EELISA MATMATH Challenge: Connecting Maths and Materials

A pilot learning experience based on challenges, The MATMATCH Challenge has been integrated within the framework of the Degree in Materials Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM). Spearheaded by UPM’s SSERIES and Advanced Materials for a Sustainable Future Community EELISA Communities, this initiative harnesses ‘Retos EELISA’ funding to foster Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) experiences, bridging academia…

Elephant, whale, sun and a heart full of colour – Work Package Leaders Meeting at FAU

Mirjam Mbumaston, Esra Hergert, University founder Markgraf Friedrich von Brandenburg-Bayreuth, Petra Moog, Myra Posluschny-Treuner (from left to right) From May 22nd to 24th, the Rectors, Vice-Rectors, Presidents and Directors of EELISA, as well as representatives of the EELISA Executive Board, EELISA Student Council and members of EELISA Working Teams, convened in Erlangen, Germany.  This “EELISA…

PAULA GARCÍA: “Young people are not the generation of the future; we are the voice that must be heard in the present.”

Between April 10-12, the 3rd edition of the European Student Assembly was held at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, a forum attended by over 250 students from alliances of European Universities to discuss current issues and develop policy recommendations for the future of Europe. Paula García, UPM student, shares with us in this interview conducted…

‘Engagement with Society through EELISA Communities’ First Onsite Meeting

We are curious minds wandering along our academic journeys, seeking novel research pathways for a better society. EELISA communities lie at the core of this ultimate goal. The transformative societal impact that EELISA communities create is expanding its sphere of influence incrementally. Interdisciplinary, interculturality, and mobility within and across EELISA communities are key facilitators to…

EELISA Diversity Award: An interview with winner Hatice Kose

Diversity is a fundamental and invaluable asset that enriches every aspect of society, including workplaces, educational institutions, and communities. For this reason, EELISA’s research and innovation arm, InnoCORE, has actively collected best practices and initiatives implemented by individual researchers and research structures to promote diversity within their teams. The focus extended to encompass various aspects…

The 1st Enrepreneurship School, a turning point in developing business ideas

More than 25 people from 15 different nationalities gathered last week from the 16th until the 20th of October at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg – Research Campus Waischenfeld for a transformative learning experience focused on entrepreneurship. From Customer Centric Innovation to diving into the depths of Business Design Processes and mastering the Elevator Pitch, students, PhDs and employees from…

Can we make society more egalitarian? Social Science Garage emergency workshop for engineers

The EELISA community “Egalitarian Societies: Opportunities for Everyone” arises from different Service Learning projects that work with very diverse social groups. In these projects, students participate in activities that have direct contact with the real problems of our society. However, the participation of engineers in this type of projects, with an important social component, presents…

Mini rockets, helicopters, and hot air balloons: Cătălin Burtea’s participation at UPB’s SpaceFest

The inaugural edition of POLI SpaceFEST was held from the 11th until the 13th of June at the National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest, featuring unique and innovative sessions, workshops, and conferences during the 3 days of the science festival.  Having its aim set on developing and promoting the airspace domain, SpaceFEST saw…