REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: https://indico.leibniz-fli.de/event/9/
The General Assembly of the Leibniz PhD Network is taking place in Jena on November 15th and 16th, 2024.
Once a year, doctoral researchers from all 96 Leibniz Institutes gather for this vital assembly. It is a time to connect, collaborate, and address the current and future challenges of doctoral research. From insightful discussions to invaluable networking opportunities, the General Assembly is a cornerstone event for the Leibniz PhD Network. The event is open to all PhD researchers, not just PhD representatives.
What to Expect:
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow PhD researchers from across the Leibniz community.
- Best Practices: Share and learn from the best practices implemented at various institutes.
- Discussions: Engage in discussions on the challenges and opportunities in doctoral research.
- Steering Committee Election: Participate in the election of a new Steering Committee and shape the future of the network.
Preliminary AGENDA
Friday, 15 November
| Start | Finish | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 | – | Light Lunch and Networking |
| 13:30 | – | Welcome Address Prof. Sebastian Lentz, Leibniz Vice President |
| 13:45 | – | About the Network Overview of purpose, structure, finance, history, and future |
| 14:30 | – | Fun Visitor Activity at the FLI |
| 15:15 | – | Mental Health Panel Discussion Panelists: Prof. Sebastian Lentz (Leibniz Vice President) Selma Yagoub (Steering Committee Member) Claudia Müller (FLI Graduate School Coordinator) |
| 16:15 | – | Break |
| 16:45 | – | Working Group Presentations and N² Overview |
| 17:45 | 18:00 | Announcement of Tomorrow’s Activities & Voting Explanation |
| – | – | End of Day 1 Self-paid dinner |
Saturday, 16 November
| Start | Finish | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | – | Introduction to Leibniz Dr. Marvin Bähr (40 min) |
| 10:10 | – | Voting |
| 10:50 | – | Break |
| 11:10 | – | Organized Networking and Experience Sharing • Discussion on non-WG activities: N², meetings, personal experiences • Recruitment call and quiz questions • Interactive session |
| 12:40 | – | Group Photo |
| 12:50 | 13:00 | Farewell |
| 13:00 | – | Lunch Brief old SC – new SC meeting |
More information about registration details will follow on this page.