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Workshop: Effective Communication Part 2: In Networks and Collaborations

 

Details

Date: Wed, 24 September 2025, 09:00–12:30 h
Location: virtual via Zoom
Target group: Postdocs of all research fields of the UA Ruhr universities (max. 25 participants)
Trainer: Prof. Dr. Daniel Mertens
Registration deadline: 17 September 2025
Contact for organizational Questions: Dr. Ursula Justus (RUB Research School)

Description

This online workshop is designed to enhance communication skills for postdoctoral researchers to build networks and collaborations and to share research with diverse audiences.

Effective communication is a cornerstone of scientific success. This workshop will equip Postdocs with professional communication skills which increase visibility and impact in the scientific community, and enhance their ability to secure collaborations and funding. Participants will enhance their networking and relationship-building skills, improve their ability to present research to diverse audiences, and acquire negotiation skills for collaborations and funding opportunities. 

The workshop focusses on
•    networking and relationship-building
•    negotiating collaborations and funding
•    presenting research to diverse audiences

After this workshop, participants will be better equipped to navigate complex academic relationships with confidence, present research compellingly to various stakeholders and to build a strong professional network. 

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Trainer

Prof. Dr. Daniel Mertens is Biochemist and leader of his own research group at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and at the University of Ulm. He shares his knowledge and experiences since several years as professional trainer. 

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