Events

Standardisation is far more than a technical or regulatory exercise — it is a dynamic, transdisciplinary process through which research and practice continuously inform one another. Alongside publications and patents, standardisation serves as a powerful yet often overlooked channel for knowledge and technology transfer, providing shared concepts, methods, and reference frameworks that strengthen the quality, reproducibility, and uptake of scientific work.

For researchers working across disciplines, sectors, and national borders, engagement in standardisation offers tangible opportunities: broader collaboration networks, greater visibility for research outputs, and a direct pathway to societal and industrial impact. When research shapes standards — and standards in turn inform research — a virtuous cycle emerges that accelerates innovation and reinforces the relevance of science beyond the academic community.

An event organised by the MCAA Communication Working Group in collaboration with MCAA France Chapter and MCAA BeNeLux Chapter. This networking event, open to all MCAA members, brings the MCAA and MSCA community together in Brussels for a Science Communication Special event.

Join us for a visit to Science is Wonderful! 2026, a flagship science outreach event, where over 150 MSCA and ERC researchers bring their work to life through hands-on exhibits, science shows, and interactive demonstrations.

While the SIW event is a 3 day event (18-20 March 2026), and it is completely free of cost. If you wish you can visit any day as per your convinience. However, if you wish to attend this networking event, we'll be there on March 20.

The idea is to meet all the wonderful members of our community to connect, catch up and celebrate science together.

Key Details:
✅ Free admission to Science is Wonderful!
🔗 Registration link to Meet & Greet event - https://shorturl.at/HdCIQ
📍 Maison de la Poste, Rue Picard 7, Brussels
📅 20 March 2026
⚡ Limited grants available for travel - priority to members from nearby regions to Belgium.

Whether you're based in Brussels or travelling in for the day, we'd love to see you there.

Spots are limited, so register now.

Join us for a visit to Science is Wonderful! 2026, a flagship science outreach event, hosted at the stunning Maison de la Poste, where over 150 #MSCA and #ERC researchers bring their work to life through hands-on exhibits, science shows, and interactive demonstrations.

The idea is to meet all the wonderful members of our community to connect, catch up and celebrate science together.

✅ Free admission to Science is Wonderful!
🔗 Registration link to Meet & Greet event - https://forms.monday.com/forms/7a611fbbe5fcc545b50279ecb3118013?r=use1
📍 Maison de la Poste, Rue Picard 7, Brussels
📅 20 March 2026
⚡ Limited grants available for travel

Whether you're based in Brussels or travelling in for the day, we'd love to see you there.

Spots are limited, so register now!

MSCA Info Day focusing on Staff Exchanges (SE) will take place online on 18 March 2026, bringing together researchers, universities, research organisations and other stakeholders from Jordan, Algeria and Morocco interested in participating in the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under Horizon Europe.
The event is organised by the MSCA-GLOPOL project, funded by the European Commission.

Artificial Intelligence is transforming career paths across academia, industry, and policy. Today, understanding trustworthy artificial intelligence is not only a technical advantage but also a key factor for credibility, employability, and professional competitiveness.
In this panel, we will discuss how transparency, fairness, accountability, privacy, and governance are becoming essential to sustainable career development in an AI-driven world.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://mariecuriealumni-eu.zoom.us/meeting/register/kUQH-g-YSieyCIqR7TrdBw

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Süreyya Akyüz
Panelists: Prof. Dr. Süreyya Akyüz, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meliha Sermin Paksoy and Dr. Ingrid Campo-Ruiz

The month of March is special in Bulgaria, and we are gathering for a March event to discuss the plans of the Bulgaria Chapter in 2026, and to share a dinner at the popular "Happy restaurant" in Sofia on 16.03.2026 at 18.00. Everybody is welcome and you are in the vicinity, please join us.

You can write to the Chair Maya Dimitrova if you would like to join.