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Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University: Exploring Locality Through Ethnography, Cultural Anthropology, and Historical Research in Hungary

The study of locality—defined as the smallest social unit in which daily life unfolds—has become a cornerstone of contemporary ethnographic and anthropological inquiry. In Hungary, the Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) has cultivated a robust research tradition that examines how villages, towns, and urban neighborhoods embody the fluid interplay between culture, power, and the everyday practices of their […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University’s LiPyDau Breakthrough: New Anti‑Tumour Therapy in Hungarian Cancer Research

Pioneering Liposomal Approach to Potent Chemotherapy In the face of rising cancer incidences worldwide, the quest for therapies that combine high potency with targeted delivery has become a top priority for researchers. At Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), Hungary, a team of chemists, pharmacologists, and biologists has engineered a novel liposomal formulation—LiPyDau (Liposomal Pyrrolino‑Daunorubicin)—that promises to shift […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Examines Mixed Marriages: Identity and Social Dialogue in Hungary

Mixed marriages sit at the intersection of personal relationships and broader social dynamics, offering a lens through which to view identity formation and community engagement in Hungary and beyond. In this article we explore how Eötvös Loránd University’s research group, Momentum MIXED, studies these unions and what implications the findings have for students, educators, and policy […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Launches Citizen Science Training for PhD Students – Apply Now for Research Opportunities in Hungary

The 2026 Citizen Science Winter School, hosted by the CHARM‑EU Alliance at the University of Barcelona, has opened its application window to doctoral candidates from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE). If your PhD thesis incorporates a citizen‑science element and you are looking to deepen your methodological toolkit, this program offers a rare chance to gain hands‑on […]

Nov 25
Eotvos Lorand University Welcomes the Irish Ambassador to Highlight Cultural Exchange and International Relations

Early Reception and Diplomatic Context On November 19, 2025, the Faculty of Social Sciences at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) hosted H.E. Ragnar Almqvist, Ireland’s Ambassador to Hungary. The opening ceremony brought together university leaders—Vice Dean for International Affairs Zoltán Gábor Szűcs‑Zágoni, Director of the Institute of Political and International Studies Professor Andrew Ryder, and Head […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Welcomes Irish Ambassador Ragnar Almqvist: Expanding Cultural Exchange and Global Politics

Insight into the Visit On November 19th, 2025, the Faculty of Social Sciences at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Budapest hosted H.E. Ragnar Almqvist, the Irish Ambassador to Hungary. The event brought together university administrators, faculty members, students, and the wider academic community to discuss the evolving nature of cultural exchange and diplomacy between Ireland and Hungary. This […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Leads Breakthrough Dinosaur Discovery in Transylvania

Uncovering a Rich Fossil Patch in the Hațeg Basin In 2019, a team of paleontologists from the Valiora Dinosaur Research Group, headed by Dr. Gábor Botfalvai of the Department of Paleontology at Eötvös Loránd University, identified a unique site within the western Hațeg Basin of Transylvania. The site, known as K2, contains a bone concentration […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Study Links Dog ADHD Traits to Learning and Self‑Control

Background of the Research At the Department of Ethology in Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Hungary, a team of scientists has been exploring how attention‑deficit/hyperactivity analogues in dogs affect their cognitive performance. The work builds on validated questionnaires designed to assess three core dimensions of ADHD – inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity – in domestic pets. […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Leads New Joint Master’s in AI & Data Science for a Sustainable Future

Why a Transnational Master’s Makes Sense for AI and Data Science The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, big data, and automation demands education that blends theory with practical, real‑world impact. By merging the strengths of nine universities across Europe and Latin America, the new MAID4S programme delivers a curriculum that is both globally relevant and […]

Nov 25
Eötvös Loránd University Secures Third Place in Hungary’s QS Sustainability Rankings

When sustainability becomes a key criterion for evaluating higher‑education institutions worldwide, only a handful of universities rise to the top. Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) has taken its place as the third‑ranked university in Hungary and secured a position within the global top‑400 on the QS Sustainability Rankings. This achievement reflects the university’s dedication to environmental stewardship, […]