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Workshop Gender and diversity-conscious teaching in science // Sep 30, 2024

 

The workshop is geared towards the subject-specific needs of the natural sciences and is intended to promote interactions and suggestions for reflection of your own teaching. Participants will receive practical tips and thematic information on how to deal with gender and diversity, such as how to shape the culture of discussion and learning or how to explicitly address unequal participation and discussion behavior.

 

The workshop will take place on Monday, September 30, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the seminar room A.006 at Arnimallee 22. Your trainer is Dr. Jana Gerlach, staff member of "Toolbox Gender and Diversity in Teaching". The workshop is held in English and is aimed at members of the BCP department. A workshop description can be found here.

 

Registration can be made by September 8, 2024, via the following link: https://ssl2.cms.fu-berlin.de/bcp/en/fachbereich/diversity/PM-registration-ws-diversity-teaching/index.html

 

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Online Workshop “Introduction to data analysis with R” // Oct 7 – 8 + 14 – 15

 

Course offer by the Graduate Center: This workshop offers an introduction to data analysis with R.

The workshop's main goal is to equip you with essential R skills for analyzing your own research data, covering data processing and visualization.

 

Who is the course for? Doctoral researchers registered at the BCP department, Postdoctoral researchers at the BCP department

When?                             7 October, 8 October, 14 October, 15 October, 2024, 9 am – 4 pm

Where?                           Webex Online Course (Please note that a video camera and a microphone are necessary for this course.)

Registration:                  Please register by 16 September via this website.

 

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Postdoc Day 2024 // Nov 7 – 8, 2024 / Abstract deadline: Sep 15, 2024

 

PDD24 will be held on 7^th and 8^th November 2024 at the Humboldt Graduate School, Luisenstraße 56, 10117 Berlin. The full program for the talks and workshops can be found on the website: www.mdc-berlin.de/postdoc-day#t-home

Follow the links for details on the program and workshops offered this year.

 

What is new this year?
In addition to the inspiring talks and enriching workshops, this year's Postdoc Day features a special Academic Career session. This session will include presentations by Principal Investigators (PIs) at various stages of their careers, offering invaluable insights and advice for aspiring academics.
Moreover, we are excited to host a career fair, where numerous companies will set up booths. This provides an excellent opportunity for participants to network with industry professionals and explore potential career opportunities.

 

Call for Abstracts

We encourage all participants to submit abstracts for a chance to present your research at Postdoc Day. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain visibility, share your insights, and receive valuable feedback from your peers and senior researchers. And of course, there are prizes!

 

How to Register and Submit Abstracts

To register for the event and submit your abstract, please fill up this form. Registration Deadline is 15^th September, 2024.

Don’t miss out on this exciting event designed to celebrate and support the postdoc community. We look forward to your participation and contributions to make Postdoc Day 2024 a success!

 

Best regards,
PDD24 Organising Team

 

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Career Perspectives with a PhD in Natural & Life Sciences //  Sep 12, 5 – 6 pm

with Dr. Christine Beuschel-Dang, Medical Science Liaison Manager (MSL), Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH

Looking for the next career options? And not sure what is “out there”? With this series, we would like to offer an opportunity for interactive and informal exchange about career-related topics. You will meet former PhD candidates who will share with you their experiences including ups and downs looking for a job. PhD holders from academia, industry, science communication, politics, public and health sectors, education and more will show you the broad range of potential careers with a PhD and give you inspiration for future career choices. We will have plenty of time after each talk for questions, discussion and networking.

 

All information and the meeting link can be found on this website.

 

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New website for information on Counseling, Advising, and Support Services at Freie Universität Berlin

 

Freie Universität Berlin offers a wide range of support options that can help you in various work contexts as well as in private life or crisis situations. You can now find suitable contact points and available counseling services on a new website: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/beratung/index.html

 

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(In)Credible Research 2024 – „Creative and Credible!“ // Oct 10 – 11, 2024 (in person)

 

Interdisciplinary Conference for Early Career Researchers

Under the motto "Creative and Credible!", this year's event is all about creativity in research and science.

Conference language: English

 

The agenda will cover a number of highly fascinating and relevant topics for the early-career researchers to which it is tailored. This will include the examination of overarching subjects:

• What role does creativity play in science and knowledge production 
• How are creativity and innovation linked 
• How can we make our creative science credible and rigorous 
• Is creativity in science encourage or discouraged
• What are some tools which enrich science with creativity? 

 

This conference is intended for early career researchers  - especially for doctoral candidates and postdocs - wishing to deepen their knowledge and skills in the aforementioned topics, which bear great importance in both the professional and personal lives of all researchers.

 

Further information: https://gss.charite.de/en/incredible_research_conference_2024/

 

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Janus Mini-symposium – Cancer meets Regeneration // Oct 14, 2024

 

Dear colleagues,

We cordially invite you to the next Janus Mini-symposium – Cancer meets Regeneration on October 14, 2024 at 2:30 pm in the Auditorium of the Cranach House (Föhrer Str. 15, CVK).

 

We are pleased to announce the speaker Marteinn Thor Snaebjörnsson, Maxim Mamonkin, Ping-Chih Ho and Li Tang for our first Janus Mini-Symposium. Interested early career scientists will have the chance to MEET the Speakers for LUNCH at 1:00 pm in the Cranach House.

 

REGISTER HEREfor the Mini-Symposium and Meet the Speaker.

 

We are looking forward to your participation!  

 

The organizing team

Sonia, Zeynep, Viktor, Hazal (BSRT and BSIO Students)

 

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15^th BSRT Symposium "United by Translation: Towards Novel Paths in Regenerative Medicine" // Dec 5 – 6, 2024

 

Dear Colleagues,

We are thrilled to announce the 15^th BSRT Symposium titled "United by Translation: Towards Novel Paths in Regenerative Medicine" on December 05^th- 06^th, 2024 at BCRT/Cranach-Haus, Föhrer Str. 15, 13353 Berlin.

 

Please note that the registration deadline is November 3^rd! Don't hesitate to register now here and secure your spot to benefit from the early bird registration rate until September 30^th.

 

This year's symposium promises a comprehensive exploration of the translational journey, from the preclinical testing of groundbreaking ideas to the successful integration of novel technologies in clinical practice. Together, we'll delve into the intricate dynamics of translational science and uncover the essential elements needed to transform innovative approaches into tangible patient benefits.

 

We are honored to host a distinguished lineup of speakers, including:

·       Prof. Sina Bartfeld, Technical University Berlin

·       Dr. Theresa Käuferle, German Center for Infection Research (DZIF)

·       Prof. Wolfram-Hubertus Zimmermann, University Medical Center Göttingen

·       Dr. Thomas Asendorf, University Medical Center Göttingen

 

Share your research and do not forget to submit your abstract using the attached abstract form for consideration until October 15^th_, 2024. We are offering opportunities for young scientists to present their work either through a talk or a poster presentation. It is further possible to apply for a travel grant. Therefore, please submit your abstract no later than September 15^th_, 2024.

 

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please visit our website and don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.

 

Warm regards,

Claudia, Rose, Niklas, Ana, Lea, and Yaolin - BSRT Symposium Organizing Team

 

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Open Call | Be an Innovator in Chemistry | greenCHEM x Wiley // Application deadline: Sep 30, 2024

 

Do you study or research chemistry or a related subject? Whether you are an innovation-curious student or a PhD/Postdoc with a chemistry-based idea that could transform industry, society or the environment for the better, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply for PitchCourse & Discourse with your project idea for a chemistry-based innovation. We'll select five finalist projects to receive a free pitch training workshop offered by Wiley, then invite all finalist project teams to a pitching final at Berlin Science Week in November 2024. With this event you can gain skills and exposure, build your network and have a chance of winning the expert or public choice prizes!

Even if you don't have a project, there are other ways to get involved...

Find out more on our event webpage https://www.greenchem.berlin/events/pitch-course-and-discourse

 

Application deadline: 30th September 2024

Pitch Workshop: 21st October 2024

Pitch Final at Berlin Science Week: 5th November 2024

Location (workshop and final): Wiley, Rotherstraße 21, 10245 Berlin

Organised by: greenCHEM and Wiley

 

For questions contact: hello@greenchem.berlin

 

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Call: Hit the Jackpot 2024 - Unlock the global potential of your research!

 

Up to 10,000 Euros …Get Involved and Hit the Jackpot 2024!

 

Expand Your Career Horizons! Are you ready to take your career on a global level? Apply for the Hit the Jackpot 2024 grant and receive up to €10,000 to build international networks and collaborations. Elevate your research impact on a global scale and connect with like-minded scholars around the world. In this open call, we are willing to support a wide range of activities and formats as long as your own career development remains the main goal.

Don’t miss out on this chance to transform your postdoctoral journey!

Learn more here and apply by October 4th, 2024 (application form is attached to this mail).

 

Log in to the next Q&A session:

Tuesday, September 3rd, 12 PM:

https://fu-berlin.webex.com/fu-berlin/j.php?MTID=m9a6d6cadde8a40f90e9a668a5f49f8c0

 

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Scoping Workshops by VolkswagenStiftung – Call for applications // deadline: Oct 29, 2024

 

Through "Scoping workshops", the foundation intends to encourage a reflection and further development of disciplinary and interdisciplinary research areas and communities. Through this funding, researchers are given the opportunity to jointly assess the current status of their field of research and, on this basis, to work out perspectives for its further development.

 

More information: https://www.volkswagenstiftung.de/en/funding/funding-offer/scoping-workshops

 

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DFG Prospects: Online Info Talks on DFG Funding Opportunities for Research Careers

 

Germany’s largest independent research funding organization offers funding opportunities for all career stages between doctorate and professorship. Join the online talk and get to know the DFG and its funding portfolio for postdocs. DFG offers an overview of all funding instruments for the time after your doctorate.

 

Upcoming talk in the Prospects Series:

24/09/2024, 4-5:30 p.m. CET Emmy Noether Programme

 

More info here.

 

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1^st UNITE Conference on "UNDERSTANDING AND TARGETING RESISTANCE IN GLIOBLASTOMA" // May 14 - 15, 2025

 

Dear all,

We are excited to announce the upcoming 1^st UNITE Conference, focused on "UNDERSTANDING AND TARGETING RESISTANCE IN GLIOBLASTOMA" which will take place on May 14^th and 15^th, 2025, at the DKFZ Communication Center in Heidelberg, Germany.

 

This conference offers a unique opportunity to share the current state of glioblastoma research with a special focus on the latest promising approaches to overcoming treatment resistance. Leading international experts will present their insights and engage in discussions on innovative strategies to address these challenges. The event will feature keynote presentations as well as oral and poster presentations from outstanding researchers in the field of Neuro-Oncology.

Please find the attached "Save the Date" flyer, which you are welcome to share with your colleagues or your group who may be interested in attending.

 

Best regards,

The UNITE Conference Organizing Committee

 

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