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In 4 a modern Europe. In dependence In fluence In ternationalization In terest. Early in Science. Hans Hilgenkamp Univ. of Twente, NL Prague 28-29 April 2009. Usually, my talks are about:. Making new materials with atomic control.
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In4 a modern Europe Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science Hans Hilgenkamp Univ. of Twente, NL Prague 28-29 April 2009
Usually, my talks are about: Making new materials with atomic control Basic studies New technologies
‘Of particular interest is the question, whether the contact between two superconductors becomes superconducting, too.’ Albert Einstein, Berlin, 1926.
Contacts between high-Tc and low-Tc superconductors High-Tc High-Tc Low-Tc Low-Tc 'Half flux-quantum effect'
Usually, my talks are about: Making new materials with atomic control Basic studies New technologies
Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science
Personal grants NL Years after Ph.D EU VENI 250k€ 5 ERC Starting Grant up to 2,000k€ VIDI 800k€ 10 5 VICI 1,500k€ 15 20 Spinoza 2,500k€ ERC Advanced Grant up to 3,500k€ 25
Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science
The Young Academy 50 members within 10 years after Ph.D at entrance (typically age 30-40) membership for 5 years
Three main areas of activity 1. Scientific interactions 2. Science policies - Official (young) academy advise on career policies - Regular discussions with ministeries, funding agencies, university boards, etc. - Involved in evaluations of science policies, funding instruments, etc. 3. Science and society - Media appearances - Outreach activities
Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science
Of enormous value: Undergraduate and Ph.D student mobility
International Alliances of Young Scientists Can be facilitated through national Young Academies (supported by IAP, IAC, ALLEA, etc.) Interaction exists already with the World Economic Forum A regular interaction with EU Commission could be very fruitful !
Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science
‘The Young Academy on Wheels’ DJA on Wheels - impressie
“The Youngest Academy” • Website / game for children aged 10-14 • Science is fun, exciting, fascinating, and part of our daily life! • Embedded in the regular school curriculum
Worth looking into;Australian ‘Primary Connections’ program.
a High 5 for a modern Europe ! In 4 a modern Europe ! Researchers in Europe without barriers Independence Influence Internationalization Interest Early in Science Investments !