The Role of Immigrant Researchers in Luxembourg’s Academic and Industrial Growth

Join us for an insightful discussion on the impact of immigrant researchers in Luxembourg!

The discussion panel session, part of the 42nd Festival Migrations, Cultures & Citoyenneté, will explore the vital contributions of immigrant researchers, particularly non-Europeans, to Luxembourg's expanding research and innovation landscape.

Through an introductory presentation and a dynamic round table discussion, participants will hear inspiring success stories and gain insights into the unique challenges and opportunities these researchers face. With speakers from both academia and industry, the event will highlight how the knowledge and perspectives of immigrant scientists are shaping Luxembourg's academic excellence and industrial growth.

Date: Saturday, 15 March 2025

Time: 13:30 – 15:00

Location: Luxexpo, Salle RDC

Organizer: Alvaro A. Estupinan Donoso, Luxembourg Researchers Hub a.s.b.l

Presentation & Moderation

• Mila Marinova (Luxembourg Researchers Hub a.s.b.l )
• Ivan Titov (Luxembourg Researchers Hub a.s.b.l )

Panelists

Alexandre Tkatchenko (University of Luxembourg)

Head of the Department of Physics and Materials Science, recipient of five ERC grants, and recognized annually since 2018 among the most influential researchers globally.

Sabina Quijano. (Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology)

Diversity and Inclusion Manager dedicated to fostering inclusive research environments.

Anupam Sengupta(University of Luxembourg)

ATTRACT Fellow (FNR), Academic Programme Director (Undergraduate Physics) and Head of the Physics of Living Matter Group. 

Emma Cooney (European Space Resources Innovation Centre – ESRIC)

Chemical engineer with extensive research and industrial experience in Australia and Luxembourg.

Ines Chihi (University of Luxembourg)

Leader of the Advanced Engineering and Smart Sensors Solutions research group within the Department of Engineering.

Why Attend?

• Gain Insight: Learn firsthand about the transformative role of immigrant researchers in shaping Luxembourg’s future.
• Network: Connect with leading figures from academia and industry.
• Inspire & Engage: Hear success stories and explore strategies to better integrate and support international talent.

Learn more at:

https://researchers-hub.lu/the-role-of-immigrant-researchers

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/luxembourg-researchers-hub_researchinluxembourg-immigrantresearchers-activity-7300840539497586690-rvno?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAASkRuABix5oLo7J-8Io4TDChz7r0QX5P9w