We would like to invite you to a series of lectures by academics from our partner universities, taking place on Thursday, 24 September, in meeting room B2319.

The morning session, starting at 10am, will feature the following research lectures:

• 10am – Leonidas Matsakas: Integrated organosolv biorefineries: from lignocellulosic biomass to value-added products
• approximately 11am – Katerina Papadaki: Bioeconomy approaches for the development of sustainable food systems
• approximately 12pm – Heiko Lange: Lignin valorization: structure as guiding element.

During the afternoon session, starting at 2pm, the speakers will introduce their universities from a broader perspective and present opportunities for potential collaboration:

• Assistant…

Come and relax on our open course of relaxation techniques, where we will try one selected relaxation technique (e.g. mindfulness, body scan, autogenic training or progressive muscle relaxation) in each session.

What are relaxations good for?

Regular and sustained relaxation provides many benefits for both mental and physical health. It can help you, for example:

1. relieve symptoms of stress and anxiety,
2. concentrate better and remember information better,
3. improve sleep quality and reduce fatigue,
4. improve your overall well-being and resilience.

How will it work?

Relaxation sessions are held at selected times throughout the semester. So you can join in at your own time and preference, once or repeatedly. We will have seat cushions and blankets available, but you can bring your own yoga mat or meditation cushion for added comfort. It is also ideal to choose comfortable…

This workshop will show you how to set your study rhythm so that school doesn't take you by surprise. You will learn how to effectively plan lectures, seminars, projects, and free time so that you can handle all your responsibilities without stress and unnecessary late nights. We will also introduce you to various study techniques and practical tools for time management, motivation, and ongoing preparation for credits and exams, thanks to which you will enter the exam period with peace of mind and confidence.