EC2U: The Fast Track to Integration - Visiting IASI
As part of the EC2U Alliance, a JKU delegation visited Romania.
Manfred Heublein, Ph.D. (local coordinator) visited the University of Iasi together with Univ. Prof. Dr. Soyoung Lee (the WP4 representative for “Good Health and Well-Being”), and Assoc. Univ. Prof. Dr. Andrei Ionut Mardare (Institute of Chemical Technology of Inorganic Materials, JKU). The visit was part of ongoing EC²U Alliance activities to promote the partnership and share information between member universities.
Prof. Lee's reflections provided more insight into the enriching experience: “Before traveling to Iasi and the University of Iasi, I was not very familiar with this area. My visit, however, was an extremely enlightening and enjoyable. I met very friendly people who organized an ideal program tailored to my interests, as well as those of my colleagues. We had an opportunity to visit a number of different research institutes and meet many engaged and passionate researchers.”
The visit involved a range of interesting activities and discussions providing insight into the University of Iasi's vibrant academic and research landscape. Highlights included:
The trip to the University of Iași not only strengthened academic ties, but also provided valuable insight into the university's research expertise and its commitment to a just and inclusive society. The JKU remains a leader in academic collaboration and innovation within the EC²U network, creating exciting opportunities for future collaboration efforts and partnerships.
May 17, 2024