Events

Writing is an essential part of the successful researcher’s skillset.  However, writing at the standard necessary to publish in peer-reviewed journals can be challenging. This two-day writing workshop is for PhD students in the natural sciences who wish to improve their academic writing skills in English.
This practical workshop will focus on the structure of an English paper and abstract and how...

This event takes place in German.

This event takes place in German.

Quantum Universe Lectures by Joshua Ruderman (New York University/DESY)

Abstract:
It is well known that high energy observables in astrophysics and cosmology are sensitive probes of new particle physics. Examples include energetic gamma rays, cosmic rays, and neutrinos. In these lectures I will take the opposite approach, and highlight opportunities for particle physics in the emerging “Soft...

Moving images are a stock feature of science communication – and they are becoming ever more important, not least for one’s reputation and career. Online platforms and specialist journals alike increasingly draw on cinematic elements, and a clip often determines whether a submission to a scientific publication is successful. During the two-day video seminar, participants acquire the core knowledge...

This event takes place on 11th February 2021 - the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science. It is also part of the theme year “Careers in academia?"

In 2018, only 25% of all professorships in Germany were held by women* - i.e. 75% were held by men*. However, the proportion of doctoral degrees completed by female academics has risen to around 45% within the last 10 years...

Quantum Universe Lectures by Joshua Ruderman (New York University/DESY)

Abstract:
It is well known that high energy observables in astrophysics and cosmology are sensitive probes of new particle physics. Examples include energetic gamma rays, cosmic rays, and neutrinos. In these lectures I will take the opposite approach, and highlight opportunities for particle physics in the emerging “Soft...

Internationalization and international cooperation provide a growing demand for skilled work forces at the job market. Working and conducting research in academia offer a lot of opportunities for skills development and career opportunities in international working environments – inside and outside of academia. Therefore, researchers need to be familiar with their skills, develop ideas about career...

The seminar provides participants the opportunity to perfect their public-speaking skills. Constructive feedback from the trainer and group members as well as videotaping give the speaker a healthy amount of input while perfecting public-speaking skills.

Participants will be required to prepare a 3 to 5 minute pitch or overview of their work incorporating also the use of a slide. This will...

This event takes place in German.

This event takes place in German.

This workshop will introduce postdocs to academic structures and practices in an international context, mainly oriented around Anglophone standards. We will discuss and explore differences regarding (for example) conferences and email etiquette in order to practice turns of phrase that will help us to facilitate informal communication across different Englishes, academic systems, and fields of...

This event takes place in German.

Most of the content of your dissertation is now clearly defined. Outline and structure are beginning to take shape and the submission deadline is drawing closer. Your main question is:

“How can I use the remaining time most efficiently?”

The “Getting It Done”-workshop provides you with useful tools to tackle the final stage of your dissertation with as little hassle as possible. Get to know...

This event takes place in German.