We are pleased to invite you to the 4TU.NIRICT PhD School, which will take place on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Utrecht Central Station.
This PhD School on Emerging Computing Paradigms is aimed at mid-stage PhD candidates (in particular year 2 and year 3) working in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, and closely related research areas.
📅 Date & location
Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Time: 10:00 – 17:00
Location: Crowne Plaza Utrecht Central Station
What to expect
- An inspiring and up-to-date programme featuring lectures on neuromorphic computing, quantum computing, and sustainable computing
- Interactive sessions with fellow PhD candidates, including pitches, speed dating, and group work
- A free full-day event, including lunch and a closing drinks reception
🧠 Program
- 10:00-10:05 Opening – Przemyslaw Pawelczak (TUD) and Suzan Bayhan (UT)
- 10:05-11:05 Lecture 1: Neuromorphic Computing – Federico Corradi (TU/e)
- 11:05-11:20 Coffee break
- 11:20-11:50 PhD pitches & academic speed dating
- 11:50-12:50 Lecture 2: Quantum Computing – Freek Witteveen (CWI)
- 12:50-13:30 Lunch break
- 13:30-15:00 Group work and discussion
- 15:00-15:15 Coffee break
- 15:15-16:15 Lecture 3: Sustainability of Computing – Ana Varbanescu (UT)
- 16:15-17:00 Closing & drinks
🎓 Credits
Participants may obtain 1EC for attending the PhD School (note: obtaining the 1EC would require completion of a group assignment after the end of PhD school). In the registration form, you can indicate whether you are interested in obtaining the 1EC or not.
📝 Registration
- Registration is required: [Register here]
- A maximum number of participants applies (currently a limit is set to 25 participants)
- Registration deadline: 25 February 2026
Places are limited, so we encourage you to register early. Please register via [this link] to secure your spot, lunch 🥪, and networking refreshments 🍹.
We look forward to welcoming you in Utrecht on 17 March 2026.