Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) is pleased to invite early career researchers (ECRs) from ERUA partner universities to participate in Young Researchers Days 2026, taking place in Vilnius, Lithuania, from 29 September to 1 October 2026.
The event will be held on site as part of MOin – MRU Science and Innovation Week, bringing together ECRs from across the ERUA Alliance for three days of learning, collaboration, networking, and research exchange. Participants will strengthen their skills in project development, grant writing, scientific communication, and academic writing, while developing a research project concept to be presented during the Research Project Pitch Session. Participants may also choose to attend the International Scientific Conference for Young Researchers “Social Transformations in Contemporary Society (STICS)”.
Preliminary Programme
29 September 2026
Grant Writing & Funding Strategies
- Funding landscape and funding opportunities
- Proposal development and reviewer perspectives
- Practical grant proposal drafting workshop
30 September 2026
Scientific Communication & Dissemination
- Research communication and dissemination strategies
- Communication planning and audience engagement
- Practical communication strategy development workshop
1 October 2026
- Research Project Pitch Session
- Attendance at the International Scientific Conference for Young Researchers “Social Transformations in Contemporary Society (STICS)”
Participation
Participation is free of charge. Attendees are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation costs. We encourage prospective participants to explore funding opportunities available through their home institution, including Erasmus+ and other mobility support schemes.
Registration
Registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/0rJFBXmEQe
Registration is open until 1 September 2026. Please note that registration may close earlier if the maximum number of participants is reached.
14th International Scientific Conference for Young Researchers “Social Transformations in Contemporary Society (STICS)”
Researchers wishing to present their research at the International Scientific Conference for Young Researchers “Social Transformations in Contemporary Society (STICS)” must register separately.
Deadline: 1 September 2026
Registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/254ejsJAc0
After completing the registration form, please submit an abstract or a full paper (full document length: 8 pages) to stics@mruni.eu, specifying “STICS 2026” in the subject line of your email.
More information: https://stics.mruni.eu.
Contact
For further information regarding the workshops, registration process, or participation, please contact phd@mruni.eu.
Download the MRU Young Researchers Days 2026, 29 September – 1 October 2026 here.
