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Welcome to the EPICUR Hubs

What are the EPICUR Hubs?

The EPICUR Hubs are a centralised platform for learning, networking and knowledge-sharing across the EPICUR European University Alliance, ultimately supporting career development for early career researchers.
The Sustainable Transformation Hub launches in 2025/26 as the first of these hubs. It offers a space for engaging in research-based courses, seasonal schools, conferences and collaborative projects focused on sustainable transformation.
Three additional hubs focused on Global Health, European Values and Future Intelligence will follow in 2027/28, further expanding the network and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across Europe.

Who are the EPICUR Hubs for?

Master’s students interested in pursuing a research career
Early Career Researchers (PhD/Doctoral candidates, postdocs, and researchers on their way to becoming a full professor)

Why join the EPICUR Hubs?

Gain access to unique teaching and training programmes in Sustainable Transformation and Transversal Skills
Participate in a broad range of mobility formats, from virtual and hybrid to blended-learning and onsite, depending on your preferences
Expand your network and connect with peers and experts in your field of interest across Europe
Learn about funding and mobility opportunities

Get Involved!

We invite you to explore the EPICUR Hubs Virtual Space, engage with our resources and become an active participant in our community.
Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, connect with peers or share your research, our platform is here to support you every step of the way.

Explore the EPICUR Hubs Virtual Space

The virtual space currently consists of three areas. Below you can find more details regarding the content of each.

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Sustainable Transformation Hub

Dive into the thematic hub focusing on the topic of Sustainable Transformation. Discover tailored resources and initiatives designed to address contemporary challenges facing society. Additionally, train your soft skills to complement your research skills through our transversal skills offerings.

Click here to visit the Sustainable Transformation Hub

Networking, Collaboration and Events

Connect with researchers, students and regional stakeholders from across the EPICUR Alliance in our Networking Groups. Discover and participate in virtual and on-site Events. Explore research and exchange opportunities through our Research Opportunities Portal.

Click here to visit Networking, Collaboration and Events

Funding, Mobility and Other Resources

Discover new funding opportunities for your research or mobility. Also, dive into further resources that can support you in your personal and career development.

Click here to visit Funding, Mobility and Other Resources

Inside the EPICUR Hubs: Voices from the Early Career Researchers (ECR) Board

Click here to learn more about Early Career Researcher Board.

News

AUGUST 2025 NEWSLETTER

Read about the latest EPICUR Hubs updates & upcoming opportunities in the August 2025 Hubs newsletter.

SAVE THE DATE:

On January 16th, 2026, a virtual networking session on the topic of sustainable regional development will take place! Target groups are early-career researchers and master's students.

FEATURED OFFERINGS AND EVENTS

Issues of environment and sustainability

This interdisciplinary course is designed for early career researchers to explore pressing environmental and sustainability challenges through a transdisciplinary perspective. Covering key topics such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), natural resource management, and digital innovation, the course dives into both theoretical foundations and practical applications.

Apply as Master's Student

Apply as Early Career Researcher

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