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UNIgreen in Action at AUP
Read more →: UNIgreen in Action at AUPWithin the UNIgreen Alliance, sustainability, inclusion, and innovation are translated into practice through experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong links with local communities. This approach was clearly demonstrated through the participation…
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People behind UNIgreen: João Durão
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: João DurãoCould you briefly introduce yourself? Hello! I am João Durão, the UNIgreen Ambassador at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra, driven by a genuine passion for Ecotourism. I see myself as someone…
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UNIgreen Mobility Officers strengthened ties in PUC
Read more →: UNIgreen Mobility Officers strengthened ties in PUCOn 3 February 2026, the 2nd Training Workshop for Mobility Officers of Work Package 4 (Mobility) within UNIgreen took place at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra. The workshop was held in…
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People behind UNIgreen: Karol Chrobak
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Karol ChrobakCould you briefly introduce yourself? My name is Karol Chrobak. I am an Associate Professor at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW), working at the Institute of Sociological Sciences and…
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Annual STEBA–UNIgreen PhD Programme Workshop
Read more →: Annual STEBA–UNIgreen PhD Programme WorkshopOn 19 December 2025, the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE) in Reggio Emilia hosted the Annual STEBA–UNIgreen PhD Programme Workshop (Advancing Sustainable Agri-Food…
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UNIMORE: Green Spaces for Climate Action
Read more →: UNIMORE: Green Spaces for Climate ActionGreen Spaces and Urban Planning for a Changing Climate: A Key Step for UNIMORE On November 5, a well-attended conference on urban green spaces and climate-responsive city planning took place at…
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Student Voices at the JIC in Plovdiv: Building a Stronger UNIgreen Alliance
Read more →: Student Voices at the JIC in Plovdiv: Building a Stronger UNIgreen AllianceInterview with Karolina Czarnecka, representative of SGGW at the student meeting in Plovdiv. Key Student Priorities for Shaping the Role of Students within the UNIgreen Alliance The key conclusion from our…
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EcoFest at UNIMORE: students for sustainability
Read more →: EcoFest at UNIMORE: students for sustainabilityOn November 8 and 9, EcoFest took place, a festival focused on the environment and sustainability, organized by a UNIMORE student association. The program included guided tours of the botanical garden,…
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Debates discrimination and harassment in higher education
Read more →: Debates discrimination and harassment in higher educationAround a hundred people took part in the 2nd Gender Equality and Non-Discrimination Meeting: reflect, prevent and act, which was held on 12th November at the Higher Institute of Engineering of…
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2nd edition of the Equality Days: Intersectionality
Read more →: 2nd edition of the Equality Days: IntersectionalityDuring the month of November, UNIgreen organized its Equality Days on our various campuses. This year, the chosen topic was intersectionality: a sociological concept that describes how different forms of discrimination…
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Equality Days at PUC
Read more →: Equality Days at PUCAs part of the UNIgreen Equality Days initiative, a group of students from the School of Education of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra created an awareness campaign during the 7th edition…
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Erasmus Days 2025 at SupBiotech: Inspiring First Edition!
Read more →: Erasmus Days 2025 at SupBiotech: Inspiring First Edition!At SupBiotech, international mobility is at the heart of the student experience. Every year, many of our students have the opportunity to study or conduct internship abroad through our European partner…
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Sustainable Future: UNIgreen Milestones at JIC
Read more →: Sustainable Future: UNIgreen Milestones at JICAt the end of October, the UNIgreen European University Alliance successfully held the 3rd Joint International Centre (JIC), meeting at the Agricultural University of Plovdiv (AUP), bringing together partners from across…
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HEPL and its EcoTeams
Read more →: HEPL and its EcoTeamsJust over a year ago, HEPL established several “EcoTeams” teams dedicated to sustainability, across its seven campuses. This initiative reflects UNIgreen’s commitment to making our campuses greener and more socially responsible.…
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UNIgreen in Action at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra: BioComp_2.0
Read more →: UNIgreen in Action at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra: BioComp_2.0Turning Waste into Sustainable Opportunity The BioComp_2.0 project was born with a clear mission: to transform an environmental challenge into a valuable resource. By harnessing the potential of water hyacinth, an…
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Equality Days at AUP: From Pay Transparency to Breaking Stereotypes
Read more →: Equality Days at AUP: From Pay Transparency to Breaking StereotypesAs part of the UNIgreen Alliance’s Equality Days, the Agricultural University – Plovdiv organised two key events addressing some of today’s most pressing social challenges: the Gender Pay Gap Seminar and the interactive workshop “Smash…
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People behind UNIgreen: Andrea Pulvirenti
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Andrea PulvirentiCould you briefly introduce yourself? My name is Andrea Pulvirenti, and I am an Associate Professor of Food Microbiology and Quality Management at UNIMORE. I conduct research on improving food shelf…
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PUC hosts conference on greener higher education
Read more →: PUC hosts conference on greener higher educationAround 175 participants from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the country attended the 7th Sustainable Campus Conference (CCS 2025), co-organised by the Sustainable Campus Network and the Polytechnic University of Coimbra,…
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Madagascar–UNIMORE: Sustainable Cooperation
Read more →: Madagascar–UNIMORE: Sustainable CooperationAt the core of UNIgreen – The European University Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture, Green Biotechnology and Environmental and Life Sciences – lies a commitment to fostering global collaboration in education and research. This…
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People behind UNIgreen: Nathalie Gerlach
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Nathalie GerlachCould you briefly introduce yourself? My name is Nathalie Gerlach, and I am from Belgium. I work at University-College of Province of Liège (HEPL), where I serve as Research Coordinator. I…
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UNIgreen Science Week 2025
Read more →: UNIgreen Science Week 2025The UNIgreen European University Alliance successfully concluded its UNIgreen Science Week 2025, an extensive program of events that ran from September 22 to October 24, designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and…
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People behind UNIgreen: Arthur Lelong
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Arthur LelongCould you briefly introduce yourself? Hi, my name’s Arthur and I’m currently a second-year student at SupBiotech Paris. I’ve spent my entire secondary education in Qatar, in a multicultural environment. It…
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Future of EU Farming: CAP Strategic Plans 2025
Read more →: Future of EU Farming: CAP Strategic Plans 2025Seminar Series – Episode 2: Shaping the Future of European Agriculture: Insights from the CAP Strategic Plans. The full replay is available at the bottom of this article. On September 30, 2025, at…
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UNIgreen: Meeting in Poland on Ecosystem Services
Read more →: UNIgreen: Meeting in Poland on Ecosystem ServicesIn September 2025, the Joint Research Center 4 “Biodiversity, Forestry, and Agroecology” of the UNIgreen Alliance held a five-day scientific mission hosted by the Warsaw University of Life Sciences and the Rogów Forest Experimental…
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People behind UNIgreen: Lara Portugal
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Lara PortugalCould you briefly introduce yourself? My name is Lara Portugal, and I am a knowledge valorisation manager at INOPOL Entrepreneurship Academy, the organic unit responsible for promoting innovation and entrepreneurship, knowledge…
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People behind UNIgreen: Pilar Casado
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Pilar CasadoCould you briefly introduce yourself? My name is Pilar Casado and I am lecturer in the field of Accounting and Finance at the University of Almeria. Since 2019, I have had the…
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UNIgreen Training Event in Modena
Read more →: UNIgreen Training Event in ModenaBuilding Skills for Innovative and Inclusive Education From 10 to 12 September, the UNIgreen Alliance, in collaboration with UNIMORE successfully hosted a three-day training event in Modena. The initiative brought together staff…
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80th Anniversary & New Year at Agricultural University
Read more →: 80th Anniversary & New Year at Agricultural UniversityOn September 9, 2025, the Agricultural University – Plovdiv held a solemn ceremony to mark the opening of the 2025/2026 academic year, coinciding with the celebration of its 80th anniversary. Official…
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People behind UNIgreen: Rui Costa
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Rui CostaCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Rui Costa, and I am a professor at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra in Portugal. At my university, I teach in the scientific area of…
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Students Discovered Arctic Realities at Polar Winter School
Read more →: Students Discovered Arctic Realities at Polar Winter SchoolAs part of the UNIgreen European University Alliance’s mobility initiatives, students from across Europe gathered in Iceland this winter to take part in the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) Polar Winter School, organised…
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UNIgreen Summer School 2025
Read more →: UNIgreen Summer School 2025Planting the Seeds for a Greener Future From July 7 to 25, UNIgreen held its Summer School in Paris at SupBiotech, welcoming 15 students from across the world and from UNIgreen…
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PUC’s 1st UNIgreen Week: Focus on Sustainability & CSRD
Read more →: PUC’s 1st UNIgreen Week: Focus on Sustainability & CSRDPolytechnic University of Coimbra’s schools ESTGOH and CBS|ISCAC hosted the BIP 1st UNIgreen Business Week: Sustainability and CSRD Report, an inter-institutional partnership initiative dedicated to Sustainability and Corporate Reporting (CSRD). The…
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PUC’s Global Week Highlights Internationalisation at Home
Read more →: PUC’s Global Week Highlights Internationalisation at HomePolytechnic University of Coimbra organized the staff week ‘Global Week 2025’ from 19 to 23 May. The highlight was the international conference Internationalisation at Home, which brought together experts and representatives…
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SGGW Launches New Global Partnership Hub
Read more →: SGGW Launches New Global Partnership HubInternational partnership, tangible benefits, a new spot on the SGGW map officially launched. The June meeting of the SGGW UNIgreen Team showed that the idea of a European university is no…
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BIP on Sustainable Food Production and Innovation
Read more →: BIP on Sustainable Food Production and InnovationThe University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE) recently hosted a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP)on Sustainable Approaches in Food Production and Processing, welcoming students across Europe and from UAL, SupBiotech and SGGW for a two…
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Scientific Article: Turning Food Waste into Value
Read more →: Scientific Article: Turning Food Waste into ValueNew Sustainable Powders from Spent Osmotic Solutions In a groundbreaking study published in Applied Sciences, researchers from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW), along with partners from Portugal and Greece,…
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UNIgreen Strategic Meeting
Read more →: UNIgreen Strategic MeetingOn July 2 and 3, 2025, SupBiotech hosted a high-level strategic meeting of the UNIgreen Alliance, bringing together more than 20 members on its campus to define the Alliance’s future direction.…
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Plovdiv Highlights Bioeconomy’s Role in Green Growth
Read more →: Plovdiv Highlights Bioeconomy’s Role in Green GrowthOn July 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM, the Agricultural University – Plovdiv hosted a highly engaging seminar “Bioeconomy as a Driver of Green Growth: Conceptual Foundations, Policy Strategies, and Long-Term Development Pathways.” The…
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Forum of European University Alliances in Wrocław
Read more →: Forum of European University Alliances in WrocławThe Forum of European University Alliances, held on 12–13 June 2025 in Wrocław under the Polish Presidency of the Council of the EU, provided an important opportunity for the exchange of…
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PUC academic community cleans up the River Mondego
Read more →: PUC academic community cleans up the River MondegoFor the third year running, the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) is once again setting an example and affirming its role in protecting the environment with the initiative ‘Together let’s help…
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UNIgreen presented at BAUHAUS4EUit forum in Portugal
Read more →: UNIgreen presented at BAUHAUS4EUit forum in PortugalMembers of UNIgreen took part in the 1st BAUHAUS4EU Forum, an event that took place between 11 and 13 June 2025 at the Castelo Branco Polytechnic University (IPCB) and was attended…
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People behind UNIgreen: Joanna Zach
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Joanna ZachCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Joanna Żach and I work at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) in Poland, where I serve as the Institutional Erasmus+ Coordinator. For…
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New Double Master’s Degree
Read more →: New Double Master’s DegreeNew Double Master’s Degree in Organic Agriculture and Integrated Sustainability of Agricultural Systems UNIgreen is pleased to announce a new Double Master’s Degree programme jointly offered by the Polytechnic University of Coimbra…
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Ricarda shares her insights from ESA Experience
Read more →: Ricarda shares her insights from ESA Experience“In May 2025, I had the opportunity to take part in the European Student Assembly (ESA) in Strasbourg, an event organised as part of the European Universities initiative, which brings together…
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UNIgreen Alliance Hosts Training on Innovative Teaching Approaches at UNIMORE
Read more →: UNIgreen Alliance Hosts Training on Innovative Teaching Approaches at UNIMOREUNIgreen Alliance hosted Training Activity for professors and teaching staff on Innovative Teaching Approaches at UNIMORE. From June 18 to 20, teaching staff from Unigreen’s partner institutions gathered in Modena for…
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UNIgreen Festival 2025 in Liège
Read more →: UNIgreen Festival 2025 in LiègeFrom 7 to 11 April 2025, the College-University of the Province of Liège (HEPL) proudly hosted the 2025 edition of the UNIgreen Festival, welcoming students from across the Alliance for a week full of learning, exchange,…
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The 2025 Bio-based innovation challenge at AUP
Read more →: The 2025 Bio-based innovation challenge at AUPOn June 16, 2025, the Agricultural University – Plovdiv proudly hosted the national round of the “BIO-BASED INNOVATION STUDENT CHALLENGE EUROPE” (BISC-E) 2025 which empowering green innovation through student engagement. Five…
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BIP ‘Alien species in forest ecology’ in SGGW
Read more →: BIP ‘Alien species in forest ecology’ in SGGWA global perspective on alien tree species facing climate change Alien tree species – threat or opportunity? Discussions centred on the role of alien (introduced) tree and shrub species in habitats…
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UNIgreen Cluster at HEPL
Read more →: UNIgreen Cluster at HEPLLaunching Interdisciplinary Dialogue Around “One Health” HEPL, University-College of the Province of Liège (Belgium) hosted its first official UNIgreen Cluster event on April 17th, 2025, within the framework of the “Nourrir…
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Five Ecoteams born at HEPL
Read more →: Five Ecoteams born at HEPLIn a context marked by an ecological and social emergency, the University-College of the Province of Liège (Belgium) once again affirms its commitment to sustainable development by establishing Ecoteams. The principle:…
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People Behind UNIgreen: Dima Jayyusi
Read more →: People Behind UNIgreen: Dima JayyusiCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Dima Jayyusi and I currently live in Almería, Spain, although I am of Palestinian and German origin. Currently I’m studying my Bachelors degree…
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Celebration of cultural diversity at AUP
Read more →: Celebration of cultural diversity at AUPOn May 23, 2025, the Agricultural University – Plovdiv held a festive event celebrating important occasions: the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius (May 24) and the initiative “Bouquet of Nationalities”.…
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UNIgreen at the European Student Assembly
Read more →: UNIgreen at the European Student AssemblyFrom 26 to 28th May, the annual European Student Assembly took place at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. This initiative from EUC Voices Erasmus+ project aims to bring together 230 students around…
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Think Green – BIP at SGGW
Read more →: Think Green – BIP at SGGWThink Green, Think Forward: Exploring Innovative Pathways to Sustainable and Circular Economies. From May 12–16, 2025, Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) is hosting the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) “Designing Resilient…
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Students from Europe Propose Joint Solutions for Sustainable Logistics
Read more →: Students from Europe Propose Joint Solutions for Sustainable LogisticsThe SGGW campus in Warsaw once again became a platform for exchanging knowledge and practical experience in the field of sustainable and innovative logistics solutions. The participants of this international meeting…
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PUC volunteers plant 1,800 trees in area hit by forest fires
Read more →: PUC volunteers plant 1,800 trees in area hit by forest firesAround 1,800 trees were planted in the heart of the Serra da Estrela by volunteers from the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC), in an initiative that took place on 29 March.…
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Conference on Metamorphosis promotes gender equality and respect at PUC
Read more →: Conference on Metamorphosis promotes gender equality and respect at PUCProfessor Cristina Faria, director of the Penedo da Saudade Cultural Centre of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC), held a conference entitled ‘Metamorphosis: From inclusion to transformation, an opportunity for the…
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What sort of project you do in our institution with UNIgreen?
Read more →: What sort of project you do in our institution with UNIgreen?The Occupational and Environmental Health Service (sSOA) of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) and its School of Agriculture (ESAC) brought together the academic community in an action to control invasive…
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1st International Congress
Read more →: 1st International CongressThe 1st International Congress on Innovation, Agriculture and Sustainability in Amazonas was held on 10 and 11 April in Manaus, Brazil, in a co-organization by the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC),…
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People Behind UNIgreen: Rumyana Georgieva
Read more →: People Behind UNIgreen: Rumyana GeorgievaCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Rumyana Georgieva, and I am a Chief Assistant Professor in the Crop Science Department at the Agricultural University of Plovdiv. I am part of the Work…
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People Behind UNIgreen: Anastasia Butovska
Read more →: People Behind UNIgreen: Anastasia ButovskaCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Anastasia Butovska and I live and work in Almería, Spain. I work in the University of Almería, where I am involved in the…
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The Impact of Population Growth and Urbanization on Sustainability
Read more →: The Impact of Population Growth and Urbanization on SustainabilityOur world is constantly changing due to population growth, urbanization, and technological progress. These shifts are transforming economies, societies, and the environment. While technology has improved our lives, it has also…
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People behind UNIgreen: Patrick Gonzalez
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Patrick GonzalezCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Patrick Gonzalez, I am a French assistant professor and a researcher at LRPIA laboratory in SupBiotech, an engineering school in biotechnology. Within UNIgreen,…
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UNIgreen Travel Award – University of Almería
Read more →: UNIgreen Travel Award – University of AlmeríaThe University of Almería has announced the winners of the UNIgreen Travel Award, an initiative designed to promote sustainable mobility among international students. This award encourages students to travel using low-emission means of…
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People behind UNIgreen: Barbara Villani
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Barbara VillaniCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Barbara Villani, I coordinate the International Relations Office at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. My role in UNIgreen began with WP4: Student and…
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UNIgreen Annual Conference and Summit
Read more →: UNIgreen Annual Conference and SummitFrom 17 to 19 February 2025, the picturesque campus of the University of Almeria, offering a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean Sea, hosted the annual UNIgreen conference and summit—one of the…
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People behind UNIgreen: Ricarda Voka Lukensu
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Ricarda Voka LukensuCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Ricarda, and I am a student in industrial engineering at University-College of the Province of Liège (Haute École de la Province de Liège…
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UNIgreen Erasmus+ BIP at UAL: plant fertility
Read more →: UNIgreen Erasmus+ BIP at UAL: plant fertilityA Erasmus+ BIP UNIgreen program at the University of Almeria trained for a week a group of students from 6 foreign universities in the assessment of fertility of cultivated plants. The…
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International Fair at SupBiotech
Read more →: International Fair at SupBiotechThe International Fair at SupBiotech: A Must-Attend Event for Students On Monday, January 27, 2025, and Tuesday, January 28, 2025, SupBiotech hosted the 2025 edition of the International Fair at its…
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People behind UNIgreen: Laura Grácio
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Laura GrácioCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Laura Grácio, I’m from Portugal and I’m studying at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra. I’m in the 3rd year of my Bachelor’s in Food…
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The UNIgreen Green Strategy
Read more →: The UNIgreen Green StrategyThe vision of UNIgreen about research, development and innovation is that by 2026 UNIgreen is recognised in Europe and internationally as a green university promoting the green transition of the Alliance toward establishing…
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First Scientific Article Published by UNIgreen
Read more →: First Scientific Article Published by UNIgreenExciting News: first scientific article on Microalgae as a Sustainable Animal Feed Supplement! Scientists from UNIgreen: the University of Almeria, and the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, along with colleagues…
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People behind UNIgreen: Ari Kristinn Gunnarsson
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Ari Kristinn GunnarssonCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Ari Kristinn Gunnarsson, and I am a Landscape Architecture student at the Agricultural University of Iceland, located in Hvanneyri. I spent most of my life in…
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Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony at AUP
Read more →: Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony at AUPThe Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2024 was held at the Agricultural University – Plovdiv On December 12, 2024, Plovdiv, a solemn graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024 was held at…
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People behind UNIgreen: Daria Sikorska
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Daria SikorskaCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Professor Daria Sikorska, and I have dedicated my career to bridging academic research with practical solutions that benefit communities and the environment. I’m…
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Gender in questions
Read more →: Gender in questionsOn 14th November, our 8 institutions initiated two Online talks around the thematic of Gender Equality. This event was part of UNIgreen Equality Day, organized by the work package “Diversity, Inclusion and…
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UNIgreen Training Workshop for Mobility Officers
Read more →: UNIgreen Training Workshop for Mobility OfficersThe “UNIgreen Training Workshop for Mobility Officers”, organized by the Polytechnic University of Coimbra‘s International Office, was held on November between 20thand 22nd at the Coimbra Agriculture School (ESAC). The first…
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HEPL students in Industrial Engineering visit UNIMORE
Read more →: HEPL students in Industrial Engineering visit UNIMOREIndustrial engineers from University-College of Province of Liege visited the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Our goal: Strengthening academic partnerships! Chemical engineers and biochemists had the opportunity to visit the…
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The University of Almería Welcomes Strategic Partner from Japan to Discuss Ongoing and Future Collaboration on Microalgae Research
Read more →: The University of Almería Welcomes Strategic Partner from Japan to Discuss Ongoing and Future Collaboration on Microalgae ResearchThe University of Almería (UAL) was honoured to host Professor Mishima, Head of Internationalization at Saga University, Japan, as part of their ongoing collaboration under the Erasmus+ KA171 Mobility Program. Since…
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People behind UNIgreen: Enrico Francia
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Enrico FranciaCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Enrico Francia, I am an associate professor of Agronomy and field crops at the Department of Life Sciences – University of Modena and…
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PUC Community promotes sustainable mobility and environmental protection
Read more →: PUC Community promotes sustainable mobility and environmental protectionA group of members of the Polytechnic of Coimbra community – including students, teachers and non-teaching staff – carried out an environmental awareness campaign last September 28, which aimed to raise…
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Polytechnic University of Coimbra discussed emerging challenges for Public Health
Read more →: Polytechnic University of Coimbra discussed emerging challenges for Public HealthThe “Emerging Challenges for Public Health: Vectors, Mosquitoes and Climate Change” Seminar was held on September 26 at the Main Auditorium of the Coimbra Agriculture School (ESAC) of Polytechnic University of Coimbra, where…
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Internationalization Strategy
Read more →: Internationalization StrategyThe “Internationalization Strategy – Building Successful Partnerships” conference held at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) brought together global experts to delve into the goals, opportunities, and challenges of higher…
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A new green area at UNIMORE for sustainability and biodiversity
Read more →: A new green area at UNIMORE for sustainability and biodiversityUnimore has opened a new green area at the Department of Engineering Enzo Ferrari – Modena Campus as a project for sustainability and biodiversity. On October 22, 2024, the inauguration of…
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2nd UNIgreen Joint International Center
Read more →: 2nd UNIgreen Joint International CenterOn October 14-16, the UNIgreen European University Alliance held the working meeting of the Join International Centre (JIC) at the Agricultural University of Iceland (AUI). UNIgreen, the green European University, is…
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People behind UNIgreen: Simon Houdouin
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Simon HoudouinCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Simon Houdouin and I live in France. I grew up in Paris, however since I have visited other places , in France and…
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HEPL receives a honorary title of “Fairtrade school”
Read more →: HEPL receives a honorary title of “Fairtrade school”On 2th October, the University College of Province of Liege (HEPL) was organizing its annual academic “Back-to-school” conference, on the topic of the “social situation in Wallonie” (Belgian french-speaking region). On…
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People behind UNIgreen: Cindy Vallée
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Cindy ValléeCould you please introduce yourself? My name is Cindy Vallée, I’m from Belgium and I work at HEPL. In UNIgreen, I’m the new Work Package 5 coordinator. I have been a…
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Miyawaki forest – a green future on the SGGW campus
Read more →: Miyawaki forest – a green future on the SGGW campusThe SGGW academic community jointly planted the first pocket forest on the university campus on 2 October 2024. Miyawaki forest is an innovative method of creating compact, fast-growing forests that grow…
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SGGW Hosts Green Campus International Conference: “Trees – Multifunctional Element of Ecosystems”
Read more →: SGGW Hosts Green Campus International Conference: “Trees – Multifunctional Element of Ecosystems”Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) successfully hosted the Green Campus International Conference titled “Trees – Multifunctional Element of Ecosystems” on October 1st, 2024. The event brought together researchers and environmental experts to…
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SGGW hosted the ‘Building Resilient Higher Education through Microcredentials’ conference
Read more →: SGGW hosted the ‘Building Resilient Higher Education through Microcredentials’ conferenceThe event included opening presentations, panel discussions and debate sessions focusing on best practices and innovative strategies for implementing microcredentials. The event was opened by SGGW Rector Prof. dr hab. Michał…
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European Student Ambassador Forum 2024: Feedback from Simon Houdouin
Read more →: European Student Ambassador Forum 2024: Feedback from Simon HoudouinFrom 12 to 14 September, I had the opportunity to represent UNIgreen at the European Student Ambassador Forum (EUSAF) 2024. Organised by the Erasmus Student Network (ESN), the forum brought together…
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UNIMORE UNIgreen Series Seminar on certifications to the DOP of Parmigiano Reggiano
Read more →: UNIMORE UNIgreen Series Seminar on certifications to the DOP of Parmigiano ReggianoAs part of the life-long learning activities of the UNIgreen Alliance, on Thursday 29 August 2024 Prof. Andrea Pulvirenti, President of the master’s degree in Food Control and Safety at the…
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People behind UNIgreen: José Antonio Sánchez
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: José Antonio SánchezCould you please introduce yourself? My name is José Antonio Sánchez Pérez. I am full professor at the Department of Chemical Engineering of the University of Almería. My main current research…
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Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavík
Read more →: Arctic Circle Assembly in ReykjavíkReykjavík will be hosting the next Arctic Circle Assembly. It is the largest annual international gathering on the Arctic, attended by more than 2000 participants from over 60 countries. The AUI…
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UNIgreen has adopted a new Internationalisation Strategy
Read more →: UNIgreen has adopted a new Internationalisation StrategyUNIgreen has adopted a new Internationalisation Strategy that will guide our Alliance in fulfilling our common vision. For the academic community, it is natural to have many links abroad and that…
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Meet the first UNIgreen Ambassadors
Read more →: Meet the first UNIgreen AmbassadorsWe proudly welcome our first group of UNIgreen Ambassadors! What is this initiative? The UNIgreen Ambassador Programme gives students from our institutions the chance to become the face and voice of…
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‘European Universities – Alliances for the Future’ Conference
Read more →: ‘European Universities – Alliances for the Future’ ConferenceThe Polish conference ‘European Universities – Alliances for the Future’, which took place on 4 and 5 September 2024 in Krakow, Poland, was an opportunity to present the activities carried out…
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PUC combines physical activity with environmental protection
Read more →: PUC combines physical activity with environmental protectionFor the second year in a row, the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) promoted the action “Together we will help clean the banks of the Mondego River!”. The activity, aimed at…
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PUC’s Agricultural School Invests in Sustainability
Read more →: PUC’s Agricultural School Invests in SustainabilityWith an investment of 1.3 million euros from the Environmental Fund — Energy Efficiency in Central Public Administration Buildings Program No. 01/C13-i02/2021 — PUC’s Agricultural School is transforming 4 of its…
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PUC’s Agricultural School is accredited 7 micro-credentials in the fire area
Read more →: PUC’s Agricultural School is accredited 7 micro-credentials in the fire areaPUC’s Agricultural School has been accredited by the National Qualification Subcommittee (SNQ) of the Integrated Rural Fire Management System (SGIFR) with 7 micro-credentials included in its National Qualification Plan. PUC’s Agricultural…
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All PUC Schools once again awarded Eco-Schools Green Flag
Read more →: All PUC Schools once again awarded Eco-Schools Green FlagAll the Organic Teaching Units of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) were once again awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag this year, thereby renewing PUC’s Eco-Polytechnic status. Higher Education Institutions can…
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Hitchhiking, carpooling and bus trip from Germany wins UAL-UNIgreen Travel Award
Read more →: Hitchhiking, carpooling and bus trip from Germany wins UAL-UNIgreen Travel AwardSuccessful participation in the first edition of this initiative, aimed at mobility students and organised by the Vice-Rectorate for International Projection, in collaboration with the Vice-Rectorate for Sustainability, Health and Sports,…
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IMPAR Project Update
Read more →: IMPAR Project UpdateThe University of Almería (UAL), a partner in the Erasmus+ KA2 Capacity Building for Higher Education project, IMPAR, continues to make significant strides alongside its consortium partners. Led by the Polytechnic…
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Boosting Circular Economy in Southeast Asia: CIRCULAR Capacity-Building Programme in Malaysia, Laos, and Cambodia
Read more →: Boosting Circular Economy in Southeast Asia: CIRCULAR Capacity-Building Programme in Malaysia, Laos, and CambodiaThe CIRCULAR Project proudly announces the successful implementation of its Capacity-Building Programme across our six partner universities in Malaysia, Laos, and Cambodia. These dynamic bootcamps have brought together over 165 enthusiastic…
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People behind UNIgreen: Dulce Caetano
Read more →: People behind UNIgreen: Dulce CaetanoCould you please introduce yourself? My name Is Dulce Caetano, I’m from Portugal and I work at the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) since 1999. I’ve started in the Communication and…
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PUC’s Cultural Centre promotes inclusion through sign language
Read more →: PUC’s Cultural Centre promotes inclusion through sign languageOn its path towards inclusion, the Penedo da Saudade Cultural Centre, a cultural initiative of Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC), recently introduced interpretation in Portuguese Sign Language at most of its…
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UAL-UNIgreen Travel Award for a more sustainable mobility
Read more →: UAL-UNIgreen Travel Award for a more sustainable mobilityDemonstrating a commitment to promoting sustainable practices, the University of Almería (UAL) is thrilled to announce the UAL-UNIgreen Travel Award, a unique contest that celebrates eco-friendly travel. The UAL-UNIgreen Travel Award…
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UAL hosts meeting with Andalusian Universities involved in European University Alliances
Read more →: UAL hosts meeting with Andalusian Universities involved in European University AlliancesEight out of the ten Andalusian public higher education institutions participating in the European Universities initiative participated in a fruitful day of work at the University of Almeria (UAL), showing the…
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Total success of the first BIP of Alliance students at UAL
Read more →: Total success of the first BIP of Alliance students at UALFrom July 1 to 5, the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Intensive Programme (BIP) called “Digital transformation of agro-companies” was held at the UAL campus, coordinated by Antonio Fernández Martínez, professor at the…
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The training for U-GREEN Experts continues at UNIMORE
Read more →: The training for U-GREEN Experts continues at UNIMOREThe University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE) held training for U-GREEN Experts, as part of Result 3 of the U-GREEN Project. According to the U-GREEN approach (based on outcomes 1…
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Canada joins Horizon Europe
Read more →: Canada joins Horizon EuropeIn a landmark agreement, Canada has joined the expanding group of non-EU countries associated with the EU’s prestigious research and innovation programme, Horizon Europe. This milestone was celebrated today as Iliana…
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UNIMORE Rector Elected Chair of the UNIgreen General Assembly
Read more →: UNIMORE Rector Elected Chair of the UNIgreen General AssemblyProf. Dr. Carlo Adolfo Porro, Rector of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE), has been elected as the Chair of the UNIgreen General Assembly. The General Assembly serves as…
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European Universities alliances unite to create a joint Community of Practice
Read more →: European Universities alliances unite to create a joint Community of PracticeEuropean Universities alliances are joining forces in a project called FOR-EU4All. The project brings together all current and future European Universities alliances—numbering over 60—into a unified, cohesive structure. The goal is…
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Launch of the UNIgreen Joint PhD Programme
Read more →: Launch of the UNIgreen Joint PhD ProgrammeWe are proud to launch the first edition of the UNIgreen Joint PhD Programme in Agri-Food Science, Technology and Biotechnology, a significant milestone for the UNIgreen Alliance. The UNIgreen Joint PhD…
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SupBiotech turns 20 —A moment to remember!
Read more →: SupBiotech turns 20 —A moment to remember!Last Tuesday evening, 18 June 2024, marked the 20th anniversary of SupBiotech. To celebrate the occasion, students, alumni, professors, staff, UNIgreen Alliance Members, and international partners gathered at La Grande Gallerie…
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University of Almería Hosts two UNIgreen Summer School Courses
Read more →: University of Almería Hosts two UNIgreen Summer School CoursesThe University of Almería (UAL) is proud to host two courses as part of the UNIgreen Summer School. Each course spans 80 hours and includes an initial segment focused on learning…
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Student-led project aims to fight against Beet Yellows Virus
Read more →: Student-led project aims to fight against Beet Yellows VirusA team of 12 students from SupBiotech is spearheading a fundraising initiative to fight against Beet Yellows Virus (BYV) threatening sugar beet crops. This is organised within the scope of the…
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PUC measures carbon footprint produced by Global Week 2024
Read more →: PUC measures carbon footprint produced by Global Week 2024During Global Week 2024, one of the highlighted activities was the green initiative focused on calculating the carbon footprint. This involved measuring the CO2 equivalent emissions produced by all participants due…
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PUC provides training for U-GREEN Experts
Read more →: PUC provides training for U-GREEN ExpertsAs part of Outcome 3 of the U-GREEN project, the Polytechnic University of Coimbra provided training for 6 U-GREEN experts on 28 May 2024. The U-GREEN Training Programme aims to develop…
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Polytechnic University of Coimbra honoured for its work in the environmental field
Read more →: Polytechnic University of Coimbra honoured for its work in the environmental fieldThe Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) was honoured for its work in the environmental field during the 1st International Eco-Campus Conference, which took place on 26 April in Lisbon, organised by…
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UNIgreen Values Social Media Challenge
Read more →: UNIgreen Values Social Media ChallengeWe are thrilled to invite all members of the UNIgreen Community to participate in our first social media challenge, aimed at showcasing the UNIgreen Values. As part of our Building a…
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SGGW organises webinar “Empowering Women in STEM: Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Innovation”
Read more →: SGGW organises webinar “Empowering Women in STEM: Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Innovation”The Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) is organising the webinar “Empowering Women in STEM: Pathways to Entrepreneurship and Innovation” on 5 June 2024, at 15:00 CEST. Join the webinar host,…
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Celebrating UNIgreen: Highlights from the Summer Festival
Read more →: Celebrating UNIgreen: Highlights from the Summer FestivalThe inaugural UNIgreen Summer Festival was organised by the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, from 14 to 18 May 2024. With a rich, diversified programme, the event brought together members from…
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U-GREEN aiming for more environmentally committed European citizens
Read more →: U-GREEN aiming for more environmentally committed European citizensLast month, the University of Almería hosted the final meeting of the U-GREEN project, whose main objectives are to address the ecological transition and turn universities into catalysts to promote behavioural…
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UAL hosts and trains CIRCULAR Consortium Members
Read more →: UAL hosts and trains CIRCULAR Consortium MembersBetween the 23 and 26 April, the University of Almería hosted a four-day face-to-face meeting of the project ‘Circular Economy Living Laboratories supporting Social Innovation in Southeast Asia’. Co-funded by the…
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Shelf Life International Meeting held by UNIMORE- Reggio Emilia Campus
Read more →: Shelf Life International Meeting held by UNIMORE- Reggio Emilia CampusThe UNIMORE Department of Life Sciences, in collaboration with the Italian Scientific Group for Food Packaging (GSICA), hosted the 11th edition of the Shelf Life International Meeting (SLIM), an international conference…
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European Commission announces 1.25 billion EUR to support research
Read more →: European Commission announces 1.25 billion EUR to support researchThe European Commission recently announced the allocation of more than 1.25 billion euros in funds under the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) as part of the prestigious Horizon Europe programme. These funds…
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Blackboard Platform Training for UNIgreen Staff
Read more →: Blackboard Platform Training for UNIgreen StaffUNIgreen is organising a series of trainings on the use of the Blackboard platform, a widely used online learning management system (LMS) that provides tools for faculty and students to engage…
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SupBiotech distinguished for CSR
Read more →: SupBiotech distinguished for CSRStrong testimony to the will of iron dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), SupBiotech Engineering School of Biotechnology topped the Studyrama ranking for engineering schools most integrating CSR principles into their…
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UNIgreen Career Fair: Insights and Conclusions
Read more →: UNIgreen Career Fair: Insights and ConclusionsThe first edition of the UNIgreen Career Fair took place on 30 April 2024 and was held in a webinar format. Hosted by Prof Vladislav Popov (Agricultural University – Plovdiv), the…
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UNIMORE organises Sustainable Development Festival
Read more →: UNIMORE organises Sustainable Development FestivalThe University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE) will offer a series of events for the Sustainable Development Festival 2024. The Festival, promoted by ASVIS (Alleanza Italiana per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile),…
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Vertical Garden installation at PUC
Read more →: Vertical Garden installation at PUCThe Penedo da Saudade Cultural Centre of the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) now has a vertical garden installation with the aim of contributing to a more sustainable city and raising…
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PUC promotes ‘Job Summit IPC & Science2Business’
Read more →: PUC promotes ‘Job Summit IPC & Science2Business’The Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC), through the INOPOL Entrepreneurship Academy, held the second edition of the ‘Job Summit IPC & Science2Business’ on 23 April at Saint Francis Convent in Coimbra.…
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UAL hosts the U-GREEN Final Conference
Read more →: UAL hosts the U-GREEN Final ConferenceThe University of Almería hosts the U-GREEN Final Conference on 24 and 25 April 2024. Coordinated by UAL, U-GREEN is a “spin-off” project that brings together all UNIgreen Alliance Members and…
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From Harmonisation to Integration: Foundations for a European Degree
Read more →: From Harmonisation to Integration: Foundations for a European DegreeOpinion Article by Prof Dr Tomás Lorenzana After long time discussing about the creation of a European degree, past 27th March the European Commission published the so called “2024 European Degree…
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International Conference to be organised in Brazil
Read more →: International Conference to be organised in BrazilThe Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC) is preparing an International Conference on Agriculture and Sustainability in partnership with the Legislative Assembly of the State of Amazonas, to be held in Manaus,…
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PUC leads the ECOLUTION Project
Read more →: PUC leads the ECOLUTION ProjectThe Polytechnic University of Coimbra is leading the ECOLUTION (mastErs COurse on smart sustainability soLUTIONs) project, which began in February and is coordinated by António Dinis Ferreira, professor at PUC’s School…
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EC pushes for boost in Biotechnology
Read more →: EC pushes for boost in BiotechnologyOn 20 March 2024, the European Commission proposed a series of targeted actions to boost biotechnology, which is one of the scientific areas in which UNIgreen specialises. Among the actions proposed…
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Serra da Estrela Natural Park Reforestation Action
Read more →: Serra da Estrela Natural Park Reforestation ActionOn 16 March 2024 , the Polytechnic University of Coimbra (PUC), in partnership with the Folgonatur Association, the Baldios, the Folgosinho Parish Council and the Gouveia Town Council, carried out a…
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Insights on Women in Higher Education Leadership
Read more →: Insights on Women in Higher Education LeadershipAs we celebrate International Women’s Day, it is crucial to reflect on the progress achieved and the challenges that still lie ahead for women in leadership positions. We had the privilege…
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New General Assembly Chair and Co-Chair elected in Liège
Read more →: New General Assembly Chair and Co-Chair elected in LiègeDuring the second UNIgreen Annual Summit, which took place between the 7th and 9th February 2024, in Liège, the UNIgreen General Assembly elected Hristina Yancheva (Rector of the Agricultural University of…
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Meet the people behind UNIgreen
Read more →: Meet the people behind UNIgreenAs part of the UNIgreen Day commemorative actions, we unveiled a video to honour the dedicated individuals who contribute daily to the evolution of UNIgreen, providing a glimpse into the initiatives…
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UNIgreen Day Celebrations
Read more →: UNIgreen Day CelebrationsAs part of the UNIgreen Day, which is celebrated on the 17th of February, the UNIgreen Alliance is organising a set of events to bring The Green European University closer its…
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Annual Summit held in Liège
Read more →: Annual Summit held in LiègeThe second UNIgreen Annual Summit took place between the 7th and 9th February 2024, in Liège. All UNIgreen Alliance members were reunited for three days of intense work, discussions and proposals…
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HEPL hosts the first UNIgreen International Conference
Read more →: HEPL hosts the first UNIgreen International ConferenceThe first UNIgreen International Conference will take place at Campus 2000, in Jemeppe, on February 8, on the subject: « How can higher education collaborate with specialized ecosystems to foster research,…
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The first UNIgreen Student Conference was a success
Read more →: The first UNIgreen Student Conference was a successThe first UNIgreen Student Conference organized by students for students took place on 8-10 November at SGGW. During the three days meeting, the students talked about their role in the UNIgreen…
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UNIgreen has reinforced its Alliance and strengthened its foundations at UAL
Read more →: UNIgreen has reinforced its Alliance and strengthened its foundations at UALThe first Joint International Centre Working Meeting, the first annual face-to-face meeting of UNIgreen’s operational structure, was successfully concluded. During this event, the nine work packages that comprise the Alliance and…
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UAL hosts the first annual meeting of UNIgreen’s Joint International Centre (JIC)
Read more →: UAL hosts the first annual meeting of UNIgreen’s Joint International Centre (JIC)It will take place from October 23 to 25, and staff from the eight Higher Education Institutions of the Alliance will attend. The objective is to obtain a global vision of…
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IPC hosts the UNIgreen Board of Directors meeting
Read more →: IPC hosts the UNIgreen Board of Directors meetingThe Polytechnic University of Coimbra hosted the face-to-face meeting of the Board of Directors of Unigreen. After the works in the seminar room, the participants took a tour on the Coimbra…
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UNIMORE hosts the launch event of the project UNIgreen
Read more →: UNIMORE hosts the launch event of the project UNIgreenToday was the closing ceremony of the Annual Summit – Kick off Meeting of UNIgreen, marking the end of three intense days. From 6 to 8 March, Unimore hosted in Modena…
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Celebrating the UNIgreen Day
Read more →: Celebrating the UNIgreen DayToday we celebrate the 1 year anniversary of the signature of the UNIgreen project.One year ago, representatives of the universities involved in the UNIgreen alliance met in Brussels to sign a…