Alumni

Current position:
Postdoc, University of Bonn

“All in all, I think that the joint PhD program between Bonn and Melbourne University was a great opportunity for me personally, but also a valuable experience that will also help me for my future research career path and future employment”

“My project ended up being a true fusion between two excellent professors, laboratories, departments and universities; resulting in a great PhD journey around the scientific and real world."

“…one great strength of the PhD program is the community of former and current students, which can provide advice and help when necessary. Overall, I believe that this PhD program offers a great opportunity for students interested to conduct research in immunology.”

Current position:
Postdoc, University of Bonn

“I got interested in the Graduate School as it offered the opportunity to be part of two pretty different research institutes, two different labs and have two supervisors with different expertise. This not only allowed me to learn different skill sets but also to extend my research network and learn how labs can be run differently."

Current position:
Postdoc, University of Bonn

“…you get to build a network of people of scientific and non-scientific background at two different ends of the world. For me personally, I can say that I met many people along the way, be it from inside or outside the program, who became good friends and with whom I shared fantastic experiences.”

Current position:
Postdoc, University of Cologne

“I can honestly recommend the program. It is definitely challenging to do a PhD and to pursue it with two different groups located in two countries…but for me it was definitely the right decision as I developed not only on an academic level, but also on the personal. I’m thankful for all the experiences – thanks to the Bonn & Melbourne Research and Graduate School. Cheers!”

"...learning from two independent laboratories, each holding expertise in one area with already built extensive collaborative projects formed the perfect environment to experience research and discover new possibilities as a researcher in this field."

Current position:
Scientific Coordinator, University of Bonn

“Conducting a PhD in two different labs and countries is by no means easy but you can be sure it will lead you on a journey of personal growth, friendships of a lifetime and scientific discovery that will stay with you forever.”

Current position:
Postdoc, University of Melbourne

“Being part of an international PhD program allowed me to learn more about the power of resilience, effective communication, and collaboration. I had the opportunity to experience a very open exchange of data and ideas, which I believe is how science grows stronger and moves forward”