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Sustainable Transformation Hub
What is the Sustainable Transformation Hub?
The Sustainable Transformation Hub is a dynamic hub for Master's students and Early Career Researchers passionate about sustainable transformation—whether studying, researching, or working in the field.
It provides:
- Learning opportunities, networking, and resource sharing across the EPICUR universities
- Access to a wide range of offerings from other EPICUR universities, including courses, lectures and seminars on sustainable transformation
- Opportunities to expand your network and connect with like-minded peers and external stakeholders to explore research collaboration, thesis topics, research stays, funding opportunities and more

How to get involved in the Sustainable Transformation Hub?
Below, you will find several possibilities to engage within the Sustainable Transformation Hub based on your specific profile.

Master's Students
Course Offerings
- Are you a Master’s student passionate about sustainability and societal change?
Discover a range of course offerings focused on sustainable transformation, open for application through EPICUR partner universities.
→ Explore
Thematic Offerings
Transversal Offerings
Click here to explore the Courses Catalogue & Application (Deadline 15th September 2025 (23.59 CET))
Networking Opportunities
Are you looking for research or networking opportunities in the area of sustainable transformation? Network with researchers and other students via the Hubs' Networking Groups. Discover exchange opportunities for master's students, such as thesis research stays, through the Research Opportunities Portal.
Networking Group
Networking Group: Sustainable Transformation
Join this group if you would like to share resources or exchange ideas regarding the topic of sustainable transformation.
To access this item you need to be logged in and to have appropriate permissions.
Joining a Group: You need to be logged in with your institutional account, click the door button on the top right of the page to log in. Afterwards, you can join the networking groups.
External stakeholders: Please contact the Hubs coordinators at hubs@epicur.edu.eu to request a guest access code, then visit the New Account Registration page to gain access to our Networking Groups.

Early Career Researchers
Course Offerings
Are you an early career researcher with a strong interest in sustainable transformation?
You're in the right place. EPICUR offers a variety of learning opportunities designed to help you expand your perspective or deepen your expertise in key sustainability topics.
You're in the right place. EPICUR offers a variety of learning opportunities designed to help you expand your perspective or deepen your expertise in key sustainability topics.
→ Discover
Thematic Offerings
Transversal Offerings
Click here to explore the Courses Catalogue & Application (Deadline 15th September 2025 (23.59 CET))
Networking Opportunities
Are you seeking or offering research and networking opportunities in sustainable transformation? Explore or share research openings and connect with students and researchers across EPICUR through our Research Opportunities Portal and Networking Groups.
Networking Group
Networking Group: Sustainable Transformation
Join this group if you would like to share resources or exchange ideas regarding the topic of sustainable transformation.
To access this item you need to be logged in and to have appropriate permissions.
Joining a Group: You need to be logged in with your institutional account, click the door button on the top right of the page to log in. Afterwards, you can join the networking groups.
External stakeholders: Please contact the Hubs coordinators at hubs@epicur.edu.eu to request a guest access code, then visit the New Account Registration page to gain access to our Networking Groups.

In the scope of the EPICUR Hubs, "Sustainable Transformation" refers to the need for profound shifts in economic, social and environmental systems to promote sustainable living, responsible business practices, environmental protection, social equity and long-term economic development.
News
AUGUST 2025 NEWSLETTER
Read about the latest EPICUR Hubs updates & upcoming opportunities in the August 2025 Hubs newsletter.
SAVE THE DATE:
- 14th-17th October 2025: KIT Science Week & Urban Transformation Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany
FEATURED COURSES:
Transformative Cities - EPICUR Joint Lecture Series
- Transformative Cities - EPICUR Hubs Joint Lecture Series: EPICUR unis (KIT, AUTH, UNISTRA, UCL, BOKU, Freiburg) offer a lecture series on urban transformation, covering climate, sustainability, justice & new economies. Open to MA students, researchers & practitioners, featuring case studies from cities like Freiburg, Zagreb & Thessaloniki.
Transferable Skills: How to Survive Your First International Conference (Associated Partner Course)
- This online course, How to Survive Your First International Conference, is designed to help PhD students and postdocs master the art of scientific presentation and effective networking. It provides essential tips and strategies for navigating the complexities of international conferences, enabling students to engage confidently with peers, present their research successfully, and expand their professional network. Take advantage of psychological principles of perception that can improve the clarity of your slides and the impact of your talk.
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Contact & Support
Please reach out to the Hubs coordinators at hubs@epicur.edu.eu with general inquiries and suggestions concerning the EPICUR Hubs.
If you would like to get in touch with a local representative, please contact your university's Hubs team/contact person below:
Adam Mickiewicz University

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Prof. Nicolaos Theodossiou
niktheod@civil.auth.gr
niktheod@civil.auth.gr
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Kirsten Rosa
kirsten.rosa@kit.edu
kirsten.rosa@kit.edu
University of Amsterdam

University of Freiburg

UFR EPICUR Team
epicur@uni-freiburg.de
epicur@uni-freiburg.de
University of Haute-Alsace

UHA EPICUR Team
epicur@uha.fr
epicur@uha.fr
BOKU University

Christian Vihanek
christian.vihanek@boku.ac.at
christian.vihanek@boku.ac.at
University of Southern Denmark

Ida Thøstesen
ilt@sdu.dk
ilt@sdu.dk
University of Strasbourg

Eleonore Lehn
eleonore.lehn@unistra.fr
eleonore.lehn@unistra.fr
