training – nexus monARC

Staff Visit @ UGOT – Training on Correlative Microscopy

In a significant knowledge exchange initiative, the first staff visit of nexus monARC project occurred in December. Dr. Andreas Gondikas from NK University of Athens visited the marine nanochemistry group led by Prof. Martin Hassellöv at Gothenburg University (UGOT). The focus of this visit was on receiving training in correlative microscopy, an advanced technique with […]

A MOOC on video publishing by HSF

In a significant academic initiative, the partner institute HSF organized a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) centered around video publishing in research. The MOOC was launched on November 17 and was made available on the nexus monARC YouTube channel. This educational effort aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of researchers in effectively disseminating their […]

nexus monARC co-organizes a workshop: Microplastics Workshop for Early Career Researchers

From November 12 to 17, 2023 nexus monARC members organized a comprehensive Microplastics Workshop for early career researchers at Monte Verita, Switzerland. This event served as a platform for participants to delve into the complexities of microplastic research, focusing on innovative methodologies, sample analysis techniques, and environmental implications. The workshop not only facilitated knowledge exchange […]

DEI Seminar by VITO at NKUA

On October 25, 2023 Dr. Milica Velimirovic from VITO collaborated with members from the Funding Support Office (FSO) and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) to conduct a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) seminar. The seminar focused on reviewing existing practices in funding acquisition and project management, emphasizing the importance of integrating DEI […]

nexus monARC co-organizes a summer school in Milos

On October 18, 2023 the nexus monARC project played a pivotal role in coorganizing a summer school held in Milos. This event aimed to provide an enriching educational experience for students from Norway. The summer school served as a platform for fostering interdisciplinary learning, bringing together students from various backgrounds to explore key aspects of […]

Citizen Science Capacity Building: Methana-Milos Field Trip

From October 7 to 21, 2023 the nexus monARC project organized its second field trip, spanning Methana and Milos, with a primary focus on enhancing citizen science capacity. This comprehensive initiative involved rigorous training in sample collection methods and the deployment of cutting-edge sensor applications. The dual-location approach, covering Methana and Milos, enriched the research […]

Citizen science – training event

From July 6 to 9, 2023 the nexus monARC project embarked on its inaugural fieldwork at Methana to carry out the first field work, conducting research using sailboats. The field trip encompassed sample collection and measurements at sites with hydrothermal activities, offering valuable insights into marine environmental dynamics. Simultaneously, the project organized a community outreach […]