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 – Introduction: Jochen Mierau, Vice Dean of Research
09:15 – Planetary Health: Keynote by Schelto Kruijff
09:40 – Diversity and Inclusion: Keynote by Michaela Carrière
10:05 – Scientific Integrity: Keynote by Stan van Pelt
10:30 – Coffee break
11:00 – Pitch Competition (Early Career Researchers)
12:15 – Award Ceremony (Tekke Huizinga Award and UMCG Internal Grants)
12:45 – Announcement of Pitch Winners
12:55 – Closing Words
13:00 – Lunch
Are you an early career researcher (PhD or within 5 years of completing your PhD)? 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.
