The Research Training Group 2900 “nanomaterials@biomembranes” at the Osnabrück University has launched its first round of PhD Progress Reports seminars for providing doctoral researchers with a platform to present their ongoing projects and latest research findings.
The series is designed as an open and supportive environment, particularly for early-stage PhD candidates who may be giving their first presentation beyond their immediate research group. It offers a structured opportunity to develop presentation skills and gain confidence in communicating scientific work to a broader audience.
A central goal of the Progress Reports is to foster interdisciplinary exchange within the RTG. Speakers are encouraged to present their work in a way that is accessible across disciplines, helping to establish a shared scientific language among researchers working at the interface of nanomaterials and biomembranes.
Building on the positive and collaborative atmosphere established during previous internal events, the seminar series aims to prepare participants for future conference presentations while strengthening internal cohesion and mutual understanding within the program.
On Friday, clusters will present their draft concepts and publication strategies to the entire RTG, encouraging feedback and cross-cluster exchange. The program also includes contributions by Dr. Rolf Claessen, who will provide insights into invention disclosures and the role of patents in the academic environment. Separate sessions are tailored to principal investigators and doctoral researchers, addressing both strategic and practical aspects of intellectual property in science.
With this new format, the RTG aims to enhance scientific output, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and support doctoral researchers in advancing their thesis projects. The Cluster Days are expected to become a central element of the program’s collaborative research culture.
