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SUMMARY:Call for Applications: PhD Research Scholarships - FCT–Universidade Europeia (Lisbon)
DESCRIPTION:Universidade Europeia is launching its first call for 5 PhD Research Scholarships under the FCT–Universidade Europeia (ChallengeEU) protocol. These are mixed scholarships (Portugal + mobility within the alliance)\, designed to strengthen our joint research capacity and enable co-supervision and research stays across partner universities. \nThese scholarships are made possible through funding from FCT\, the Portuguese national public agency that supports and promotes scientific research\, technology\, andinnovation across all fields of knowledge. To ensure you receive the most accurate assistance\, please address any questions or future correspondence regarding this matter to the Science Management Office at Universidade Europeia Lisbon: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt \nKey facts (call summary):\n• Number of scholarships: 5\n• Main thematic areas (choose 1 main SDG + up to 3 keywords/subtopics): SDG 3\, SDG 9\, SDG 13 (see shortlist below)\n• Duration: annual grants\, renewable up to a maximum of 48 months\n• International mobility: research period at a ChallengeEU partner university up to 12 months\n• Call period: March 15\, 2026 (00:00) to May 15\, 2026 (23:59\, Lisbon time)\n• How to apply: applications must be submitted by email only to research@universidadeeuropeia.pt (no other submission channels)\n• Info/contact: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt \nCo-supervision shortlist (as stated in the call):\nSDG 3 | Health & Well-Being\n• Health promotion\, prevention\, and social determinants of health (including territorial inequalities)\n• Innovation in healthcare and proximity services (especially in rural/peripheral regions)\n• Digital health and hybrid care delivery models (telehealth\, monitoring\, health literacy) \nSDG 9 | Smart Digitalization\n• Digital transformation in education and research (platforms\, open resources\, alternative credentials)\n• Digital skills and digital inclusion (especially where literacy gaps exist)\n• Responsible technologies and innovation (governance\, transparency\, explainability\, trust in digital systems) \nSDG 13 | Sustainable Futures\n• Climate transition and applied sustainability at regional level (energy\, mobility\, water\, waste\, circularity)\n• Green innovation and adoption of sustainable technologies in regional “testbeds”\n• Scenario planning and implementation strategies for sustainability in concrete territories \nHow you can help (co-supervision / hosting mobility):\nIf you have interest in co-supervising or hosting a research stay (up to 12 months)\,\nplease reply with:\n1. Name + unit/department\n2. SDG area(s) + subtopic(s) you can support\n3. Preferred type of involvement (co-supervision\, hosting mobility\, both)\n4. Any brief notes on facilities/data/testbeds you can offer \nWe will use your input to match applicants’ research plans with suitable ChallengeEU co-supervisors and host institutions.
URL:https://challenge-eu.eu/event/call-for-applications-5-phd-research-scholarships-fct-universidade-europeia-lisbon/
CATEGORIES:May 15
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SUMMARY:Symposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Call for Papers\nSymposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education\nIn a world facing complex social\, environmental and ethical challenges\, higher education institutions play a fundamental role in shaping responsible professionals and engaged global citizens. Universities are not only spaces for knowledge production\, but also laboratories for new forms of learning\, collaboration and societal transformation. Within the framework of the One World Academy Week\, the Symposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education – Ethics\, Responsibility and Global Education invites academics\, researchers\, and higher education practitioners to share research and pedagogical practices that contribute to advancing sustainability\, ethics and global responsibility in higher education. Aligned with the One World pillar of the Universidade Europeia’s Academic Model\, this symposium aims to foster dialogue around innovative teaching approaches\, impactful research and institutional practices that promote a more inclusive\, ethical and sustainable academic ecosystem. The symposium will bring together scholars and educators interested in exploring how higher education can actively contribute to addressing global challenges and preparing students to act with responsibility\, critical awareness and intercultural understanding. \nTopics of Interest\nWe welcome contributions that explore\, but are not limited to\, the following themes: \n\nIntegration of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into higher education curricula\nEthical education and applied ethics in academic contexts\nInnovative pedagogical approaches for sustainability and global citizenship\nIntercultural learning and internationalisation in higher education\nHuman-centred learning or community-engaged learning addressing societal challenges\nInstitutional strategies for sustainability in universities\nHigher education as a driver of social innovation and environmental responsibility\nInterdisciplinary approaches to global challenges in education\nCase studies of impactful educational practices in higher education\n\n  \n>>> Submit your abstract here.\nSubmissions may include: \n\nResearch papers\nPedagogical practices or educational case studies\nInnovative teaching methodologies applied in higher education\n\nImportant Dates \n\nAbstract submission deadline: 17 April\nNotification of acceptance: 24 April\nSymposium date: 18-20 May\n\nSubmission Guidelines Authors are invited to submit an abstract of up to 300 words\, clearly outlining the objective\, methodology (if applicable)\, and main contributions of the work. Submissions should indicate whether the proposal corresponds to: \n\nA research paper\, or\nA pedagogical practice / educational innovation\n\nAccepted contributions will be presented during the symposium as oral presentations. \nAbout One World\nThe One World pillar of the Universidade Europeia’s Academic Model promotes a holistic educational vision that integrates academic excellence\, ethical commitment and global citizenship. Through interdisciplinary learning\, international collaboration\, applied ethics and sustainability-oriented education\, One World aims to empower students to understand and shape a rapidly transforming world. The symposium forms part of the One World Academy Week\, an initiative that brings together students\, faculty\, researchers and international partners to explore new ideas\, share best practices and strengthen the role of higher education in building a more sustainable\, inclusive and responsible future.
URL:https://challenge-eu.eu/event/symposium-sustainable-futures-in-higher-education/
CATEGORIES:April 17
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