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This summer, I had the pleasure of supervising Bridget Allan (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) during her fellowship at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ). Bridget joined us for a two-month stint as part of the ICIQ Summer School Fellowship, bringing her enthusiasm and fresh perspective to Dr. Villa team. The ICIQ Summer Fellowship Programme is … Read more

The BIST Mentoring Programme, developed by the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology, is an eight-month structured initiative designed to support early-career researchers through experienced mentorship. Targeting senior postdocs, group leaders, and other professionals in leadership roles, the programme provides professional training, a structured mentor–mentee matching process, ongoing support, and a formal evaluation. Mentors engage … Read more

Last few days in the lab and a couple of photos to close the MSCA fellowship:

On the 26th of April, Prof Dr Ivana Fleischer, invited by Group Prof. Arjan W. Kleij, held a seminar entitled: “There is Something About Chalcogens” More information about the event: Invited Seminar (Group Prof. Arjan W. Kleij) – Prof. Dr. Ivana Fleischer, University of Tübingen, Germany (iciq.org)

Supervision is a cornerstone of the MSCA fellowship experience, playing a crucial role in the professional and personal development of both the supervisor and the students. For fellows, the opportunity to mentor and guide junior researchers fosters essential skills in leadership, communication, and project management. These experiences are invaluable, preparing them for future roles in … Read more

Dr. Bálazs Tóth attended the VII PhD & Postdoc Day 2023 at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) on October 30th and 31st. This event, organized by and for PhD students from the URV and ICIQ, was a fantastic opportunity for networking and learning. The PhD Day featured an impressive lineup of recognized … Read more

The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) hosted its renowned training course: “Leadership in Action”. This program, designed with postdoctoral researchers in mind, was a unique opportunity for participants to develop essential skills for successful self-management and career progression. I attended the course on July 2023. It ran over three sessions. Each session, from … Read more

Dr. Bálazs Tóth attended the BIST Career Week on the 26th-30th of June 2023 in Barcelona. This event, organized by the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST), is a significant platform for networking and learning, attracting a diverse group of attendees, primarily PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. The BIST Career Week is a unique … Read more

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) recently hosted its first-ever OpenData Day, a thrilling event dedicated to uncovering the potential and benefits of OpenData initiatives. This pioneering event marked a significant milestone in ICIQ’s commitment to promoting transparency, collaboration, and innovation. Throughout the day, we were immersed in a diverse range of topics related to OpenData. … Read more

Dr. Bálazs Tóth was in attendance at the BIST Future Leaders Forum 2022. This event, held on October 28th, 2022, at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Campus Ciutadella, Barcelona, was a one-day conference organized by BIST postdocs and junior leaders. The forum aimed to encourage networking among the postdoctoral community and provide a relaxed space for … Read more

Dr. Bálazs Tóth attended the 26th Conference Fèlix Serratosa at ICIQ. This prestigious event, held on October 11, 2022, was the annual tribute to Professor Fèlix Serratosa, a leading researcher in organic chemistry in Spain. The conference featured a seminar by Professor Dirk Trauner from the University of Pennsylvania. His talk, titled ‘A Total Synthesis … Read more