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May 20, 2025

UPhDExperience 2025

2nd UPorto Research Summer School in Microbial Communities:
Taste of PhD Experience

At the 2nd UPorto Research Summer School in Microbial Communities with the motto “Taste of PhD Experience (UPhDExperience 2025)”, students will immerse themselves in a transformative educational experience aimed at preparing them for the rigors of doctoral studies.

Participants will explore the dynamic landscape of research at the University of Porto around the microbial communities, gaining insights into state-of-the-art technologies that are available. Through engaging sessions, they will uncover the realities of the “life” of a PhD student, understanding expectations and honing essential skills tailored to prepare for it.

Additionally, this program offers a unique opportunity for students to build a network both within and beyond the UPorto ecosystem, fostering connections and collaborations with departments, research units/groups, and institutions at the national and international levels. Concurrently, the summer school aligns with UPorto’s goals of increasing its visibility on a national and international scale, fostering interdepartmental collaboration, and attracting top-tier PhD talent to contribute to its academic legacy.

More information: https://deq.fe.up.pt/uphdxperience/