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ASP Online Seminars: Researcher Training and Funding Opportunities for African Students

Name: ASP Online Seminars: Researcher Training and Funding Opportunities for African Students
Start: 2025-02-25T13:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-02-25T14:30:00+00:00
Location: No location set

Tuesday 25 Feb 2025, 13:00 → 14:30 UTC

Description

Abstract:

Supporting the next generation of researchers is crucial for driving scientific innovation and economic development. In this seminar, Prof. Carsten Welsch will explore training and funding opportunities available to African students and early-career researchers seeking to advance their careers in science and engineering. Drawing on his extensive experience in leading international training programs, including EU-funded doctoral networks and knowledge-exchange initiatives, he will highlight practical pathways for accessing scholarships, research placements, and collaborative projects.

Prof. Welsch has successfully trained researchers at all career stages, equipping them with technical skills and career development opportunities in academia and industry. This seminar will provide valuable insights into structured training programs, application strategies for competitive funding schemes, and ways to connect with leading research institutions.

Whether you are a student looking for postgraduate opportunities or an early-career researcher aiming to expand your network, this seminar will offer practical guidance on taking the next step in your research journey. Join us for an interactive session to explore how you can enhance your career prospects through international training and funding initiatives.

Bio of the speaker:

Professor Carsten P Welsch studied physics and economics at the Universities of Frankfurt and UC Berkeley, completing his PhD in accelerator physics at Frankfurt. Following postdoctoral roles at the Max Planck Institute and CERN, he founded the QUASAR Group in 2007. Since 2008, he has been a member of the University of Liverpool and the Cockcroft Institute, becoming a Full Professor in 2011 and serving as Head of the Physics Department from 2016 to 2023. His research focuses on antimatter physics and accelerator optimization, with pioneering contributions to beam diagnostics. He has led six EU networks, training over 100 fellows, and directs two STFC CDTs in Data Science. With over 50 international events organized and extensive outreach efforts, he actively promotes discovery science and influences global research strategies.