As part of G-Forum 2025, a Doctoral Colloquium for early-career researchers in the fields of entrepreneurship, innovation, and SMEs will take place on September 17, 2025.
The colloquium is aimed at doctoral candidates at various stages of their dissertation and offers a valuable opportunity to receive feedback from experienced researchers and to network with other PhD students. Experienced scholars will provide an introduction to, among other things, the following questions and topics:
- How can a PhD be successfully completed?
- How do I publish my dissertation in renowned academic journals?
- An introduction to the FGF Doctoral Workshop / Doctoral Program 2026
In addition, selected doctoral candidates will have the opportunity to present their ongoing research projects in a workshop atmosphere and to discuss them with experienced researchers.
A presentation proposal should include a two- to three-page description containing the following information:
- Topic of the dissertation
- Research question
- Research design
- Hypothesis or hypotheses
- First results (if available)
- Notes on questions that could be discussed during the colloquium
If you have any questions or wish to register for the Doctoral Colloquium, please contact the FGF office via email by July 30, 2025.
Note: Participation in the Doctoral Colloquium is linked to registration for G-Forum 2025.