How can we shape a future where science is sustainable, inclusive, and conducted with integrity? Join us at the UMCG Joint Research Institutes Symposium ‘United for Responsible Science’, where we come together to explore what responsible research truly means in practice.
Expect inspiring keynotes, a lively pitch competition featuring early-career researchers, and the celebration of UMCG internal grant winners. The event offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue and strengthen our collective commitment to responsible scientific practice.
Reserve your seat now by registering below and stay informed on more detailed information with respect to the keynote lectures.
| 09:00 | Intro by Dean of Research: Jochen Mierau |
| 09:15 | Planetary Health (Keynote by Jenneke Kramer) |
| 09:40 | Diversity and Inclusion (Keynote by Michaela Carrière) |
| 10:05 | Scientific Integrity (Keynote by Stan van der Pelt) |
| 10:30 | Coffee break |
| 11:00 | Pitch-competition (PhD, Postdoc, UD) |
| 12:15 | Audience voting |
| 12:20 | Award Ceremony UMCG internal Grants |
| 12:45 | Announcement Pitch Winners |
| 12:50 | Closing words |
| 13:00 | Lunch |
Submit your abstract before January 8, 2026 (5 PM) via the form below. Institute Management Teams will select three abstracts per institute. Selected competitors will be notified by January 29, 2026 to prepare their 6-minute pitch presentation. The winners (one per institute) will receive a certificate and a 100 euro voucher. NB: Online pitch presentation is not an option. If you cannot be physically present on February 12, 2026, we recommend to not submit an abstract.
