Training Events and Programme
The SHIELD Doctoral Network offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary training programme designed to equip 16 Doctoral Candidates (DCs) with the scientific, technical, and transferable skills needed for successful careers in academia, industry, and healthcare.
Network-Wide Training Events
The training is delivered through a combination of local PhD programmes, training-through-research, network-wide training events, and outreach activities, ensuring a well-rounded and impactful learning experience.
Listed below are upcoming: Network's Kick-off Meeting, Workshops, Summer- and Winter Schools, Conferens and e-Seminars are listed below:
Kick-off meeting October 2-3 2025
In Sweden, Month 2:
Launch of the network, coordination of recruitment, and introduction to training, dissemination, and management strategies.
Link to Kick-off meeting
Initial Orientation Workshop
In Sweden, Month 8 (April) : Focus on implant-associated infections, research methodology, ethics, gender and diversity, and scientific writing.
SHIELD Summer School
UK, Month 14: Advanced training in biomaterials synthesis, antimicrobial technologies, and host-material interactions. Includes the mid-term review meeting.
SHIELD Winter School
Switzerland, Month 20: Training on preclinical models for evaluating antimicrobial devices, including analytical techniques and leadership skills.
Industrial Workshops
1st Workshop Ireland, Month 26: From lab to market – antimicrobial medical devices and regulatory compliance.
2nd Workshop France, Month 32: Commercialisation, entrepreneurship, and innovation in medical technologies.
Open Science Workshop
Germany, Month 38: Focus on translational research and regenerative medicine, with career development sessions.
SHIELD Final Conference
Spain, Month 44: Presentation of SHIELD achievements, future collaborations, and career planning
