ELLIS PhD & Postdoc Program Winter & Summer School Schedule 2026 with the Winter School and Summer School logos
January 15th, 2026
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Travel and study in Europe: 2026 Schedule of ELLIS PhD Winter and Summer Schools

Check out the 2026 schedule for ELLIS Winter & Summer Schools, happening all across Europe. This is your chance to dive deep into the cutting-edge of AI research, learn from the best minds in the field, and connect with fellow researchers from across the continent.

What is the ELLIS PhD/Postdoc Program?

The ELLIS PhD/Postdoc program provides a platform for exceptional PhD students and Postdocs to conduct research in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at some of the top research institutions in Europe. The program offers a stimulating research environment, interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities, and advising by leading researchers in the field from different European countries.

ELLIS Winter and Summer Schools: Level up your skills and expand your network

The ELLIS Winter and Summer Schools are short, intensive programs designed to provide ELLIS PhD students and Postdocs with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in specific areas of AI research. The schools are organised by ELLIS Units and their members and offer a unique opportunity to learn from the leaders in the field and network with your peers. 

2026 ELLIS Winter and Summer Schools Schedule

Check out the following locations hosting a Winter or Summer School in 2026 and for more information about registration, agenda, costs, accommodations, and/or travel, visit their website or contact the organiser or Unit directly.

For general information or questions about the ELLIS PhD/Postdoc Program, please email phd@ellis.eu.

Date

Unit

Topic

Location

Contact

URL

Mar 16-20

Jena in Athens 🇬🇷

AI for Earth System, Hazards & Climate Extremes

National Technical University of Athens

Conrad Philipp

Website

Mar 24-27

Amsterdam 🇳🇱

Foundation Models

Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam

Adela Pranindiati

Website

Jul 7-9

Manchester 🇬🇧

Machine Learning for Healthcare and Biology

University of Manchester

Matthew Harrison

Website

August

Helsinki 🇫🇮

AI for Research

Aalto University

Qi Chen

August

Saarbrücken 🇩🇪

Trustworthy & Responsible AI for Drug Discovery

Saarland University

Mario Fritz

Sep 14-18

Munich 🇩🇪

Machine Learning & Computer Vision

TUM Garching Campus

Ellia Wamese & Emma van Holthe

Sep 23-27

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Autonomous Driving

UAB Barcelona

Diego Porres

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