With the end of the summer semester, it is once again time for the annual Summer School of the EMINENT programme. This year, the students of the second cohort came together at the INCYTE Research Centre on 27 July to participate in four days of interactive PEP sessions (Professional Design Experience Projects), as well as lectures by scientists from the programme’s partner universities and experts from innovative technology companies.
Representatives from the University of Siegen (Germany), NOVA University Lisbon (Portugal), the Hellenic Mediterranean University (Greece), VILNIUS TECH (Lithuania), and the Université d’Orléans (France) shared their expertise with the students through a series of lectures and individual mentoring sessions. At the same time, they introduced potential topics for master’s theses at their respective institutions. In addition, the EMINENT consortium meeting held as part of the Summer School provided the partner universities with an opportunity to discuss the programme’s progress to date and its future development.
This year, the industry lectures focused on biomedical technologies and health technologies. Arthur Klass from IPG Photonics, the world’s leading provider of fibre lasers, explained the use of the company’s innovative technologies across various industrial sectors. Marta Marques from Biosurfit presented the application of IVD tests in blood analysis and medical diagnostics – the company’s core area of expertise. Rita Cristóvão, CEO of Plux Biosignals, spoke about biosignal monitoring technologies and their applications in healthcare, research, and education. Eduardo Coelho from StabVida addressed genetic technologies and current developments in modern biotechnology research.
Another highlight of the Summer School was the students’ PEP projects. Throughout the week, they presented the results of their collaborative research work on topics ranging from microsystems technology to technological design.
A workshop organised by the Career Service of the University of Siegen gave participants the opportunity to reflect on their academic and professional future after graduation.
The Summer School concluded once again with the now traditional BBQ. Students, EMINENT programme staff, and guests took the opportunity to network in a relaxed atmosphere, exchange experiences, and bring the successful event to a close together.
We would once again like to sincerely thank everyone who helped make this inspiring event possible. We are already looking forward to welcoming you back to the EMINENT Summer School next year!
