SMART has organized a full-day training on mental health in research for our doctoral researchers on Monday, December 8th. Dr. Bergner’s approach, tailored specifically to our program, integrates scientific evidence with practical strategies to support researchers in navigating and sustaining well-being within today’s academic environment The event started enthusiastically at 9:00 and proceeded with an […]
From November 19 to 21, our doctoral researchers met at the Schwarzwald Lodge Rothaus for the second SMART Retreat. The program followed the WCCD (Write/Code/Collab/Discuss) format established last year, combining focused project sessions with structured exchange and group activities. Day 1: Opening Sessions, Ice Breaker, and External Speaker Panel After the welcome plenary, participants joined […]
In preparation for the upcoming SMART Retreat and as part of the ongoing collaboration follow-up, SMART doctoral researchers came together to present and refine their collaboration pitches, exploring connections and new directions for joint research. Combining group exercises with trainer feedback from Dr. Vincen Botella-Soler , participants reworked their pitches, exchanged constructive input and uncovered new links […]
Last week, SMART doctoral researchers took part in the course Navigating Peer Review & Getting Published with Dr. Lukas Peintner. The two-day training guided participants through the publication process — from preparing and submitting a manuscript to responding to reviewer feedback. Through interactive exercises, participants explored the roles of authors, editors, and reviewers, gaining a practical view of […]
The Progress Seminar is part of SMART’s shared language strategy, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration by providing a regular space where doctoral researchers present their work, receive feedback, and connect across fields. Following researcher feedback, the seminar now alternates between specialized and general sessions. This new structure aims to balance focused disciplinary discussion with broader interdisciplinary exchange. The first sessions in both formats […]
On October 2, 2025, the SMART Master Lab Cohort 2.0 wrapped up with a poster presentation session. Over 10 weeks, our Master students worked closely with doctoral researchers and principal investigators before presenting their results to CRC members. The event opened at 14:30 with remarks from SMART Principal investigator Nadine Binder, followed by guided poster tours in which students presented […]
SmallData brings together a broad group of data disciplines to tackle small data challenges that are at the intersection of these disciplines. Our Integrated Research Training Group (IRTG) SMART will enable the four disciplines to move closer together to work on small data innovations in a collaborative effort.
Each doctoral researcher within SmallData will automatically become a member of SMART.
Fostering European collaborations in machine learning, robotics, computer vision and reasoning
Creating a collaborative environment beyond faculty borders
Multidisciplinary graduate program combining basic with translational research, biotechnology and drug development
Service department for all questions concerning doctoral studies in Freiburg
Campus-wide institution for promotion of doctoral and postdoctoral researchers of Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Creating excellent conditions for a successful doctoral and postdoctoral phase
Institute of Medical Biometry and Statistics,
Faculty of Medicine and Medical Center –
University of Freiburg
