EURAXESS Smart Talks invites you to explore the support measures and researchers’ path not only towards excellent research and scientific results but also while dealing with stress, anxiety and all the unpleasant feelings. Experts from the University of Luxembourg shared their vision and approach in guiding, coaching and mediating researchers in their daily work to gain sustainable results and know how to fight when working in a highly diverse team makes you overwhelmed. 

 Our first guest is Inma Peral Alonso, Research Facilitator at University of Luxembourg, Certified life coach / Career coaching expert. She coaches researchers, helps them be less alone, guiding to psychologists or resources. 

Second guest of the episode is Esther Zana-Nau, HR Programme Manager Doctoral Training, Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research, Certified mediator. Since 2015, Esther is in charge of the coordination of the LISER Doctoral Training Programme. Responsible for developing the National Quality Framework for Doctoral Training at LISER, she liaises with the University and other Research Institutes to expand the training offer and harmonize regulations and procedures. As trained mediator since 2019, she has intervened in various conflicts between members of teams from different research centers and universities.

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EURAXESS Smart Talks introduces a very diverse and very supportive ecosystem - University of Luxembourg. Let us take you to all the opportunities that are available for the incoming researchers. We will explore how EURAXESS could support you with the help of a very experienced and knowing professional Dr. Alienor Didier with an overview of Luxembourg research ecosystem and different mentoring schemes that are of great help for researchers, to show them the opportunities and guide them through their challenges.

Our second guest  - Frédérique Deblock Learning and Development Team Leader University of Luxembourg.  Frédérique’s team recently set up the training “Building Resilience for Researchers – Learn how to incorporate resilience into your life as a researcher” besides the training for supervisors to help researchers improve the quality of their supervision.These workshop formats complement the mental health and well-being offer from the service of student life department to ensure researchers receive tailor-made support adapted to their respective role within the research ecosystem.

 During the episode we will cover other topics on how to overcome other challenges related to a researcher’s career which could be:to transition successfully outside academia ( 2getthereand REBECA by EURAXESS) or to progress within academia as a female researcher (ADVANCE mentoring programme of the University of Luxembourg).

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The European Research Council (ERC) is the premier European funding organisation for excellent frontier research. It gives creative researchers across Europe the support to run cutting-edge projects. The overall ERC budget is more than €16 billion (2021-2027).
ERC Grants can change the trajectory of a researcher’s career– which explains why over 100,000 research proposals have been made to the organisation. This also means that competition is fierce. The multi-stage application process is daunting for any researcher at any stage.
EURAXESS Smart Talks are excited to present “Decoding ERC Grants: Strategies for Success,” a two-part mini-series on the ERC Grant proposal process. We will tackle difficult questions that researchers face when applying for an ERC grant, and provide clear advice on how to take your research proposal to the next level.
On this episode, we sit down with Prof. Dr. Maximilian Schich, Professor for Cultural Data Analytics and the ERA Chair holder at Tallinn University. Prof. Schich is a multidisciplinary scientist and art historian with post-doc experience in network science and computational social science, as well as an ERC grant proposal panellist.
Armed with his experience as a panellist, Prof. Schich has very practical and relevant advice for researchers looking to fund their projects. We’ll walk through the panel process and shed light on what makes a good presentation– and what makes a bad one. You’ll walk away with a clearer image of what to expect when you walk into the panel room.
All that and more– on the EURAXESS Smart Talks Podcast!
To learn more about Prof. Schich and the groundbreaking work he does:
https://www.schich.info
https://cudan.tlu.ee
For more information on ERC grants, visit the ERC website:
https://erc.europa.eu/homepage
To find out more about EURAXESS and the services we provide, head to:
https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/

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The European Research Council (ERC) is the premier European funding organisation for excellent frontier research. It gives creative researchers across Europe the support to run cutting-edge projects. The overall ERC budget is more than €16 billion (2021-2027).

ERC Grants can change the trajectory of a researcher’s career– which explains why over 100,000 research proposals have been made to the organisation. This also means that competition is fierce. The multi-stage application process is daunting for any researcher at any stage. 

EURAXESS Smart Talks are excited to present “Decoding ERC Grants: Strategies for Success,” a two-part mini-series on the ERC Grant proposal process. We will tackle difficult questions that researchers face when applying for an ERC grant, and provide clear advice on how to take your research proposal to the next level.

Join us on this episode as we have the pleasure of hosting Dafna Gold Melchior, scientific & entrepreneurial communication clarifier. Dafna assists experts in making their complex work clear and accessible, helping them communicate their research and innovations effectively in high-stakes situations. With a degree in communication from Haifa University and a masters in conflict research from Hebrew University, Dafna has developed her interdisciplinary clarification skill set over her 20 years of helping researchers and entrepreneurs win grants, investments, tenders and competitions.

We’ll cover how to present novel ideas confidently, how to communicate with experts from different backgrounds, and how to approach the Synergy grant.

On the next episode, we will hear from Prof. Dr. Maximilian Schich, an ERC grant proposal reviewer. Dr. Schich will provide us with a deeper look into the ERC panel peer review process.

All that and more– on the EURAXESS Smart Talks Podcast!

If you would like to get in contact with Dafna:

Website- http://www.letsclarify.it/

Email- [email protected] 

LinkedIn- Dafna Gold Melchior

For more information on ERC grants, visit the ERC website:

https://erc.europa.eu/homepage

To find out more about EURAXESS and the services we provide, head to:

https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/

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Switzerland is known for its stunning landscapes, world-class education, and cutting-edge research. It has become a sought-after destination for researchers from around the globe. In this episode, we will explore the unique offerings of EURAXESS Switzerland, a gateway that opens doors to remarkable research opportunities and facilitates integration for international researchers.

Together, we’ll delve into the various aspects of researcher mobility in Switzerland, uncovering the possibilities that lie within its renowned universities, prestigious research institutions, and vibrant scientific communities.
Our first guest, Maddalena Tognola, an expert from the Grant Office at the University of Bern, takes us on an exploration of the cultural differences within Switzerland and delves into how her team provides invaluable support to both international and local researchers. 

Next, we hear from two distinguished voices in the Swiss research community. Seraina Munton, Research & Project Manager at EU GrantsAccess, a joint office of ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich, and Sarah Daepp, the National Coordinator of EURAXESS Switzerland, enlighten us about Switzerland's role in the European Research Area. 

Lastly, we are privileged to listen to the experiences and insights of Professor Mira Burri, professor of International Economic and Internet Law at the Faculty of Law of the University of Lucerne. Professor Burri shares her personal journey of moving to Switzerland as an academic, offering a unique researcher's perspective that will inspire and guide fellow scholars.

Each guests’ extensive knowledge and expert advice are invaluable for incoming researchers seeking to make their mark on the Swiss research landscape. Whether you're considering Switzerland for your research endeavours or simply curious about the opportunities it presents, this episode is your comprehensive guide to Switzerland. Tune in to gain the knowledge, advice, and inspiration you need to navigate the Swiss research community successfully.

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The rapid development of artificial intelligence and its increasing application require each country to create its own artificial intelligence strategy. In this episode of EURAXESS Smart Talks, hosts Darja Aksjonova and Leah Nerenberg will discuss with guests why artificial intelligence strategy is important and how to develop it, taking Serbia as an example of good practice.

Guests for this episode include three exceptional guests.

First guest Dr Dubravko Ćulibrk is a Professor of Information Systems Engineering at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management of the Faculty of Technical Sciences, University of Novi Sad, Serbia, and certified instructor of Nvidia Deep Learning Institute. Since March 2021 he has been dedicating most of his time and effort to developing and heading The Artificial Intelligence Research and Development Institute of Serbia.

Second guest is Vukašin Gozdić the State Secretary of the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation of the Republic of Serbia. Since 2016, he has been employed in the Cabinet of the Minister of State Administration and Local Self-Government, and since 2017, he has been engaged as an advisor to the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia on the implementation of projects in the field of digitization, education, science, social entrepreneurship, the labor market and other areas of interest to the Government. Since 2022, he has been the State secretary in the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation.

Last guest, Stefan Badža worked as an analyst in the Ministry of Public Administration and Local Self-Government on public sector reform. He now works in the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia on projects that focus on improving the IT and Innovation ecosystem in Serbia, and that are helping transform Serbia into a knowledge-based economy. Some of the key projects that he works on are developing the network on Science and Technological Parks in Serbia, startup ecosystem and research and innovation in the artificial intelligence field. Stefan Badža is creator of Serbian Strategy for AI and advisor in the cabinet of the Prime Minister of Serbia.

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In this episode  of EURAXESS Smart Talks, hosts Darja Aksjonova and Leah Nerenberg will discuss Artificial Intelligence. It is one of the fastest-growing and most popular data-driven technologies being used all around the world. 

ChatGPT, a new AI text based interface made headlines as it gained 1 million users in just 5 days after launching. Today, it has over 100 million users and has been visited 1.8 billion times. Clearly, AI is exploding in popularity, entering every field - from marketing to biology and everything in between!

Understanding AI’s intricacies becomes crucial for researchers seeking to push the boundaries of knowledge. From its ability to crunch massive datasets to uncover hidden patterns, to its potential to automate complex tasks, this episode discusses the valuable new role AI is beginning to play in enhancing research and opening up new frontiers of discovery.

This episode will introduce AI and provide you with the important basics to understand this complex technology, and how to use it. We will then focus on Serbia’s private sector and AI research-based startups.

Guests for this episode include professor Milan Zdravković, established researcher in the field of AI, currently working at the Laboratory for Intelligent Manufacturing Systems, University of Niš and Djordje Mitić, CEO and owner of the company Naissus technologies, Niš, Serbia.

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To remain in academia or to leave - that is the question! On this episode of EURAXESS Smart Talks, hosts Darja Aksjonova and Leah Nerenberg will explore the stories of researchers and academics who transitioned to careers beyond academia, all through the lens of Spain. 

Guests for this episode include Dr. Izaskun Lacunza, a science policy practitioner running the International Projects Unit at the Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology (FECYT), Dr. Gaizka Otaegi, head of EMEA Strategic Projects at GLG, and Dr. Sofía Cabezudo, research manager in the Spanish National Cancer Association and former mentee of the REBECA program.

The episode includes personal stories, important lessons learned and unique insights into the beyond academia career path. 

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Is entrepreneurship a feasible career option for researchers? How can EURAXESS help young researchers develop a career in entrepreneurship? For answers to these questions and practical tips, listen to today's EURAXESS Smart Talks and learn more from experts and Ph.Ds. who made this transition successfully. 

In part one of this episode, we will hear insights and tips for young talents from Prof. Milan Zdravkovic, leader of the EURAXESS Hubs project entrepreneurship initiative. We will also hear Vaido Mikheim, a participant in the EURAXESS Hubs start-up tour who will share his perspectives on the Estonian start-up ecosystem. In part two of this episode, we will hear the inspiring success story of Nobel prize winner Prof. Dan Shechtman, who will share his tips and insights as an experienced mentor in entrepreneurship, at the prestigious Israel Institute of Technology, the Technion. These episodes cover challenges researchers face in the transition from academia to entrepreneurship. 

Keywords: entrepreneurship, talents, science, career, startup, start-up ecosystem, business, academia-industry interface, European researchers. 

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Is entrepreneurship a feasible career option for researchers? How can EURAXESS help young researchers develop a career in entrepreneurship? For answers to these questions and practical tips, listen to today's EURAXESS Smart Talks and learn more from experts and Ph.Ds. who made this transition successfully. 

In part one of this episode, we will hear insights and tips for young talents from Prof. Milan Zdravkovic, leader of the EURAXESS Hubs project entrepreneurship initiative. We will also hear Vaido Mikheim, a participant in the EURAXESS Hubs start-up tour who will share his perspectives on the Estonian start-up ecosystem. In part two of this episode, we will hear the inspiring success story of Nobel prize winner Prof. Dan Shechtman, who will share his tips and insights as an experienced mentor in entrepreneurship, at the prestigious Israel Institute of Technology, the Technion. These episodes cover challenges researchers face in the transition from academia to entrepreneurship. 

Keywords: entrepreneurship, talents, science, career, startup, start-up ecosystem, business, academia-industry interface, European researchers. 

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