CENTRAL Network












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            CENTRAL is a vivid partnership between five renowned Central European universities, all lo

            capitals of their home countries: Berlin, Budapest, Prague, Vienna, and Warsaw. Under the 
            diverse research and outreach activities take place, in all fields.
            What we do within CENTRAL Network

            CENTRAL conducts a wide range of research and educational activities. CENTRAL provides a p
            scientific discussion and academic and student exchange. By combining the efforts of the a
            universities, this group raises the profile of academic discourse in Central and Eastern E

            Europe and beyond.


            More information on the official website CENTRAL Network [ URL "https://central-network.eu
            Themes of activities
            The theme during the presidency of one of the member universities determines the program o

            discussions in partner institutions. The universities grouped in this network address issu
            social or political significance, particularly for the Central European region. In respons
            demand for universities to engage with the society of which they are a part, they are taki

            beyond the academic sphere and opening it up to the wider public.

            Since 2025, when Charles University took over the presidency of the CENTRAL network, the m

            been: Connecting traditions and innovations in Central Europe.

            2021 - 2024, during the presidency of the University of Vienna, the theme of the CENTRAL n

            activities was: What unites or divides us.

            Who and how you can join activities

            There are many activities you can get involved in as part of the CENTRAL group.

            CENTRAL Joint Workshops [ URL "https://central-network.eu/CN-14.html"]


            • One of these is the annual workshops for doctoral students. These workshops provide doct
              with an opportunity to meet colleagues from other universities and, under the guidance o

              academics, solve problems and address specific issues related to their research.
            • Every year, a call for proposals is announced for groups of researchers from universitie
              with the CENTRAL network. The aim of the call is to support the establishment of new col

              (including innovative teaching/training for young researchers) or to strengthen existing

            LETNÍ ŠKOLA/CENTRAL Leadership Program [ URL "https://central-network.eu/CN-16.html"]


            • Students can also participate in CENTRAL network activity, summer school - CENTRAL Leade
            • CENTRAL Leadership program is an immersive program that offers leadership training for g

              and doctoral students across five cities, combining academic seminars with cultural expe
              Participants explore diverse realms such as politics, diplomacy and society, preparing t
              leadership roles in Europe.


            Where you can currently apply
            • Regitstration for the CENTRAL Joint Workshops [ URL "https://central-network.eu/CN-14.ht

              opens in January.
            • Registration for the CENTRAL Leadership Program [ URL "https://central-network.eu/CN-16.
              opens in February.

            • Follow the latest news in the CENTRAL Network on the website [ URL "https://central-netw
              CN-1.html"] .


            Who you can contact
            Please direct any questions regarding CENTRAL network activities to central-network(zavina
            "central-network(zavinac)cuni.cz"] .