The Marie Curie Alumni Association Finland Chapter held its first in-person meeting on March 14 in Turku co-organized by SYS-LIFE at the University of Turku and the alumni association. The inaugural event aimed to strengthen the MCAA community in Finland, encourage collaboration between Finnish institutions and highlight the research, experiences and career journeys of the Marie Curie fellows and alumni.
The event was opened by Chair of the Marie Curie Alumni Association Finland Chapter Cristina Florea from the University of Eastern Finland. SYS-LIFE’s project manager, Eeva Rainio spoke briefly about University of Turku and presented the SYS-LIFE programme.
Later during the day, the alumni had lightning talks and presentations about their own projects. The event concluded with networking and future MCAA Finland chapter activities planning.
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