The Marie Curie Alumni Association Blog

What does it take for today’s researchers to become tomorrow’s innovators and entrepreneurs?

Our blog updates from this year's Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) in Toulouse!

A great case of an MSCA fellow presenting her scientific research the fun way - starring the Smurfs!

The MCAA wants to make its voice heard regarding the FP9. Read our recommendations on the future of EU research funding.

When embarking on the next career step, is someone’s PhD a blessing or a curse? Read why your PhD offers you more options than you think.

What do researchers need to take into account when considering applying for a patent? This article has the answer.

Some valuable lessons on maintaining integrity in a competitive and aggressive research environment, from the leading American astronomer.

‘Your research isn’t done until you can communicate it in two sentences’ and other valuable lessons from a successful Sense About Science…

Reflections on the culture of hypermobility in the research industry and how to overcome it

Why a strengthened dialogue between academia and the public is useful for all the parties involved.

Leaving academia is not an exception to the rule anymore. Learn how to survive the transition — by people that have done it with success.

Find out why you should pay a visit to the place of the next MCAA General Assembly!

Networking is important for scientists and researchers, but can be difficult to undertake. This article offers some valuable tips.

How would an eventual independence of Catalonia affect scientific research? What would the pros and cons be?

Determination can be rewarded and this story proves it! Luigi Caranti, a four-time Marie Curie Fellow, shares his recipe for success.