This compact course unifies four expert-led videos into a single, end-to-end guide for preparing a successful European Research Council (ERC) proposal. You’ll learn how to craft compelling research narratives in Parts B1 and B2, structure Part A correctly, and present your CV and track record to strengthen credibility. An insider walkthrough demystifies how ERC panels are formed, how proposals are reviewed, and what matters at each decision point—so you can target reviewer expectations. You’ll also get practical strategies to prepare and deliver a focused interview, handle challenging Q&A, and avoid common pitfalls. Finally, the ethics module shows how to identify issues early, complete the ethics self-assessment, and meet ERC requirements. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap, concrete checklists, and actionable tips to raise the quality and competitiveness of your submission.
- Teacher: Anežka Malčíková
Giving scientific presentations is a vital skill for sharing research and gaining visibility in the wider scientific community. The ability to present clearly and confidently can greatly support career development, whether PhD students pursue academic research, move into industry, or start their own ventures.
Yet many presentations fail to engage their audience, often due to common pitfalls such as overly complex content, lack of structure, monotonous delivery, or a mismatch between the speaker’s focus and the audience’s interests.
This online course provides a theoretical foundation for creating effective scientific presentations. It is designed to help learners understand what makes a presentation impactful, how to tailor content to different audiences (scientific peers, potential funders, media, or the public), and how to structure and design their talk for maximum clarity and engagement.
The course focuses on two key aspects: what to present (content strategy) and how to present it (communication style and delivery theory). Although practical application is not included in this module, learners will gain actionable insights that will prepare them to put these principles into practice.
Participants interested in applying these skills in a live setting are encouraged to join a follow-up course, which will provide opportunities for peer feedback, self-reflection, and presentation practice in a supportive environment.
This course offers a practical introduction to PhD supervision, designed especially for early-career researchers beginning their mentoring journey. Delivered by internationally recognised experts affiliated with ORPHEUS (The Organisation for PhD Education in Biomedicine and Health Sciences in the European System), the workshop focuses on key aspects of effective supervision—from communication and conflict resolution to time management and responsible research conduct.
Participants will benefit from real-life examples, personal experiences, and actionable strategies shared by experienced supervisors. The course encourages a reflective, structured approach to mentorship and provides tools to build strong, professional relationships with PhD students.
- Teacher: Anežka Malčíková
The Research Data Management course is your comprehensive guide to navigating the realm of Open Science, with a particular focus on research data management. In this course, you will explore the concept of FAIR data, learn how to integrate its principles into your daily scientific work, and understand how to meet the research data management requirements set by various funding bodies.
- Teacher: Petra Dědicová