PhD Annual Meeting
The Annual PhD Meeting is a flagship event of the Doctoral School in Life Sciences (DSLS). It brings together doctoral candidates from diverse disciplines to:
- Present and exchange on their research projects,
- Strengthen the internal DSLS community,
- Develop transferable skills, particularly in communication,
- Receive feedback from peers and experts in a supportive environment.
The event features scientific sessions, poster presentations, and a thematic workshop led by invited professionals.
Who Should Attend?
Attendance is mandatory for first-year PhD students or first-time participants!
All other DSLS PhD members are encouraged to join, whether presenting or simply attending.
Credits allocation
- Organizing comittee : 1 credit (Category: Scientific activity)
- Poster or video: 0.5 credit (Category: Scientific activity or Transferable skills)
- 15-minute talk: 1 credit (Category: Scientific activity)
For first-time participants, one of the following is required:
- Poster + 1-minute flash talk (1 slide, 3 minutes max)
- 15-minute oral presentation (in person or online)
- Alternative (remote) poster + flash talk presented online or 3-minute video presentation (e.g. fieldwork or research summary)
Abstract submission (max 250 words) is mandatory for all presenters and will be requested via a form.
Day 1: Scientific Presentations & Posters
- Welcome & opening remarks
- Oral presentations, flash talks & poster sessions
- Coffee and lunch breaks
- Evening social activity & apéro
Day 2: Transferable Skills Workshop
- Thematic session led by an invited expert
(e.g. science communication, career planning, media training) - Interactive training (theory + practice)
Final schedule will be posted in due time.
Opening soon
WANTED: Creative Minds for the 2026 PhD Meeting!
Are you full of ideas? Love planning events? Want to shape the next Annual PhD Meeting?
We’re putting together the 2026 Organizing Committee, and we’re looking for motivated, curious, and slightly fun PhD students from all research groups to join the team!
What’s involved?
- 2–4 PhD students (that’s you!)
- 1–2 DSLS staff for coordination (Flor & Sarah)
Whether you love designing posters, booking rooms, choosing snacks, or curating the next keynote speaker — we want you!
Interested?
Drop us a line at ds.biology@unine.ch
Let’s make the 2026 edition unforgettable !
Past editions
