Call for Applications from University of Cologne Research Alumni

Project Week “Global Digital Health - Interdisciplinary Challenges from International Perspectives”

 
The stay can be used for up to five working days before and/or after the project week, e.g. for self-organised visits to the partner institutions in order to strengthen further cooperation.

This unique project is a collaborative initiative that brings together Research Alumni and local experts from six German institutions: DKFZ (German Cancer Research Center), KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology), and the Universities of Cologne, Heidelberg, Münster, and Siegen, to tackle global challenges in digital health, AI, and more.

Its focus is on addressing the societal, developmental, and global relevance of digital advancements in health prevention, diagnostics, medical care and therapy, ageing research, biomedical informatics, as well as health policies and health education, alongside their challenges and opportunities from a global perspective.

The project aims to engage researchers from various disciplines, focusing on interdisciplinary dialogue and leveraging the diverse competencies of international alumni to discuss the development of global digital health and the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

The interdisciplinary and international perspectives are key to identifying open questions and challenges in academic discussions, with contributions from the partner institutions serving as a catalyst.

The project week is supported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with funds from the Federal Foreign Office (AA) and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
 

• Who can apply? — Research Alumni from developing, emerging, and industrialised countries.*
• What is covered? — Travel, accommodation, and subsistence are supported for up to 30 participants.
• Why apply? — A chance to collaborate, exchange ideas, network and contribute to global digital health solutions.
   

 • Apply now! The review process starts March 1, 2025

 • Benefit from this unique network of researchers from 6 German institutions

 • Interact with a refreshing group of interdisciplinary researchers

 • Visit your Alma Mater and enjoy some social activities throughout Germany

 • More details and application: indico.dkfz.de/e/DigitalHealth

 • Further questions? We are happy to help! Contact us at research.alumniverw.uni-koeln.de

 
We look forward to your application!

*) Research Alumni eligible for this project are defined as international researchers, who studied or conducted research at one of the participating institutions and have spent at least 3 months in Germany as part of their academic career.