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Networking, Collaboration and Events
How can you network through the EPICUR Hubs?
You can connect and collaborate with researchers, students and regional stakeholders from across the EPICUR Alliance through the EPICUR Hubs in several ways:
- Join Networking Groups to discuss specific topics, exchange knowledge and explore possibilities for collaboration with others
- Find and participate in online and on-site EPICUR events, as well as external events (e.g. offered by other European university alliances), and view materials from past events
- Use the Research Opportunities Portal to find or post research stays, research internships or master's thesis topics
Networking Groups
The Hubs' Networking Groups provide opportunities to exchange knowledge and make connections with students, researchers and regional stakeholders from across the EPICUR alliance.
Click below to view our Networking Groups and join!
Networking Groups
Networking Group: Academic Writing and Publishing
Join if you would like to access and discuss materials related to academic writing and publishing.
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Networking Group: Inter- & Transdisciplinary Collaboration (General)
Join if you want to learn more about inter- and transdisciplinary collaboration and are looking for collaboration partners.
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Networking Group: Research Methodologies
Join this group if you would like to share resources or engage in discussions about research methodologies.
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Networking Group: Sustainable Transformation
Join this group if you would like to share resources or exchange ideas regarding the topic of sustainable transformation.
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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.
Events
A list of upcoming and past events in the scope of the EPICUR Hubs
Stay up to date with events featured in the EPICUR Hubs. From virtual networking events to conferences and other on-site events, this calendar keeps you informed about upcoming opportunities to enhance your learning and collaboration. Don’t miss out—check back regularly for updates!
Click below to learn more about upcoming and past events.
Upcoming EPICUR events: Invitation & Registration
EPICUR Hubs Kick-Off Event (8th April 2025 14:00 - 16:00 CET)
Learn more about the EPICUR Hubs and network with others on the topic of Sustainable Transformation. The Hubs connect master's students and early career researchers by offering courses, useful resources and networking opportunities.
Learn more about the EPICUR Hubs and network with others on the topic of Sustainable Transformation. The Hubs connect master's students and early career researchers by offering courses, useful resources and networking opportunities.
TECHimpulse Virtual Roundtable Discussion (7th May 2025, 16:30 - 18:00 CET)
EPICUR is teaming up with TECH4Transition and Innovation and Relations Management (IRM) at KIT to offer a dynamic roundtable discussion, bringing together key players from academic innovation hubs (Europe, Africa), international industries and start-ups. Together, we will delve into the crucial role of industry-research collaboration in driving sustainable transformation.
Topic: How Can (International) Industry-Research Cooperation Drive Sustainable Transformation?
EPICUR is teaming up with TECH4Transition and Innovation and Relations Management (IRM) at KIT to offer a dynamic roundtable discussion, bringing together key players from academic innovation hubs (Europe, Africa), international industries and start-ups. Together, we will delve into the crucial role of industry-research collaboration in driving sustainable transformation.
Topic: How Can (International) Industry-Research Cooperation Drive Sustainable Transformation?
Online Workshop "Connecting the dots: Pathways for initiating interdisciplinary problem solving" (25th June 2025, 9:00 - 13:00 CET)
For researchers interested in interdisciplinary collaboration, it can be challenging to find meaningful starting points for conversations with colleagues from other fields, especially when working on different topics or projects. In this workshop, we will delve into various approaches for initiating research collaboration. As a benefit, you will acquire practical thinking tools for identifying research connections. We will also address some of the typical challenges that can arise when connections are explored or investigated in joint research.
This online workshop is offered by the KIT Graduate School Cultures of Knowledge (CuKnow) and is open to PhD/doctoral candidates across EPICUR. Contact: coordination@cuknow.kit.edu
For researchers interested in interdisciplinary collaboration, it can be challenging to find meaningful starting points for conversations with colleagues from other fields, especially when working on different topics or projects. In this workshop, we will delve into various approaches for initiating research collaboration. As a benefit, you will acquire practical thinking tools for identifying research connections. We will also address some of the typical challenges that can arise when connections are explored or investigated in joint research.
This online workshop is offered by the KIT Graduate School Cultures of Knowledge (CuKnow) and is open to PhD/doctoral candidates across EPICUR. Contact: coordination@cuknow.kit.edu
EPICUR Forum 2025: Sustainable Transformation (2nd - 3rd June 2025)
Join us in Odense, Denkmark, for this year's EPICUR Forum to strengthen your international network, exchange ideas and develop joint research and learning elements focusing on Sustainable Transformation. EPICUR academic staff, researchers and administrative staff involved in pedagogical development, as well as associated partners, regional stakeholders and members of other alliances are invited to participate.
Join us in Odense, Denkmark, for this year's EPICUR Forum to strengthen your international network, exchange ideas and develop joint research and learning elements focusing on Sustainable Transformation. EPICUR academic staff, researchers and administrative staff involved in pedagogical development, as well as associated partners, regional stakeholders and members of other alliances are invited to participate.
KIT Science Week (14th - 17th October 2025)
Come to Karlsruhe, Germany, this October to network with other students and researchers at the Eucor Urban Transformation Conference and to participate in a variety of activities being offered during the KIT Science Week.
Come to Karlsruhe, Germany, this October to network with other students and researchers at the Eucor Urban Transformation Conference and to participate in a variety of activities being offered during the KIT Science Week.
More information coming soon!
External events
4th International Conference on Responsible Consumption and Production (23rd - 24th September 2025)
Paper submissions are now open for the EURECA-PRO International Conference 2025, taking place in Chania, Crete, Greece. This year’s theme centers around innovative approaches to Responsible Consumption and Production—aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 12. Join an inspiring community of researchers, professionals, and students from around the world to discuss transformative solutions for a more sustainable future.
Paper submissions are now open for the EURECA-PRO International Conference 2025, taking place in Chania, Crete, Greece. This year’s theme centers around innovative approaches to Responsible Consumption and Production—aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 12. Join an inspiring community of researchers, professionals, and students from around the world to discuss transformative solutions for a more sustainable future.
Missed an event? Recordings & Documentation
Past Events Recordings and Documentation
You can find all the information and slides from the kick-off event here.
Research Opportunities Portal (COMING SOON)
The Research Opportunities Portal is a place to find or post concrete research stay offerings.
Click your profile below to learn more about the portal!
Currently the Research Opportunities Portal is only available for research opportunities within the EPICUR universities. External stakeholders are invited to explore collaboration within the Networking Groups (see above).
Master's students
- Browse the Research Opportunities Portal to find interesting thesis topics and research stays offered by the other EPICUR universities to complement your Master's programme
Early Career Researchers (doctoral/PhD, postdocs, up to junior professors)
- Browse the Research Opportunities Portal to find opportunities for project collaboration or research stays at the other EPICUR universities to enhance your research career
- Contact the Hubs coordinators at hubs@epicur.edu.eu to post opportunities at your institution for students and researchers from the other EPICUR universities to do a research stay, research internship, master's thesis and more
News
SAVE THE DATE:
- 8th April 2025: EPICUR Hubs Kick-Off Event
- 7th May 2025: TECHImpulse Virtual Roundtable Discussion: How Can (International) Industry-Research Cooperation Drive Sustainable Transformation?
- 2nd-3rd June 2025: EPICUR Forum on Sustainable Transformation in Odense, Denmark
- 14th-17th October 2025: KIT Science Week & Urban Transformation Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany
FEATURED COURSES:
Issues of Environment and Sustainability
- Issues of Environment and Sustainability: Join in this dynamic EPICUR course tackling global sustainability challenges—from SDGs to digital innovation, planetary health, and decarbonizing mobility in a joint lecture series (AUTh, UvA, SDU, KIT).
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.
EPICUR HUBS BLOG
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
