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League of European Research Universities (LERU)

European Network of Research-Intensive Universities

The League of European Research Universities (LERU) is a respected voice in the European Higher Education Area. It is committed to upholding sound conditions for research, especially basic research, and teaching.

UZH has been a LERU member since 2006. This well-established network of 24 research-led European Universities has had a significant impact on research policy in Europe. UZH's membership is one of the cornerstones of the University of Zurich's Global Strategy 2030.

Funding Opportunity

The UZH Global Funding Scheme supports faculties, departments and professional service units in pursuing activities that strengthen the impact of the global UZH network in line with the Global Strategy. The funding scheme is open to joint initiatives with all LERU partner universities.

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Navigating Research Assessment: Insights from the LERU Research Policy Group Meeting

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The LERU Research Policy Group addressed the implications of participating in the "Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment" (CoARA), an initiative that was formed in 2022 to reform research evolution.

Europe’s Top Research Universities Gather at UZH – LERU Rector's Assembly in Zurich

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Europe's leading research universities have united at UZH for the Rectors' Assembly of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), fostering partnerships and tackling critical issues in European research.

The Importance of Holistic Doctoral Supervision – LERU Publication Co-Authored by UZH

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Supervision of doctoral researchers is a central aspect of doctoral education, which is a core activity of universities, especially research-intensive ones. 

UZH Representation on LERU Groups

Since joining the prestigious LERU network, the University of Zurich has made various effective contributions to its numerous bodies and working groups. Global Affairs acts as the central point of contact for all internal and external matters related to LERU. Learn more about UZH Representation in LERU here.

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Main contact at UZH

Katja Durkin, LERU Senior Officer
Head Global Affairs

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About LERU

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LERU Publications

LERU papers are authored by high level academics or topic experts from the member universities, including the University of Zurich. All papers go through a thorough review and approval process involving all LERU institutions, before being introduced to policy makers and the media.