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As part of an intergovernmental agreement between Hungary and Kazakhstan, the Hungarian Ministry of Education provides 250 scholarships annually for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral studies for citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Inspired by the intercultural exchange, the Kazakhstan Association of Students and Graduates of Hungarian Universities has set up its own public association. With the support of the Hungarian-Kazakh Business Council, they plan to organise a Youth Forum in Budapest.

Kristóf Iván, associate professor of the Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics (ITK) at Pázmány Péter Catholic University is one of the leading experts in the field of bionics. Last year his team at Pázmány University won a prestigious global competition with their development which helps people with severe visual loss. He introduced their award-winning project and their research in our previous webinar, now you can read our interview with him.

As an international student who has just graduated or is getting closer to finishing university, you may wonder how to stay in touch, elevate your professional network, and make the most out of your university years in Hungary.  By joining Alumni Network Hungary, you will be part of an inspiring professional community of thousands of international students from Hungary. Discover the benefits and be our member today!

On 18 June we celebrated the recent graduates of the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme at a prestigious farewell event. The ceremony organized at Park Inn By Radisson Hotel Budapest was attended by more than 150 guests, including ambassadors, graduating scholarship holders and the volunteers of Alumni Network Hungary.

How can technology improve the lives of people with disability? Can a person with severe visual loss “see” again with the help of a mobile app? What does the science of bionics deal with and how can it pave the way for a more inclusive society? At the next Alumni Hungary Webinar, Kristóf Iván, associate professor of the Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics (ITK) at Pázmány Péter Catholic University, will present his team’s prize-winning development which assists people with serious visual impairment. 

As work is one of the most crucial parts of our lives, it is important to have a healthy relation to it. However, in our modern, busy society it is not always easy to find a good work-life balance, and many develop deeper mental health problems related to work, such as work addiction. In May, psychologist and researcher of ELTE, Bernadette Kun gave an insight into her research in this important field as the speaker of the Alumni Hungary Webinar. Read our interview with her!

Hungarian higher education institution researchers are making our world a better place with their innovative work. From building record-breaking bridge to developing new methods for protein structural analysis, these researchers are paving the way for the future of research. Get inspired by their latest initiatives and join them in shaping the future.

In our work-driven world, working a lot is usually encouraged. However, it is often difficult to stop, set boundaries, and find the right balance between work and private life. So how much work is too much work, and how can you keep a healthy relation to your work or study? You‘ll get the answers at the next Alumni Hungary Webinar on 29 May by psychologist Bernadette Kun.

In March we kicked off the 2024 series of the Alumni Hungary Webinars with an inspiring presentation by Hikmat Hasanov, our alumni volunteer and former Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holder who shared his experience as a professional fundraiser. Hikmat is now back in his home country, Azerbaijan and we have caught him for a quick interview about his professional journey. 

Even if you left Hungary or finished your studies connection with your alma mater is essential for your future career. To keep you informed, we have gathered the latest research and innovations from four universities. Discover what happened at Smartmanfest, how fasting can help prevent diseases, which business models can contribute to a sustainable future, and what kind of strategy has been developed to cure the most lethal type of cancer. Dive in and stay updated!