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🔬 "Science is tough, but if you love it, stick with it" - Dr. Fiona Watt, EMBO Director Science thrives on collaboration, support, and curiosity and EMBO has been instrumental in fostering them. At the helm of EMBO is Dr Fiona Watt, a scientist well-known for her pioneering work in stem cell biology and leadership in the scientific community, whom we had the pleasure of interviewing. The interview comes after important news for the Ruđer Bošković Institute, with two of our scientists having received EMBO Installation Grants in January. We discussed many topics from Dr. Bujan and Dr. Baranasic's grants, Croatian science and leadership roles to Dr. Watt's remarkable career journey offering invaluable insights for scientists at all career stages. Read our full conversation with Dr. Watt to discover how EMBO grants are powering scientific breakthroughs and creating new opportunities for collaboration - link is in the comments.

🌟 Meet Aurora Ortega Moral: A Rising Talent in Fusion Energy DONES Xcitech School is more than just an educational program—it’s a gateway to opportunity. Aurora Ortega Moral, a former Fusion for Energy Scholarship recipient and DONES Xcitech 2024 alumna, is a perfect example of how the program empowers young professionals in fusion science and Big Science technologies. 🎓 Her Journey: • Awarded the Fusion for Energy Scholarship to attend DONES Xcitech 2024. • Gained firsthand experience in fusion materials, neutron sources, and accelerator technologies. • Now working in fusion science, applying the knowledge and skills acquired during the school. 💡 Why is DONES Xcitech so impactful? Aurora will share her experience in an upcoming exclusive interview, where she’ll talk about: ✔️ How DONES Xcitech shaped her career path. ✔️ What she learned from the Fusion for Energy Scholarship. ✔️ Her advice for future participants of DONES Xcitech 2025. 📢 Stay tuned! Don’t miss this chance to hear firsthand how the school helps young professionals thrive in the fusion industry. 📅 Registration for DONES Xcitech 2025 is open! • March 1, 2025: Early bird registration closes. • April 1, 2025: Final registration deadline. 👉 Register here https://lnkd.in/dyxBdzQy #XCITECH2025 #FusionEnergy #WomenInSTEM #BigScience #DONES Universidad de Granada IFMIF-DONES Ruđer Bošković Institute University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science Inter University Centre (IUC) Dubrovnik

The Adriatic Sea presents a complex and dynamic environment that requires an interdisciplinary approach to research and management. This year’s InspireAdriatic symposium will gather experts in marine sciences to discuss the latest advancements in understanding and preserving our marine ecosystem. 📅 Save the date: May 19-20, 2025 📍 Location: Algebra Bernays University, Zagreb 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/d_Vj8XBy With a program dedicated to honoring Dr. Marko Branica, a pioneer of marine research in Croatia, this symposium is a must-attend for all marine science professionals and enthusiasts! 🌎💙 🚀 Don't miss the opportunity to present your research and connect with experts from Croatia and beyond. Early bird registration is open until March 15, 2025!

This Valentine’s Day, we celebrate love and passion for science. ❤️🔬 Pictured here is a fusion heart, a dust particle from the tungsten tile of the JET (Joint European Torus) fusion reactor. It was "captured" in 2016. by our scientists Dr. Stjepko Fazinic, Ivan Sudić, and Dr. Tonči Tadić from the Ruđer Bošković Institute, together with Prof. Dr. Per Petersson (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, #Sweden). This is not a story about scientific discovery but a small reminder that, in science as in love, patience, dedication, and understanding are crucial. If you're interested in the future of fusion, join us at the 3rd DONES Xcitech School in Dubrovnik from April 6–11, 2025, where we’ll work together to build the foundations of tomorrow’s energy! Because all you need is love for a beam of fusion. 📍 More info ➡ https://lnkd.in/d8Gg3PCR Heads-up for FESB - Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture Faculty of Engineering RITEH University of Rijeka University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science Jozef Stefan Institute University of Zagreb / Sveučilište u Zagrebu

🚀 Calling All Innovators in ICT! Apply Now for the Danube Digital Accelerator Second Cohort 🚀 Are you ready to take your ICT startup to the next level? We're looking for ambitious students, researchers, and early-stage entrepreneurs from Bosnia, Croatia, Czechia, Germany, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, and Ukraine to join the second cohort of the DDAccelerator! Why join us? Expert Training: Gain invaluable knowledge through our tailored workshops, webinars, and expert mentoring. Powerful Networking: Connect with a transnational network of mentors, industry experts, and investors. Global Stage: Showcase your startup at an international event in Prague. Enhanced Performance: Follow in the footsteps of successful startups like Dropbox and Airbnb, who have benefited from accelerator programs. Who should apply? - Teams with at least two members. - At least one member should be affiliated with a higher education or research institution in one of the participating countries. - Startups in the ICT sector with a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 3 or higher. This is more than just an accelerator program. It’s a launchpad for your ideas and innovations, providing you with the tools, resources, and support needed to succeed. 📅 Deadline to apply for Cohort 2: February 28, 2025 Don’t miss this opportunity to accelerate your journey. Click the link to apply and find out more about how the DDAccelerator can help transform your project into a thriving business! https://lnkd.in/d5gk4cWi Co-funded by Interreg Danube Region Programme 😉 Sharing is caring for FER University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science Faculty of Engineering RITEH University of Rijeka Faculty of Organization and Informatics Sveučilište Algebra Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku Sveučilište u Rijeci / University of Rijeka University of Split SRCE CARNET - Croatian Academic and Research Network #DDAccelerator #ICTInnovation #Startups #Entrepreneurship #TechStartups #Innovation #CallForApplications #TechNews

How do we inspire the next generation of scientists? It all starts with curiosity, and the students at Prirodoslovna škola Vladimira Preloga were full of questions at the Women in Science event organised by the school in celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Four researchers showed high school students just how exciting science can be: Dr. Jelena Godrijan, Division for Marine and Environmental Research at IRB, Martina Pavlek, Division of Molecular Biology at IRB, Dr. Nataša Šijaković Vujičić, Division of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry at IRB, and prof. Dr. Nives Galic from the Department of Analytical Chemistry at University of Zagreb, Faculty of Science Each scientist shared not just their research, but their personal journeys in science that consist of discoveries, challenges, and yes, even the difficulties they encounter along the way. The students discovered that being a scientist isn't just about lab coats and equations – it's about creativity, problem-solving, and having fun while pushing the boundaries of knowledge!

Women are leading the way in science at IRB! 🏆 At Ruđer Bošković Institute, we take pride in being above both the Croatian and EU average in female representation in science: ✅ 60% of PhD holders at IRB are women. ✅ 64% of PhD students at IRB are women. ✅ 65% of research assistants and postdocs are women. However, science knows no gender - only excellence, curiosity, passion, and persistence! On International Day of Women and Girls in Science let’s inspire the youth of the world, both girls and boys to pursue science and work towards greater gender balance in leadership. #WomenInScience #STEM #LeadershipMatters #ScienceForAll

We've just entered a strategic partnership with JEOL EUROPE to advance our Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) research capabilities. This collaboration will enhance our state-of-the-art NMR technology, and the new high-resolution NMR spectrometers will empower our scientists to dive deeper into the molecular world, fostering advancements in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and more. Discover more about how this partnership propels scientific innovation and strengthens international cooperation by reading the full article https://lnkd.in/d2UC7mnH

AI4Health.Cro Innovation Challenge: 14 Teams on a Mission to Improve Breast Cancer Diagnostics with AI 🧠 AI4Health.Cro - European Digital Innovation Hub, coordinated by the our Institute, has officially kicked off its latest Innovation Challenge! After a competitive selection process with 34 teams and 106 applicants—IT experts, innovators, and healthcare professionals—14 top teams were chosen to develop AI-powered prototypes aimed at enhancing the detection of potentially cancerous breast lesions on mammograms. Their goal? To create clinical-grade solutions that support radiologists, improve diagnostic accuracy, and optimize healthcare resources. The Challenge aims to: - Develop AI models to classify breast lesions (BI-RADS system) - Mark suspicious regions like expert radiologists - Explain AI-driven diagnostic decisions for transparency - Design user-friendly clinical interfaces With anonymized mammogram data, cutting-edge computational resources from Ruđer Bošković Institute and SRCE, and a €9,000 prize fund, these teams are set to push boundaries in #HealthTech.

Today we had the honor of hosting a distinguished delegation as part of the kick-off meeting for the EU Horizon Europe project MARBLE – Centre of Excellence in Maritime Robotics and Technologies for Sustainable Blue Economy. With a budget of €30 million, MARBLE will position Croatia at the front of maritime research and innovation. The project will create over 50 new expert positions and involve substantial investments in infrastructure and equipment. Its headquarters will be located at the Brodarski Institute in Zagreb, with three pilot sites in Šibenik and Rijeka. The delegation included representatives from Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), CNR-INM (Italian National Research Council), the European Commission (RTD and REA), Ministry of science, education and youth, and FER. The visit was hosted by David Smith, our general manager. We are proud to be part of this transformative project, connecting top researchers across Europe and driving sustainable blue economy innovations.