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SUMMARY:Soil Moisture Regulation in the Context of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 14 hours synchronous online\, 30 hours on–site + 46 hours independent and group work\nOnline component: 21 – 23 April 2026\, (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\, 27 – 29 April 2026\, (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\, 19 May 2026 (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\nOn–site component: 4 – 8 May 2026 (it will take place: Kaunas\, Lithuania)\n\nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nLietuvos inžinerijos kolegija/Higher education institution (Lithuania) – Lead and Host Institution \nVilda Grybauskienė (Lietuvos inžinerijos kolegija) \nGitana Vyčienė (Lietuvos inžinerijos kolegija) \nConstantin Brâncuși University (Romania)  \nCatalin Schiopu (Constantin Brâncuși University) \n Irina Pecingina (Constantin Brâncuși University) \nMedical University of Gdansk (Poland)  \nMaciej Tankiewicz (Medical University of Gdansk) \nMilena Lachowicz (Medical University of Gdansk) \nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) \nOlfa Zarrouk (IPSantarém) \nNuno Conceicao (IPSantarém) \nExternal stakeholders involved in the course: \nAndrius Marinas – Association of Land Reclamation\, President \nVidmantas Pauliukevicius – Farmer \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis course explores the impact of climate change on soil moisture\, drought stress\, and agricultural sustainability. Students will study biological soil additives such as biochar\, compost\, and microbial inoculants\, and gain hands–on experience through lab demonstrations\, field practices\, and ecotoxicity assessments. Emphasis is placed on practical application strategies\, cost–benefit considerations\, and policy frameworks like the EU Green Deal. The course also integrates a medical perspective\, addressing how soil and crop management influence food safety\, nutritional value\, and public health. Students will examine how reducing chemical inputs and mitigating ecotoxicity risks contribute to healthier diets and long–term disease prevention. In this way\, the course links sustainable agriculture with healthy lifestyles and the promotion of overall human well–being. The course concludes with collaborative projects and reflection on innovations for climate–resilient\, health–oriented agriculture. \n  \nCourse Description:\nProvide a more structured explanation of the course\, dividing it into its main components: \n\nOnline sessions: 21 – 23 April 2026\, (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\, 27–29 April 2026\, (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\,\nStudents will learn about implementation strategies and field practices involved in the ecotoxicity assessment of soils; application of soil moisture sensors\, crop yield analysis\, and microbial community testing for evaluating the performance of biological soil additives; and EU Green Deal with related subsidy mechanisms that promote climate–adaptive agricultural practices. In addition\, attention will be given to how sustainable soil management contributes to food safety\, nutritional quality\, and ultimately healthier lifestyles\, linking agricultural innovations with public health and disease prevention.\nOn–site sessions: 4 – 8 May 2026\n\nLectures: Theoretical foundations addressing climate change\, soil moisture dynamics\, and the role of biological additives\, with a particular focus on their implications for food safety\, nutritional value\, and human health. The course highlights how sustainable soil management practices not only enhance agricultural resilience but also support disease prevention and healthier lifestyles. \nSeminars/Group Discussions: Critical examination of local and regional drought impacts and their implications for agricultural systems and the availability of nutritious\, safe\, and diverse food essential for healthy diets. \nLaboratory Activities: Comparative experiments assessing water retention in treated versus untreated soils. \nCase Study Analysis: Practical insights derived from farmers’ experiences with biological additive use\, emphasising how these practices contribute to producing safer\, more nutritious food and promoting healthier lifestyles. \nReflective Exercise: Consideration of future innovations required to enhance climate–resilient agriculture. \n\nFollow–up / reflection: 19 May 2026 (15:00 – 17:00 CEST)\nonline final project presentation (Create an additive application plan for a drought–prone farm scenario) and reflection.\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nTo understand how biological soil additives can improve moisture retention and resilience under climate stress\, and how they contribute to sustainable soil management. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand soil moisture challenges in the context of climate change;\nIdentify and describe technological solutions for moisture regulation;\nAnalyse their mechanisms of action and field application methods;\nEvaluate the sustainability\, effectiveness\, and scalability of bio–additives;\nPropose a practical implementation plan for a given climate scenario;\nConduct practical training on ecotoxicity assessment of soil;\nRecognise the link between sustainable soil management\, food safety\, and healthy nutrition as part of a broader healthy lifestyle.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nIdentify and classify key biological additives (e.g.\, biochar\, compost\, mycorrhizae\, humic substances) relevant to sustainable soil moisture management.\nUnderstand the mechanisms by which these additives influence soil structure\, water retention\, plant resilience\, food quality and healthy lifestyle.\nApply practical methods for incorporating biological additives into different agricultural systems\, tailored to soil type and climate and healthy food systems.\nAssess the environmental and economic benefits of using biological soil amendments in the context of climate change adaptation.\nEvaluate real–life cases and farmer experiences to inform decision–making in sustainable land\, water and food as circular system management.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the following fields: \n\nAgriculture\nSoil Science\nEnvironmental Sciences\nHealth Sciences\nSustainable Agriculture\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nSustainable Farming\nSoil Health\nClimate Change Adaptation\nHealth Sciences\n\n\nRecommended Language Level:\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1 – B2)\, as the working language will be English.\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/f7artVN6mnXusGT9A \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 20 January 2026 \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nVilda Grybauskienė vilda.grybauskiene@lik.tech
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SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee Call  - Gender Equality\, Equity & Social impact
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Coffee Call  – MAY 13\, 2026 \n\nDate: MAY 13\, 2026\nTime: 14:00 – 15:00 CEST (15:00 Romanian Time)\nLocation: Zoom\nMeeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1\nAgenda:\n\n  \n\n\n\n14:00 – 14:30\nGeneral intro on gender equality\, equity & social impact\nDr. Marika Gruber\, Social Impactors Conceptual Lead\, CUAS (Austria)Mélissa Pebayle\, Social Impactors Operational Lead\, CUAS (Austria)\n\nDr. Marika Gruber and Mélissa Pebayle (Carinthia University of Applied Sciences\, Austria)\, who lead the ACE²-EU Social Impactors (SI)\, will briefly present the outcomes of the recent pilot Social Impactors Knowledge Creation Team Workshop (SI KCTW) on Gender Equity and go over the Social Impactors role and intended impact on society\, with a particular focus on the SI Gender Equity.\n\n\n14:30 – 14:35\nQnA\n\n\n14:35 – 14:50\nJoint public policy plan in the field of Gender Equality and Equal Opportunities \nGeorg Overbeck\, Advisor for International Special Tasks\, THI\, Germany \nGeorg will present joint public policy plan in the field of Gender Equality and Equal Opportunities.\n\n\n14:50 – 15:00\nQnA\n\n\n\n  \n\nWho should attend:\n\nStudents who have attended the recent Social Impactors Knowledge Creation Team Workshop (SI KCTW) and students who are interested in similar workshops\nTeaching staff and administrative staff\n\n\nModerator – This Virtual Coffee is moderated by Elizabete Granta\, a student from the Latvian Academy of Culture (Latvia) who was a participant in the pilot SI KCTW.\n\n  \n\nIntroduction of speakers:\n\n\nMarika Gruber is a migration researcher and professor of migration and diversity in business and society at the School of Management at the Carinthia University of Applied Sciences\, as well as deputy head of the Department of Demographic Change & Regional Development at IARA – Institute for Applied Research on Ageing. In the ACE²-EU Alliance\, she is the conceptual lead for the design and implementation of the Social Impactors\, which are anchored in the SPACE Centre\, and the Chair for the Social Impactor Culture & Diversity.\nWith an academic background in social and political sciences\, international relations\, and criminology\,Mélissa Pebayle is the internationalization commissioner at Carinthia University of Applied Sciences’ School of Management\, as well as an ACE²-EU Project Officer for the whole university. In the ACE²-EU Alliance\, she is the operational lead of the SPACE Centre’s Social Impactors.\n\nGeorg Overbeck has been at Ingolstadt University of Technoloy (THI) since 2008 as Advisor for International Special Tasks. Within the European University Alliance ACE2-EU\, he contributes his long-standing expertise to deepening institutional cooperation at the European level. Working in close coordination with the university leadership\, he leads the strategic direction of the “Sustainability” work package within ACE2-EU. His competence in mediating between different sectors is based\, among other things\, on his experience in research marketing at the Regional Economic Development Agency for Southwest Germany. His commitment to Europe began during his studies through his active participation in the AEGEE-Europe network. Georg Overbeck holds an MBA in Educational Management\, a Diploma in International Cultural and Business Studies\, and a Diploma in Public Administration (University of Applied Sciences).
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SUMMARY:Fruit and vegetables – sustainable cultivation\, diet and health impact
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 15 synchronous online\, 25 hours on-site + 45 hours independent and group work\nOnline component: 18– 21 May 2026 (Warsaw: Central European Time (CET) UTC+2h)\nOn-site component: 08–11 June 2026\, It will take place in Gdańsk (Poland) Follow-up / reflection: 18 June 2026 (online)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nUpon successful completion of the course\, participants will receive receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland) Lead and Host Institution \nMaciej Tankiewicz\, PhD\, DSc Eng.\, Associate Professor \nLecturers: Milena Lachowicz PhD\, Representatives of the Division of Environmental Toxicology MUG \nSantarem Polytechnic University (Portugal))  \nJoana Ferreira \nLIK (Lithuania) \nAsta Ramaskeviciene\, Gitana Vyciene \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain) \nMª Carmen Romero Ferreiro \nLatvian Academy of Culture (Latvia)  \nAija Lūse \nUNIVERSITATEA CONSTANTIN BRANCUSI TARGU JIU (Romania) \nSchiopu Emil Catalin \n  \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nUniversity Clinical Centre in Gdańsk (Poland) \nMalinogród Gdynia – fruit plantation\, tourist attraction (Poland) \nAllmicroalgae (Portugal) \nThe Horticultural Research and Development Station Targu Jiu (Romania) \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis course explores the role of fruit and vegetables from farm to fork\, focusing on how they are grown\, their place in a healthy diet\, and their impact on human health and the environment. Students will learn about sustainable cultivation practices\, nutritional benefits\, and the ways fruit and vegetable consumption influences public health. By connecting agriculture\, diet\, and sustainability\, the course highlights why increasing fruit and vegetable intake is vital for both personal health and a more sustainable food system. \n  \nCourse Description:\n \n\nOnline sessions: Online lectures will introduce the key concepts of sustainable cultivation\, nutrition\, and the health impacts of fruit and vegetable consumption. Introduction to food safety and food contamination. Students will engage in group discussions\, preparatory readings. Dates: 18–21 May 2026.\nOn-site sessions: Four-day intensive Programme combining workshops\, practical field activities\, and experiments in the laboratory. Students will interact directly with local stakeholders (farmers and health experts) to explore real-world challenges and solutions. Dates: 08–11 June 2026 in Gdańsk (Poland).\nFollow-up / reflection: Online group presentations from laboratory reports and advertising campaigns; there will also be an opportunity to share insights from the course. Date: 18.06.2026 (online)\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nUnderstanding the impact of climate change on the availability and quality of fresh food\nLearning about sustainable farming practices and food contamination risks\nLearning about product life cycle assessment and one health approach\nFamiliarisation with food certification and its characteristics\nThe impact of food on health\, eating habits and quality of life.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nRemember & understand – the principles of sustainable fruit and vegetable cultivation and their impact on the environment and health.\n\nTeaching methods: Lectures\, guest talks.\nAssessment: Short quizzes\, reflection notes.\n\n\nApply – demonstrating how sustainable agricultural practices can improve environmental outcomes and food quality.\n\nTeaching methods: Case studies\, field visits\, practical demonstrations.\nAssessment: Field reports\, group exercises.\n\n\nAnalyse – investigating the links between fruit and vegetable consumption\, dietary patterns and health outcomes. Assessment of fresh food contamination.\n\nTeaching methods: Data analysis workshops\, literature reviews\, group discussions.\nAssessment: Analytical essays\, laboratory reports.\n\n\nEvaluate – Critically assess food policies\, and dietary recommendations in terms of health and sustainability. How to deal with contaminated food.\n\nTeaching methods: Debates\, critical reading sessions.\nAssessment: Group presentations.\n\n\nCreate – Propose evidence-based strategies to promote healthier diets and more sustainable fruit and vegetable production systems. How to encourage consumers to eat fresh food instead of processed food. Advertising campaigns.\n\nTeaching methods: Design thinking workshops.\nAssessment: Group presentations.\n\n\n\nWhich students would find this course useful? \nThis course is suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate Programmes in the following fields: \n\n\n\nEnvironmental and public health\,\nFood science and engineering\,\nDietetics and sports\,\nEnvironmental sciences\,\nChemical sciences\, biotechnology\,\n\n\n\nThis course is suitable for students with an interest in: \n\n\n\nfood safety\,\nhealthy eating and well-being.\n\n\nRecommended Language Level:\n\nintermediate level of English (B1)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/MaNRAtumxNzQKGVB6 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 21 February 2026 \nSuccessful applicants will be notified by E-mail. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nE- Programme: maciej.tankiewicz@gumed.edu.pl
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SUMMARY:Fast Fashion Waste and Cultural Resilience: Rebuilding Sustainable Lifestyles in Times of Global Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Flavour School \nThis Flavour School is a four-day immersive\, challenge-based learning experience designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration among students from the ACE2EU alliance. The course combines online preparation with intensive on-site activities and hands-on workshops\, enabling participants to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world sustainability challenges in the textile and fashion sector.  It will be open to students from all ACE2 -EU alliance members. \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \nTotal workload: approximately 50 hours (2 ECTS) \nCourse components include: \n\n20 hours on-site intensive programme\n• 25 hours independent and group work\n\nOn-site component: 18–22 May 2026\nLocation: Stip\, North Macedonia \n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nUpon successful completion of the course\, participants will be awarded 2 ECTS credits in accordance with ECTS standards. \nStudents will also receive an official Certificate of Attendance issued by the host institution within the ACE²-EU framework. \n  \nOrganised by: \nGoce Delcev University – Stip (North Macedonia)\nLead and Host Institution \nAcademic Team:\nSonja Jordeva\nSilvana Zhezhova\nSanja Risteski\nSaska Golomeova Longurova \n  \nPartner Institution \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain) \nMaría Isabel Castro Díaz \n  \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nThe course is developed in collaboration with: \n\nMunicipality of Stip\, North Macedonia\n• Textile Company DATA TEX LLC\, Stip\n\nThese stakeholders provide real-life challenges and contextual input for the applied learning activities. \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nCourse Description: \nThe course addresses the growing environmental\, social and cultural challenges caused by fast fashion and textile waste. It explores how traditional textile knowledge and cultural heritage can serve as powerful tools for building sustainable and resilient lifestyles\, particularly in times of global crisis such as climate change\, economic instability and social disruption. \nStudents will engage with key concepts including fast fashion systems\, the circular economy\, textile waste management\, cultural resilience and sustainable design. Through a challenge-based learning approach\, participants will collaborate with external stakeholders to analyse real-world problems and co-create innovative\, culturally sensitive and environmentally responsible solutions. \n  \nCourse Structure \nThe programme is organised into three interconnected phases: \nOnsite sessions:  \nPreparation Phase: \nStudents are introduced to: \n\nFast fashion systems and global supply chains\n• Environmental and social impacts of textile waste\n• Circular economy principles\n• Cultural resilience and heritage-based sustainability\n\nActivities include interactive lectures\, readings\, case studies and preparatory teamwork. \nPractical work \nDuring the mobility period in Stip\, students: \n\nEngage in workshops and stakeholder meetings\n• Analyse real-life challenges provided by partners\n• Work in interdisciplinary teams\n• Develop culturally sensitive and sustainable textile solutions\n• Present preliminary concepts for feedback\n\nFollow-up / reflection: \nAfter the on-site phase\, students complete: \n\nGroup refinement of solutions\n• Reflective assignments linking learning to local or professional contexts\n• Final presentations and evaluation\n\nSpecific learning objectives include: \nBy the end of the course\, students will have: \n\nAnalyse how textile practices contribute to societal resilience\, especially during conflict\, displacement\, or environmental crisis.\nEvaluate the environmental and social impacts of fast fashion versus sustainable fashion models.\nApply principles of sustainability to textile design\, including the use of natural materials\, ethical labour\, and circular production methods.\nCollaborate with local artisans or communities to document\, preserve\, and innovate traditional textile techniques.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nExplain the relationship between textile production and global sustainability challenges\n• Design culturally rooted and environmentally responsible textile solutions\n• Integrate circular economy principles into fashion and design contexts\n• Work effectively in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams\n• Present solutions grounded in evidence\, feasibility and societal impact\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programs in the following fields: \n\nTextile and Fashion Design\nSustainability and Environmental Studies\nCultural Studies and Heritage\nSocial Sciences and related interdisciplinary fields\nUrban Studies and Architecture\nInterested students from any field of study\n\nA multidisciplinary background is encouraged\, as collaboration across disciplines is a key component of the learning experience. \n  \nRecommended Language Level: \nThe working language of the course is English. Participants are expected to have a minimum English language proficiency level of B2\, enabling active participation in discussions\, teamwork\, and presentations. \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/5BG3wEmTh9Rodj7d6    \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 20/3/2026 \n  \nSelection Process:\nEach ACE²-EU partner university will select and nominate up to three (3) students to participate in the course. \nA notification of acceptance will be sent by each home university to its selected students. Further practical and organisational details will then be provided by the host institution. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nsonja.jordeva@ugd.edu.mk
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/fast-fashion-waste-and-cultural-resilience-rebuilding-sustainable-lifestyles-in-times-of-global-crisis/
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Outdoor Events: Waste Around and Within Us
DESCRIPTION:Duration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours:  synchronous on-site + 10 hours independent and group work\nOn-site component: 25 – 29 MAY 2026  (RIGA\, Latvia)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 1 ECTS credit and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nLatvian Academy of Culture (Latvia) Lead and Host Institution \nLietuvos Inžinerijos Kolegija (Lithuania) \nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland) \nUniversitatea „Constantin Brâncuși” din Târgu Jiu (Romania) \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: SIA Getliņi EKO (Latvia)\, Latvian music industry professionals. \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nReal World Challenge: Rethink waste\, design sustainable events\, and create a healthier\, more balanced experience – both for ourselves and the world around us! ​ \nPrimary Goal: To develop interdisciplinary competencies for designing sustainable outdoor events that reduce environmental impact while supporting human well-being. \n Course Description: \nFlavour School “Sustainable Outdoor Events: Waste Around and Within Us”  is an intensive interdisciplinary programme that explores sustainability in outdoor festival contexts from environmental\, health\, logistical\, and human well-being perspectives. The course follows a progressive structure – from systemic foundations and ecological awareness to embodied sustainability and applied toolkit development. \nModule 1 – Strategic Foundations of Sustainable Outdoor Events\nIntroduces sustainability as an integrated strategic framework in large-scale festivals\, addressing environmental responsibility\, logistics\, energy efficiency\, stakeholder management\, and real-world decision-making dilemmas. \nModule 2 – Ecosystems\, Soil and Environmental Impact\nFocuses on the ecological systems that host outdoor events\, examining soil degradation\, water systems\, waste technologies\, and preventive environmental planning through systems thinking. \nModule 3 – Embodied Sustainability: Well-Being and Human Resilience\nExplores sustainability “within us\,” addressing staff burnout\, sensory overload\, occupational health\, and the role of movement and embodied practices in supporting human resilience at events. \nModule 4 – Health\, Exposure and Invisible Risks\nExamines health-related risks in festival environments\, including noise\, light pollution\, chemical exposure\, food safety\, and material impacts on human well-being. \nModule 5 – Food Systems and Waste Management\nApplies circular economy principles to event logistics\, composting\, food systems\, and waste minimisation\, including engagement with real-world stakeholders in waste management. \nModule 6 – Masterclass & Toolkit LabSynthesises interdisciplinary insights into a practical “Sustainable Outdoor Event Action Toolkit\,” enabling participants to translate sustainability principles into structured\, implementable strategies for festival organisers. \nThe programme combines expert lectures\, hands-on workshops\, site visits\, and collaborative international teamwork to develop applied competencies in sustainable event design. \n Specific learning objectives include: \n\nDevelop a systems-based understanding of sustainable outdoor events\, including resource management\, waste reduction\, and ecological impact.\nAnalyse waste as a multi-layered concept – material\, environmental\, and embodied – and examine its effects on ecosystems and human well-being.\nApply practical tools and strategies for improving sustainability in event contexts\, including circular practices\, energy efficiency\, food systems\, and well-being support.\nIntegrate interdisciplinary perspectives to design balanced solutions that address environmental responsibility and human resilience.\nStrengthen the ability to translate sustainability principles into realistic and implementable actions in festival environments.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nApply systems thinking to analyse sustainability challenges in outdoor festival environments.\nEvaluate environmental impacts related to soil\, water systems\, waste streams\, energy use\, and event logistics.\nIdentify health and well-being risks associated with large-scale events\, including exposure to noise\, materials\, food systems\, and crowd dynamics.\nIntegrate embodied and well-being perspectives into sustainable event design.\nDevelop practical sustainability strategies that balance environmental responsibility\, operational feasibility\, and audience experience.\nTranslate interdisciplinary knowledge into structured tools (audit frameworks\, checklists\, action matrices) for festival organisers.\nCollaborate effectively in international and interdisciplinary teams to co-create applied solutions.\n\n Which students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programs in the following fields: \n\nCultural management and event studies\nPerforming arts\, dance\, and theatre\nEnvironmental sciences\, ecology\, and sustainability studies\nHealth sciences\, physiotherapy\, and medicine\nNutrition and food studies\nEngineering\, logistics\, and resource management\nSocial sciences\, including sociology\, anthropology\, and cultural studies\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nSustainability and environmentally responsible lifestyles\nZero-waste practices and circular economy\nOutdoor event design\, logistics\, and production\nCreative and interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving\nMovement\, well-being\, and embodied practices in event contexts\nCommunity engagement\, civic participation\, and cultural innovation\nExploring links between arts\, ecology\, and health\n\nRecommended Language Level: Basic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English \nApplication Process: \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/bEyJosnTTARAfXh56 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 22/3/26 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to sucessful applicants \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nAija Lūse\, Latvian Academy of Culture\nEmail: aija.luse@lka.edu.lv
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SUMMARY:From Living Soil to Living Food: A One Health perspective
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Flavour School \nFlavour Schools are short\, intensive programmes (four days) that bring together students from across the ACE2-EU alliance to collaborate on real-world challenges connected to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Through interactive workshops\, teamwork\, and project-based learning\, participants explore innovative solutions while developing cross-cultural understanding and global awareness. Designed as a short mobility opportunity\, Flavour Schools offer a dynamic international experience for students who may not be able to join longer exchanges. They foster creativity\, cooperation\, and the European spirit of shared learning towards a more sustainable and inclusive future. \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 25 hours on-site\nOn-site component: 25-29 May 2026 (SANTAREM\, PORTUGAL)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 1 ECTS credit and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: HOST: Santarém Polytechnic University(IPS) \, Maria Godinho \n  \nPartners:  \nMedical University of Gdansk\, (MUG) Maciej Tankiewicz \nKaunas University of Applied Engineering Sciences (LIK) Vilda Grybauskiene \nUniversity Constantin Brâncusi Târgu-Jiu (UCB) Irina Pecingină \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nAgricultural and environmental sector – DGADR \nAgriculture sector – COTHN; AGROTEJO; \nGovernance\, policy\, and certification – DGADR \nCivil society and consumers – QUERCUS\, CMSantarem \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis course explores the connections between living soil\, food production\, and environmental health through a One Health thematic strategy. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the One Health concept – from soil to fork and glass – while examining how regenerative agricultural practices support soil vitality and food composition. The course also covers the environmental impact of agriculture\, the influence of soil microbiomes and arthropods on crop health\, and the development of sustainable production strategies that promote both ecosystem integrity and food safety. \n  \nCourse Description: \nCourse Structure \nThe course is designed to provide a comprehensive and applied understanding of the relationship between living soils\, sustainable agriculture\, and ecosystem health\, using a One Health approach. It is divided into several key components to ensure an engaging and multidisciplinary learning experience. \nOnsite Sessions – These sessions offer hands-on\, experiential learning opportunities that allow students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts. \nTheoretical sessions – Complementing the onsite sessions\, students will receive foundational instruction on key topics\, including: The One Health concept applied to agriculture; Soil ecosystems and microbiomes; Agroecological and viticultural systems; Environmental assessment methodologies \nWorkshops – Interactive sessions where students explore core concepts such as One Health\, soil health\, and regenerative agriculture through collaborative activities and guided discussion. \nPractical Activities- Field-based exercises that may include soil sampling and analysis\, vineyard or farm visits\, and demonstrations of regenerative farming techniques. These activities foster direct observation and critical thinking. \nCase Studies – Analysis of real-world examples highlighting sustainable agriculture practices\, environmental challenges\, and food safety concerns. Case studies are used to develop problem-solving and systems-thinking skills. \nStakeholder Engagement – Students will engage with local farmers\, agronomists\, environmental scientists\, and other stakeholders through interviews\, panels\, or site visits. This promotes understanding of diverse perspectives and challenges in implementing sustainable practices. \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nExplain the principles of the One Health concept and how they apply across the food system—from soil to fork and glass. \nIdentify and describe regenerative agricultural practices that promote healthy and biologically active soils. \nEvaluate the environmental impacts of different agricultural systems\, with a focus on sustainability. \nAnalyse the roles of soil microbiomes and arthropods in maintaining crop health and resilience. \nDevelop and propose sustainable production strategies that integrate ecosystem health\, food safety\, and long-term agricultural productivity. \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the principles of the One Health concept\, from soil to fork and glass.\nIdentify regenerative agricultural practices that support healthy and living soils.\nAssess the environmental impact of agriculture systems\nRecognise the role of soil microbiomes and arthropods in influencing crop health\nPropose sustainable production strategies that integrate ecosystem health and food safety\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the following fields: \nAgriculture sciences \nEnvironment \nHealth and nutrition \nThis course is specially suited for students passionate about agriculture\, environment conservation and food composition and quality. \nRecommended Language Level : \nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/Fxxm5MFFGQVkrd6RA \n  \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 25.01.2026 \nAn acceptance email will be sent by the host institution and will include programme registration details \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nEmail: maria.godinho@esa.ipsantarem.pt
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/from-living-soil-to-living-food-a-one-health-perspective/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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