On September 10, 2024, the annual reception for international researchers, organized by the U Bremen Research Alliance (UBRA) Welcome Center at the University of Bremen, took place from 5 to 9 PM. The internationally adorned conference rooms of UBRA member Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Medicine MEVIS created a festive setting for the event.
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"UBRA’s strength lies in the researchers bringing their skills and passion from all over the world to Bremen. Dear researchers: welcome!"
said Dr. Mandy Boehnke, Vice President International Affairs, Academic Qualification and Diversity at University of Bremen, as she greeted the roughly 100 attendees.
She took the opportunity to introduce the Welcome Center’s new projects from the past year. These included, among other things, the successful hosting of the EURAXESS annual conference. Additionally, the center's services were expanded from supporting solely international researchers to nationally travelling researchers, and a new Welcome Guide was introduced. This online service allows interested researchers to quickly obtain personalized information about their research stay in Bremen with just a few clicks.
Against the backdrop of current political developments, Dr. Boehnke emphasized, "Science holds the power to build bridges, to bring us together regardless of nationalities, to foster ties even across entire continents." She called for an open-minded approach that rejects hate and recognizes science as a unifying force between cultures, nations, and people.
The cultural highlight of the evening was an impressive dance performance from India, by Sisriksha, a Master's student at the University of Bremen. She presented a classical Indian dance from the state of Odisha, blending Indian traditional elements with well-known European songs to create a harmonious fusion of several cultures.
In addition to stimulating conversations and opportunities to forge new connections, participants were treated to international food and drinks. Creative activities were also on offer: guests could design postcards, make bracelets, and share ideas and experiences. Many researchers attended with their partners and children, further enriching the event and contributing to a relaxed, open atmosphere.
The reception provided both international and domestic researchers with an ideal platform for exchanging ideas and building new scientific networks. The positive feedback from the participants showed that such events are a valuable component of a thriving culture of welcome within the member institutions of the U Bremen Research Alliance.
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