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As Luxembourg moves towards a greener energy future, the transition is increasingly shaping both the economy and everyday life, from energy prices and housing costs to transport, industry, and how we use electricity at home.

This UniverCITY Talk brings together perspectives from research and industry to explore how the energy transition is being designed and implemented in practice in Luxembourg.

Can Luxembourg reduce emissions while keeping energy affordable and industry competitive?

What role will technologies like hydrogen, renewables, and smart energy systems play once they move from research into real-world deployment?

And how can households and businesses adapt to, and benefit from, a more flexible and efficient energy system?

Join us for an open discussion on the challenges, trade-offs, and opportunities of the energy transition, and how research in Luxembourg is helping shape a more sustainable and affordable future.

Programme

• 18.00 – Roundtable

  Discussion and Q&A session

• 19.15 – Networking

  With drinks and light bites

This talk is a part of the UniverCity Talks, a series of interactive discussions where experts from the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg explore key topics like AI, health, finance, space, and sustainability.

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Join us for an exclusive free screening of captivating demo reels from the students of the Bachelor in Animation, followed by a Q&A session with the demoreelmakers.

Enjoy a complementary refreshment with fellow enthusiasts and Animation professionals for a unique networking experience.

Bachelor in Animation

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Les Amis cordially invite you to their upcoming lecture by Dr Christophe Haunold, entitled 鈥楩rom Science to Impact 鈥� The Strategic Role of 8xav福利导航 Research in the Development of Luxembourg and Beyond鈥�.

The speaker

Christophe Haunold is head of the Office for Partnerships, Knowledge and Technology Transfer at the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg, established in 2020. A former president of the European ASTP network (2022鈥�2024), he has over thirty years鈥� experience in the commercialisation of public research and industrial relations, as well as having carried out consultancy assignments for the European Commission and the World Bank. An engineer and holder of a PhD in Process Engineering (INP Toulouse), he also headed a university department for industrial and commercial activities from 2004 to 2020. The presentation will highlight the evolving role of universities and present concrete examples of the impact of academic research in Luxembourg, which remains largely unknown to the general public.

The lecture will begin at 7.00 pm. Prior to this, at 6.00 pm, the Amis will hold their General Meeting, to which you are also cordially invited, should you wish to attend. We would, however, like to draw your attention to the fact that only members of the Amis of the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg are entitled to vote.

Programme

• 18:00

  General Meeting of the Friends of the Amis de l鈥橴niversit茅

• 19:00

  Lecture by Dr Christophe Haunold

• 19:45

  Cocktail reception courtesy of Proximus in the lounge bar

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Les Amis de l’Univertsit茅 and the Alumni Network cordially invite you to their upcoming Scholarship & Award Ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, at 18.30 at the Chambre de Commerce in Kirchberg. This is the eighth edition of the event, held under the theme: AI 鈥� Reality, Not Hype.

• Welcome Address

  by Prof. Dr Philippe Hiligsmann, Vice-Rector for Academic and Student Affairs, 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg

• Awards & Scholarships
  • Presentation of the Dr Jean-Claude Loutsch Award by Mrs Josannette Loutsch, President of the Loutsch-Weydert Foundation
  • Awarding of the A&O Sherman Internship Certificates by Mrs Julie Garnon, Senior Recruiter at A&O Shearman Luxembourg
  • Awarding of the Portabella Scholarship Certificates by Mrs Alexandra Da Silva, Vice-President of the Luis y Antonio Portabella Foundation, and Dr Philippe Lamesch, Head of Fundraising, 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg

• AI: Reality Not Hype Roundtable
  • Introduction by Prof. Dr Jens Kreisel, Rector of the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg
  • The panel features four 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg alumni, now working professionals, who will share their real-world experiences with artificial intelligence in their respective roles.
  • Participants: Dimitri Efremov, Sophie Klecker, Mina Naseh, and Anselmo Talotta
  • Moderator: Andy Adams, Head of Alumni, 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg

• Closing Remarks

  by Prof. Dr Paul Heuschling, Vice-President of Les Amis de l鈥橴niversit茅 du Luxembourg

• Cocktail at 19.45

  generously offered by the Chambre de Commerce

Enjoy a lunch with colleagues and friends – both staff and students are welcome! You can choose between the Belval and Kirchberg Campuses. In Belval, the lunch will be at the Food House, and in Kirchberg, in the Altius Restaurant.

Get your lunch and join us at the table with the LGBTQIA+ flag.
Let鈥檚 share a meal and celebrate our diverse community across the campuses.

For more information, contact gender.equality@uni.lu

After last spring鈥檚 campaign fell just short of reaching its 鈥淩ide me to the Moon鈥� goal, despite 1,274 participants cycling a total of 379,466 km, the initiative is making another attempt to achieve the lunar distance this spring.

The mission is still called “Cycle to the Moon.” Together, all participants will attempt to cycle 384,400 km 鈥� the approximate distance between Earth and the Moon. A team competition is also still organised among Luxembourg’s secondary schools and our 8xav福利导航.

The main goal of the GoGoVELO campaign 鈥� an initiative by ProVelo asbl and Klima-B眉ndnis L毛tzebuerg, supported by the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works 鈥� remains the same: to further promote and establish cycling as an everyday mode of transport.

All participants are encouraged to use their bicycles as often as possible for everyday transportation and leisure activities. Exciting challenges have been added to the campaign to maintain high motivation. Completing these challenges will qualify participants for a raffle with fantastic prizes. Prizes include free spa passes, various gift certificates, and a mini gold bar.

How to take part in the campaign?

1. You must download the “Radbonus II” application from or the .
2. Use the 鈥淕oGoVelo鈥� access code.
3. Register with the 鈥淯niversit茅 du Luxembourg鈥� team (the last one on the selection page; you need to scroll down)

When registering, remember to join the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg team to compete with us. However, you will still be eligible for individual prizes.

All you had to do afterwards was launch the application using the track button while cycling.

Get your bike ready with our friends from located at the Belval train station; membership is free for students of the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg upon presentation of the student card.

If you have any further questions, please contact info@gogovelo.lu or unilu.sustainability@uni.lu.

From an individual perspective, the bike offers the following:

• A free, flexible, and comparatively fast way of getting around
• A more intensive and attentive perception of the surroundings
• Increased awareness of nature and landscape
• Promoting physical and mental health 

Positive facts about cycling:

• Climate: Using a bicycle instead of a car saves around 21 grams of CO2 per kilometre cycled
• Cities: Greater public safety, less time wasted in traffic jams, more car-free spaces and therefore more attractive city centres, a general reduction in noise in urban areas, are the positive effects in our cities and living spaces.
• Health: Regular cycling can help prevent cardiovascular disorders, with a risk reduction of up to 50% according to the World Health Organisation, as well as other physical and mental illnesses.
• Well-being: Cycling helps to reduce stress and has a calming effect on the body.
• Flexibility: It has been proven that cycling is no less effective than travelling by car or public transport over short to medium distances, and is often the fastest means of transportation to get from A to B.

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Space Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Venture

Turn a space idea into a venture. Work with peers from 7 European universities. Pitch to an international jury.

StarTech Summer School 2026 is an intensive UNIVERSEH blended programme that equips students with the entrepreneurial mindset, practical tools, and cross-border network to conceive and develop a space start-up from the first spark of an idea to a compelling venture pitch.

The programme unfolds in three connected phases.

• Online foundation lectures (15-30 April 2026), where you and your interdisciplinary team build shared knowledge across space systems & technology, space economy & entrepreneurship, and space law, regulation & IP.
• An immersive onsite week (4-8 May 2026) at the , 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg, Belval Campus. Five days of team ideation, mentoring loops and expert-led sessions culminating in a final pitch to an international jury.
• A debrief session (2 hours) in late May 2026, where you reflect on the journey and consolidate your learning.

Open to Bachelor, Master and PhD students from all disciplines – STEM and non-STEM alike – this is your opportunity to step into the European space ecosystem, work in a genuinely international team, and develop skills that go far beyond the classroom.

Key facts

• 3 ECTS credits upon successful completion
• Language of instruction: English (B2 level recommended)
• Travel and accommodation costs largely covered, subject to home university approval (Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme 鈥� 2024-1-LU01-KA131-HED-000220536-1)
• Limited to 50 places across 7 UNIVERSEH partner universities

Objectives

• Apply core entrepreneurship tools – business model canvas, customer discovery, value proposition design – to a real space-sector challenge
• Work effectively in international, interdisciplinary teams under real time and resource constraints
• Understand the landscape of the European space ecosystem: its players, regulatory frameworks, funding mechanisms, and market dynamics
• Develop and deliver a structured venture pitch to a professional expert jury
• Build a cross-European network of peers, mentors, and industry professionals in the space sector

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Programme

The L-DIH Talks is a series of webinars designed to inspire future-oriented manufacturing companies eager to leverage emerging technologies to stay ahead of the curve. Held twice a month, the series provides essential insights, expert advice and connections to drive the digital transformation of the sector in Luxembourg and the Greater Region.

Are you a professional looking to elevate your expertise, expand your skill set, or gain recognition for your informal and non-formal learning? 

The 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg has made continuing education a core mission, offering scientifically grounded certificates tailored to professionals who want to grow and excel in their careers. 

This exclusive webinar will explore how the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg鈥檚 innovative approach to continuing education can directly benefit: 

• Your professional development: Gain new skills and certifications to advance your career. 
• Your organisation鈥檚 growth: Empower your employees with cutting-edge knowledge and personalised learning paths.

Join Dr. Thomas Benz as he delves into two groundbreaking aspects of the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg鈥檚 continuing education programmes: 

• Recognition of informal and non-formal learning: discover how the 8xav福利导航 acknowledges and validates your existing skills and knowledge, gained through professional experience or independent learning. This approach ensures that your unique expertise is recognised and valued, paving the way for career advancement. 
• Skill vector approach: learn about the innovative skill vector methodology, which creates a personalised record of your learning and achievements. This tailored approach ensures that your education aligns with your career goals and helps you stand out in a competitive job market. 

Who should attend? 

This webinar is designed for: 

• Professionals eager to deepen their expertise and gain formal recognition for their skills. 
• HR leaders and managers looking to invest in their teams鈥� development and drive organisational success. 
• Lifelong learners passionate about continuous growth and education. 

Reserve your spot today! Don鈥檛 miss this opportunity to learn how the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg is redefining continuing education for professionals. 

Do you remember participating in the public mobility survey organised by the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works in autumn 2025?

Thanks to a notable participation rate of 28%, the survey provided valuable insights into travel habits in Belval. The 8xav福利导航 also shared anonymised information about where participants live to support the analysis. Based on these data, the ministry is updating the Belval mobility plan and presenting the results of the survey. If you are interested in learning more about the Belval mobility plan, please attend the online webinar.

Carried out with ArcelorMittal, Fonds Belval, LIST, and the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg, the Belval’s Inter-company Mobility Plan (PMI) was carried out in partnership with the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works and IMS.

On the programme:

• Presentation of the state of staff and students’ mobility in Belval
• Presentation of the results of the mobility survey conducted at the end of last year 2025
• Analysis of the issues identified
• Presentation of the main guidelines of the action plan

With

• Chantal Gary, Ministry of Mobility and Public Works
• Mathieu Scharpantgen, Ministry of Mobility and Public Works

When? Wednesday, 25 March 2026, from 12.00 to 12.45.
Where? Online, the login link will be shared in due course after registration
For whom? This event is open to everyone

Event in French.
No replay will be available at the end of this webinar.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact celia.vadala@imslux.lu

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