Events
UMCS Study Visit to the University of Orléans
As part of the study visit to University of Orléans, representatives of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin: International Cooperation Center, the Faculty of Economics, and the Faculty of Law and Administration are taking part in a series of meetings focused on strengthening international cooperation within
ATHENA at the Open University Day in Siegen
On June 13, the University of Siegen organized an Open University Day featuring a wide range of activities, including 46 booths and interactive stations, live music, special lectures, and food stands, offering visitors the opportunity to get to know the university and its offerings. The
ATHENA Cluster Leaders meet at the University of Siegen
On June 10 and 11, ATHENA Cluster Leaders met for a strategic and organisational session at the INCYTE Research Center of the University of Siegen. ATHENA focuses its activities on four clusters: Digitalization for All, Sustainable Production, Health & Wellbeing, and Creative Industries. Representatives from
Siegen in Europe – Europe in Siegen: ATHENA Information Booth at University of Siegen
As part of Europe Day, the ATHENA team from the University of Siegen held an information booth in the foyer of the canteen on the Adolf Reichwein Campus on May 28. Students had the opportunity to find out about the wide range of services offered
ATHENA Educational Cooperation Survey for Students and Academic Teachers
We would like to invite you to participate in a brief, anonymous research study conducted by Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) as part of the task “Diagnosis of Educational Cooperation and the Development and Implementation of Tools Supporting Its Enhancement” within the project “UMCS 4 ATHENA
Call for Papers: DIGIN 2026 – Digital Inclusion Workshop
The organising committee of the workshop invites researchers, educators, developers, policymakers, and professionals from across disciplines to submit contributions for the upcoming workshop dedicated to digital inclusion and accessibility. As digital technologies continue to reshape society, ensuring equal access and participation for all citizens has
Investing in Europe’s Future: ATHENA Contributes to High-Level Debate at the European Parliament
On 6 May 2026, representatives from academia, European institutions, regional authorities, and industry gathered at the European Parliament in Brussels for the high-level conference “Investing in Europe’s Future: Funding Pathways for Higher Education.” The event was co-organised by Member of the European Parliament Krzysztof Hetman,
Next week, UVigo will be celebrating the 2026 International Week: Inclusion at the Core.
Next week, UVigo will be celebrating the 2026 International Week: Inclusion at the Core. As part of the programme, on Thursday the 7th we will host the roundtable “Inclusion at the Core,” bringing together international experts to discuss the main challenges and opportunities related to
Call for Research Papers – The 30th European Conference on Advances in Databases and Information Systems
30th European Conference on Advances in Databases and Information Systems 📍 Orléans, France | 🗓 28 September – 1 October 2026 ATHENA is pleased to relay the official Call for Research Track Papers for the 30th edition of the European Conference on Advances in Databases
Join the Conference “Investing in Europe’s Future: Funding Pathways for Higher Education” in the European Parliament
We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming high-level conference Investing in Europe’s Future: Funding Pathways for Higher Education, co-organized by Krzysztof Hetman (MEP), Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Business & Science Poland, and the ATHENA European University Alliance. The keynote speech will be
Join the Creativity in Engineering Summer School “MAKERS 5.0.” in Vilnius
If you’ve ever dreamed of mastering rapid prototyping techniques, this is your chance – join the Creativity in Engineering summer school MAKERS 5.0, organised by VILNIUS TECH Creativity and Innovation Centre “LinkMenų fabrikas”. We invite beginner-level students to dive deeper into the world of 3D
EMINENT Welcome Day in Siegen
On April 9, the University of Siegen warmly welcomed the second EMINENT cohort as they began their second semester. As part of a diverse and engaging Welcome Day, students were introduced to an informative program designed to prepare them for the months ahead. The event
Successful ATHENA BIP Staff Week “Enhancing Doctoral Education”
From 16 to 20 March 2026, representatives from academia, doctoral support and university management within the ATHENA European University Alliance met at the University of Siegen to discuss the further development of doctoral training and cross-disciplinary skills. The focus was on comparing different approaches, exchanging
Three Major Scientific Conferences in Orléans in 2026: A Hub for Innovation and Collaboration
The University of Orléans and Le Studium, Loire Valley Institute of Advanced Studies will host three high-profile international conferences in 2026, attracting researchers, industry leaders, and scholars from around the world. These events showcase cutting-edge research across energy sustainability, neuroscience, and sport psychology and are
Spring School : Advanced Imaging Techniques
Advanced Imaging Techniques: From Data Acquisition to Deep Learning ATHENA is pleased to support the Spring School “Advanced Imaging Techniques: From Data Acquisition to Deep Learning”, an intensive five-day training program dedicated to modern imaging methods and image processing, from fundamental concepts to cutting-edge applications.
BIP – Science to Business: Your Chemistry Journey
From analytical chemistry to scientific entrepreneurship The Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) – Science to Business: Your Chemistry Journey offers an innovative international learning experience at the interface of analytical chemistry, quality standards, and entrepreneurship. Hosted by the University of Orléans (Institute of Technology), this programme
Developing an Entrepreneurial Mind-set for PhD Candidates
Online | 11–13 March 2026 | English ATHENA is pleased to announce an online training course in English dedicated to PhD candidates who wish to explore entrepreneurship, innovation, and the valorisation of research. This three-day webinar aims to help doctoral students develop an entrepreneurial mind-set
ERASMUS+ STAFF WEEK: Enhancing Doctoral Education in the ATHENA Alliance
The ATHENA team, House of Young Talents and the International Office of the University of Siegen look forward to welcome you for our Blended Intensive Program (BIP) in Siegen! We will focus on enhancing doctoral education in the ATHENA Alliance.By sharing best practices and comparing
Apply for ATHENA’s European Master EMINENT
The Erasmus Mundus Master’s programme EMINENT (European Master on Embedded Intelligence Nanosystems Engineering) offers attractive scholarships for its best applicants. Four ATHENA universities — the University of Siegen, the Hellenic Mediterranean University, the University of Orléans, and VILNIUS TECH — collaborate in this joint degree
Join the ATHENA Sustainable Production Networking Event at UMCS
Maria Curie-Skłodowska University as the leader of the Sustainable Production Cluster would like to kindly invite you to join our online networking meeting, where we will present our latest developments, projects, research idea and possibilities of cooperation in the field of sustainability. During the meeting,
