VP Research, Doctoral Schools and Legal Advisors MEETING
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From 12 to 14 November 2025, Gdańsk University of Technology (Gdańsk Tech) will host the international ENHANCE VP Research Meeting, dedicated to strengthening scientific collaboration within the ENHANCE Alliance.
The event is organized by the Doctoral School, Office for Young Researchers, International Relations Office, and the ENHANCE Office at Gdańsk Tech, under the patronage of the Vice-Rector for Research and the Rector of Gdańsk Tech.
This meeting will serve as an open forum for in-depth discussions on current and future ENHANCE research initiatives. Its primary goals include strengthening inter-university cooperation, developing joint and double doctoral degrees (cotutelle), supporting young researchers, and sharing best practices in doctoral education and research collaboration.
Participants will include Vice-Rectors for Research, representatives of doctoral schools, researchers, PhD candidates, legal advisors, and administrative staff involved in international research cooperation. The event aims to foster dialogue between academic and administrative stakeholders, leading to practical, implementable outcomes for the entire alliance.
Objectives and Outcomes
One of the key highlights of the meeting will be the presentation of recommendations prepared by ENHANCE doctoral candidates, supported by Gdańsk Tech’s Office for Young Researchers. The proposals will focus on developing research competences, fostering international networks, and strengthening the role of young academics within the alliance.
These recommendations will be presented during the Young Researchers’ Day (13 November) and subsequently forwarded to Vice-Rectors for Research, Doctoral Schools, and the ENHANCE Advisory Assembly.
During the meeting, the Research Working Group (Research WG) will also be formally established to coordinate future ENHANCE research activities and initiatives.
For more details, please check the Programme Overview in the Information Brochure.
Summary
The ENHANCE VP Research Meeting at Gdańsk Tech will serve as a vibrant platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and strategic planning among partner universities.
A special emphasis will be placed on young researchers, whose active participation and insights will help shape the future of international collaboration within the ENHANCE Alliance. The meeting aims to produce concrete recommendations and practical actions to strengthen research ties, promote cotutelle programmes, and foster innovation and excellence across Europe’s leading technical universities.