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Join us at the 2024 Eurodoc Annual Conference! The two-day conference will focus on the conditions of early career researchers (ECRs), particularly doctoral candidates. 🗓️ 4-5 June 2024 📍 Ljubljana, Slovenia Register now! https://buff.ly/3UN2e7o The Eurodoc Conference 2024 – Towards a United European Research Area: The Ljubljana process and beyond – is organised by Eurodoc and the Young Academy of Slovenia (@mlada-akademija), with support of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Slovenia and the University of Ljubljana

📗 Today Pil Maria Saugmann, Eurodoc's president, attends the meeting of LERUs Doctoral studies group. Looking forward to conversation of what will shape the future of academia ❗

🎉The new term's first Bologna Follow-Up Group Meeting occurred in Hungary! 💠 On September 26-27, our Member Aleksandra Lewandowska represented Eurodoc at the first Bologna Follow-Up Group Meeting of the new 2024-2027 term in Budapest. 📗 The meeting focused on adopting a new Work Programmeto implementg the commitments of the Tirana Communiqué. Key discussions revolved around strategic directions for the European Higher Education Area - EHEA, including internationalisation, mobility, fundamental values, and global cooperation. ✅ Participants brainstormed plans for the working groups and shared national actions in progress to implement the Tirana Communiqué. 💻 This productive meeting set the stage for collaborative efforts in advancing key priorities for the future of the European Higher Education Area 🎓 #tiaracommunique #EHEA #internationalisation #mobility #we_are_eurodoc

📕 ERA Forum   👉 „European Research Area: Fostering Greater Integration. Advancing Competitiveness”, organized in Brussels on 18-19 September 2024, was dedicated to discussing lessons learnt and reflecting on challenges for ERA's future. Norbert Bencze, General Board Member, represented Eurodoc. 👩💻 "What would be your dream for the future of ERA?" On the panel focused on future goals on the ERA Forum, Anneke Kastelein from our member organization, PNN, highlighted the need for financial stability and full rewards for ECRs working with passion in research and innovation.   💻“Europe is changing, as universities are changing, too.” At the ERA Forum, Sebastian Dahle, Eurodoc Advisory Board Member, pointed out that changes in higher education and research take time. Still, we must keep up with monitoring and advocating for ERA's future.   #EUResearchArea #ResearchImpactEU

📣  Just released: a joint statement on the Horizon Europe interim evaluation!  The European Council for Doctoral Candidates Junior Researchers (@Eurodoc) and @Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) welcome the independent expert group’s recommendations to strengthen #HorizonEU and its successor.  We particularly support the call for: 🔹 Increasing the budget to strengthen the European R&I landscape 🔹 Ensuring the independence of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (#MSCA) 🔹 Improving career prospects and conditions for researchers 🔹 Simplifying the application process and modernising research assessment based on the CoARA principles  🔹 Empowering the research and innovation community to uphold democratic values in their work  🔗 Read the statement: https://lnkd.in/eZwYVcGi Pil Maria Saugmann, Nicola Dengo, Hannah Schoch, Manca Lunder, Norbert Bencze, Karl Kilbo Edlund, Magali Weissgerber

❗ Eurodoc response on the Future of FP10 and ERC 👩💻 👩🎓 The European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers (Eurodoc) just released the “Eurodoc response on the Future of FP10 and ERC”: The response addresses the consequences of the European Commission’s plan to restructure the organisation of R&I funding as reported in ScienceBusiness. These plans are alarming and, if followed through on, could endanger funding schemes anchored in research excellence and bottom-up initiatives, as well as the independence of the European Research Council. ‼ Read the full statement here👉 https://lnkd.in/eFSvg4DD ✅ More info on our website ⏩ https://lnkd.in/e8PrVrGC #FP10 #ERC #ResearchFunding #FutureOfResearch #ResearchExcellence #SciencePolicy #HorizonEurope #ResearchIndependence #Innovation #BottomUpResearch #SupportERC

❗ Eurodoc response on the Future of FP10 and ERC 👩💻 👩🎓 The European Council of Doctoral Candidates and Junior Researchers (Eurodoc) just released the “Eurodoc response on the Future of FP10 and ERC”: The response addresses the consequences of the European Commission’s plan to restructure the organisation of R&I funding as reported in ScienceBusiness. These plans are alarming and, if followed through on, could endanger funding schemes anchored in research excellence and bottom-up initiatives, as well as the independence of the European Research Council. ‼ Read the full statement here👉 https://lnkd.in/eFSvg4DD ✅ More info on our website ⏩ https://lnkd.in/e8PrVrGC #FP10 #ERC #ResearchFunding #FutureOfResearch #ResearchExcellence #SciencePolicy #HorizonEurope #ResearchIndependence #Innovation #BottomUpResearch #SupportERC

✅ Towards Healthy Work Environments for Early Career Researchers: Webinar Recap 💻 ⏩ We were delighted to be invited to run the recent webinar hosted by Researcher Mental Health Observatory on building healthier working environments for Early Career Researchers (ECRs)! This session, led by Sara Wilhammar and Aleksandra Lewandowska, coordinators of the EURODOC Mental Health Working Group, highlighted the crucial need for supportive, balanced, and inclusive academic settings. 💠 Key Highlights: ✔ Importance of Healthy Work Environments: Emphasizing the need for supportive, inclusive, and balanced atmospheres to foster innovation and scientific discovery. ✔ Principles for Healthy Workplaces: From promoting work-life balance to destigmatizing mental health, these guidelines aim to shape policies for a better academic culture. ✔ Focus on Mental Health: Addressing the often-overlooked challenges ECRs face, including stress management, work-life balance, and access to support systems. ✔ Best Practices & Policy Reforms: Insights into institutional reforms, mentorship models, and mental health support initiatives that make a difference across Europe. 📜 It was an insightful experience that brought forward essential discussions on how academic institutions can better support their researchers. Let’s continue to advocate for healthier, more supportive environments for all ECRs! 🌐 Stay connected with Eurodoc for more insights and updates! #healthyworkplace #we_are_eurodoc #ecrs #research #healthyresearch

🌍 Calling all Early Career Researchers (ECRs) across Europe! 🌍 Are you ready to present your research to a wider audience? Eurodoc invites you to join ECR Night 2024 and showcase your work on a European stage! ✨ 📅 Date: 12 December 2024 🕔 Time: 17:00 CET 💻 Format: Online with live broadcast on Eurodoc's channels This is your chance to connect with fellow researchers, share your findings, and highlight the impact of your work! 🌟 🔗 Apply now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/e35FipYT Don’t miss this opportunity! #ECRNight2024 #Eurodoc #Research #ScienceCommunications

✅ We're kicking off the first National Associations Meeting of the year! ⏩ On the agenda: the European Research Area and updates from Eurodoc. 📜 Stay tuned for more! #Eurodoc #Research #Innovation #ERA