What Is the TDK and Why It Matters The Scientific Students’ Associations Conference (TDK) is a biennial platform where undergraduate and graduate students present original research. Winning a TDK thesis can open doors to national recognition, such as the Pro Scientia Gold Medal awarded by the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. For students at Corvinus University of […]
Corvinus University of Budapest has announced the launch of a one‑year Master’s program in Intellectual Property Management, the first of its kind in Hungary. The new course, delivered in English, brings together the economic, legal and managerial aspects of intellectual property (IP) to prepare graduates for roles that bridge innovation, business strategy and public policy. […]
Overview of the Innovation Summit The Faculty of Engineering at the University of Debrecen recently hosted a focused innovation forum that brought together software developers, manufacturing specialists, and academic researchers. The event, held in collaboration with Shanghai DianJi University under the One Belt, One Road Initiative, highlighted the latest advances in digital design and computer‑aided […]
Strategic Collaboration Overview On December 5, 2025, Semmelweis University and Eli Lilly Hungary formalized a five‑year strategic partnership aimed at accelerating scientific progress and improving patient care across Hungary. The agreement, signed by Prof. Dr. Béla Merkely, Rector of Semmelweis University, and Pawel Tokarzewski, Country Manager of Eli Lilly, brings together a leading medical university […]
Overview of the Firewall Upgrade Corvinus University of Budapest will install a new firewall system on 14 and 15 November 2025. The upgrade is part of the university’s ongoing IT security strategy and is funded under project RRF‑2.1.2‑21‑2022‑00034. The firewall is the first line of defence against cyber threats, and its deployment will strengthen the […]
Why Driving Fitness Matters After a Stroke For many stroke survivors, the ability to drive is more than a convenience—it is a key component of independence, employment, and social engagement. In Hungary, as in many other countries, the decision to grant or revoke a driver’s licence after a cerebrovascular event is guided by medical evidence […]
Recent research from the Hungarian University of Sports Science (HUSS) has shed new light on how lactic acid, a compound traditionally viewed as a metabolic waste product, can influence gene expression and protein synthesis. The study, led by Professor Zsolt Radák and his team, demonstrates that lactic acid acts as a signaling molecule that can […]
Why Volunteer at a Major Sporting Event Matters Volunteering at international competitions offers more than just a chance to support athletes; it provides a platform for personal growth, networking, and skill development. The recent U23 European Boxing Championships in Budapest highlighted how a well‑structured volunteer program can elevate the entire event experience. For aspiring volunteers, […]
The Metropolitan University recently hosted the kick‑off meeting for the Smart Tourism Academy, a collaborative European initiative aimed at redefining tourism education across Hungary and beyond. The three‑day event, held from 23 to 25 November 2025, brought together academics, industry leaders, and students from partner universities in Slovakia, Italy, Latvia, Czechia, Poland, Cyprus, and Slovenia. […]
Overview of the 33rd Semmelweis Symposium The 2025 edition of the Semmelweis Symposium marked a milestone for Semmelweis University, attracting more than 1,200 participants from 26 countries. Held simultaneously at the Városmajor Heart and Vascular Center and the Basic Medical Science Center, the event offered a dense schedule of 86 presentations, five workshops, and a […]