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Science Hub of the University of Lodz (SH) is a collaborative platform of the University of Lodz that brings together students, university experts and external entities to support them in the implementation of innovative scientific and implementation projects. SH teams work together to solve real scientific challenges submitted by partner organisations.
Through participation in Science Hub UŁ:
- Students gain hands-on experience and learn to apply knowledge to real-world projects.
- Researchers have the opportunity to test and implement research results in practice.
- Partner organisations gain innovative solutions and support from university experts.
Our aim is to build lasting cooperation between academia and the socio-economic environment in order to jointly create and implement modern solutions.
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We want the Science Hub to become a solid bridge between the University community and the environment. A place where joint implementation projects are established, not only domain-specific, but also interdisciplinary, interuniversity and international in response to contemporary challenges.
- dr Małgorzata Dzimińska, head of the Science Hub of the University of Lodz - edition I and edition II
Editions
What are the benefits for the Science Hub partners?
Student
- What do you gain?
- Support in conducting research for coursework, bachelor's, or master's thesis with an applied focus.
- Participation in solving real-world problems relevant to a partner organization.
- Knowledge and skills in teamwork-based problem-solving, practical application of scientific methods and tools, and implementing your ideas within an organization.
- Competencies in Design Thinking and project management.
- Networking opportunities with professionals in your field.
- References confirming your participation in the project, which can enhance your chances of securing scholarships, entering competitions, or succeeding in recruitment processes at university and in the job market.
- For student participants from the UNIC network additionally:
- Travel and accommodation arrangements for a 3-day visit to Lodz provided by the University of Lodz.
- How to participate in Science Hub?
- Information about open calls can be found in the "News" section.
- If you have a project idea aligned with the competition's goals, contact a Science Hub Ambassador. If you lack an external partner or academic supervisor, they can assist you.
- What if there is no open call at the moment?
- We encourage you to submit ideas for collaboration with partner organizations to Science Hub Ambassadors, who have information about upcoming Science Hub UŁ editions.
Academic Supervisor
- What do you gain?
- The opportunity to implement your research findings, test their societal impact and explore commercialization potential.
- Participation in a University of Lodz project, providing real support in developing collaboration with the socio-economic partners.
- New connections with researchers (including international ones, as in the UNIC edition) and practitioners working on interesting research topics.
- Influence on local challenges and the public perception of the academic community.
- Enhancement of teaching skills, such as tutoring and using Design Thinking methodology in project implementation.
- For academic supervisors from the UNIC network additionally:
- Travel and accommodation arrangements for a 3-day visit to Lodz provided by the University of Lodz.
- How to participate in Science Hub?
- Information about open calls is available in the "News" section.
- If you have a project idea aligned with the competition's goals and work with ambitious, creative students, contact a Science Hub Ambassador, form a team, and submit your application.
- What if there is no open call at the moment?
- We encourage you to submit collaboration ideas with partner organizations to Science Hub Ambassadors or via email at: science.hub@uni.lodz.pl.
- If you are a University of Lodz employee, you can also initiate a new Science Hub edition.
Partner Organization
- What do you gain?
- A solution tailored to your organization's current challenge.
- The opportunity to improve a product, service or optimize your resource management.
- Access to the know-how and infrastructure of the University of Lodz and the ability to utilize the university's unique resources.
- Knowledge exchange through collaboration with academic experts and specialists, including those from international research institutions.
- Strengthening an innovation-driven culture by fostering openness to new concepts and solutions.
- New connections with academic partners and specialists.
- Access to training on effective collaboration with academic institutions.
- The possibility of recruiting potential employees, collaborators, and partners for future development and joint applications for research-business grants.
- How to participate in Science Hub?
- A representative of your organization can apply along with a team for an open competition.
- If you have a challenge or a project idea and are looking for academic partners, contact Science Hub Ambassadors or email: science.hub@uni.lodz.pl.
- A partner organization can also initiate a new edition of Science Hub UŁ. Contact Science Hub UŁ by sending a message to: science.hub@uni.lodz.pl.
