Supportive network How doctoral students see the SNI PhD School When asked about the importance of the SNI PhD School as part of a video production, SNI doctoral students were consis- tent in their praise. They described the SNI PhD School as a supportive, international and interdisciplinary community that provides young researchers with an ideal environment for pro- fessional and personal development. There was particular ap- preciation for the wide variety of topics and the opportunity to work on challenging and forward-looking research projects in the nanosciences — often across interdisciplinary boundaries. Regular meetups and events play a key role in creating a strong sense of community and allow professional exchange within an open and friendly atmosphere. Video “What makes the SNI PhD School special?”: https://youtu.be/v3cm3wSs98Y Video: “What does the SNI mean to our PhD students?”: https://youtu.be/lkDFlzzyc2M In a short video, SNI doctoral students were asked what the SNI PhD School means to them. From their answers, it’s clear that it offers far more than just a source of funding for research projects. “In my opinion, the SNI PhD School offers an incredible opportunity to write a doctoral thesis in an interdisciplinary field. It enables you to develop both as a scientist and as a person.” Seseg Bolotova, SNI PhD student at the Department of Chemistry, University of Basel 20 SNI Annual Report 2025
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