The European Pain Federation EFIC is proud to introduce the Rising Star Programme – a new initiative created to empower and support early career researchers (ECRs) in the field of pain science. The Rising Star Programme aims to provide tailored support for ECRs to grow professionally, expand their networks, and navigate the challenges of a research career. Through webinars, advice sessions, discussion groups and more, participants will gain valuable insights and skills to thrive in pain research.

A key feature of the programme is that it is being developed by early career researchers, for early career researchers. This ensures that the content and activities are shaped by the real-world needs and ambitions of those at the start of their scientific journey.

Whether you’re pursuing a PhD, completing your postdoctoral work, or in the first years of an academic or industry research role, the EFIC Rising Star Programme invites you to:

• Connect with peers and mentors across Europe

• Take part in practical advice sessions and skill-building webinars

• Join interactive discussion groups to share experiences and challenges

• Help shape the future of pain research together with EFIC

Find out more about the EFIC Rising Star Programme Working Group below:

Madeleine Hau

Integrative Spinal Research Group, University of Zurich

madeleine.hau@balgrist.ch

Nathan Skidmore

Northumbria University, United Kingdom

nathan.skidmore@outlook.com

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