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The International Scholars & Welcome Office is your starting point when planning a research stay at KIT as foreign guest scientist, lecturer, doctoral candidate, or a post-doctoral researcher.
On the following websites we will provide you with all relevant information related to your upcoming stay.
Please contact IScO at your earliest convenience so that we can offer a personalized and comprehensive guidance to you.
Fellowships for threatened foreign researchers for a period of up to 24 months.
7th call now open!
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Thursday, 13 February at 6 p.m
Migration & Human Trafficking in the Global South: Cameroon to the Arab Gulf States
Lecture of Dr. Jonathan Ngeh
Location: Adolf Würth Building, bldg. 11.30, Engelbert-Arnold-Straße 2 (CS)
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KIT organized the first International Days that took place on October 9 and 10.
The International Days represent an opportunity of encounter and dialog for a better intercultural understanding.
Panel Discussion "Living Internationality - Research Groups at KIT: Insights by Hosts"
The award is aimed at outstanding scientists (senior scientists) and research managers from abroad who have distinguished themselves through their work in areas relevant to Helmholtz.
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For 2020-2021, Fulbright Germany welcomes applications from U.S. students and scholars from all disciplines.
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On May 16, the next Humboldt Regional Group Karlsruhe-Pforzheim e.V. lecture "Natural Sciences and Engineering meet Economics" is given by Professor Dr. Dirk Wentzel and Dr. Erik Bründermann.
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The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science's (JSPS) programs provide overseas researchers with an opportunity to collaborate with researchers in Japan.
Humboldt-Research prize winner
Professor Dr. Dr. h. c. mult. Panayote (Panos) M. Pardalos, University of Florida
talks about the topic
“On the Limits of Computation in Non-convex Optimization”
Date: Monday, 22 July 2019, 14:00h
Place: Room 320, Building 09.21
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Globetrotter and scientist Alexander von Humboldt was born 250 years ago. To mark the anniversary, numerous ceremonies, conferences, lectures, projects and other activities will be taking place.
A second workshop concerning the subject of Threatened Researchers and organized by IScO and ZAK, took place on 6th December 2018. Prior to the workshop a film screening of a documentary had been organized in the course of the World Science Café.
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The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is one of the winners of the competition for Research Alumni Meetings Abroad.
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The workshop from June 3-5 aims to gather junior group leaders in the fields of chemistry, physics, and astronomy and their academic administrative leaders. Free places left, apply now!
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Until April 1, 2019, German young scientists who are planning a four- to six-month research project at a US university beginning after November 1, 2019, may apply.
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Date:
November 15th, 2018
Venue:
Senatssaal, Engelbert-Arnold-Straße 2, 76131 Karlsruhe, Campus Süd
Target-group:
international students, interns, doctoral candidates who are about to finish their degree, as well as postdoctoral researchers who are interested in entering the German labor market
Under DAAD’s STIBET program, KIT offers research and teaching assistantships as well as scholarships for foreign doctoral researchers.
Application deadline extended to September 30, 2018.
Postdoctoral Researchers International Mobility Experience (PRIME) - Call for applications has ended.
Funding is provided for 18 months, in which 12 months have to be spent abroad and 6 months (re-integration phase) at a German university."
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Helmholtz Association and the office of China Postdoc Council offer a postdoctoral exchange program for a joint selection, co-funding 50 outstanding young scholars annually to work as a postdoc in a Helmholtz research centre for a two year period.
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The Arab-German Young Academy (AGYA) promotes research cooperation among outstanding early-career researchers who are affiliated with a research institution in Germany or any Arab country.
Application Deadline 3 April 2018
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The special research area 1015 „Muße. Grenzen, Raumzeitlichkeit, Praktiken“ from Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, supported by the German Research Foundation offers two scholarships (12 months) to doctoral candidates from abroad. Find more information.
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The forum organized by the above-named organizations brings together the perspectives and selected concepts of R&I in Germany and Israel. It gives young scientists, entrepreneurs and professionals from both countries the opportunity to discuss current developments in R&I and to work together on ideas, how to promote a cross-disciplinary exchange and how to open new channels for research and innovation.
The program offers highly-qualified students from Brazil, Chile, Iran, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Namibia, Peru, South Africa and Vietnam the opportunity to study in selected English-language master degree programs or to complete their PhD in applied research at German universities in the thematic fields of sustainable water management. Studies are to be carried out in Germany. The objective of the program is to qualify experts in sustainable water management technology for the respective home countries, to enhance technological cooperation between those countries and Germany.
On Thursday, November 30th 2017 at 7:00 pm, we will be hosting our next Humboldt Regional Group Karlsruhe-Pforzheim e.V. Lecture “A glimpse into partial differential equations”, given by Dr. Alberto Saldaña.
Dr. Alberto Saldaña holds an Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship for Postdoctoral Researchers and is conducting research at the Institute for Analysis at KIT. His host Professor Dr. Wolfgang Reichel holds a chair at the Department of Mathematics at KIT.
Das Ontario Baden-Württemberg Faculty Mobility Program ist ein Stipendienprogramm, welches WissenschaftlerInnen aller 9 baden-württembergischen Universitäten Forschungsaufenthalte an einer von 14 Partneruniversitäten in der Provinz Ontario, Kanada ermöglicht.
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Zur Unterstützung der Internationalisierung in den Natur- und Ingenieurwissenschaften vermittelt der Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst (DAAD) nordamerikanische, britische und irische Bachelor Studierende in Forschungspraktika an deutsche Hochschulen und Forschungseinrichtungen. Die Studierenden werden während ihres Praktikums von einer Doktorandin oder einem Doktoranden angeleitet und betreut. Der DAAD unterstützt die in den Sommermonaten stattfindenden Forschungspraktika mit Stipendien, finanziert durch Mittel des Auswärtigen Amts und durch institutionelle Kooperationen.
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Ziel des Programms ist es, in Zusammenarbeit mit der Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) hochqualifizierten promovierten deutschen Nachwuchswissenschaftlern und sowie Doktoranden einen kurzfristigen Forschungsaufenthalt an Universitäten und ausgewählten Forschungseinrichtungen in Japan zu ermöglichen. Bewerben können sich Postdoktoranden und Doktoranden aller Fachrichtungen. Gefördert werden Forschungsvorhaben an Universitäten und ausgewählten Forschungseinrichtungen in Japan. Nicht gefördert werden Aufenthalte zur Verbesserung der Sprachkenntnisse oder zur Durchführung landeskundlicher Studienen.
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On 8th July 2017, at 10 h we will meet at Karlsruhe train station for an informative breakfast, to then carry on
with an excursion to Strasbourg, the European city, so strongly characterised by two nations. Our guide Helmut
Schneider will explain, how the „to and fro“ of Strasbourg‘s history has left its marks on the cityscape, its inhabitants and their culture. There will be further stops for background information while tasting some of the delicacies of the local cuisine, and of course time for free roaming around in this beautiful, very European town. The party will leave Strasbourg around 19 h.
For further information please contact Visitingresearcher@intl.kit.edu.
Registration: KIT Studienkolleg: www.stk.kit.edu (limited to 18 participants)
Registration fees: €20, before the 30th June 2017. (money transfer / cash)
In a new event series, fled and threatened scientists offer insights into their research
In the winter semester 2016/17, the ZAK, in cooperation with the International Scholars & Welcome Office (IScO), will be hosting a new series of events in the scope of which refugees give an account of their scientific work. The new format is part of the KIT’s activities within the framework of the Philipp Schwartz Initiative, which was launched by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation together with the German Federal Foreign Office.
Programme - Wednesday, 19. July 2017, 18:00
Dr. Zafer Yilmaz
of the Faculty of Economics and Social Science at University Potsdam
Location:
Foyer of the Presidential Building (Adolf-Würth-Gebäude, Geb. 11.30)
Engelbert-Arnold-Str. 2, 76131 Karlsruhe
On 19 September 2017, you will have the chance to present your research project, benefit from a professional presentation coaching including feedback free of charge and network with other doctoral researchers!
Submission deadline extended till Friday, June 16!
Eucor – The European Campus invites emerging researchers of its mermber universties to join an information and networking day
The event offers an unique opportunity to inform about financing in the area of researching. Furthermore, there is the posibility to .In addition, participants have the opportunity to gain more awareness of their competences acquired during the doctoral studies, to profit from expert reports from the experts, in order to develop better career perspectives.
For whom?
The event is aimed at young researchers from the member universities of Eucor - The European Campus.
When and where?
Thursday, June 1st 2017 - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Université de Strasbourg – Institut Le Bel
Working languages?
German and French with und Französisch (simultaneous translation)
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EU Commission's Directorate-General for Research and Innovation will organize a high-level conference on the interim evaluation of Horizon 2020 and the role of research and innovation for Europe's future. Pascal Lamy, the chair of the "High Level Group on maximizing the impact of European research and innovation programs", will present the Group's vision and recommendations for the future, based on the results of the interim evaluation of Horizon 2020 and the Commission will launch the stakeholder consultation for the successor framework program.
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Do you work in the natural or economic sciences and are interested in pursuing interdisciplinary research? Would you like to network with international colleagues? Through its add-on fellowships, the Joachim Herz Stiftung supports doctoral candidates and postdocs who are working on interdisciplinary questions in the field of systems biology and related research areas or on economic questions of interdisciplinary relevance. Applications are welcome from young researchers of any nationality who are working at a German research institution.
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Wie funktioniert ein echter Quantencomputer und wie weit sind wir von der Anwendung entfernt? Im Interview spricht Humboldt-Professor Wolfgang Wernsdorfer vom Physikalischen Institut (PHI) am KIT über Googles Qubit-Quantenchip und die hohe Erwartungshaltung.
The programme "Postdoctoral Researchers International Mobility Experience" (P.R.I.M.E.) supports the international mobility of postdoctoral researchers by temporary positions at German universities in place of conventional scholarships. The programme has been funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the European Union (EU/FP7/Marie Curie Actions/COFUND). Funding is provided for 18 months, in which 12 months have to be spent abroad and 6 months (re-integration phase) at a German university. The re-integration phase is mandatory. The German university administrates the salary during the whole funding period.
Call for applications 2017 (PDF)
The application deadline is on: May 15th, 2017
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Trump and Brexit, AfD and Front National, political apathy and mistrust: The open society is threatened – be it by nationalism, xenophobia or populism. Within the framework of the 21st Karlsruhe Dialogues under the title “Pluralistic Societies and its Enemies”, experts, artists and activists from various countries and cultures come together to discuss the future of a diverse society from March 3 to March 5, 2017.
More Information and Registration: http://www.zak.kit.edu/english/5124.php
Eucor – The European Campus invites emerging researchers of its mermber universties to join an information and networking day.
The event offers an unique opportunity to inform about financing in the area of researching. Furthermore, there is the posibility to .In addition, participants have the opportunity to gain more awareness of their competences acquired during the doctoral studies, to profit from expert reports from the experts, in order to develop better career perspectives.
For whom?
The event is aimed at young researchers from the member universities of Eucor - The European Campus.
When and where?
Thursday, June 1st 2017 - 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Université de Strasbourg – Institut Le Bel
Working languages?
German and French with und Französisch (simultaneous translation)
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You finished your promotion with an excellent result? You believe that science can change the world? You are able to explain the impact of your dissertation project on society in a short text? Then apply for Deutscher Studienpreis! For contributions of outstanding social significance by young researchers, the Körber-Stitung is awarding annual prizes of over 100,000 € in total, with three 25,000 € top prizes.
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German courses by DUO are offered on every level of proficiency. You learn everything you need for your stay in Germany in the courses: you hear a lot about your studies, you get to know the country and the people, you learn special languages and gain expert knowledge. Contact person: Oliver Kaas
After a successful application to IScO, further steps are undertaken in cooperation with the Studienkolleg. Your contact / online tutor will be an experienced member of their staff. Correspondence course assignments are mandatory and your learning progress will be evaluated.
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Humboldt Regional Group Karlsruhe-Pforzheim e.V. lecture
Dear Humboldt Fellows, Colleagues and Friends,
On December 1st at 7:00 pm we will be hosting our next Humboldt Regional Group Karlsruhe-Pforzheim e.V. lecture on
"Quantum information processing using superconducting circuits", given by Dr. Ioan Pop .
Date & Time: December 1st 2016 at 7:00 pm.
Venue: "Guest House and Conference Center” , Engesserstr. 3, Campus South, KIT.
This lecture is open to everybody interested in this topic. For organizational purposes please register via e-mail if you plan to attend.
Promoting international mobility of researchers
On October 27th, the International Scholars and Welcome Office presents the 12th Humboldt-Tag at KIT. Young researchers as well as experienced scholars have the chance to receive information about funding opportunities from the Humboldt Foundation as well as about supporting services at KIT. Further Humboldt-fellows will share their experiences and present their current research at KIT
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On 20 September 20 universities and research facilities have founded the German Section of the Scholars at Risk Network (SAR) in Bonn, in order to be able to communicate about possibilities for the support of threatened researchers and to draw attention to the infringement of academic freedom.
The German Section is part of the international Scholars at Risk Network (SAR), in which higher education institutions are working together worldwide. The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation will host the secretariat of the German Section until March 2019.
To the press release of the Alexander von Humboldt-Foundation
In the context of "International Networking Days 2016": Workshop - Scholars at Risk with Philipp Schwartz Initiative at KIT. Presentations and personal reports provide an insight into the refugee issue at the KIT with the opportunity for discussion.
28th September, 3 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Senatssaal, Building 11.30. Campus South
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The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation is granting up to six Georg Forster Research Awards annually.
The Georg Forster Research Award is granted in recognition of a researcher's entire achievements to date to academics of all disciplines whose fundamental discoveries, new theories, or insights have had a significant impact on their own discipline and beyond and who are expected to continue developing research-based solutions to the specific challenges facing transition and developing countries.
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation particularly encourages the nomination of qualified female researchers.
The award amount totals €60,000. In Germany, research awards are generally exempt from income tax under German tax law.
In the framework of MSCA IF 2015 several universities in Israel, Collegium Civitas and University of Silesia in Poland and Valahia University of Târgovişte in Romania express their interest to host Marie S. Curie fellows.
- Overview of hosting universities in Israel
- Poland, Collegium Civitas
- The University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland (Particle Physics)
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Romania, Valahia University of Târgovişte
KIT-IPS/ANKA - Shizuoka University
Dr. Erik Bründermann, Humboldt Fellow and head of the Accelerator Research department at IPS of the ANKA Synchrotron Radiation Facility has recently been elected as "Honorable Guest Professor of Shizuoka University" for the fourth time in a row. KIT and Shizuoka University are both home of an IEEE Milestone!
Currently the researchers at Shizuoka University and KIT-IPS cooperate to develop terahertz cameras for imaging that use near-field effects.
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