Free Webinar on Scholarships for Researchers “Maria Sklodovska Curie”
Department of the Association of Alumni "Maria Curie" Scholars for the Western Balkans MCAA, June 22nd, 2020 at 4 pm organizes a free webinar on "Innovative networks for training researchers - regional experiences" within the Horizon 2020 MSCA ITN Program.
Learn more about the benefits of this prestigious European researcher mobility scholarship scheme.
The Maria Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) is a global network of scientists using European Union programs, within the framework of Horizon 2020, called "Maria Sklodowska Curie Actions". The Western Balkans Association's department brings together alumni across the region to improve cooperation and create a strong platform to address the challenges and opportunities facing scientists and science in Southeast Europe.
Webinar Agenda:
16:00 Dr Nevena Puač, Institute of Physics in Belgrade, MSCA ITN Nowelties supervisor
MSCA ITN Nowelties - The primary goal of NOWELTIES is to organize a platform (European Joint Doctorate) that will provide significant training for the education of future water treatment professionals. The main activity is a research program (consisting of 14 individual research projects) aimed at the development of innovative technologies for water purification (advanced biological treatments, innovative oxidation processes, hybrid systems)
16:20 Samira Smajlović, Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb, young researcher at the MSCA ITN IMforFUTURE program
MSCA ITN IMforFUTURE - Innovative training in methods for future data. The focus of the program is on the aging population, which is the largest single risk factor for many diseases. By applying new methods to network data representing inflammation and immunology, IMforFUTURE will contribute to the understanding of the basic biological processes involved in disease and aging. Details: https://imforfuture.eu/about/
16:40 Ornela Bardhi, University of Deusto, ESR, young researcher at MSCA ITN Catch MSCA ITN Catch - Advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment have been revolutionary, and some cancers are now considered a chronic rather than a fatal disease. This shifts the focus point in the fight against cancer, from sustaining life to maximizing functional capacity and quality of life. However, many barriers to conducting active rehabilitation in cancer care exist due to deep physical and psychological implications. The webinar will cover topics such as networking, preparation and submission of proposals, project implementation and management, how to apply for the position of Young Researcher (ESR) and give internal advice on the experience of moving abroad, as well as the transformative impact of MSCA projects on institutions and individuals. The discussion will be led by Branka Žižić, National Coordinator for Horizon 2020 in Montenegro and Dalibor Drljača, National Contact Person of MSCA for Bosnia and Herzegovina.