PAST
30 Jun-1 Jul 2023
Belgium
Namur
by Benelux Chapter
Bridging Science and Business
The “Bridging Science and Business” working group (BSB WG) is a section of MCAA that unites people who understand the need to bridge science and academia.
We strive to assist the community in establishing the link before these two worlds. We acknowledge that it is not easy, and it gives us a push to be extra active and motivated.
The philosophy of the group is in doing, rather than talking. The worlds of business and academia around us are changing fast, and we also move fast. If you wish to be actively involved in the life of the group, please write to the chair (currently Murat Gunes) and join the group here. If you would rather follow the activities of the group without active participation, please follow updates of the group without requesting to join.
If you don’t want to miss out on our future initiatives, subscribe to our BSB newsletter; no spam, we promise!
Aims and objectives:
To bring together research and business in Europe and beyond.
To share knowledge on the topics from both worlds of business and science. Such knowledge should be publicly accessible and free, when possible
To create a community for entrepreneurs in the MCAA community as an initiator for a global initiative at the whole European level.
To participate in both MCAA-led and external initiatives aimed to bridge business and research.
To establish a platform to help members of MCAA in starting their startups.
To engage in the discussion with other groups of MCAA on policy making.
Activities:
Yearly conference aimed at bringing together local research and business and providing training opportunities for both MCAA member and the public. For example, event in Gdansk in 2017, event in Paris in 2018.
Monthly webinars on various interesting topics with speakers from both MCAA and beyond. Available as a YouTube playlist.
Organisation of sessions during MCAA General Assembly meetings.
Participation in the discussion on how to bridge science and industry.
Events
Events
PAST
27 December 2023 01:00
Turkey
Middle East Technical University
by Bridging Science and Business
MCAA Turkey Chapter Event: How to attract researchers to Türkiye with MSCA? and Work Life Balance
The MCAA Turkey Chapter is hosting an informative event on two important topics of academics and research. The first focus area examines utilizing Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) to recruit notable researchers to Turkey. This aspect promotes Turkey's appeal to international researchers through talks on collaboration, funding, and professional development.
The event also addresses scholarly work-life balance. By understanding researchers' needs and challenges, the conversations will focus on effective strategies, support networks, and efforts to balance professional and personal responsibilities. This session aims to help Turkish researchers a,d beyong succeed academically and personally by analyzing ideal approaches and providing pragmatic viewpoints.
Please join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how Turkey may improve its research environment and prioritize scientist wellbeing.
The BSB WG supports the MCAA Turkey Chapter event, which brings together Turkey Chapter members to organize and plan future activities.
The event also addresses scholarly work-life balance. By understanding researchers' needs and challenges, the conversations will focus on effective strategies, support networks, and efforts to balance professional and personal responsibilities. This session aims to help Turkish researchers a,d beyong succeed academically and personally by analyzing ideal approaches and providing pragmatic viewpoints.
Please join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how Turkey may improve its research environment and prioritize scientist wellbeing.
The BSB WG supports the MCAA Turkey Chapter event, which brings together Turkey Chapter members to organize and plan future activities.
See event
PAST
12 January 2024 01:00
by Bridging Science and Business
The MCAA Around the World Webinar QuakeBridge: Science, Business, and Policy for Effective Earthquake Readiness of the BSB WG and Turkey Chapter
The main objective of this event is to bring together experts from academia, the industry and policymakers to foster in-depth discussions leading to the definition of precautionary measures. We want to create a cooperative structure that proactively addresses the potential destruction brought on by earthquakes by utilizing the pooled expertise and assets of these three different sectors.The event aims at initiating discussions on how policymakers can regulate the implementation of sustainable techniques in both short and long-term earthquake preparedness plans as well as the business perspective of adapting them.
See event
PAST
6-7 Nov 2025
France
Bordeaux
by France Chapter
Researchers Meet Entrepreneurs: Career Paths
“Researchers Meet Entrepreneurs: Career Paths”, Thursday 6 & Friday 7 November
It is our great pleasure to invite you to “Researchers Meet Entrepreneurs: Career Paths”, an event jointly organised by the MCAA France Chapter, the MCAA Bridging Science and Business Working Group (BSB WG), and the AUFRANDE Program teams.
This event aims to further strengthen the bridge between academia and industry by fostering dialogue, networking, and collaboration among researchers, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Intended for current and former Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) fellows, this event will explore diverse career paths for PhD holders and early-career postdoctoral researchers. It will offer valuable insights into transitioning from academia to industry, with a particular focus on start-up creation, mental health, and wellbeing. The programme will feature speakers and stakeholders from various sectors and provide ample opportunities for open discussion and networking.
Registration is required for all participants (except AUFRANDE fellows). The deadline to register is 30 October.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/aufrande-annual-event-in-france-2025-registration-1273679733369
It is our great pleasure to invite you to “Researchers Meet Entrepreneurs: Career Paths”, an event jointly organised by the MCAA France Chapter, the MCAA Bridging Science and Business Working Group (BSB WG), and the AUFRANDE Program teams.
This event aims to further strengthen the bridge between academia and industry by fostering dialogue, networking, and collaboration among researchers, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
Intended for current and former Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) fellows, this event will explore diverse career paths for PhD holders and early-career postdoctoral researchers. It will offer valuable insights into transitioning from academia to industry, with a particular focus on start-up creation, mental health, and wellbeing. The programme will feature speakers and stakeholders from various sectors and provide ample opportunities for open discussion and networking.
Registration is required for all participants (except AUFRANDE fellows). The deadline to register is 30 October.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.es/e/aufrande-annual-event-in-france-2025-registration-1273679733369
See event