May 13th: European Doctorate Day

The new explorers are doing science!

On 13 May 2026, Europe will celebrate the very first European Doctorate Day through the EURODOCDAY initiative!
An opportunity to shine a spotlight on our doctoral candidates, key players in innovation and in the transformation of our societies.

At Université de Lorraine, this day will come to life in Nancy through a rich programme open to everyone. Exhibition, escape game, improvisation performances, interactive stands, Experimentarium, discovery of the citizen science initiative Tous Chercheurs… dive into the heart of living research and come meet doctoral candidates from Lorraine!

A unique opportunity to discover research as it happens!

Also explore the innovative ORION programme “Dare to do research during your studies”, a unique initiative in France that opens the doors to research from the very first years of university studies. From humanities to mathematics, from PhD programmes in partnership with companies to international mobility, Université de Lorraine offers a wide range of opportunities to make a doctorate a true adventure…

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