Curiosity and Community in Research
Date: Friday, 27th of February 2026
Time: 15:00 - 17:00 CET
We will hold this as an online event.
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Welcome to the IMISCOE PhD Day 2026!
Research is, among other things, driven by curiosity. For PhD students, this means the impulse to ask questions, to explore data, and to follow ideas wherever they may lead. Curiosity helps us navigate the hurdles of our trajectories, turning challenges into opportunities for discovery. Yet we are not curious on our own. When we recognise the guidance and support of others, it becomes clear that a community grounds our curiosity, reminding us that research builds on shared efforts and sustained encouragement. Especially for PhD students, having a community provides a network of support. That is why we want to follow the connection between community and curiosity for this year's instalment of the PhD Day.
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Speakers
- Nomkhosi Mbatha (University of the Western Cape)
- Jasmin Lilian Diab (Lebanese American University)
- Kerilyn Schewel (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Deadline to register: Monday 23rd of February 2026 at 12:00 CET
Register here: https://forms.gle/8G8hhA3Yz84gptdZA
