Dissertation Prizes on European Citizenship
The UNITA Alliance is launching a prize competition for Bachelor’s and Master’s theses that contribute to the understanding of European identity and citizenship. The call is open to students who have defended their thesis in the last three academic years (2022- 2023, 2023-2024 or 2024-2025) and whose research is in the fields of law, history, sociology, economics, management or political science. Submit your thesis and a 5-page abstract in PDF format via your university’s application portal or email, according to the dealine scheduled by your home university. Check the full call for applications and information on the application process in the website of your home University. In case the call is not open yet, the link is not displayed in this page:
Deadline extended to May 5th, 2025: UNITA GEIE is Hiring: Administration Responsible
UNITAGEIE (European Economic Interest Grouping) is seeking an Administration Responsible to join itsteam in Torino, Italy.The selected candidate will oversee financial management, budget control,economic reporting, and supplier contracts within the UNITA European University framework. The ideal profile includes a degree in economics or law, 2-3 years of relevant experience, fluency inItalian and English, and expertise in financial management, taxation, and EU project reporting.Thisis a two-year fixed-term contract (25 hours/week).📌 Apply by May 5th, 2025, 12.00 AM CET: Send your CV and motivation letter to unita.geie@gmail.com Full call in English Full call in Italian
My Three-Minute PhD Thesis”: An Exciting Challenge for UNITA PhD Students!
UNITA-Universitas Montium is launching its annual “My Three-Minute PhD Thesis” competition,offering a unique opportunity for PhD students from participating universities to present theirresearch in a concise, captivating, and accessible way. The Goal of the Competition To transform complex theses into a 3-minute presentation aimed at anon-specialized audience. Participants will develop essential science communication skills whilesharing their work with society. Competition Structure Local Phase: Each UNITA university will organize its own selection before mid-April. Candidateswill benefit from online training to refine their presentations. Final Phase: Selected PhD students will gather for the final in-person competition on May 30,2025, at the Public University of Navarre (UPNA) in Spain. Rules and Criteria An Event Not to Be Missed The final will be broadcast live on UNITA’s social media channels,allowing everyone to join this inspiring event. How to Participate? Interested PhD students must obtain approval from their thesis supervisor andensure that their content is suitable for public dissemination. Deadline for local phase registration: check with your university. Awards and Recognition The top three finalists will receive prizes, and all participants will beawarded certificates for both the local and final phases. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your research and rise to the challenge! For more information,contact your university or consult the full competition rules.
UNITA – CALL FOR STARTING GRANTS ON RESEARCH IS online – Apply by February 14th, 2025
The UNITA Alliance issued the Call for Starting Grants on Research to strengthen collaborationbetween UNITA partners through the implementation of new projects or the consolidation ofexisting projects. The application deadline is Friday 14th February 2025 at midnight (CET). The projects must be submitted by teaching staff or researchers from at least three differentuniversity partners of the UNITA Alliance, and should include in the working group post-docs andPhD candidates. The duration of a project is up to 12 months. Proposals are accepted in all the possible variants and declinations of the subjects: Multidisciplinary projects are particularly welcome.The call and the information on the application procedure are available at the following link:https://www.research.univ-unita.eu/en/events/starting-grants-cultural-heritage-and-green-energies.html Join online Q&A session dedicated to providing further insights into the UNITA StartingGrants forResearch call. https://www.research.univ-unita.eu/en/events/starting-grants-cultural-heritageandgreen-energies.html Main topics to be covered include: This session represents an excellent opportunity to address any questions or clarificationsregarding the call and to ensure a clear understanding of its framework.
CALL FOR PAPERS: EXTENDED EDUCATION IN A TECHNOLOGY AUGMENTED WORLD
A special issue focusing on Extended Education—a dynamic concept harnessing advanced technologies like AI, VR, AR, and robotics to transcend traditional learning boundaries. It explores education beyond formal settings, embracing informal, higher education, and lifelong learning contexts. The issue highlights how virtual mobility, micro-credentials, and adaptive systems create borderless, inclusive learning environments, offering equal opportunities globally, particularly in disadvantaged areas. Topics of interest include: AI, AR/VR, and robotics in flexible, immersive learning environments; Technology in formal, informal, and lifelong learning; Gamification, XR for upskilling, and virtual mobility; Policies and practices for equitable tech-augmented education. Submission details: Types: Theoretical articles, research articles (6,500 words), and reviews (7,000 words). Deadline: February 15, 2025. Submit via the journal website, referencing this call in “Comments for the editors.” All submissions are double-blind peer-reviewed. Full details are available here (https://ijet.itd.cnr.it/index.php/td/announcement/view/45). For inquiries, contact manuela.repetto@unito.it (mailto:manuela.repetto@unito.it) Are you passionate about technology and eager to make a meaningful impact? The UNITA IT Department is excited to announce two open positions for skilled and dynamicindividuals to join our innovative team. Whether you’re looking to advance your career or start freshin a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, this is your chance to be part of a departmentthat values creativity, growth, and excellence. Explore these opportunities and take the first steptoward a rewarding journey, here: – Head of Development – Service Manager
2nd CALL for application for HORIZON 2020 MSCA-Cofund Choral PhD
14 Marie Skłodowska ‐ Curie Positions for Early Stage Researchers in Cultural Heritage in 7universities within the UNITA Alliance Offer Description As part of the UNITA Alliance, 14 excellent Doctoral Candidates (DCs) will enrol the CHORALprogramme in Cultural Heritage. Coordinated by the Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour, CHORAL (Cultural HeritageOutreach in RomAnce Languages) is a Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska Curie programme co-funded by the European Union. This prestigious programme is linked to the Cultural Heritage Hub,an international research network within the Alliance, which structures its research ecosystemfacing cultural related challenges. About the CHORAL Programme CHORAL aims to train high-quality international researchers and to nurture the development ofinterdisciplinary, international and inter-sectoral research that addresses any aspectof Cultural Heritage. While rooted in cultural heritage, the program spans a wide range of scientificdomains, including architecture, anthropology, arts and culture, computer science, history,literature, linguistics, management, musicology and more. Selected candidates will be enrolled in PhD programs under joint supervision, awarding a doubledegree and requiring international mobility Why Pursue a CHORAL PhD? Programme Details How to Apply Detailed information about the PhD Research Topics and the conditions to apply:https://www.research.univ-unita.eu/en/choral-project.html Where to apply https://aap.univ-pau.fr For more details, please contact the choral support office at choral@univ-pau.fr (https://www.research.univ-unita. eu/en/choral-project.html%20) (https://aap.univ-pau.fr) (mailto:choral@univ-pau.fr)
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS – OPEN
European University Alliances: Collaborative KnowledgeCreation and Innovation Across Borders20International Forum on Knowledge Asset Dynamics Special Track n.: 36 We are happy to announce the Call for Abstracts for IFKAD 2025. Deadline tosubmit your proposal is 31 January 2025. For any further information, please do not hesitate tocontact us .(https://www.ifkad.org/wp-content/ uploads/docs/track-flyers/2025/Flyer-IFKAD-TR-36-2025.pdf) (https://www.ifkad.org/contact/) For further information For any information related to the event, please see the event website at www.ifkad.org or(http://www.ifkad.org) contact the conference manager at info@ifkad.org (mailto:info@ifkad.org)
The Sacred in the Mountains. The UNITA Conference on Sacred Sites in the Mountain Regions of Turin, Zaragoza, and Chambéry
On May 28–29, 2025, the Città Studi Biella campus hosted a two-day international conference exploring the relationship between communities and sacred sites in the mountain regions of Europe. The event, part of a project funded through the UNITA Starting Grants for Research, focused on the territories surrounding the universities of Turin, Zaragoza, and Chambéry, and also included a comparative case study from New Zealand. The conference was jointly promoted by the Università di Torino, Universidad de Zaragoza, and Université Savoie Mont-Blanc—partners in the UNITA alliance—in collaboration with the International Association for Research on Sanctuaries. The aim was to examine the preservation and sustainable valorization of sacred sites in European mountain areas. Students from the master’s degree course in Cultural Heritage and Creativity for Tourism and Territorial Development at Città Studi Biella actively contributed to the event. Prof. Paolo Cozzo, Director of the Department of Historical Studies at the Università di Torino, explained that the conference aimed to “foster various exchange and research activities among UNITA partners, such as Turin, Zaragoza, and Chambéry, which all share a unique connection with mountainous environments as a common element.” The event was part of a broader research initiative on mountains and territorial development, supported by the UNITA Starting Grants. Students presented the outcomes of one of their academic projects and introduced the features of their degree program to the international participants. Professors from the three universities gave lectures on a wide range of topics: systems for cataloguing and preserving cultural heritage, crimes against ecclesiastical heritage and related security systems, strategies for tourism development of sacred sites in mountainous areas, and even the historical memory linked to football teams. The conference also expanded its scope beyond Europe, featuring a case study from New Zealand, which highlighted a different, yet equally rich and deeply rooted relationship with sacred mountains in Oceania. One full day was dedicated to sacred sites in the Biella area—specifically Oropa, Graglia, and San Giovanni d’Andorno—and later extended to the broader network of Sacred Mounts across Piedmont and Lombardy. French and Spanish experiences were presented as comparative examples. The event concluded with a visit to the Oropa Sanctuary and its Sacred Mount.
UNITA Blended Intensive Program: “Managing Vital Emergencies” course in Switzerland
From June 16 to 20, 2025, HEdS La Source hosted the intensive week of the Managing Vital Emergencies module, part of a second-year Bachelor program in Nursing. As a Blended Intensive Program (BIP), it combined online sessions with in-person training focused on managing cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and obstetric emergencies. The module was developed with five partner institutions from Switzerland, Italy, Finland, and Romania. Students participated in workshops, simulations, and team-based exercises to strengthen both clinical and collaborative skills. Module international sur les urgences vitales à la HEdS La Source Du 16 au 20 juin 2025, l’Institut et Haute École de la Santé La Source (HEdS La Source), membre de la HES-SO, a accueilli la semaine intensive du module Managing Vital Emergencies. Ce module à option, proposé en 2e année du Bachelor en soins infirmiers, fait partie d’un BIP (Blended Intensive Program) combinant des sessions en ligne au printemps et une phase en présentiel sur toute une semaine. Collaboration européenne autour des soins aigus Le module a été développé en partenariat avec quatre institutions de Suisse et d’Europe ayant un programme Bachelor en Soins infirmiers : Chaque université a mobilisé une personne enseignante et un groupe d’étudiant·es (entre 4 et 7 étudiant-es par université), soit un total de 26 participant·es. Financé par la HES-SO et le réseau UNITA, ce projet s’inscrit dans une volonté d’ouverture internationale. Simuler l’urgence, apprendre en équipe L’objectif du module était de travailler la gestion des situations d’urgences (cardiaques, neurologiques, respiratoires, obstétriques). Parmi les contenus travaillés : Durant toute la semaine, les étudiant-es ont pu participer à des séminaires, des ateliers pratiques, des simulations cliniques, la gestion de la réanimation, l’interprétation de gaz du sang, et travailler en équipe interprofessionnelle. La collaboration avec HESAV a permis d’inclure des simulations spécifiques aux urgences obstétricales. Durant cette semaine à Lausanne, les participant·es ont aussi échangé sur les différences de pratiques entre pays. L’évaluation s’est conclue par une présentation orale des étudiant·es. Cette semaine intensive a été une belle opportunité de croiser les regards, les méthodes et les pratiques entre étudiant-es et enseignant-es issu·es de plusieurs pays. Le module Managing Vital Emergencies a non seulement renforcé les compétences cliniques des participant-es, mais aussi favorisé des échanges enrichissants et une réelle collaboration interuniversitaire.
CALL FOR PAPER at FUCAPE Business school Brasil – UNITA Geminae partner
It is now open the CALL FOR PAPERS Reimagining Corporate Social Responsibility: OrganizationalPurpose and Human -AI Synergy. The International conference will be held in Victoria, Brazil next September 3-6, 2025 at theFUCAPE Business school, a Geminae partner. This call it’s open to scholars and practitioners coming from the UNITA alliance and GeminaePartners. If you’re looking to contribute original research that illuminates the evolving nature of CSR in thecontemporary business landscape this is your chance! The focus is on both empirical and conceptual papers and innovative methodologies that push theboundaries of CSR researc especially in human purpose, technological innovation and ethics. The aim is to understand how integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning transformsbusiness operations and redefines the essence of corporate responsibility. How can organizationsleverage these powerful tools to enhance their CSR initiatives while maintaining a human-centricapproach? Remember there won’t be UNITA funds, you must use your research funds for the travel to theconference. More info on submissions and topics: https://srrnet2025.ubi.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Call-for-papers.pdf Deadline: All papers and abstracts should be sent by June 15, 2025 For any request please write to srrnet2025@ubi.pt (https://srrnet2025.ubi.pt/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Call-for-papers.pdf) (https://srrnet2025.ubi.pt/home-2/? fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1jlgRTyXuf9UzEyyYwKSVXVMfggOSDN4KAZ-pbdi96vnLxKlWVLnY5210_ aem_tEQ1NbqckPx-miSA4qt2Bw) (mailto:srrnet2025@ubi.pt)