đ§ŹSynthetic Biology of Non-Conventional Yeasts Training in Estonia
From August 4â6, YAF Doctoral Candidates gathered at TalTech â Tallinn University of Technology (YAF Partner) for an intensive three-day training focused on metabolic engineering. The program combined theory and practice: participants deepened their knowledge in molecular and synthetic biology, genotyping, phenotype screening, strain characterization, and genome-scale modeling, while also gaining hands-on experience with plasmid […]
Ishtiak Chowdhury (DC2) participated in Green ERA-Hub Summer School 2025
Ishtiak Chowdhury (DC2 at CIEMAT) was selected to attend the Green ERA-Hub Summer School 2025, hosted by CIHEAM Bari. During this enriching program, Ishtiak presented a poster showcasing his PhD research as part of the poster walk session. He also actively participated in two targeted workshops designed to support early-stage researchers: The summer school offered […]
Maria Spinosa (DC8) Advances Surface Science Training
As part of her ongoing development within the YAF DN, Maria Spinosa (DC8) recently attended the advanced course âCaracterizaciĂłn quĂmico-fĂsica de la superficie de adsorbentes y catalizadores Iâ, organized by the Spanish Adsorption Society (SEA). Held from June 10â13, 2025 in Jarandilla de la Vera (CĂĄceres, Spain), the course provided in-depth training on surface chemistry […]
YAF Doctoral Candidates Join Fermentation Workshop at DTU
On May 19â20, 2025, YAF Doctoral Candidates participated in the workshop âFermentation Technology for Production of High-Value Chemicals from Residues by Non-Conventional Yeastâ, hosted by YAF partner Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in Kongens Lyngby. The two-day training combined theory and hands-on experience, covering: Fermentation fundamentals and media composition Bioreactor parts, assembly, and tower setup […]
Article Writing and Publication Workshop Training – 17-18 March 2025
On March 17-18, 2025, YAF Doctoral Candidates participated in the âArticle Writing and Publicationâ workshop training, organized by YAF Associated Partner, Imperial College London (ICL), in London (UK). The intensive training course provided participants with valuable insights and hands-on experience to refine their academic writing skills. Throughout the sessions, PhD students engaged in: By the […]
‘Leadership and Management Skills Course for Group Leaders’ â Training for YAF Supervisors
On January 15, 2025, YAF Supervisors attended the “Leadership and Management Skills Course for Group Leaders“. The program focused on communication, collaboration, and leadership, helping participants achieve career goals efficiently and effectively. It covered strategies for empowering others in research, self-organization, and management. The course also encouraged experience-sharing, networking, and collaboration while promoting a peer […]
‘Presenting Yourself and Your Work in a Memorable Way’ â Training for YAF DCs
From January 13 to 15, 2025, DCs attended the course “Presenting Yourself and Your Work in a Memorable Way.” This course, given by Yuvalal Liron and Erin Tranfield (hfp consulting trainers), helped DCs enhance their awareness of their skills and competencies while also gaining a deeper understanding of what drives their work. Participants learned to […]
1st Training Course on ‘Pretreatment for biowaste fractionation within the sugar platform’
After officially kicking off the project with the Frame Setting Session, YAF Doctoral Candidates participated in the 1st Training Course of the network âPretreatment for biowaste fractionation within the sugar platformâ, co-organised by CIEMAT and BBEPP. During the Training Course, the PhD students participated in different sessions dedicated for biomass pretreatment and fractionation. A hands-on […]
