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Learn to use prompts effectively – AI Prompting Workshop on 16 June
Do you already use AI tools in your daily work, but feel you’re not getting the most out of them? Read More
“It is not about doing it for them, but thinking along with them”
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Preregistration in academia – Making research more findable and reliable
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Upcoming events
Open Science – UM General PhD Trainings
5 June 2025
In this interactive session, you will get an overview of the Open Science landscape and set Open Science goals for ... Read More
Science Communication – UM General PhD Trainings
5 June 2025
In this interactive session, you will discuss science communication topics in depth with other PhD students from a variety of ... Read More
VR-test session: First Encounters
5 June 2025
Do you like to game to switch off after a stressful day? Do you use a meditation app to help ... Read More