Open Day of the First Doctoral School of the MUG – report from the event

29.04.2025

The Open Day of the First Doctoral School of the MUG took place on 23rd April 2025. The event brought together many participants interested in scientific development within the Doctoral School, creating a space for the exchange of experience and scientific thought.

The event was inaugurated with a speech by Prof. Jacek M. Witkowski, Director of the First Doctoral School of the MUG, followed by a welcoming speech by Prof. Michał Żmijewski, Vice-Rector for Science of the MUG. During his presentation, the Director of the First Doctoral School outlined the school’s educational offer, scientific profile, main goals and its mission, as well as opportunities for the development of scientific careers, also in the context of interdisciplinary research and international cooperation.

During the event, participants had the opportunity to listen to a lecture by Prof. Michał Pikuła, Deputy Director of the First Doctoral School for Medical Sciences, who discussed the future of medicine and innovative developments in biomedical sciences. Another highlight was a presentation by Aneta Radziwon-Balicka, Ph.D., D.Sc. on conducting research in an international environment, which inspired the search for new opportunities for scientific cooperation on a global level.

The participants of the Open Day also had the opportunity to learn about the activities of the Doctoral Student Council and listen to presentations by young scientists.

In addition, participants could learn about the offer of international cooperation, the Erasmus+ programme and the activities of the ACE2-EU Alliance. A presentation by the Welcome Point staff, offering support to doctoral students from abroad, was also an important element.

The Open Day of the First Doctoral School of the MUG was an excellent opportunity to learn more about the educational offer and to network in a friendly and open atmosphere. The event was realised thanks to the support of the National Agency for Academic Exchange as part of the project ‘Doctorate Beyond Borders (IntPhD)’ STER – Internationalisation of Doctoral Schools.