“YERUN is a dynamic network of research-intensive European universities in which the University of Potsdam is already actively engaged,” says Barbara Höhle. “I am very grateful for the confidence placed in me and look forward to continuing to help shape and advance YERUN’s strategic initiatives during my next term on the Executive Board.”
Founded in 2016, YERUN is a network of 24 young European research universities. It brings together universities across Europe that share similar characteristics, goals, and challenges. Based in Brussels, YERUN advocates for the interests of its members at the EU level, contributes to European research policy, and facilitates cooperation among its member universities. The University of Potsdam has been a member of YERUN since 2022. The University of South-Eastern Norway is also a member and, together with the University of Potsdam, belongs to the European Digital UniverCity (EDUC) university alliance.
YERUN aims to increase the competitiveness and visibility of young universities, advance innovative research, and strengthen international connections among students and researchers. Members share best practices in working groups, develop joint research projects, and work together on innovative teaching methods. The network places particular emphasis on supporting early-career researchers and facilitating joint research projects. Researchers looking for suitable partners for funding proposals can use the recently launched Connect by YERUN platform.
More information:
https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/international/profile/netzwerke
Connect by YERUN: https://connect-by-yerun.eu