S4 Workshop: Research Software Development with MATLAB

05 March 2025 - 05 March 2025 Workshop

Learn to develop clean and maintainable research using MATLAB. Training covers clean code, unit testing, Git control, and making reproducible, shareable MATLAB environments.

S4 Workshop: Kick-starting your Doctoral Thesis - Scientific Writing

17 March 2025 - 21 March 2025 Workshop

During this week-long training participants learn techniques for productive thesis writing while receiving individualized feedback from course trainer Dr. Deborah Bennett.

S4 Workshop: Best Practices for Supervision of BA & Master's Students

01 April 2025 - 01 April 2025 Teaching

This training is designed to help guide our doctoral researchers on how to become effective supervisors as many of them begin to supervise others for the first time during the doctorate.

Culture Club: Finding Housing

04 April 2025 - 04 April 2025 Event

Join the MPI-IS Culture Club for a helpful session on finding housing in Germany, covering topics like rental agreements, utilities, and practical tips for settling into your new home.

S4 Workshop: The Best Defense is a Good Offense (PhD Edition)

30 April 2025 - 30 April 2025 Workshop

Learn how to craft clear research questions, compelling arguments, and cohesive visuals for the doctoral defense. Discover strategies to handle tough questions and present with confidence.

S4 Workshop: Successfully Apply for Industry Positions in Germany

09 May 2025 - 09 May 2025 Workshop

This training is designed to equip our scholars with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the job application process in Germany effectively and successfully.

Culture Club: Getting a Driver's License in Germany

06 June 2025 - 06 June 2025 Event

Culture Club is designed to help acclimate international colleagues to life in Germany. This session will help to guide participants through the steps of getting a driver's license locally.

S4 Workshop: Best Practices for Software Development in Python

24 June 2025 - 24 June 2025 Workshop

Build on your existing Python skills to improve your programming. This hands-on session covers concepts and practical techniques to help you write more efficient and powerful code.

S4 Workshop: Kick-starting your Doctoral Thesis - Scientific Writing

30 June 2025 - 04 July 2025 Workshop

During this week-long training participants learn techniques for productive thesis writing while receiving individualized feedback from course trainer Dr. Deborah Bennett.

S4 Workshop: Scientific English Writing

14 July 2025 - 18 July 2025 Workshop

This training will familiarize our researchers with writing conventions adopted in their particular field and provide them with practical tools to improve their English academic writing skills.

S4 Workshop: Networking Before, During, and After Conferences

22 July 2025 - 22 July 2025 Workshop

Networking allows you to meet collaborators and create a personal research community. This training will help you overcome challenges and prep for future networking opportunities.

Culture Club: German Residency

19 September 2025 - 19 September 2025 Event

Culture Club helps acclimate our international colleagues to life in Germany. This session focuses on the topic of residency in Germany.

Responsible Conduct in Research 2025

08 October 2025 - 08 October 2025 Workshop

Principles of good scientific practice can be violated in many ways, from improper application of scientific methods or documenting data, to serious scientific misconduct through deliberate falsification or deceit. This workshop will provide an introduction to these important topics, with subject-specific input from senior IMPRS-IS and CLS researchers.

S4 Workshop: Successfully Apply for Industry Positions in Germany

17 October 2025 - 17 October 2025 Workshop

This training is designed to equip our scholars with the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the job application process in Germany effectively and successfully.

S4 Workshop: Mentorship Matters - Strengthening your Mentor-Mentee Relationship

24 October 2025 - 24 October 2025 Workshop

This workshop helps participants will gain tools to strengthen their professional relationships with particular attention focused on the relationship between supervisor and student.

S4 Workshop: Kick-starting your Doctoral Thesis - Scientific Writing

03 November 2025 - 07 November 2025 Workshop

During this week-long training participants learn techniques for productive thesis writing while receiving individualized feedback from course trainer Dr. Deborah Bennett.

Culture Club: Parental Leave, Benefits, & Having Children in Germany

14 November 2025 - 14 November 2025 Event

As many of our scholars continue to live and grow their families, we want to provide access to important information about benefits, rights, and resources for parents in Germany.

S4 Workshop: Project Management for 1st and 2nd Year Scholars

26 November 2025 - 28 November 2025 Workshop

Learn how to effectively define research goals, structure your doctorate, and apply project management tools to stay on track.

Training: How to Make a Good Rebuttal

02 December 2025 - 02 December 2025 Workshop

Led by IMPRS-IS graduate Robert Geirhos, this training will cover the different aspects that contribute to rebuttal success: preparation, strategy, organization, content, and more.

Past Events

07 February 2025 - 07 February 2025 Event