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Academic Freedom is a cornerstone of higher education and research. This fundamental principle safeguards scholars' autonomy to explore, question, and challenge the boundaries of established knowledge and assumptions within their disciplines. On 28 May 2024 at 10-11am CEST, Frontiers Policy Labs is hosting a webinar Powering academic freedom - Essential insights for policy makers to explore why Academic Freedom matters, including its influence on societal development, and what can be down to tackle threats to this freedom. Contribute to the discussion and engage with our renowned expert panel:
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Prof. Dr. Robert Jan Smits, President, Executive Board of Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
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Prof. Dr. Sabine Döring, State Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education and Research, Germany
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Prof. Dr. Antoine Petit, Chairman and CEO, the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS), France
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Marcus Scheuren, Head of Unit of the STOA Secretariat, European Parliamentary Research Service, EU
Register here: https://events.frontiersin.org/poweringacademicfreedom/?WEB=WEB
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ABOUT FRONTIERS POLICY LABS
Frontiers Policy Labs initiative seeks to strengthen the connection between robust scientific research and informed policymaking. Inspired by the traditional laboratory model which fosters controlled experimentation and iterative learning, Frontiers Policy Labs provides a dynamic platform for global experts and thought leaders to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration at the intersection of science and policy. By fostering an environment of open discussion and exchange, Frontiers Policy Labs aims to catalyze evidence-based decision-making and drive positive societal impact through informed policy interventions.