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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:ISCBE 2026: Article submission are open
DESCRIPTION:9th International Scientific Conference on Business and Economics (ISCBE 2026)\, organized by the Faculty of Business and Economics\, South East European University\, and held as a hybrid event on 11–12 June 2026 at the European University of Valencia\, Spain. \nThis conference provides a forward-looking and interdisciplinary platform for scholars\, policymakers\, and practitioners to explore how economies can become resilient\, competitive\, and future-ready in an era of rapid technological change and global uncertainty. The central theme focuses on the critical role of innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and digital transformation in shaping sustainable and competitive economic systems. \nKey discussions will address topics such as digital competitiveness and economic growth\, innovation driven entrepreneurship\, the role of artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making\, startup and ecosystem development\, digital skills and human capital\, and policy frameworks supporting future oriented economies. Special attention will be given to how firms\, institutions\, and regions can adapt to\ndisruptive technologies while fostering inclusive and sustainable development. \nWe strongly encourage the active participation of master’s and PhD students. The conference offers an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers to present their work\, receive constructive feedback\, and engage in meaningful dialogue with experienced academics and professionals\, contributing to debates that will shape the future of business\, economics\, and digital transformation. \nThe joint organization of this conference results from collaboration within the ChallengeEU Alliance\, co-funded by the European Union\, and provides an opportunity to further strengthen cooperation among the organizers and other alliance partners. \nIMPORTANT DATES:\nFull-paper submission deadline: April 15\, 2026\nNotification of acceptance of papers: April 30\, 2026\nCamera-ready (print version paper) submission deadline: May 31\, 2026\nConference dates: June 11-12\, 2026\n\nMore information >>> 9th ISCBE – CfP (11-12 June 2026)
URL:https://challenge-eu.eu/event/iscbe-2026-article-submissions-are-open/
CATEGORIES:April 15
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