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Microplastics: From Environmental Impact to Policy, Innovation, and Public Awareness

Apply by: 15.3.2025

Microplastics: From Environmental Impact to Policy, Innovation, and Public Awareness

Are you a Bachelor’s student, Master’s student, Ph.D. candidate, or young professionals ? Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and eager to tackle one of today’s pressing ecological challenges? Join the Geneva Summer School on Microplastics, taking place from June 16 to 20, 2025, and gain cutting-edge insights into the environmental, technological, and policy dimensions of microplastic pollution.The summer school is part of the MIRACLE project, co-developped with the Univeristy of Copenhagen and the University of Milan.

Why Participate?

  • Learn from top experts and organizations, including UNEP, FOEN, and IUCN.

  • Engage in interactive learning formats such as flipped classes, World Café sessions, and a hands-on field trip to Geneva Lake.

  • Tackle real-world challenges and collaborate with professionals on solutions for microplastic pollution.

  • Work in diverse teams, applying your skills to water resource management.

Key Topics Covered

  • Sources, impacts, and human exposure to microplastics

  • Detection methods and analytical approaches

  • Policy frameworks and regulatory challenges

  • Industry innovations and sustainable solutions

  • Public engagement and awareness strategies

What You’ll Gain

  • Deepen your expertise in microplastics and their global impact

  • Enhance teamwork and communication skills through collaborative projects

  • Receive a Certificate of Attendance and an optional ECTS transcript

Who Can Apply?

The course is open to Bachelor’s and Master’s students, Ph.D. candidates, and junior professionals from all backgrounds with an interest in environmental issues.

Scholarships Available!

The 4EU+ Alliance offers 20 full scholarships for students from Charles University, Sorbonne University, University of Copenhagen, University of Milan and University of Geneva, covering course fees, transportation, and allowances. Scholarships applicants please apply before March 15, 2025.

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