Renowned neuromuscular researcher prof. dr. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus will give an insight into her expansive network. Annemieke is a professor of Translational Genetics at the LUMC and has a visiting professorship at the Institute of Genetic Medicine of Newcastle University. She is co-founder and co-leader of the Dutch Center for RNA Therapeutics, president of the Oligonucleotide Therapeutics Society and was Chair of the TREAT-NMD Executive Committee. In addition, she is a scientific advisory board member for Sarepta Therapeutics, Silence Therapeutics, ProQR and Genethon, but also of Duchenne charities such as Duchenne Parent Project, Little Steps, and Duchenne UK.

This workshop is all about networking as a conversation skill. An effective network increases your visibility and chances on cooperation, jobs, and professional friends. Having a large and interesting network makes you more hireable. With the help of a professional training actor, we will practice various elements of networking. This fun and slightly chaotic workshop will help you to increase your professional visibility and networking effectiveness!

The workshop is organized by ElroyCOM

The ENMC Mid-Career Mentoring Programme has been developed for people who wish to seek mentoring in order to become independent researchers and potential future leaders in the neuromuscular field. Several mentors of the programme will answer any questions you may have about a career in science.

On Saturday we will end the event with a GPS scavenger hunt in the woods, to end with some relaxation and fun. A packed lunch will be provided for your journey home!