OPEN CALL FOR PROJECTS UNDER THE AEGIS OF THE PI GROUP: SCIENTIFIC HYPERJUMP INITIATIVE

CATEGORY DESCRIPTION

This open call focuses on the creation of new and the enhancement and development of existing groups of young researchers and developers under the supervision of principal investigators (PIs). The ultimate goal of this open call is to produce highly-qualified young researchers and developers from among school and university students by involving them in research projects and allowing them to become immersed in actual research work at its earliest stages.

RESULTS AND EFFECTS YOUR PROJECT SHOULD PRODUCE FOR THE UNIVERSITY

introduction of an environment at ITMO conducive to the development and successful fulfillment of personal potential of school and university students and young scientists;
rapid training of research staff from among school and university students;

continuous updating of educational content through the generation of new knowledge;
increase in the percentage of graduates from Master’s and PhD programs.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

We welcome applications from PIs with at least four years of work experience following their PhD thesis defense, aged under 40, who are representatives of ITMO University and/or third-party organizations.

TIMELINE

November 5

Open call launch

November 5–25

Application period

November 26 — December 7

Expert assessment of projects – including review by M-platform councils – and open project defenses

December 10-11

Final session of the Development Strategy Coordination Council

DOCUMENTS

Open call announcement

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Tender specifications for the open call for projects under the aegis of the PI Group: Scientific Hyperjump initiative as part of ITMO’s 2030 Development Strategy

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Project passport template

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Executive summary of the 2030 Development Strategy

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