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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Coimbra Group Annual Conference & General Assembly 2026 starts today at the University of Granada, bringing together 300 representatives from leading European universities to discuss how #research & #innovation can transform society and strengthen local communities. #CoimbraUGR2026 #CoimbraGroup2026

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

📢 The Coimbra Group proposes key amendments to strengthen #ErasmusPlus We call for a programme that safeguards mobility, inclusion & cooperation - with a budget of at least €60 billion. We remain committed to shaping an ambitious and globally engaged Erasmus+. 📄 www.coimbra-group.eu/higher-educa...

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

📍 This week in Brussels, the Coimbra Group brings together leadership and Working Groups for strategic meetings on #priorities, #challenges and #coordination. Discussions also feed into preparations for the Annual Conference in Granada . #ThisIsTheCoimbraGroup #TraditionOfInnovation

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

“This €60 billion request is not about one single new priority suddenly requiring additional funding after 2027, it is about the overall picture,” said Emmanuelle Gardan, director of the Coimbra Group university network. 👇

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

🚨 We call for a €60bn #ErasmusPlus budget (2028–2034) The @CoimbraGroup joins 16 #highered organisations urging the EU 🇪🇺 to match ambition with funding. Erasmus+ strengthens #mobility, #inclusion & European #cohesion. 📄 Joint statement 👉 www.coimbra-group.eu/a-stronger-e...

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s greetings from the Coimbra Group ✨🎄 As 2025 comes to a close, we thank our members, partners and friends for a truly exceptional year - one that marked the 40th anniversary of the Coimbra Group. Wishing you a peaceful festive season and a New Year filled with health and inspiration. 🌟

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European Research Council (ERC) @erc.europa.eu · 05/12/2025

"Research driven by curiosity - rather than by pre-defined agendas - is one of the strongest safeguards of academic freedom and democratic resilience." ERC President Maria Leptin’s speech on #AcademicFreedom under threat couldn’t be more topical. Speech: erc.europa.eu/news-events/ne… #CG40Years 🇪🇺

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Benvenuti a Bologna! This week, @unibo.bsky.social Università di Bologna hosts the #CoimbraGroup2025 Annual Conference & General Assembly, celebrating #CG40Years 🎉. 👉"Universities and Cities Shaping a Sustainable Future” gathers almost 300 representatives from all our member universities

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

🎥 Digital Time Capsule – #CG40Years Inge Knudsen, who led the Coimbra Group Office for 14 years, shares reflections on the power of long-term academic cooperation and what makes this network unique. 🎞️ Watch full video: youtu.be/Rv6hn-gx1Yw #DigitalTimeCapsule #CoimbraGroup @au.dk

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

🌍📚 Applications NOW open for the @CoimbraGroup Summer School on European #Multilingualism 🗓️ 23–27 June 2025 | 📍 @ucoimbra.bsky.social 🎓 Open to BA, MA & PhD students | 3 ECTS 🆓 Tuition Free ✍️Apply by 16 May! 🔗 www.coimbra-group.eu/summerwinter... #SummerSchool #Languages #HigherEd

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

🌍 How can universities accelerate #ClimateAction? At last month’s #CGClimateSymposium at @durham-university.bsky.social, leaders & students tackled this question. 🎨 Visual takeaways by Laura Brodrick now online, along with presentations & #DurhamDeclaration: 🔗 www.coimbra-group.eu/coimbra-grou...

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

📢 PhD students! Apply now for the UGRSKINTECH Training School on Skin Tissue Engineering 📍Granada, Spain 📅 11–13 June 2025 🧬 Lectures, workshops, GMP visit & cultural activities! Limited spots - don’t miss out! sites.google.com/go.ugr.es/ug... #TissueEngineering #PhDtraining #UGRSKINTECH #PhD

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

🌎 The Coimbra Group Latin America WG met to advance EU–LAC cooperation. Key focus: implementing the #DurhamDeclaration & boosting the CG - @clacso.bsky.social partnership. Also on the agenda: 📘 Why Latin America Matters Vol. 2 💶 Funding for joint projects 🎉 #CoimbraGroup2025 in Bologna #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

🎉 Digital Time Capsule kicks off with Oisín McCormack, first winner of the #CoimbraGroup #3MT competition, back in 2017! 🧠 He reflects on how impactful the 3-minute thesis challenge was for him. 🎥 See full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9VU... #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

🌍 Coimbra Group at @esn.org #EGMAncona2025! Join us: 🔵 Transversal Skills -Friday 14:30-16:00 🔵 Student Participation in EU Alliances -Friday 16:00-17:00 🔵 Human Rights & International Exchange -Friday 16:00-17:30 🔵 Poitiers Declaration -Saturday 12:00-16:00 🔵 Green Mobility -Saturday 16:00-17:00

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

✨ 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗡𝗢𝗪 - 𝟰𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝗧𝗶𝗼𝗻✨ Behind every milestone, project & collaboration, there is a dedicated team at our Brussels Office!🎓🏛️ Huge thanks to all those who’ve made this journey possible, including interns & member universities! 🙌 #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

🚨 Coimbra Group Newsletter! 🌍 Focus on #DurhamDeclaration on Climate & Sustainability, launched at the #CGClimateSymposium🌿 🔜 More on #CoimbraGroup2025 Annual Conf in Bologna #CG40Years Plus: ✅ AI webinar ✅ Advocacy for EU R&I funding ✅ Summer schools & more! 👇 alys.createsend.com/t/ViewEmailA...

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

We are looking forward to hear expert @fpedro.bsky.social director of the @unesco-iesalc.bsky.social, on how data-driven insights & adaptive platforms enhance teaching, boost retention & expand access for underserved learners. More info+registration 👇 www.coimbra-group.eu/coimbra-grou...

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Coimbra Group Webinar: AI Transforming Teaching in Higher Education. The UNESCO Frameworks | Coimbra

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Rector Joan Guàrdia @rectorub.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

La Declaració de Durham que acaba de publicar el @coimbragroup.bsky.social reafirma el compromís de les 39 universitats d’aquesta xarxa europea per afrontar la crisi climàtica. Les universitats estem en una posició única per impulsar un canvi transformador, i ho hem de fer.

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El Grup de Coïmbra es compromet a actuar contra el canvi climàtic

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 28/03/2025

This week, 39 European universities from @coimbragroup.bsky.social agreed the #DurhamDeclaration on #ClimateChange. Watch what @tonyjuniper.bsky.social from @naturalengland.bsky.social had to say to university leaders: youtu.be/f9_XVVAty6w?... And find out more: ➡ brnw.ch/21wRDXj ➡ brnw.ch/21wRDXk

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Hans E. Offerdal @hofferdal.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

"higher education institutions must be at the forefront of the global response to climate change" says L. Thilly, Chair of @coimbragroup.bsky.social about the #DurhamDeclaration of #CoimbraGroup Universities on Climate Change and Sustainability. The GC educates more than 1 mill students annually!

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Coimbra Group universities come together in support of #DurhamDeclaration on climate change & sustainability! 🌍 The swift & strong response from our members shows their commitment to leading transformative action for a sustainable future. 🌱 www.coimbra-group.eu/durham-decla... #CGClimateSymposium

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 27/03/2025

Thirty-nine European universities as part of the @coimbragroup.bsky.social have launched the #DurhamDeclaration which reaffirms a shared commitment to tackle #climatechange 🌎 and embed #sustainability 🌱 in all areas of academic life. Find out more 👉🏼 brnw.ch/21wRAF5

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

🌱#DurhamDeclaration officially adopted at #CGClimateSymposium!🎉 💡Final sessions showcased unis. as key partners in #sustainability. Huge thanks to @durham-university.bsky.social & incredible team! 🙌 Follow www.coimbra-group.eu/durham-decla... to find out how we're shaping a more sustainable future

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

"This is just the start" said Coimbra Group Executive Board Chair Ludovic Thilly in closing remarks. Lots of takeaways from the #CGClimateSymposium in @durham-university.bsky.social. #DurhamDeclaration reflects commitment to tackle climate change & embed #sustainability in all areas of academic life

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

🚨 The #DurhamDeclaration is here! 🌍 Adopted at the #CGClimateSymposium, this important document marks a bold commitment by Coimbra Group universities to lead in #research, #education & #action for a sustainable future 🔗 www.coimbra-group.eu/durham-decla... #Sustainability #ClimateAction #HigherEd

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 26/03/2025

We were honoured to welcome Chair of @naturalengland.bsky.social Dr @tonyjuniper.bsky.social to Durham who addressed leaders of 39 European universities at the @coimbragroup.bsky.social Climate Symposium with a stark warning. t.co/3p9ZVgVM1J #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

2nd day at Durham #CGClimateSymposium starts with what universities can do as partners, with institutional practices & strategies showcased by the universities of Geneva, Bologna, Turku, Bristol & Poitiers together with local municipality - the power of universities acting collectively #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

🌍 Inspiring Day 1 at #CGClimateSymposium! From Tony Juniper’s keynote to panels on research, funding & student engagement, Coimbra Group unis showcased their role as educators, investors and innovators. 🌱 Up next: the Durham Declaration. Stay tuned! #CG40Years #DurhamDeclaration #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Closing keynote address by Lana Par, Vice-President, European Students Union, reminding universities reponsibilities as drivers of change, showing the path for students to become active citizens #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

. @utrechtuniversity.bsky.social presented the story behind the ‘Eyes of the Future’ Serious Game initiative & competition. The winning teams from @unibergen.bsky.social & Iasi receive certificates for their achievements in this innovative sustainability education competition #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Interesting panel on the importance of student engagement in efforts to combat climate change. Sam Barratt @unep.org animated the lively discussion with experiences from Universities of Barcelona, Cologne, Pavia & @durham-university.bsky.social #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

🌍 Passionate talk by @mikebentley.bsky.social @durham-university.bsky.social on #funding & collaboration for polar climate change #research ❄️, introducing keynote @christophersmith.bsky.social, @scienceeurope.org, outlining commitment of funders to tackle the issue 🌱 #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

"Universities acting as innovators produce cutting-edge fundamental & applied research" urgently needed to enable transitions to more sustainable lives. @unileiden.bsky.social @uniheidelberg.bsky.social @universidadgranada.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social showcase strategies @ #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

There is a "short term fixation against a long term problem" & the Coimbra Group is in a powerful position to contribute to a transformative change for climate, nature, planetary health & society. Keynote address by @tonyjuniper.bsky.social @naturalengland.bsky.social #CGClimateSymposium #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Amazing day @durham-university.bsky.social! Intense meetings of Executive Board & Rectors' Advisory Board on recent developments, ahead of #CGClimateSymposium starting tomorrow. 👉Looking forward to reinforcing collective commitment to sustainability and climate action! #DurhamDeclaration #CG40Years

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Thanks to Magda De Carli @ec.europa.eu for insights on the developments towards a European #Research Area Act in 2026 & constructive exchange of views with Coimbra Group Executive Board and Rectors' Advisory Group, together in Durham for tomorrow's #CGClimateSymposium. #CG40Years

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Angela Marques Filipe @angelaofthenorth.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Looking fwd to attending #CGClimateSymposium from tomorrow! Gathering leaders and experts from 40 European universities at Durham to reflect on our role in addressing climate change, planetary health and sustainable futures, leading up to the adoption of #DurhamDeclaration on 26th March.

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

🌿 The Coimbra Group Climate Symposium is almost here! 🌿 From 24–26 March, CG university leaders & experts meet at Durham University to drive climate action. A key milestone: the #DurhamDeclaration, a joint commitment to sustainability. Let’s shape a greener future!🌍 #CG50Years #CGClimateSymposium

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Coimbra Group’s Global Partnerships Working Group met to discuss key initiatives: ✅ UNAM Networking Series 🤝 ✅ Peace & Conflict Studies updates ✅ Summer School on #Multilingualism 🌍 ✅ #China strategies ✅ Africa Charter ✅ Bologna Annual Conference prep & Work Plan 2025-26 #InternationalCooperation

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

✨ THEN & NOW: Coimbra Group & Latin America 🎓🌎 Since 1988, we've built strong ties through Circulos Europeos, TEMPUS, ALFA & scholarships, fostering mobility & #cooperation with Latin America and new partnerships for #research & #innovation. 📚 #CG40Years of impact! #HigherEd #LatinAmerica #EULAC

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Those were intense days in Pavia, for the E+ #EUniverse project meeting. EUniverse brings together a strong consortium of 5 CG universities, ESN & Coimbra Group. Big thanks to our tireless hosts at the University of Pavia + the consortium for such a productive meeting! www.euniverse-project.org

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

2nd day in Pavia for the @euniverse.bsky.social project meeting - This @euerasmusplus.bsky.social project focuses on embodying 🇪🇺 values such as #democracy, #equality & human rights & dignity, #inclusion for the whole #highered community Subscribe to our develops.+updates: www.euniverse-project.org

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

🎙️"#Trust is a very important factor to build good relations between university #networks and #EuropeanUniversities Alliances", emphasizes Coimbra Group Chair Ludovic Thilly at #UNICADays 🤝

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Unicanetwork @unicanetwork.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Thank you @coimbragroup.bsky.social for joining us at the #UNICAdays2025! 😊 As we celebrate a milestone birthday with you (5 years behind), we look forward for more years of shared history, friendship, achievements in #HigherEd... and maybe some birthday cake! 🎂🚀

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

Happy 35th Anniversary to our partners, neighbours & friends at @unicanetwork.bsky.social !🎂 Thank you Rector Sorin Costreie for inviting us & Coimbra Group Chair to #UNICAdays in Brussels. 💡Timely discussion on “The role of University Networks in the context of the European Universities alliances"

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

🎉 Celebrating 40 years with a fresh look! 🎉 2025 marks 40 years of the Coimbra Group, and we’re unveiling a special anniversary logo! While our 1992 logo remains timeless, this new emblem honors our legacy & future. Here’s to 40 years of excellence! 🚀 #CG40Years #Education #Research #Innovation

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Coimbra Group @coimbragroup.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

📢 New Coimbra Group Policy Paper: #Education, #research & #innovation must be at the heart of Europe’s future! We call for increased R&D funding, a strong #Erasmus+ & #FP10, and streamlined EU budgets. Read our statement! ⬇️ 🔗 www.coimbra-group.eu/cg-statement...

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