Max Planck PhDnet

Our #PhDnetGM2024 has come to an end with the election of our new Steering Group! 🎉 Thanks for everyone being so involved in the discussions, standing for elections & contributing to our PhDnet spirit! 🚀 Meet the new team below👇 #maxplanckphdnet

As you may have seen, DER SPIEGEL and DW investigated power abuse by Max Planck directors towards junior scientists and published articles alongside a documentary. The #PhDnet Steering Group released a statement addressing the case. You can read it here: phdnet.mpg.de/227406/stateme…

🚀 Max Planck scientists interested in turning their research into a #startup can apply until July 7th, 2025 for the MAX!mize Batch #5 incubation program. They’ll also be hosting several webinars to introduce this opportunity. Learn more: maximize-incubator.com

Congratulations to our scientist Nikita Kudakov! His project Great Gig Group is part of #MAX!mize, the @maxplanckpress startup program, and was awarded 50,000€. Based on Nikita's research, it helps rappers improve their stage performances: s.gwdg.de/i6od5O

What annoys you the most in scientific papers? 🤔#IMPRSQuiz #FridayQuiz #phdlife #phdvoice #AcademicChatter

Welcome to MPG City, the virtual metropolis showcasing the groundbreaking research and innovative projects of the Max Planck Society! 🏙️💻 Explore the hidden gems and collaborative networks that make MPG so special 🔍 👀 mpgcity.mpdl.mpg.de #MPGCity #MPG #MPDL #science

#FridayQuiz: What’s your reaction to finding a typo in your submitted paper?📝 #IMPRSQuiz #phdlife #phdvoice #AcademicChatter

Academia in 2025

In this episode,@juliane_vanSch talks to @GagnonPauline, a particle physicist whose mission is to share the story of Mileva Marić. Mileva likely contributed significantly to the scientific breakthroughs that her husband, Albert Einstein, is credited for. podfollow.com/offspring-podc…

🎓💬What's your favorite way to explain your research to non-academics? #IMPRSQuiz #FridayQuiz #phdlife #phdvoice

🎓 Calling all Max Planck doctoral researchers! 🎓 The PhDnet Survey 2024 is here! 📊 Make your voice heard and drive positive change for all PhD students in the MPS. 📧 Check your inbox for your personalized link to participate until Nov 27, 2024. #PhDnet #MaxPlanckSociety

#OpenScienceMeeting2024 has come to an end! It was a great experience learning about tools and resources to foster transparency and collaboration in research. Big thanks to the organizers and everyone involved! @MPDL 🌍📚🔓 #OpenScience

✨ Day 1 of the Open Science Ambassadors Meeting has come to an end! We kicked off with inspiring talks and engaging workshops, sparking insightful discussions on advancing #OpenScience. Looking forward to Day 2 tomorrow! 🌍💡 @MPDL #OpenScienceMeeting2024

🔍 Tomorrow’s the day! The Open Science Ambassadors General Meeting kicks off in Berlin! 📍 We’re excited to gather with colleagues to discuss and drive forward #OpenScience initiatives. Check out the program here: osambassadors.mpdl.mpg.de/program-2024 🌍💡 #OpenScienceMeeting2024

Congratulations to Ellen Rumley on successfully defending her Ph.D.! 🎓🥳 Ellen made a memorable impression as the first graduate from our Robotic Materials Department, dressed in impressive armor reminiscent of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and symbol of @maxplanckpress!

Wondering what it's like to do a PhD at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics? Don't wonder any further, have a look at this➡️youtube.com/watch?v=pCiMKX… (full video) & do get in touch🤗 @MCQST_cluster

A detectable change in the air-sea CO2 flux estimate from sailboat measurements @jac_beh @TosteTanhua nature.com/articles/s4159…

What's your favorite procrastination activity?🤔 #IMPRSQuiz #FridayQuiz #phdlife #phdvoice

🚨 Attention Early Career Scientists in #Meteorology!🚨 The Reinhard-Süring Foundation is offering up to 3 travel grants of €750 for trips between April 2025 & March 2026. Apply by Feb 28, 2025, in German or English. rs-stiftung.org! 🌍✈️ #Funding #TravelGrants #ECS