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???Exciting Event Alert!? Join us on?Saturday, November 23, 2024, for the hybrid workshop? “Variability and Influence on Conscious Experience: Perception and Memory”?at Rutgers University, supported by University Alliance Ruhr. ???Location:?Seminar Room 524B, Rutgers Philosophy Department (106 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901, US) and online via Zoom. ???Time:?10:00 AM – 4:15 PM (EST) This workshop brings together renowned experts in philosophy and cognitive science to explore how perception and memory shape conscious experiences. ??Talk Lineup: ???10:00 – 11:00: Susanna Schellenberg (Rutgers) –?“The Flexibility and Stability of Perspectives” ???11:15 – 12:15: Albert Newen (Ruhr University Bochum) –?“Perceptual Experiences: How Are They Shaped by Cognition?” ???14:00 – 15:00: Sofiia Rappe (RUB & our Futures Fellow) –?“Sense of Reality in Perception and Memory” ???15:15 – 16:15: Markus Werning (RUB) ?? Don’t miss this chance to engage with thought-provoking discussions and network with like-minded individuals. ????Attendance is free, but registration is required?(both in-person and online). ?? Find the registration link in the comment section! For any questions, contact Sofiia Rappe at?[email protected] Help us spread the word by sharing this post or tagging friends and colleagues interested in philosophy, cognition, and memory research. Let’s dive into the depths of conscious experience together! ?? Priya S. Nayar Vanessa Hajduga Daniela Gimenez Jimenez Benjamin Badstieber Dr. Jessica M. Szczuka #CognitiveScience #Consciousness #Workshop #Networking

What an incredible weekend at the?German American Conference at Harvard University! ???????? The event was filled with?insightful panels, workshops, and engaging discussions, creating a vibrant space for ideas and collaboration. The opportunity to connect and network with professionals and changemakers from diverse backgrounds was truly inspiring. ???Personal highlight:?Meeting so many talented students interested in our?Ruhr Fellowship program! Their curiosity and enthusiasm were inspiring, and it was a pleasure to share more about how the program bridges the "Ruhrgebiet" and the U.S. A huge thank you to the organizers and everyone I had the chance to connect with!

DE: Danke an @mkwnrw für die F?rderung unseres Projektes "DniPRONrw" Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum Technische Universit?t Dortmund Universit?t Duisburg-Essen! Wir freuen uns sehr darüber, gemeinsam einen zukunftsgerichteten und nachhaltigen Beitrag zum Erhalt und Ausbau der akademischen Potenziale der Ukraine zu leisten und aktiv beim Wiederaufbau des Wissenschaftssystems unterstützen. "Die Universit?tsallianz Ruhr hat unter der Federführung der Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum eine Plattform entwickelt, durch die Wissenschaftler und Studierende in der Ukraine auf Lehrinhalte und Materialen zugreifen k?nnen. So verbessern wir ganz praktisch den Alltag der Universit?ten und Forschungseinrichtungen vor Ort“, so Ina Brandes. Mehr: https://lnkd.in/gyef8Jb7 EN: Thanks to @mkwnrw for funding our project “DniPRONrw” Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum Technische Universit?t Dortmund Universit?t Duisburg-Essen! We are very pleased to make a future-oriented and sustainable contribution to the preservation and expansion of Ukraine's academic potential and to actively support the reconstruction of the science system. “Under the leadership of Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum, the University Alliance Ruhr has developed a platform through which academics and students in Ukraine can access teaching content and materials. In this way, we are improving the everyday life of local universities and research institutions in a very practical way,” says Ina Brandes. More: https://lnkd.in/gJFR9fxx

We are thrilled to embark on an extraordinary journey to one of the world’s most vibrant cities—a true hotspot for innovation and entrepreneurship:?Mumbai, India! ???? Together with the colleagues from DLAB, TIE Institute - Technology, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, the TU Dortmund - International Office as well as Tessa Flatten, Vice President for international affairs and Priya S. Nayar Nayar, Executive Director of University Alliance Ruhr New York,?we are here to strengthening international collaboration and ties with India’s dynamic startup ecosystem. Our agenda is packed with exciting sessions, including: ? Visits to?IIT Bombay, the?Tata Institute, and inspiring?startups ? A?business challenge by five talented DLAB students, showcasing creativity and entrepreneurial drive ? Deep discussions on fostering?entrepreneurship education?and?spin-off creation As the?Start-up Center of TU Dortmund University, we are especially eager to exchange ideas on how universities here are fostering?entrepreneurship education?and driving?spin-off creation. ?? ?? Follow us throughout the week as we share updates, learnings, and highlights from this inspiring adventure. Together, let’s explore the future of global innovation! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Collaboration #Startups #Mumbai #HigherEducation #TUDortmund #InternationalExchange #escNRW

Exciting news from DWIH S?o Paulo! In late October 2024, its Advisory Board welcomed new members to its growing network. The University Alliance Ruhr has advanced to main supporter, while Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung, Leuphana Universit?t Lüneburg, and Universit?t Rostock joined as associate supporters. Meanwhile, g.a.s.t. transitioned from main to associate supporter.? Main supporters maintain direct representation in Brazil, often through physical offices, while associate supporters engage remotely but actively contribute to projects in Brazil. Both play vital roles in strengthening the Brazil-Germany cooperation in research, education, and innovation.? With these additions, DWIH S?o Paulo leads the global network with 32 supporters. Welcome aboard! Learn more:

DE: Die Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - German Research Foundation hat am Freitag bekannt gegeben, welche #Graduiertenkollegs neu gef?rdert werden: die Technische Universit?t Dortmund und Universit?t Duisburg-Essen freuen sich über ein gemeinsamen #GRK, in dem in Zukunft Nachwuchswissenschaftler*innen im #Ruhrgebiet an der Schnittstelle zwischen Physik, Chemie und Medizin promovieren und das zukunftstr?chtige Themenfeld der #Protonentherapie erforschen k?nnen. Gemeinsam übertragen wir unsere starke Grundlagenforschung in medizinische Anwendungen ??. Damit dieser Technologietransfer gelingen kann, sind sowohl Expert*innen aus der Grundlagenforschung und den angewandten Wissenschaften als auch der klinischen Anwendung vertreten. Starker klinischer Partner ist das Westdeutsche Protonentherapiezentrum in Essen. Mehr: https://lnkd.in/gF8dgV48 EN: The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - German Research Foundation announced on Friday which new #ResearchTrainigsGroups will be funded: the Technische Universit?t Dortmund and the Universit?t Duisburg-Essen are pleased to announce a joint #RTG, in which young scientists in the #Ruhr region will be able to do their doctorates at the interface between physics, chemistry and medicine and research the promising field of #proton therapy. Together, we are transferring our strong basic research into medical applications ??. In order for this technology transfer to succeed, experts from basic research and applied sciences as well as clinical application are represented. The West German Proton Therapy Center in Essen is a strong clinical partner. More: https://lnkd.in/gpiik65h #ExcellentResearch #RuhrArea

Gestern fand der letzte MERCUR Club seiner Art statt. Wir haben zurück geblickt auf 15 Jahre F?rdert?tigkeit von @MERCUR_Research, die wertvolle Rolle der Stiftung Mercator GmbH beleuchtet und wieder einmal Einblicke in inspiriernde Forschung Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum Technische Universit?t Dortmund Universit?t Duisburg-Essen gewonnen. Wir danken allen Beteiligten für den tollen Abend!

?? Last Chance! Applications for our Transatlantic Ruhr Program and the Ruhr Fellowship Program are open until Friday, Nov 15 (12:59 PM New York time)! ? Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! ? Ruhr Fellowship Program U.S. undergraduate students have the unique chance to experience one of Germany’s most innovative, tech-driven regions. This program is an excellent way to boost your skills, grow your global network, and immerse yourself in a new culture! ?????????? Participating universities include: Harvard University, Lehigh University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Princeton University, Purdue University Rutgers University, University of California, Berkeley, University of Cincinnati, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University ?? Transatlantic Ruhr Fellowship Program Top students from University of Dortmund, Ruhr University Bochum, and University of Duisburg-Essen have the chance to gain hands-on experience in North America through internships and academic programs. ?? Build your future, learn from industry experts, and broaden your international horizons! ? Apply now before the deadline hits! Discover all the details at the link below! #StudyAbroad #Fellowship #InternationalOpportunities #TransatlanticProgram #GlobalExperience

DE: 9 Forschende Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum Technische Universit?t Dortmund Universit?t Duisburg-Essen sind nun Mitglieder unserer neuen Kommission, dem Rat für #Ethik und #Verantwortung der #uniallianz. Sie werden sich u.a. mit gro?en Wertedisukssionen in Wissenschaft und Forschung besch?ftigen. Dazu z?hlen z.B. Wissenschafts- und Technikfolgenabsch?tzung wie etwa die Zivilklausel, universit?res Agieren in der ?ffentlichkeit in Anbetracht des Neutralit?tsgebots sowie Fragen zu Grenzen individueller Freiheit in der akademischen Gemeinschaft: https://lnkd.in/gYC-y--x Wir wünschen eine gute Zusammenarbeit und viel Erfolg! EN: 9 researchers from Ruhr-Universit?t Bochum Technische Universit?t Dortmund Universit?t Duisburg-Essen are now members of our new commission, the Council for #Ethics and #Responsibility of the #uniallianz. Among other things, they will deal with major value discussions in science and research. These include, for example, science and technology assessment such as the civil clause, university action in the public sphere in view of the neutrality requirement and questions about the limits of individual freedom in the academic community: https://lnkd.in/gACK3Wh3 We wish you good cooperation and every success!

Zusammen mit Ministerpr?sident Hendrik Wüst habe ich das Research Center One Health Ruhr er?ffnet! Die Universit?tsallianz Ruhr unterstreicht mit dieser Einrichtung einmal mehr ihre einzigartige Bündelung von interdisziplin?rer Spitzenforschung. Hier werden unsere Umwelt und unsere Gesundheit in Einklang miteinander gedacht und erforscht. Wie attraktiv die UA Ruhr ist, zeigt sich vor allem an den vielen herausragenden Professorinnen und Professoren aus dem In- und Ausland, die hier neu berufen werden. Herzlich willkommen in #NRW! Danke an die Technische Universit?t Dortmund, die Ruhr-Uni Bochum und die Uni Duisburg-Essen, dass sie immer mehr als ein gro?es Wissenschaftszentrum handeln und das #Ruhrgebiet als Wissenesregion pr?gen. Ein Vorbild für die gesamte Wissenschaftslandschaft in Deutschland und darüber hinaus! #ForschungNRW #OneHealth #UARuhr ?? Land NRW / Caroline Seidel