EUniWell #Research Conference: Paving The Future
18/09/2024
We are excited to announce the EUniWell #Research Conference: Paving The Future, a momentous event celebrating the successful completion of our EUniWell #Research project, funded by the Horizon 2020 programme under the Science with and for Society (SwafS) call. Save the date and join us as we reflect on our research achievements as an Alliance and share the EUniWell Research and Innovation strategic framework.
The EUniWell #Research Conference, taking place on 18 September 2024 at Semmelweis University in Budapest, will convene Vice-Rectors, leading researchers, and experts from EUniWell member universities to deliberate on strategic research initiatives and future directions for the Alliance around the theme of well-being. As outcomes of the EUniWell #Research project, EUniWell has developed a joint Research and Innovation Strategic Framework,encouraged collaboration between researchers from EUniWell institutions, advanced a culture of Open Science, and equipped researchers with new skill sets. The Conference will provide a platform for presentations and discussions focused on key topics such as building a common research ecosystem, catalysing collaborative well-being research, and accelerating the digital transition and the implementation of Open Science approaches.
A limited number of travel and accommodation bursaries are available for students and staff from EUniWell universities, so we encourage you to sign up as early as possible.
Highlights of the EUniWell #Research Conference
- Inspiring Presentations and Roundtable Discussions: Experience presentations, discussions and knowledge exchange about a common eell-being focused research ecosystem of the Alliance’s member universities and the implementation of Open Science approaches.
- Research and Innovation Strategic Framework Launch: Witness the launch of our EUniWell Research and Innovation Strategic Framework, and a roadmap for the Alliance’s future research plans.
- Online and On-Site Participation: Attend the conference in-person at Semmelweis University or join virtually from anywhere.
Programme
Agenda of the EUniWell #Research Conference
Morning Session
09:00 - 09:15 CEST: Welcome Remarks
09:15 - 09:30 CEST: Overview of EUniWell #Research
09:30 - 09:45 CEST: Opening Presentation "Towards a Common Research Ecosystem"
09:45 - 10:15 CEST: Keynote Well-Being Lecture
10:15 - 10:45 CEST: Networking Coffee Break
10:45 - 12:15 CEST: Introductory Presentations and Roundtable Discussion on "Catalysing Collaborative Well-Being Research"
12:15 - 13:15 CEST: Networking Lunch
Afternoon Session
13:15 - 15:00 CEST: Introductory Presentations and Roundtable Discussion on "EUniWell Open Science"
15:00 - 15:30 CEST: Networking Coffee Break
15:30 - 17:00 CEST: Introductory Presentations and Roundtable Discussion on "EUniWell Research Skills for the Future"
17:00 - 17:30 CEST: Conference Closing Discussion on "Looking to the Future with EUniWell Research"
19:00 - 22:00 CEST: Networking Cocktail Dinner
Location of the Conference
Semmelweis University, Main Building, Salon, Address: Hungary, Budapest 1085, Üllői út 26.
Registration
Participation in the EUniWell #Research Conference is free of charge for all (in-person and online) participants. The registration for in-person participation is limited, the registration for online participation is unlimited.
Registration link for in-person participants (open from 18 July to 18 August 2024)
Registration link for online participants (open from 18 August to 18 September 2024)
Please note that in-person participation at the conference has a limited number of spots. Selected EUniWell participants can receive funding to cover their travel and accommodation costs.
The organisers will provide an admission response to all applicants. Each eligible EUniWell university has an equal number of seats. If applications exceed capacity, a waiting list will be implemented. The selected participants will be informed about receiving funding for travel and accommodation by the end of August 2024.
Additional event to participate
If you join us in-person at the EUniWell #Research Conference on 18 September, we are pleased to invite you to another event in Budapest. The THE University Impact Forum will be organised at Semmelweis University on 19 September and it is open to all interested parties.
The THE University Impact Forum: Health & Well-being 2024 will focus on SDG 3 for “Good Health and Well-being”, and the role that universities play in researching key diseases and conditions, supporting healthcare professions, and looking after the health of students and staff.
The free-of-charge forum will explore innovations, strategies and practical ways of promoting good health and well-being in a higher education setting, as well as highlight and celebrate the vital role that universities play in addressing key global health challenges.
Highlights of the THE Impact Forum
Opening panel: Addressing critical health challenges in Europe and beyond
Participant: Prof. Merkely Béla, Rector of Semmelweis University
Panel discussion: New approaches to student mental health
Participant: Prof. Beatrix Busse, EUniWell Chief Development Officer
Moderator: Dr. Graham Harrison, EUniWell Managing Director
Registration (Registration is open until 31 August, only available for in-person participation and free of charge.)
Location of THE Impact Forum
Semmelweis University, Basic-Medical Science Center
Address: Hungary, Budapest 1094, Tűzoltó utca 37-47
Contact
For any enquiries, please contact Daniela Zuluaga at the EUniWell Central Office and/or Eszter Turopoli at Semmelweis University.
Further information
The EUniWell #Research Conference is open to all universities and interested parties within and outside the EUniWell Alliance. The Conference is organised as a closing event of EUniWell’s #Research project. The EUniWell #Research project receives funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101035821.
