Mission Statement

This doctoral programme intends to provide an internationally competitive scientific training of doctoral students in innovative pharmaceutical, nutritional and sport research.

The school wants to attract motivated students and to guide them towards scientific excellence and independence in a truly unique and dynamic multi-as well as interdisciplinary environment to finally become well-educated, open-minded and responsible graduates. The cohorts trained and supported by the VDS PhaNuSpo are part of the vibrant research environment at the Faculty of Life Sciences and the Centre for Sport Science and University Sports of the University of Vienna.

Your Benefits

  • Co-supervision and mentoring from at least two experts in your field.
  • Low hierarchies and an open door policy.
  • Interdisciplinary exchange in the form of joint courses, seminars, retreats and social events.
  • Additional financial support e.g. in the form of completion or mobility grants.
  • A strong student voice.
  • Dedicated administrative support.

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Calls & Opportunities
 

Limited spots: Register now and submit your abstract for the on-site Pitch Fest.

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Event
 

Online on 13 October 2025. Registration is required.

This follow-up event to the 2025 Open Science Festival is open to all. You are welcome to join one or both sessions, even if you did not attend...

Lecture
 

Format & Date: E-learning and in-person workshop on 20 May 2026, 09:00–11:00, UZAII.

Who: PhD candidates who have completed Module 2.

This course aims to teach you how and why supervision, mentoring...

Lecture
 

Format & Date: Preparation homework and an in-person workshop on 22 April 2026, 9:00–13:00, UZAII.

Who: New PhD candidates.

Participants will learn strategies on how to discuss and deal with issues...

Lecture
 

Format & Date: E-learning and in-person workshop on 16 October 2025, 9:00-11:00, UZAII.

Who: PhD candidates who have completed Module 1.

This course aims to create awareness of relevant issues in...

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