PhD & Skills Sessions

 

 

The VDTR PhD & Skills Sessions offer PhD students the opportunity to gain practical insights into skills and strategies that will advance their academic careers. In an increasingly competitive and interdisciplinary academic world, it is important to deal with topics such as publication strategies, mobility opportunities and the communication of research results at an early stage.

13 Mai 2025, 1.15-2.45pm: Science/ Research Communication (and why you should do it)

Science or research communication is the art of conveying scientific information to diverse audiences in an engaging, clear, and accessible manner. It encompasses a spectrum of activities such as writing for the public, creating compelling visuals, giving captivating presentations, and engaging with various media platforms. The goal is to bridge the gap between the scientific community and the public, making complex ideas understandable and relevant to non-experts. This workshop aims to delve into the essence of science communication, why it holds paramount importance, and what crucial skills you should acquire to become an effective science communicator.

With:

Lynn Chiu (International Science Communication Manager @univie_communications)

Thiemo Kronlechner (Social media and science communication expert @univie_communications)

Kathrin Schönfelder (Social media and science communication experts @univie_communications) 

Moderation: Martina Steer

Place: Seminarraum 2 (Erdgeschoss), Schenkenstrasse 8-10, 1010 Wien

Registration via urise.

26 May 2025, 1.15-4.45pm: Good scientific practice (and how to apply it)

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming research in the humanities. In the face of this change, it is all the more important to know and apply the principles of good scientific practice in your doctoral thesis. This workshop introduces the basic principles of good scientific practice and helps participants to understand ethical, methodological and organisational standards in research. In addition, participants will learn what constitutes questionable research practices or even misconduct in research, how the University of Vienna deals with problems related to scientific integrity, and where to turn for help with these issues.

In this session, AI Coordinator Dr Laura Gandelgruber will give an overview of the standards of good scientific practice in the humanities and how to implement them in your research process, addressing artificial intelligence as a particular challenge. In addition, Claudia Stermsek, coordinator of the Ombuds Office for Ensuring Compliance with Good Academic Practice will discuss the institutional perspective and the handling of scientific misconduct at the University of Vienna.

where: Seminarraum 2 (ground floor), Schenkenstrasse 8-10, 1010 Wien

Registration via urise.