The FNR is pleased to announce the call for talented young researchers to participate as Luxembourg delegates at the 67th Nobel Laureate Meeting in Lindau, Germany. The meeting, which takes place from 25 to 30 June 2017, is dedicated to chemistry and strongly related disciplines. Deadline to apply is Monday, 24 October.
The meeting will see around 30 Nobel Laureates congregate in Lindau to meet the next generation of leading scientists and researchers. Approximately 400 excellent young researchers from all over the globe will get the unique chance to participate in the meeting.
About the programme
The programme features a broad variety of content including
- lectures on the significance of Nobel Prize winning research;
- presentations of latest research findings;
- talks on specialized research topics and on “science & society” issues.
The aim of the meetings’ various sessions and social activities is determined by the guiding principle “Educate. Inspire. Connect.” The Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting thus provides ample opportunities for young researchers to learn from outstanding scientists and to get valuable insight into the scope of a researcher’s life, to find inspiration from one another and to connect through ideas and friendship.
Who can apply
The present call is open to:
- candidates of Luxembourg origins (Luxembourg nationality or Luxembourg residence > 5 yrs)
- non-Luxembourgers who conduct their studies/research work predominantly at a Luxembourg-based institution.
Candidates must be at Master, PhD or Postdoc level, in the field of chemistry or strongly related disciplines. Please refer to the document in annex for more detailed information about the selection criteria of the Council for the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings.
How to apply
If you are interested in taking part at the 67th Lindau Meeting of Nobel Laureates, the FNR invites you to submit your CV and a motivation letter by Monday, 24 October 2016 to Mrs Angelina Clemens.
Selection process
The FNR will conduct a pre-selection and nominate 2 candidates to the Council for the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings. Nominated candidates are then invited to submit a separate application (incl. a letter of recommendation) directly to the Lindau selection committee for the final selection.
Funding specifics
The FNR will cover all fixed expenses related to the participation of the finally retained candidates (travel, accommodation, registration).
Previous Luxembourg participants
At the end of the meeting, participants are expected to give feedback on their experiences. Click the links below to read the highlights based on interviews with the participants from 2016, 2015 and 2014. 2013 participant Andre Wilmes was included in Scientific American’s prestigious list of 30 up-and-coming physicists under the age of 30.
Interview with Gökhan Ertaylan: “Nobel Prize Winners are also just people”
