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From Debrecen to the World: Interview with Dr. Ayaz Mukarram Shaikh

News · 15 Jun 2026

Food scientist, researcher, educator, and Stipendium Hungaricum alumnus, Dr. Ayaz Mukarram Shaikh recently joined the Alumni Hungary Webinar Series to discuss the growing role of artificial intelligence in food and agriculture. During the session, he explored how AI is transforming food systems, from precision farming and food safety to innovation and sustainability. Drawing on his academic and professional journey in Hungary and beyond, he also shared valuable insights on career development, international research opportunities, and the skills students need to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.

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My Half-Marathon Medal

News · 9 Jun 2026

What object best reflects your connection to Hungary? What emotions and memories does it evoke? In our new series, volunteers of Alumni Network Hungary will tell the stories behind their specific mementos. First up is Ayşegül from Turkey

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The Red Planet: Could Humans Live on Mars? – Webinar by Bernadett Pál

News · 8 Jun 2026

Could Mars one day become humanity’s second home? From ancient water to future space missions, the Red Planet continues to capture scientific curiosity and public imagination alike.
Join us on 23 June 2026 for the next session of ANH Webinars, featuring Dr. Bernadett Pál, astronomer and planetary scientist at the Konkoly Observatory, who will guide us through the mysteries of Mars and explore what science tells us about the planet’s past, present, and future.

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From Data to Dinner: How AI Is Changing Food – Webinar by Dr. Ayaz Mukarram Shaikh

News · 12 May 2026

What if artificial intelligence could help feed the world more sustainably, safely, and efficiently? From smart farming to food innovation, AI is rapidly transforming the way we produce and understand what we eat.
Join us on 27 May for the first session of this year’s ANH Webinars, featuring Dr. Ayaz Mukarram Shaikh, researcher at the University of Debrecen and our member of the Alumni Network Hungary. 

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Sustainable Farming: Practices for a Greener Agriculture - Webinar by Dr. Apolka Ujj

News · 9 Dec 2025

Organic farming is often praised but rarely understood. On 10 December, join Dr. Apolka Ujj, associate professor at the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and presenter of the Alumni Hungary Webinar series, as she unveils what makes sustainable agriculture truly work — its benefits, its challenges, and its practical implementation.

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Lost in Hungary? Join the SH Mentor Network!

News · 1 Dec 2025

Studying and living abroad can feel exciting—but also confusing at times, but you don’t have to navigate everything on your own. The Stipendium Hungaricum Mentor Network (SHMN) is here to help you connect with others, feel supported, and make the most of your time in Hungary. And if you’ve been here for a while, you can even become a mentor and guide newcomers on their journey.

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Understanding the Universe Benefits Humanity – Interview with Dr. Gergely Endrődi

News · 24 Nov 2025

In November, Dr Gergely Endrődi, professor at Eötvös Loránd University and a leading expert on early-universe physics, presented at the Alumni Hungary Webinar series. After returning to Hungary with support from the Research Grant Hungary programme, he continues to explore how high-performance simulations reveal the universe’s first moments — and why this knowledge still matters today.

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Find Your Way in Hungary: Discover the Stipendium Hungaricum Mentor Network

News · 12 Nov 2025

Join the  Alumni Network Hungary (ANH) webinar to learn how the Stipendium Hungaricum Mentor Network (SHMN) helps you make the most of your time in Hungary — from academic support to cultural adventures, and everything in between! You’ll also learn how to become a mentor yourself and support other international students on their Hungarian journey.

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