PhD Students Invited to Apply for T4EU First-Time Researchers Academy

The Transform4Europe University Alliance (T4EU) invites doctoral students to participate in the T4EU First-Time Researchers Academy, a training programme which will take place on 17–21 November at the Catholic University of Portugal in Lisbon. Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered for selected participants. Registration deadline is September 30th.
The “First-Time Researcher Programme”, a hybrid-format training initiative aims to integrate transversal skills, specialised knowledge, and career development opportunities. The programme will hopefully draw on expertise from all member universities and align with the T4EU’s mission to foster excellence, inclusivity, and mobility across diverse scientific fields.
Agenda Highlights
- Monday (November 17th, afternoon): Opening and Keynote “Challenges to Research Freedom, Security, and Integrity”
- Tuesday (November 18th): Seminar on Open Science, Visit to Library, and Seminar on Databases
- Wednesday (November 19th): Masterclass on Research Design with Idea Puzzle and Seminar on International Academic Writing
- Thursday (November 20th): Masterclass on Research Impact, Communication, and Media, and Sessions on Mental Health
- Friday (November 21st, morning): Masterclass on Leadership and Entrepreneurship, Seminar on Building Research Networks, and Closing Session
For more information, contact the VMU T4EU Team at Transform4Europe@vdu.lt.