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Training School “The European Political Context” – A Successful Event

The European Political Context Training School, held on February 20-21, 2025, brought together Research Managers and Administrators (RMAs) from across Europe for two days of in-depth discussions on EU policies, research funding landscapes, and strategic networking. The event provided valuable insights to help RMAs better support researchers in navigating European Work Programmes and policy frameworks.

Key Highlights

Throughout the training school, participants explored critical topics, including:

  • Best practices for establishing a Brussels office to enhance institutional policy engagement.
  • Insights into FP10 and the future of EU funding opportunities.
  • Policy landscapes for biomanufacturing and digital manufacturing.
  • Strategic communication and EU networks, featuring hands-on exercises and discussions.

Expert Contributions
We were honored to have lecturers from DTU, IST-ID, and TU Berlin sharing their expertise:

  • Sofia Martins, IST-ID
  • Marta Candeias, IST-ID
  • Ana Espada, IST-ID
  • Simon Elben Hertig, DTU
  • Cornelia Schmidt, TU Berlin

Acknowledgments

We extend our sincere gratitude to all participants for their engagement, insightful contributions, and active discussions. Your shared experiences enriched the training school, fostering valuable exchanges on how RMAs can better align researchers with EU policies and funding opportunities.

For those who attended, we welcome your feedback—feel free to share your key takeaways!

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