up a reliable project monitoring and tracking system.

OTHER INFORMATION:

The course is free of charge and takes place online according to the following schedule: