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hungarianresearch directory

Hungarian Ph.D. Schools, Research Institutes and Groupsin the 6th Framework Programme

Editor:Anita Forgács

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prefaceAbout this book

This publication is a compilation of partner-searching possibilities for research institutesand individual researchers that are lookingfor partner institutions in Hungary. Its primaryintention is to provide information onHungarian state-funded research institutesand Ph.D. Schools who are ready and willingto cooperate with other such institutionsthroughout Europe – mainly in the EuropeanUnion’s 6th Framework Programme forResearch and Development. Its secondary –but also important – objective is to let Europeanand other research institutes to know aboutthe main research themes undertaken andto raise awareness of a progressive and valuablescientific sector that exists in Hungary.

This book gathers research institutes andgroups of the Hungarian Academy of Sciencesand Ph.D. Schools under seven sections:Sciences, Engineering, Medicine, AgriculturalSciences, Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts.

Hungary joined the 5th Framework Programmeto play an active role in European researchactivities. Since 1998, the recognition ofthe programme has grown gradually, severalscientists from all parts of Europe have hadthe opportunity to take part: visit otherresearch institutes, exchange viewsat conferences with experts from othercountries, welcome foreign researchers in theirown institute for various periods of time or takepart in R&D projects and networks.

Now, at the launching of the 6th FrameworkProgramme, mobility of researchers to and fromHungary is expected to accelerate and scientificco-operations to be more numerous. Thispublication will hopefully give impetus to thisprocess and consequently lead to Hungary’s fullpresence and participation in the EuropeanResearch Area.

contents1. Sciences 62. Engineering 313. Medicine 414. Agicultural sciences 515. Social sciences 576. Humanities 657. Arts 71

Sciences1.1 Mathematics and Computer

Science1.2 Physics1.3 Chemical Sciences1.4 Earth Sciences1.5 Biology1.6 Environmental Sciences

1.1 Ph.D. School for Mathematics and Computing, Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Matematika- és Számítástudományi Doktori Iskola, Budapesti Mûszaki és GazdaságtudományiEgyetem)

Contact:Mr. József FRITZHead of Ph. D. SchoolPh.D. School for Mathematics and ComputingInstitute of MathematicsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsEgry József utca 1., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Algebra and Computer Sciences, Discrete Mathema-tics and Computer Sciences, Dynamical Systems andDifferential Equations, Algebraic Geometry, Opera-tion Research, Information Theory, Probability andStochastic Processes, Computer Assisted Geometry,Mathematical Statistical Physics, Applications inChemical Engineering.

Leading scientists (with a DSc degree from the Hun-garian Academy of Sciences):Imre CSISZÁR, Miklós FARKAS, József FRITZ,Barna GARAY, Antal JÁRAI, Viktor KERTÉSZ,András KROÓ, Béla NAGY, Dénes PETZ, AndrásRECSKI, Lajos RÓNYAI, Tamás SCHMIDT, AndrásSIMONOVITS, Domokos SZÁSZ, Bálint TÓTH.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in the researchfields of Algebra, Analysis, Geometry, DifferentialEquations, Stochastic, Discrete Mathematics for lessthan 6 months, 6 months, 1 year and more. Know-ledge of English is preferred, but French, Germanand Russian are acceptable.

The Ph.D. School would also like to participate in in-ternational Research and Development Projects.

1.1 Ph.D. School for Mathematics and Computer Science, Eötvös Lóránd University(Matematika- és Számítástudományi Doktori Iskola,Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Béla VÍZVÁRISecretary of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Mathematics and Computer ScienceEötvös Loránd UniversityP. O. Box 120, H-1518 Budapest, Hungary+36 1 209 0555 ext. 8575

Research, a Short Introduction:Most topics in Pure and Applied Mathematics.

The Institute welcomes young and senior pre- or postdoctoral researchers in most topics in Pure and App-

lied Mathematics for stays of 6 months and less or 1year and more. Knowledge of English is necessary.

The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

1.1 Ph.D. School for Mathematics and Computer Sciences, University of Debrecen(Matematika- és Számítástudományi Doktori Iskola,Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Magda VÁRTERÉSZAssistant Professor, Secretary of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Mathematics and ComputerSciencesInstitute of Mathematics and InformaticsUniversity of DebrecenP. O. Box 12., H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 416 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Director: Prof. Dr. Zoltán DARÓCZYDescription of programsDiophantine and Constructive Number TheoryResearch topicsFiniteness theorems for Diophantine equations. Appli-cations of the Thue-Siegel-Schmidt method to Dio-phantine equations, including decomposable form equa-tions, unit equations. Quantitative results, bounds forthe number of solutions. Effective finiteness theoremsfor Diophantine equations. Extensions and improve-ments of some known effective results, combining Ba-ker’s method with some other techniques. Constructivealgebraic number theory. Development, analysis andimplementation of algorithms for determining arith-metic invariants of algebraic number fields and ellip-tic curves. Numerical resolution of Diophantine equa-tions. Development, analysis and implementation ofalgorithms for numerical resolution of equations. Re-currence sequences. Investigation of Diophantine andarithmetical properties of linear recurrence sequences.Group Algebra and its ApplicationsResearch topicsThe group-theoretical properties of the group of unitsand its unitary subgroups in group ring and in cros-sed algebra. Description of involutions in group ringsand the study of corresponding unitary subgroups ofthe group of units. Determination of the generating sys-tem of the group of units and its unitary subgroups.Computation of the nilpotency class and the exponentof the group of units and its unitary subgroups in mo-dular algebra. The Lie properties of the group algebraand crossed products. Application of Lie properties forstudying the group of units in group algebra. Determi-nation of formal languages and codes possessing spe-cial algebraic, combinatorial and algorithmic proper-ties. Description of composition of automata and sequ-ential machines by means of group algebraic methods.Mathematical Analysis, Functional Equationsand InequalitiesResearch topicsClasses of interval filling sequences, possibilities of ge-neralisations and open problems. Algorithms, func-

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tions additive with respect to an algorithm. Functio-nal equations and functional inequalities. Problemsconnected with classical functional equations. Equa-tions of Abel type and of sum form, the correspondinginequalities. Generalisations of mean values. Regula-rity properties of solutions of functional equations.Boundness, integrability and continuity of measurablesolutions. Lipschitz property, differentiability andanalicity of solutions. Functional equations in proba-bility theory. Characterisations of probability distri-butions by help of functional equations. Functionalequations in the spectral theory of probability fields.Functional equations of sum form and their applica-tions. Methods of solution for equations of sum form.Structure theorems for functional equations of sumform of (2,2) type. Applications in the theory of infor-mation. Mean values, inequalities. Inequalities for de-viation means. Inequalities for the powers of linearoperators, connection with differential inequalities.Special solutions of functional equations. Nonnegativesolutions. Special additive functions and derivations.Convex quadratic functions. Extremism problems.The theory of Dubovitski-Miljutin and its applications.The Clark Derivate and its applications for the solutionsof extremum problems with constraints. Covering pro-perties of relator spaces. Compact, Lindelof, Lebesgueand paracompact relators. Functional equations ontopological groups. Polynomials and exponential poly-nomials on topological groups. Fourier transformationand its applications, mean-periodic functions onAbelian groups.Differential Geometry and their ApplicationsResearch topicsLocal and global properties of Riemannian and Finslermanifolds. Study of manifolds with special metrics. In-vestigation of curvature properties. Linear and non-li-near connection theory. Investigation their holonomygroups. Metrization problems. Invariant metrics andinvariant connections with respect to Lie transforma-tion groups. Higher order connections (conform, projec-tive connections and generalisations). Conferral andprojective change of Finsler metrics and their invari-ants. Special Finsler spaces, spaces of scalar or con-stant curvature. Berwald, Landsberg, P*-spaces, andthe study of their generalisations. Finsler metrics ofKropina and Randers type. The conditions for the vani-shing of Douglas’ tensor. Geometric theory of partial dif-ferential systems. Foliations and their tangent distribu-tions. Web geometry. Spencer-Goldschmidt version ofthe Cartan-Kaehler theory of over-determined partialdifferential systems, its application to differential geo-metry and to the inverse problem of calculus of varia-tions. Theory of affine symmetric spaces and of reduc-tive homogeneous manifolds. Application to metric dif-ferential geometry. Automorphism groups of second or-der differential equations. Algebraic theory of Lie triplesystems and the analytic theory of the correspondingaffine symmetric spaces. Generalisations. Topologicaland differentiable algebraic systems, applications to ge-ometry. Topological geometry. Differentiable non-associ-ative algebra. Lie theory of Moufang and Bol loops.InformaticsResearch topicsLogic aspects of the artificial intelligence. Automatedreasoning, the inference technique in expert systems

using mathematical logic. System control theory. Cont-rol of dynamic and stochastic systems. Performanceevaluation of computer systems. Patter recognition. De-cision-theoretic and syntactic approach, statistical andstructural methods in image analysis. Problems ofcomputer graphics. Construction, visibility and visua-lisation algorithms of 3D objects in computer graphics.Theory of Probability and Mathematical StatisticsResearch topicsStochastic differential equations. Solution of statisti-cal problems in connection with stochastic differentialequation. Determination of Radon-Nykodim derivatesof statistics concerning parameter estimation. Appli-cations of stochastic models. Control of stochastic sys-tems and optimisation problems in real computer sys-tems. Mathematical models for economic processes.Banach space valued random variables. Sequences ofrandom variables with multidimensional indices,laws of large numbers, martingales and their genera-lisations, statistical distances. Mixtures of probabilitymeasures. Linear approximation in convex metric spa-ces and the application in the mixture theory of proba-bility. Statistical problems for unstable and non-stati-onary systems. Investigation of unstable and nearlynon-stationary ARMA models. Parameter estimationand hypothesis testing problems for nearly non-statio-nary autoregressive processes. The theory of semimar-tingales. Limit theorems and probability measures onLie groups. Infinitely divisible, stable and Gaussianmeasures on topological groups, especially on nilpo-tent Lie group cases. Central limit theorems. Queuingproblems in computer science and reliability theory.Stochastic models of large queuing systems. Explicitsolutions for system-parameters in different specialcases. Non-linear identification of time series. Interp-retation of non-linear stochastic models. Investigationof bilinear stochastic processes. statistical and identi-fication type results, simulations.Mathematical EducationResearch topicsComparative study of the curriculum of mathematicsin various countries, and its ties to the history of ma-thematics. Research of productivity in mathematics.Development of instruction of the different subfields ofmathematics. Research of students’ mathematicalthinking processes and methods for making these pro-cesses more successful. Methodology of talent manage-ment and of training for mathematical competitions.Methodology of instruction of mathematics at univer-sity level and comparative analysis of its content andorganisational framework. Application of multimediain the instruction of mathematics.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers in Diophantineand Constructive Number Theory, Group Algebra andits Applications, Mathematical Analysis, FunctionalEquations and Inequalities, Differential Geometryand their Applications, Informatics, Theory of Proba-bility and Mathematical Statistics, MathematicalEducation research fields for 6 month and less. Know-ledge of English is necessary.


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1.1 Ph.D. School for Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Szeged(Matematika- és Számítástudományi Doktori Iskola,Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. László HATVANIFull ProfessorPh.D. School for Mathematics and ComputerScienceDepartment of Mathematics and InformaticsUniversity of SzegedAradi vértanúk tere 1., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The main research topics are the following: Semigro-up Theory; Lattice Theory; Universal Algebra; Appro-ximation Theory; Functional Analysis; HarmonicAnalysis; Orthogonal Series; Dynamical Systems; Ge-ometry; Combinatorics; Stochastic, Theoretical Com-puter Science; Operational Research and Combinato-rial Optimisation and Applications of ComputerScience.

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- andpost-doctoral as well as young and senior researchersin the above mentioned fields for up to one academicyear. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.2 Research Institute of Particle and NuclearPhysics, Central Research Institute of Physics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Részecske- és Magfizikai Kutatóintézet,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Központi FizikaiKutató Intézet)

Contact:Mr. Zoltán SZÔKEFALVI-NAGYDeputy DirectorResearch Institute for Particle and NuclearPhysicsCentral Research Institute of Physics,Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 49, H-1525 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 392 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Experimental particle physics: electron-positron

physics; low energy antiproton physics; high energyheavy ion collisions; detector building, preparatorystudies for the LHC accelerator

n Theoretical physics: general relativity and gravita-tion; field theory and particle physics; high energyheavy ion collisions; few body problems

n Materials science: thin films, heterostructures, mul-tilayers, coatings; basic processes of ionimplanta-tion; defect structures; porous and large surface sys-tems

n Space physics: solar wind interactions with planetsand solar system bodies; the physics of the geospace;spacecraft instrumentation

n Plasma physics: tokamak edge plasma physics; la-ser physics (laser plasmas, spectroscopy)

n Biophysics: nuclear analysis of biological samples;computational neuroscience

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral young and senior researchers in the abovementioned research fields for up to 1 academic year.Knowledge of English is necessary.

Our Institute would also like to take part in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

1.2 Atomic Energy Research Instituteat the Central Research Institute of Physics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Atomenergia Kutatóintézet, Magyar TudományosAkadémia Központi Fizikai Kutató Intézete)

Mr. István VIDOVSZKYDeputy DirectorAtomic Energy Research InstituteCentral Research Institute for Physics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 49, H-1525 Budapest HUNGARY+36 1 392 22 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Research related to nuclear safety in: Reactor Phy-

sics, Thermal Hydraulics, Material Sciences, IT, Si-mulators, Health Physics, Environmental Studies

n Nuclear and physical chemistry

The Institute would like to participate in internatio-nal Research and Development Projects.

1.2 Institute of Nuclear Research, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Atommagkutató Intézet)

Contact:Mr. Ádám KOVÁCHScientific Secretary-generalInstitute of Nuclear Research, Hungarian Academy of SciencesBem tér 18/c, H-4026 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 417 [email protected], Director: [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Subnuclear Physics: Theoretical Study of Jet Produc-tion, participation in selected experimental programsCERNNuclear Physics: Theoretical study of nuclear structure.Nuclear astrophysics, study of nuclear reactions atlow energies. Applied nuclear physics: Production ofradioactive isotopes with a cyclotron for medical app-lications, determination of parameters for charged

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particle reactions. Application of nuclear methods inchemical analysis.Atomic Physics: Theoretical and experimental study ofion-atom collisions.Material Science: Application of electron spectroscopyin materials science, ESCA studies. The study of elect-romagnetic phenomena in high transition tempera-ture superconductors.Environmental Studies: Light element isotope hydro-logy, environmental study of radioactive waste deposi-tories and of nuclear power plants. Study of aerosolsby PIXE analysis. Age determination by the K-Ar me-thod, radiocarbon dating. Investigation of radon inthe human environment.Primary research equipment: MGC-20E cyclotron,electrostatic accelerators with 5 MeV and 1.5 MeVmax. energies, respectively, ion microprobe, massspectrometers, etc.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral young and senior researchers in the fields ofBasic and Applied Nuclear Physics, Atomic Physics,Materials Science and Environmental Studies for up toone academic year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.2 Research Institute for Solid State Physicsand Optics, Central Research Institute of Physics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Szilárdtestfizikai és Optikai Kutatóintézet, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Központi FizikaiKutatóintézet)

Contact:Ms. Eszter KÁNTORScientific SecretaryResearch Institute for Solid State Physics and Optics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesCentral Research Institute of PhysicsP. O. Box 49, H-1525 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 392 2222 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The main profile of the institute is basic research inthe field of theoretical and experimental solid statephysics and materials science including metal physicsand liquid crystal research, theoretical and experi-mental optics including laser physics, laser applica-tion, optical metrology and interaction of light withmatter.The experimental research activity is connected to uni-que methodologies like X-ray diffraction, NMR-, Moss-bauer,- and optical spectroscopy, neutron scattering atthe Budapest Research Reactor. Some of the R&D ac-tivities are more closely related to application, mainlyin the field of optical thin films, laser applications,crystal growing technologies and soft magnetic mate-rials.The Institute hosts the KFKI-Condensed Matter Rese-arch Centre which was awarded the title “Centre ofExcellence” by the European Commission in 2000.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young or senior researchers in the fieldsof Solid State Theory, Structure Studies by Nuclear(X-ray and neutron diffraction, Mossbauer spectros-copy, NMR) and Optical Methods, NanostructuredMaterials, Quantumoptics and Quantum Informa-tics, Laser Physics and Applications and Interactionof Light with Matter for 6 months and 1 year. Know-ledge of English is necessary.

The Institute would also like to take part in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

1.2 Konkoly Observatory, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Konkoly Thege Miklós Csillagászati Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. Lajos G. BALÁZSDirectorKonkoly Observatory, Hungarian Academyof SciencesP. O. Box 67., H-1525 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 3754 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Structure and evolution of stars, stellar and Solar

activityn Interstellar matter – star formation – young stellar

objectsn Minor bodies in the Solar System

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoralyoung and senior researchers for more than 1 year.Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.2 Ph.D. School for Physics, Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Fizika Tudományok Doktori Iskola, BudapestiMûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Orsolya ÚJSÁGHYResearch FellowPh.D. School for PhysicsDepartment of PhysicsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsBudafoki út 8., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 4107, +36 1 407 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Sciencen Opticsn Statistical Physicsn Non-linear Chemistryn Applied Nuclear Physics

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The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. Students, pre- andpost-doctoral and young and senior researchers in theabove mentioned research fields, as well as and inclu-ding Non-equilibrium Statistical Physics, MagneticResonance in Superconductors, Mesoscopic Systems,Nanoscale Ferromagnetism, Chemical Waves, Elect-rolide Diodes and Transistors, Surface Physics, Opti-cal Data Storage and Signal Processing, NuclearEnergy Systems, Reactor and Neutron Physics andRadiation Protection for up to one academic year.Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.2 Ph.D. School for Physics, University of Debrecen(Fizika Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Dezsô L. BEKEHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for PhysicsDepartment of Solid State PhysicsUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1., H-4032 Debrecen, HUNGARYP. O. Box 2, H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY +36 52 316 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Atomic and Molecular Physics: density functional the-ory, electronic non-adiabatic effects, atomic and mole-cular collisions, Auger spectroscopy.Nuclear Physics: Low energy nuclear physics, nuclearspectroscopy, neutron physics. Solid State Physics and Materials Science: nanodiffu-sion, nanosegregation, nanomagnetism, shape memo-ry alloys, diffusion in intermetallic compounds, sur-face diffusion of metals on ceramic substrates, solidstate reactions, multilayers.Physical Methods in Interdisciplinary Researches: en-vironmental radioactivity, aerosol research, applica-tions of nuclear microprobe.Particle Physics: Perturbative Quantum Chromodina-mics, experimental particle physics at LEP.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the fields ofAtomic and Molecular Physics; Nuclear Physics; SolidState Physics and Materials Science; Physical Me-thods in Interdisciplinary Researches and ParticlePhysics for one year or more. Knowledge of English orHungarian is necessary.


1.2 Ph.D. School for Physics, Eötvös Loránd University(Fizika Tudományi Doktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Zalán HORVÁTHHead Ph.D. School for PhysicsPhysics InstituteEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter sétány 1/A, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 372 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe three main programs of the Ph.D. School are:n Materials and Solid State Physics n Particle Physics and Astronomyn Statistical Physics, Biological Physics, Physics of

Quantum Systems

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students for 6 monthsand 1 year. We are ready to receive Ph.D. students in-terested in the fields of the three main programs.Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.2 Research Group for Laserphysics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Lézerfizikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Zsolt BORHead of DepartmentResearch Group for Laserphysics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Optics and Quantum ElectronicsUniversity of SzegedDóm tér 9., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARYP. O. Box 406, H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 273, +36 62 425 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The main research areas are: Femtosecond Stu-dies, Picosecond Laser Based Research, Diode LaserBased Photoacoustics, Optical Lithography, Laser-materials Interaction in General, Application of La-sers in Materials Science, Biology and Medicine.Systems and facilities available include a broadrange of lasers and laser systems: e.g. Lambda PhysikEMG 201 and LPX 100i excimers, a Spectra PhysicsQuanta Ray Q-switched, seeded Nd:YAG laser,(>400mJ @10Hz @532 nm), a Nd:YAG Q-switched andmode locked “custom-made” Quantel picosecond lasersystem (pulse duration: 35 ps, energy: 80 mJ±5% @1064 nm, 10 ±9% mJ @ 532 nm, 4 ±18% mJ @ 354.6nm, repetition rate: 10 Hz), the TeWaTi laser system(under construction, target parameters: <18 fs,>20 mJ, 10Hz @800 nm) supported by optics, interfero-meters, optical multichannel analyser, streak camera(Hamamatsu C979), computer controlled 40 GHzsampling oscilloscope (Tektronix 11801B), 5 GHz real-

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time oscilloscope (Sodern), lock-in amplifiers, etc. in 5well equipped laser research laboratories. For thin filmfabrication and characterisation high and ultra highvacuum equipment, a spectrophotometer (ShimadzuUV-2101 PC), an Atomic Force Microscope (TopoMetrix2000), frame grabber and image processor are availab-le. Mechanical and electronic workshops assist R&D.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefields of Laser Physics; Generation/Amplification/Pro-pagation of Ultrashort Laser Pulses; Application ofLasers in Materials Science, Biology and Medicine;Femtosecond Optics for stays of 6 months and less or1 year and more. Knowledge of English is necessary.

The Research Group would also like to take part ininternational Research and Development Projects.

1.2 Research Group for Theoretical Physics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eötvös Loránd University(Elméleti Fizikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Zalán HORVÁTHHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Theoretical Physics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Theoretical PhysicsEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter sétány 1/A, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 372 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Group’s research activities cover the following twoareas:1. particle physics and high energy nuclear physics,

quantum field theory2. statistical physics: chaotic behaviour, nonequilibri-

um dynamical systems, pattern formation, environ-mental fluid flows

The Institute welcomes young Ph.D. students andyoung post-doctoral researchers in the fields of Quan-tum Field Theory (low dimensional conform and inte-grable models, string theory), Statistical Physics for 1year. Knowledge of English is necessary for the re-search work.


1.3 Chemical Research Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Kémiai Kutatóközpontja)

Contact:Mr. Péter VINKLERScientific SecretaryScientific Secretariat

Chemical Research Centre,Hungarian Academy of SciencesPusztaszeri út 59-67., H-1025 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 325 77 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Main research fields are: n Medicinal Chemistry,n Surface Chemistry and Catalysisn Materials Chemistryn Environmental Chemistryn Structural Chemistryn Nuclear and Isotope Chemistry

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpre- or post-doctoral researchers for 6 months or 1year and more. Knowledge of English is necessary.

The Institute would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

1.3 Ph.D. School for Chemistry, University of Veszprém(Kémiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor János LISZIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School of ChemistryDepartment for Physical ChemistryUniversity of VeszprémP. O. Box 158., H-8201 Veszprém, HUNGARY+36 88 423 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionPhotochemical Reactions, Photocatalysis, Environ-mental Chemistry, Statistical Thermodynamics ofMolecular Fluids, Liquid Crystals, Thermochemist-ry, Radiochemical Methos, Catalytic Reactions ofBiologically Important Compounds and OrgansMetallic Chemistry.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- andpost-doctoral, young and senior researchers in theabove mentioned fields for 1 academic year ormore. Knowledge of English is necessary.

The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in in-ternational Research and Development Projects.

1.3 Ph.D. School for Chemistry, University of Szeged(Kémiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Imre DÉKÁNYChair of Ph.D. School

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Ph.D. School for ChemistryDepartment of Colloid ChemistryUniversity of SzegedAradi v.t. 1., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 63 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Bioorganic Chemistryn Catalysis, Surface, Colloid and Material Sciencen Chemistry of Co-ordination Compoundsn Electrochemistryn Reaction Kineticsn Organic Chemistry

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or youngpost-doctoral researchers in the fields of BioorganicChemistry, Catalysis, Surface, Colloid and MaterialScience, Chemistry of Co-ordination Compounds,Electrochemistry, Reaction Kinetics, Organic Che-mistry for 6 months or 1 year. Knowledge of Englishor German is essential.

Our Ph.D. School would like to participate in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

1.3 Research Group for Alkaloid Chemistry,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Alkaloidkémiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Lajos NOVÁKHeadResearch Group for Alkaloid Chemistry,Hungarian Academy of SciencesInstitute for Organic ChemistryFaculty of Chemical EngineeringBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsSzt. Gellért tér 4., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Preparation of new organic compounds. Structureelucidation and synthesis of natural products andpotentially biologically active compounds: alkaloids,antibiotics, pheromones, insect growth regulators,macrocyclic diaryl ethers, enzyme inhibitors. Inve-stigation of photochemistry of heterocycles, bioca-talysis in organic chemistry, mechanism of organicreactions and their stereochemistry.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fieldsof Synthesis of novel organic compounds and bioca-talysis in organic synthesis for 6 months. Knowled-ge of English is essential.

The Research Group would also like to participatein international Research and Development Pro-jects.

1.3 Research Group for Peptide Chemistry,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eötvös Loránd University(Peptidkémiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Ferenc HUDECZHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Peptide Chemistry, Hungarian Academy of SciencesEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter sétány 1A, H-1117 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 372 [email protected]://peptide.chem.elte.hu

Research, a Short Introduction: Fields of interest: Chemical synthesis and structu-ral characterisation of peptides, peptide chimera, andbioconjugates for (i) the discovery of structure-activityrelationship, (ii) development of peptide-antigens asvaccines/diagnostics or drugs and (iii) targeting/de-livery of peptide epitopes/drugs. Main topics offered:1. Identification/manipulation of B- and T-cell epito-

pes from microbial (M.tuberculosis, HSV, HIV) andtumour related proteins (mucin 1/2).

2. Targeting/delivery of peptide epitopes/drugs. Iden-tification and synthesis of protein sequences andpolymeric polypeptides suitable for targeting ofdrugs. Design, preparation and stability studies ofoligopeptide- and polymeric polypeptide-drug con-jugates for improved therapy. Studies on the mecha-nism of action.

3. Identification, synthesis and characterisation of oli-gopeptides and their analogs related to neurologicaldisorders, structure-function studies.

Background, references: Scientific achievements ofPCRG is illustrated by the following, selected results: 1. Identification of sequences responsible for biologicalactivity1.1. Large and systematically truncated peptides cor-responding to interleukin 6 were produced and suc-cessfully applied for the localisation of protein seg-ments involved in IL6 induced fibrinogen and junBmRNA induction of HepG2 cells. The role of solutionconformation in bioactivity has been clarified. 1.2.Protein core specific B-cell epitopes from gastrointesti-nal mucin (MUC2) was localised using pin-immobi-lised as well as free peptides. Correlation between mo-noclonal antibody binding and solution conformationstudied by CD and FT-IR revealed the essential role ofa beta-turn in the sequence. 2. Peptide structure and function studies 2.1. Long-las-ting antinociceptive effect has been demonstrated ofDAMGO chloromethyl ketone in rats. 2.2. Chimericproteins were synthesised, where an epitope eitherfrom of Herpes Simplex Virus glycoprotein D - 1 orfrom mucin1 was inserted into the alpha-conotoxinscaffold. 2.3. Synthesis and conformational characte-risation of a new generation of biodegradable polyca-tionic branched polypeptides containing OH groupswith prolonged blood survival and diminished in vit-ro cytotoxicity for carrying drugs and haptens.

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3. Peptide-conjugates related studies 3.1. Oligopepti-de-antitumor drug conjugates showed cytotoxic acti-vity. Demonstration of low toxicity and high antitu-mour activity of daunomycin-conjugate with ampho-teric branched polypeptide. 3.2. Synthesis of peptideconjugates of a urokinase inhibitor, affinity labels,fluorophores, chelators, Tc99m. 3.3. Synthesis of con-jugates with dual specificities: attachment of epitopepeptides of 16 kDa and 38 kDa proteins from M.tu-berculosis to branched polypeptide with preservedand specific in vitro T cell immunogenicity. Research at PCRG has been closely related to the pri-orities of the EU, NATO and WHO, international col-laborations supported by Hungarian sources (OTKA,OMFB, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health,Hungarian Academy of Sciences), and internationalagencies (WHO, EACR, NATO, EU-COST). PCRG isinvolved in contract research for Hungarian (REA-NAL, Biosignal) and foreign companies (PLIVA, Cro-atia, Veterinary Agency, UK, UNILEVER, UK).PCRG has 7 researchers. All of whom possessPh.D.s. Average age is 43 years. Between 1997 and2001 two Széchenyi fellows, three Bolyai fellows andone recipient of the Academy Prize for Research ack-nowledge the merit of staff. Over the last three years52 research papers have published in internationaljournals and 43 contributions were made to ISBNbooks. 105 lectures/posters were presented mainly(72) at international conferences. Staff members arealso act as supervisors at 3 Ph.D. programs of EötvösL. University. Finally, 9 Ph.D. thesis and 14 under-graduate thesis were produced during the last threeyears.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and young pre-or post-doctoral researchers in the fields of Biomolecu-lar Chemistry, Peptide and Bioconjugate Chemistry,Immunochemistry for stays of 6 months and less or 1year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.3 Research Group for Organic Catalysis, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Organikus Katalízis Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémiaés Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Mihály BARTÓKHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Organic Catalysis,Hungarian Academy of SciencesUniversity of SzegedDóm tér 8., H-6720, Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Chiral nanocomposites: preparation and characte-

risationn Heterogeneous asymmetric reactions

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in preparationand characterisation of chiral nanocoposites, hetero-geneous asymmetric reactions research field for 6months or 1 year or more. Knowledge of English isessential.

The Research Group would also like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

1.3 Research Group for Petrochemistry, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Veszprém(Petrokémiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Ferenc UNGVÁRYResearch Group for Petrochemistry, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Organic ChemistryUniversity of VeszprémEgyetem u. 10. H-8200 Veszprém, HUNGARY+36 88 422 022 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Application of transition-metal complexes as homo-geneous catalysts or as stoichiometric reagents — inenantioselective hydrogenation and carbonisation re-actions (hydroformylation, hydrocarboxylation, hyd-roaminomethylation), — in selective oxidation reac-tions of biologically important compounds (steroids,terpenes, aminoacid derivatives, nitrogen hetero-cycles).

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the fields ofPreparative Inorganic or Organic Chemistry, Cataly-sis and Spectroscopy for 6 months and up to 1 acade-mic year. Knowledge of English or German is neces-sary for the research work.

Our Research Group would also like to take part ininternational Research and Development Projects.

1.3 Research Group for Reaction Kinetics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Reakciókinetikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor János KISSResearch Group for Reaction Kinetics,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of ChemistryUniversity of SzegedDóm tér 7., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 420 [email protected]

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Research, a Short Introduction:Our research focuses on the investigation of the ele-mentary steps of heterogeneous catalytic processes re-lated to the conversion of small C-containing mole-cules to higher hydrocarbons. The interaction of gaseswith clean and modified model catalysts are studiedin a wide pressure range on supported and single crys-tal metal surfaces using various spectroscopic me-thods. The available experimental facilities are massand FTIR spectroscopes at high pressures and TPD,RAIRS, HREELS, AES, XPS, LEIS at ultrahigh va-cuum conditions. For the structural and electroniccharacterisation of support materials and nanosizedcatalyst particles an STM is used.

The Institute welcomes young Ph.D. students andyoung post-doctoral researchers in the fields of Inve-stigation of the surface reactions of halogenated hyd-rocarbons and small C-containing molecules on sup-ported and single crystal catalysts, Characterisationof reaction intermediates and structural changes ofcatalyst by different surface science and IR spectro-scopes for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Englishis necessary for the research work.


1.3 Research Group for Biocoordination Chemistry, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Biokoordinációs Kémiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Tamás KISSHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Biocoordination Chemistry,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry University of SzegedP. O. Box 440, H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 337; fax +36 62 420 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionInteractions between essential and toxic metal ions(such as Al(III), VO(IV), VO2(V), Sn(IV), Co(II), Ni(II),Cu(II), Zn(II)) and low and high molecular mass bio-ligands in solution and in the solid state. Biospecia-tion of metal ions and biologically active complexes(insulin-mimetic, anticancer etc. compounds) in variousbiofluids. Solution speciation of metal complex forma-tion, structure of metal complexes, spectroscopic cha-racterisation in solution and in the solid state.Structural and functional modelling of hydrolytic en-zymes. Immobilisation of metalloenzime active centreson suitable solid matrices: artificial enzymes.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the fields ofBiocoordination-bioinorganic Chemistry and SolutionSpeciation of Metal-ligand Systems for up to severalyears. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.4 Geographical Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia FöldrajztudományiKutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. László BASSAResearch FellowGeographical Research Institute, HungarianAcademy of SciencesDepartment of CartographyBudaörsi út 45., H–1112 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 309 2600 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:1. Geomorphology, Geoecology, Research on Aridfica-tion, Environmental Assessment Soil Erosion, RearchLandscape2. Economic and Social Geography, Ethnical Geo-graphy, Political Geography, Urban Studies, Geogra-phy of Transportation and Telecommunication, Geo-graphy of Tourism, recent regional processes in Hun-gary

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the fields of Geomorpho-logy, Aridification, Soil Erosion, Ethnical and PoliticalGeography, Geography of Tourism for 6 months or 1year. Knowledge of English, German, Italian (for Ge-ography of Tourism) is necessary.


1.4 Laboratory for Geochemical Research,Research Centre for Earth Sciences, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Geokémiai Kutatólaboratórium, Magyar TudományosAkadémia Szegedi Biológiai Központja)

Contact:Mr. István FÓRIZSScientific Secretary, Senior Research FellowLaboratory for Geochemical ResearchResearch Centre for Earth Sciences, Hungarian Academy of SciencesBudaörsi út 45., H-1112 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 319 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Petrology and geochemistry of mantle-derived igneousrocks and their xenoliths. Genetic studies on rareearth element minerals. Petrologic and geochemicalinvestigations of Mn-ores and related sedimentaryrocks. Isotope geochemistry of upper mantle materials,of mass extinction events. Stable isotope stratigraphy.Isotope hydrogeochemical study of water resources, se-cular variation of river waters and related sediments;

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origin and mobilisation of cave and thermal waters.Stable isotope investigations on carbon-dioxide in airin order to determine regional CO2 emission and ab-sorption processes. Stable isotope geochemistry of soilswith special attention on carbonate formation, redist-ribution and alteration processes.Age and structural relations of the Neogene volcanismin the Carpathian Basin. Theoretical, methodologicalproblems, systematic and nomenclature of low-tempe-rature metamorphism. Application of geothermomet-ric and geobarometric methods for distinguishingpolymetamorphic events. Distribution of certain bio-essential elements in the rock – soil – water system inmodel areas representing rural and anthropogenic ef-fects in various proportions. Experimental modellingof cation adsorption on swelling clay minerals. Stu-dies on formation of hydrocarbons (oil and gas). Ori-gin of thermal waters, their organic matter content,and its transformations studied by complex organicgeochemical methods. Applications of geochemical,mineralogical and petrographic methods in archeo-metry: weathering under natural and anthropogenicconditions, origin and production technology of Avarglass beads.

The Labratory welcomes Ph.D. students in the fieldsof Metamorphic Petrology, Clay Mineralogy, OrganicGeochemistry, Isotope Geochemistry/Hydrogeologyand Palaeoclimatology for less than 6 months. Know-ledge of English is necessary.

The Labratory would also like to take part in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

1.4 Cartography Ph.D. Programme, Ph.D.School for Earth Sciences, Eötvös Loránd University(Kartográfia Doktori Program, Földtudományi DoktoriIskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. László ZENTAIDeputy Head of DepartmentCartography Ph.D. ProgrammePh.D. School for Earth SciencesDepartment of CartographyEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter 1/A, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 372 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Digital Cartography, Webcartography, History ofMaps and Cartography, Thematic Maps, TopographicMaps, Cartographic Projections, Cartographic Com-munication and Visualisation.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in Cartogra-phy: Digital Cartography, Thematic Maps, History ofMaps and Cartography for 1 year. Knowledge of Eng-lish is necessary.


1.4 Research Group for Geotechnical, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Technologyand Economics(Geotechnikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Emôke IMREMain ResearcherResearch Group for Geotechnical, HungarianAcademy of SciencesGeotechnical DepartmentBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsMûegyetem rakpart 3. K. mf. 1., H-1111 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Unsaturated soils (e.g. seepage, slope stability prob-

lems, soil functions, soil water characteristic curve)n Rheological processes (modelling, laboratory and in

situ testing)n Piles (bearing capacity, planning on the basis of in

situ tests)n Soil-structure interaction n Piled draft foundationsn Application of the new mathematical methodsn Reinforced soilsn Soil dynamicsn In situ tests of Geotechnics (e.g. dissipation tests)n Geophysical methods n Particle breakage problems, grading entropyn Soil models

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the fields ofUnsaturated soils (e.g. seepage, slope stability prob-lems, soil functions, soil water characteristic curve),Rheological processes (soil models, laboratory and insitu testing), Institutes of Geotechnics (e.g. dissipa-tion tests), Particle breakage problems, grading, ent-ropy, Piles (bearing capacity, planning on the basis ofin situ tests), Soil-structure interaction, Applicationof the new mathematical methods, Reinforced soilsresearch fields for 6 months and less or 1 year. Know-ledge of English is necessary.


1.4 Research Group for Geological, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eötvös Loránd University(Geológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. János HAAS or Mr. Sándor KOVÁCSHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Geological, Hungarian Academy of Sciences

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Eötvös Loránd TudományegyetemPázmány sétány 1/c, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+ 36 1 381 [email protected] ([email protected])

Research, a Short Introduction:Pre-Tertiary basement of the Pannonian area and itsAlpine–Carpathian–Dinaridic relationships. Palaeo-zoic and Mesozoic Stratigraphy, Sedimentology, Pala-eogeography. Palaeontology and biostratigraphic eva-luation of Conodonts, calcareous algae, calcareoussponges.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoralyoung researchers in Sedimentology, Palaeozoic andTriassic Stratigraphy, basement Geology of the Pan-nonian Basin, Conodont Biostratigraphy and Meta-morphism research fields for 1 academic year. Know-ledge of English is essential.

The Institute would also like to participate in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

1.4 Geodetic and Geophysical Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Geodéziai és Geofizikai Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. László SZARKAHead of Department of ElectromagneticDepartment of GeophysicsGeodetic and Geophysical Research Institute,Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 5., H-9401 Sopron, HUNGARY+36 99 508 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The primary area of research at the Institute (with Ge-odetic, Geophysical and Seismological departments)are in the fields of Geodesy and Geophysics as well asoperating observatories in the fields of Seismology, Ge-odynamics, Geomagnetism, Ionosphere and Atmos-pheric Electricity.At the Departments of Geophysics (where the researchis carried out on the Earth’s Electromagnetism, inclu-ding Solar-terrestrial Interactions, Investigation ofthe Earth’s Structure and Processes in the Core) ascientific programme supported by the Hungarian Re-search Fund has been started entitled “Earth Electro-magnetism”. In the framework of this project wereceive Ph.D. students and postdoctoral fellows.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and post-doc-toral and young researchers in the fields of EarthElectromagnetic Research: Space Weather, Magne-tosphere-ionosphere Studies, Magnetotellurics, Near-surface Electromagnetic Geophysics, Geomagnetismfor one academic year. Knowledge of English is neces-sary.


1.4 Ph.D. School for Earth Sciences, University of Pécs(Földtudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor József TÓTHRector, Head of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Earth SciencesInstitute of Geography University of PécsIfjúság u. 6., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 501 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Population and settlement geography, regional

developmentn Environmental geographyn Geography of tourismn Historical and political geographyn Physical geography, geology

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and senior re-searchers in any of the above listed research fields for6 months. Knowledge of English, German or Hunga-rian is necessary.


1.4 Ph.D. School for Geosciences, University of Debrecen(Földtudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. György SZABÓLecturerPh.D. School for GeosciencesDepartment of Earth SciencesUniversity of Debrecen Egyetem tér 1.,/ P. O. Box 9., H-4010 Debrecen,HUNGARY +36 52 512 900 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThere are four programmes within the framework ofthe Ph.D. School: 1. Landscape Protection and MeteorologyThe main focus of research at the Institute is deter-mined by the impact of the economic activities of manon the natural environment and the questions of theenvironment-friendly utilisation of the landscape po-tential. This potential also includes renewable naturalresources from among which research concerning solarand wind energy are also covered by the programme.2. Geomorphology and SocietyThe program covers the theoretical development of ge-omorphology – including a solution for genetic geo-morphologic issues – and regards as its task the studyand evaluation of the relief forming natural, natural-anthropogenic or even explicitly anthropogenic proces-ses and activities as well.

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3. Social Geography and Regional Development Plan-ningThe Ph.D. programme covers mainly the followingareas: study of the situation and development poten-tials of the Carpathian Euroregion; interethnic re-searches in the north-eastern part of the CarpathianBasin; Euroregions as the new forms of internationalco-operation; transformation of the rural areas in thenorth-eastern part of the Carpathian Basin; interna-tional migration and the minorities; new approacheswithin political geography, geopolitical study of theCentral Europe; foreign economic indices of the EastCentral European countries.4. Mineralogical, Geochemical, Regional and AppliedGeological ResearchesThis programme offers the following topics: GeologicalApplication of Simultaneous Thermoanalysis; ModelAnalysis of Volcanic Rocks and Building Materials;Applied Geology and Environmental Geology.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral young researchers in the above mentioned re-search fields for 6 months. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


1.4 Research Group for Physical Geodesyand Geodynamics, Hungarian Academyof Sciences and Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Fizikai Geodézia és Geodinamika Kutatócsoport,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gyula TÓTHSenior LecturerResearch Group for Physical Geodesy and Geo-dynamics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Geodesy and SurveyingBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsP. O. Box 91., H-1521 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 1222Fax: +36 1 4633 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introductionn Study of conventional and modern (GPS) measure-

ment techniques and their application to geodesyand geodynamics (deformation detection)

n Study of the Earth’s gravity field based on terrestri-al and forthcoming satellite radiometry mission da-ta of ESA (GOCE)

n Research of new methods for the accurate geoid de-termination for Hungary

n Study of reference frames and map projections inHungary

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and senior researchers in the fields of GPSmeasurements and data processing, deformation de-tection, gravity field recovery from satellite Radio-

metry, high precision gravity field determination, ter-restrial reference frames for stays of 6 month and lessor for 1 year and more. Knowledge of English is neces-sary.


1.5 Research Group for Cell Biophysics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences andUniversity of Debrecen(Sejtbiofizikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Sándor DAMJANOVICHHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Cell Biophysics,Hungarian Academy of SciencesUniversity of DebrecenNagyerdei krt. 98., H-4012 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 412 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Cell surface proteins (receptors, adhesion moleculesetc.) of human lymphocytes form patterns at differenthierarchical levels with diameters from 10 nm to se-veral microns and are organised in microdomainstructures (e.g. sphingolipid and cholesterol rich lipidrafts). These supramolecular protein patterns reflectthe metabolic and activation state of cells, therebythey can help to understand the molecular details ofcellular processes (e.g. cell activation etc.) as well asprovide prognostic, diagnostic and therapeutic guide-lines for target-oriented treatment of different disea-ses (e.g. adult T cell leukaemia etc.). Recent researchat the Group focused on two of the critical cytosine re-ceptor systems involved in T cell homeostasis: the in-terleukin 2 and 15 (IL-2, IL-15) receptors. Recently werevealed by fluorescence resonance energy transfer(FRET) measurements the pre-assembly of IL-2R su-bunits on human T lymphoma/leukaemia cells evenin the absence of the relevant ligands. The cell surfacereceptor pattern was further expanded by revealingthe co-localisation of IL-2R subunits with IL-15Rá,HLA I, II and also CD48 on different T lymphomacells suggesting functional associations taking placewithin lipid rafts. Further biophysical studies withFRET, scanning near-field optical and laser scanningconfocal microscopy, and other dynamic measure-ments such as fluorescence correlation spectroscopycould reveal the functional regulation by IL-2 and IL-15, which induce distinct, yet overlapping functionsin the life and death of lymphocytes. The associationpatterns of these receptors could answer a number ofquestions relevant to health and disease based on im-mune phenomena. Hence these studies are expected tohave an immediate impact on cell-directed therapeu-tic approaches.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the field ofMapping Cell Surface Topology of Membrane Pro-

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teins by means of various Biophysical Methods: fluo-rescence resonance energy transfer; confocal laserscanning microscopy; fluorescence correlation spect-roscopy for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Englishis necessary.


1.5 Ph.D. School for Biology, University of Debrecen(Biológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor György BORBÉLYHead of DepartmentPh.D. School for BiologyFaculty of ScienceDepartment of BotanyUniversity of DebrecenP. O. Box 14, H-4010 Debrecen, Egyetem tér 1.,HUNGARY+36 52 512 900 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The classical botanical traditions of the “DebrecenBotanical School” live to this day in the Departmentof Botany. However, the discovery and the establish-ment of current and modern methods of plant bio-logy, the molecular and ecological approaches etc.are opened new perspectives and possibilities in thebotanical research and teaching. Among the subjectsreceiving the most focused attention are: plant ana-tomy, floristic taxonomy, phytogeography, stress bio-logy of plants, ecophysiology, molecular biology ofcyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and molecular eco-logy. In addition to formal coursework, students un-dertake laboratory practical to obtain hands-on ex-perience in diverse areas including the techniques ofplant anatomy and physiology and techniques andpractice of field studies, floristic and vegetationmapping. The common theme which unites these re-search and teaching programs is the goal of pursu-ing understanding of the essential functions ofplants and plant communities at the highest possib-le resolution.1. Mode of action of cyanotoxins in aquatic- andplant model systems Prof. György BORBÉLY (professor) – [email protected]. Floristic and vegetation research in East- andNorth-HungaryMs. Mária PAPP (reader) – [email protected]. Ecophysiology of temperate forests and semia-rid grasslandsMs. Ilona MÉSZÁROS (reader) –[email protected]

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers for stays of 6months and less or 1 year and more in the followingresearch fields:

n György BORBÉLY DSc, Ph.D.Research field: Biology of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), stressresponses of cyanobacteria and regulation of waterblooming and cyanotoxin production in surface waterbodies. The effect of protein phosphates inhibitor cya-notoxins (microcystins) and cylindrospermopsin (cya-notoxins) in plant systems, alteration of plant meta-bolism and plant anatomy in exposed aquatic plants. n Ilona MÉSZÁROS Ph.D. Research field: Plant ecophysiology, physiological adaptation mecha-nisms of higher plants (mainly photosynthetic respon-ses, stomatal behaviour and water relations) with spe-cial emphasis on ecophysiological background of popu-lation dynamics during succession and degradation ofplant communities and plant physiological responsesto drought, heavy metals ions and air pollution.

Knowledge of English is necessary.



Contact:Professor Gáspár BÁNFALVIHead of DepartmentPh.D. School for BiologyFaculty of ScienceDepartment of Animal Anatomy and PhysiologyUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1., H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 512 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Among the research activities of our department thefollowing areas are of particular interest:n Controlling function of nitric oxide in the neuronal

development of invertebrates.n Structural diversity of nitrerg neuronal popula-

tions.n Metabotropic glutamate receptors.n Effect of heavy metal chelators on the cadmium to-

xicity.n The effect of cadmium on the relationship between

replicative and repair DNA synthesis.n Subphases of macromolecular biosynthesis (DNA,

RNA, PAR).n Removal of cyanide from waterways.n Removal of heavy metals from waterways.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and young post-doctoral researchers in the effect of heavy metals onthe macromolecular biosynthesis research fields for 1year. Knowledge of English or German is necessary .


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Contact:Mr. Béla LENKEYHead of DepartmentPh.D. School for BiologyDepartment of Microbiology and BiotechnologyFaculty of ScienceUniversity of DebrecenP. O. Box 63, H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 316 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: 1, Microbial physiology, Overproduction of microbialmetabolites and enzymes, Screening for new antibio-tics, High-cell density cultures.2, Investigation of glutathione and free radical meta-bolisms and ageing processes in filamentous fungi.Development of new-type antifungal agents. Under-standing the role of the glutathione metabolism infungi. Studding the redox and morphological changesduring the autolysis of filamentous fungi.3, Changes of virulence factors in induced fluconasoleresistance Candida albicans Characterisation of themorphology and physiology of fluconasole reistanctyeast strains.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and young pre-or post-doctoral researchers in 1-2nd research activity for6 months and less. Knowledge of English is necessary.



Contact:Professor Zoltán S. VARGAHead of DepartmentPh.D. Programme of BiodiversityPh.D. School for BiologyFaculty of ScienceDepartment of Evolutionary Zoology and Human Bio-logyUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1., H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 512 900 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Biodiversity Ph.D. programme:Subprogram: Population Biology and Evolution: 11 courses are conducted by the professors, lecturersand research fellows of the department.Subprogram: Community Ecology and Organisation: 8 courses are conducted by the professors, lecturersand research fellows of the department.

Research projects of the department:Behavioural ecology group The following aspects of animal behaviour are investi-gated:n The adaptive value of reproductive behaviour such

as mating, parental care and colonial breeding. Ma-ting pattern and parental care of shorebirds (Cha-radrii) are exceptionally diverse. The current andphylogenetic events are investigated, which mayhave shaped the evolution of this diversity. Currentprojects focus on the contrasting mating patternand parental care of Lapwing, Avocet and KentishPlover.

n The significance of colonial breeding and food sear-ching is explored by theoretical modelling and fieldstudies on Whiskered Tern, Sand Martin and Hou-se Sparrow. In these projects they collaborate withBritish and Canadian research groups.

Human biology groupHuman ecological research in the department is con-centrated to four principal fields:n The influence of climatic factors on the differentia-

tion of the Homo genus in the Pleistocene: the forma-tion of a climate-pulsation model;

n The dispersal and regional adaptation of the earlyHolocene human populations in the Carpathian Ba-sin;

n The nutrition customs of the 10-12th century Hun-garians on the examination of the teeth;

n The analysis of the psychosomatic conditions andthe cause of death in small semiendogamous recentpopulations characterised by various life styles.

Population genetics groupCurrent research projects: n Allozyme polymorphism of Drosophila melanoga-

ster populations living in different (synanthropic vs.nature-like) habitats.

n The genetic and physiological backgrounds of etha-nol tolerance in Drosophila melanogaster.

n Survey of population/metapopulation structure, al-lozyme polymorphism and morphometrical charac-ters in Lepidoptera and Orthoptera species (e.g.Parnassius mnemosyne, Euphydryas maturna, Ma-culinea spp., Aricia artaxerxes, Plebejus sephirus,Isophya spp., Pholidoptera transsylvanica etc.).

n Survey of phylogeographical processes in Orthopte-ra and Lepidoptera species in the Carpathian basin.

Taxonomical and Ecological Entomology groupCurrent research projects:n Taxonomy, biogeography and evolution in Palae-

arctic Noctuidae (Lepidoptera), taxonomic andphylogenetic aspects of reproductive isolation inNoctuidae („lock-and-key“ structures); evolution inhigh-mountain Lepidoptera (Noctuidae, Papilioni-dea).

n Ecology and conservation biology of Maculinea spp.in Hungary: habitats, insect assemblages, initialhost plant and host ant species.

n Community ecology of Orthoptera, Coleoptera: Ca-rabidae and Lepidoptera in grassland and forestedhabitats; guild-organisation and life-history in Le-pidoptera.

n Biodiversity, faunal composition and history of Or-thoptera and Lepidoptera in the Carpatho-Europe-an region and Balcan Peninsula.

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The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefields of Population genetics and Phylogeography, Be-havioural Ecology, Insect (Orthoptera, Lepidoptera)Taxonomy, Ecology and Biogeography, Human Popu-lation Biology (recent and historical) for stays of 6months or 1 year and more. Knowledge of English orGerman is necessary .


1.5 Ph.D. School for Biology, University of Debrecen(Biológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, DebreceniEgyetem)

Contact:Mr. Mátyás SIPICZKIHead of DepartmentPh.D. School for BiologyDepartment of Genetics and Molecular BiologyFaculty of ScienceUniversity of Debrecen P. O. Box 56, Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 316 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: 1. Genomics and genetics of cell cycle and cellu-lar differentiationIdentification of genes encoding regulators of the me-chanisms co-ordinating cell division, cytogenesis, exitfrom the cell cycle and entry into the new cell cycle orinto specific developmental programs that lead to celldifferentiation. 2. Multidrug resistance in fungal systemsIdentification and molecular analysis of genes that en-code components (transcription factors, transport pro-teins, etc.) involved in detoxification and/or in the eff-lux of antifungal drugs. 3. Genetics and genetic manipulation of fermen-ting food micro-organismsChromosomal length polymorphism, genetic stabi-lity/instability in fermenting yeasts and fungi. Mole-cular methods of strain identification. Methods of ge-netic manipulation and the detection of GMM in foodand beverages.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doc-toral and young and senior researchers in genomics, cellcycle regulation, multidrug resistance, genetically ma-nipulated microbes (GMM) in food safety and produc-tion research fields for 6 months and less or 1 year andmore. Knowledge of English or German is necessary.


1.5 Ph.D. School for Biology, Eötvös Loránd University(Biológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Anna ERDEIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for BiologyDepartment of ImmunologyEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány sétány 1/c, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 381 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introductionn Theoretical Biology and Ecology n Ethnology n Immunology n Experimental Plant Biology n Classical, Molecular and Evolutionary Genetics n Molecular Cell and Neurobiology n Neuroscience and Human Biology n Structural Biochemistry n Zootaxonomy, Animal Ecology and Hydrobiology

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers for up to 1 yearor more. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.5 Institute of Genetics at the Biological Research Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Szegedi BiológiaiKutatóközpontjának Genetikai Intézete)

Contact:Mr. István RASKÓDirectorInstitute of GeneticsBiological Research Centre, the Hungarian Academyof SciencesTemesvári krt. 62., H-6726 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 432 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Basic research on the mechanisms of heredity and onthe processes regulating and influencing the manife-station of hereditary traits on molecular and variousother organisational levels by the means of the me-thods of Functional Genomics. Teach and disseminatethe science of Genetics at high standard.Research aims and topics:n Molecular genetic changes during oogenezisn Genetic regulation of chromatin structuren Signaltransduction, cell communication, apoptosisn Molecular human genetic studies

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in all fields of theInstitute research field for 1 year or more than 1 year.Knowledge of English is essential.


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1.5 Institute for Biochemistry, Biological Research Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Biokémiai Intézet, Magyar Tudományos AkadémiaSzegedi Biológiai Központja)

Contact:Mr. György PÓSFAIVice-directorInstitute for BiochemistryBiological Research Centre, Hungarian Academyof SciencesTemesvári krt. 62., Szeged, H-6726, HUNGARY+36 62 432 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Molecular and Cell Biology Projects, including: Membrane-lipid and molecular stress biology, analysisof opioid receptor systems, molecular neurobiology pro-jects, regulation of intracellular protein breakdown,study of genes coding for extracellular matrix proteins,Eukaryotic transcription regulation, cell cycle regulationby proteolysis, cytokines in immune defence and inautoimmune diseases, in vitro enzyme evolution, se-quence-specific DNA recognition by restriction-modifi-cation enzymes, microbial genome engineering.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre-and post-doctoral young and senior researchers in the fields ofMembrane-lipid and Molecular Stress Biology, Mole-cular Neurobiology Projects, Regulation of Intracellu-lar Protein Breakdown, Study of Genes Coding forExtracellular Matrix proteins, Eukaryotic Transcrip-tion Regulation, Cell Cycle Regulation by Proteolysis,Sequence-specific DNA Recognition by Restriction-Modification Enzymes and Microbial Genome Engi-neering for stays ranging from a few months to seve-ral years. Knowledge of English is necessary.


1.5 Hungarian Danube Research Station,Institute of Ecology and Botany, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Dunakutató Állomás, Magyar TudományosAkadémia Ökológiai és Botanikai Kutatóintézet)

Contact:Ms. Éva ÁCSSenior ScientistHungarian Danube Research StationInstitute of Ecology and Botany, Hungarian Academy of SciencesJávorka Sándor u.14., H-2131 Göd, HUNGARY+36 27 345 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe Hungarian Danube Research Station was foun-ded 1957. The systematic investigation of the Danubebegan in the 1960s at the Institute. On one hand consi-derable knowledge has been collected on the chemical

characteristics of the water, several plant and animalgroups and biological processes (e.g. species compositi-on and dominance structure of planctonic and periphi-tic algae, ciliates, cladocerans and copepodes, macroin-vertabrates). On the other hand, other important ani-mal groups or communities, biological events and theirecological characteristics remain yet unknown. This isthe reason why the main mission of our projects are fo-cussed on the supplementary study and evaluation ofbiological processes in the Danube and its main tribu-taries. During the last 45 years more than 700 scienti-fic papers have been published by our colleagues.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in the fields of Limnology (Potamobio-logy), Algology (Freshwater Algae in Taxonomical,Ecological Aspect), Makrozoobenthos, Ichthyology(Freshwater Fishes) for 1 year and more. Knowledgeof English is necessary.


1.5 Biological Research Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Szegedi BiológiaiKözpontja)

Contact:Mr. Dénes DUDITSGeneral DirectorBiological Research Centre,Hungarian Academy of SciencesTemesvári körút 62., H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 433 [email protected]://www.szbk.u-szeged.hu

Research, a Short Introduction:The Biological Research Centre (BRC) is an indepen-dent scientific organisation for molecular and cellularbiology in Hungary. The staff of 500 includes 239scientists of international recognition. The BRC is aconsortium of 5 Institutes, 4 of them are located inSzeged and one in Budapest. n Institute of Biophysics: Membrane Bioenergetics,

Molecular Neurobiology, Membrane, Structure andDynamics, Microbial Gas Metabolism.

n Institute of Biochemistry: Membrane-Lipid andMolecular Stress Biology, Neurobiology, EukaryoticMolecular Biology, Nucleic Acid Research.

n Institute of Enzimology (Budapest): NeuralPlasticity, Molecular Evolution, Genome Evolution,Molecular Basis of The Immune Response, ActiveTransport Proteins, Protein Structure Research.

n Institute of Genetics: Nitrogen Fixation, Develop-mental Genetics, Human Molecular Genetics, Mole-cular Immunology.

n Institute of Plant Biology: Molecular Stress- andPhotobiology, Plant Chrono- and Photobiology,Plant Lipid Function and Structure, ThylakoidMembrane Energization, RNA Processing, Cell Di-vision and Differentiation, Functional Cell Biology,Arabidopsis Molecular Genetics.

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The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpre- or post-doctoral researchers for stays of 6months or 1 year and more. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


1.5 Department of Hydrobiology, Balaton Limnological Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Hidrobiológiai Osztály, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Balatoni Limnológiai Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. Sándor HERODEKDirectorDepartment of HydrobiologyBalaton Limnological Research Institute, HungarianAcademy of SciencesKlebelsberg u. 3., H-8237 Tihany, HUNGARY +36 87 448 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The primary research activity at the HydrobiologicalPh.D. School covers the following topics: phosphorusand nitrogen cycling in shallow waters, role of dis-solved organic (humic) substances in lake processes,population dynamics, primary production and eco-physiology of planktonic-, benthic algae and macro-phytes, population dynamics and ecology of plankto-nic- and benthic invertebrates and complex investiga-tion of fish fauna of Lake Balaton and other shallowlakes. Bioaccumulation and biomagnification of hea-vy metals in aquatic plants and animals.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and post-doctoral young researchers in the fields of Hydro-chemistry, Algal- and Macrophyte Ecology, Zoop-lankton, Zoobenthos and Fish for stays from 6months to one academic year. Knowledge of Englishis necessary.


1.5 Department of Zoology, Balaton Limnological Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Kísérletes Állattani Osztály, Magyar TudományosAkadémia Balatoni Limnologiai Kutatóintézete)

ContactMr. Károly ELEKESDepartment of ZoologyBalaton Limnological Research Institute, the Hunga-rian Academy of SciencesKlebelsberg u. 3., H-8237 Tihany, HUNGARY+36 87 448 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Comparative neurobiology of invertebrates with parti-cular attention to transmitter and receptions. Complex(Chemical-neuroanatomical, physiological, biochemi-cal) studies on neural networks underlying behaviourof model invertebrates, mainly gastropod molluscs.

The Department welcomes pre-doctoral researchers inthe fields of Aminergic and Peptidergic Systems in-volved in central and peripheral regulatory processes,including synaptological, membrane level and Intra-cellular Messenger Aspects as well as the Develop-ment of Signalling Systems for 6 months. Knowledgeof English is necessary.

The Department would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

1.5 Ph.D. School for Biology, University of Szeged(Biológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Péter MARÓYChairmanPh.D. School for BiologyDepartment of Genetics and Molecular BiologyUniversity of SzegedKözépfasor 52, H-6724 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Currently running projects:Bio catalysis in organic solvents, enzyme stability andstabilisation (Dr. Mária SIMON Department of Bio-chemistry, USz)Molecular studies on stress response in fish (Abra-hamne Dr. Magdolna GULYÁS, Department of Bio-chemistry, USz)Molecular basis of environmental biotechnology anddevelopment of renewable energy sources (Prof KornélKOVÁCS, Dr. Gábor RÁKHELY, Dr. Gyula CSANÁ-DI, Department of Biotechnology, USz and Institute ofBiophysics, BRC) Genetic regulation of ecdysone dependent insect deve-lopment (Prof. Péter MARÓY, Department of Geneticsand Molecular Biology, USz)Identification of genetic element of nitrogen regulationin nitrogen fixing bacteria, a functional genomic app-roach (Dr. Ilona DUSHA, Institute of Genetics, BRC)Study on tissue polarity genes in Drosophila (Dr.József MIHÁLY. Institute of Genetics, BRC)Identification and characterisation of components ofthe Frizzled-signalling pathway (Dr. József MIHÁLY.Institute of Genetics, BRC)Identification cell responses of human lymphocytes toprolifarative and non-prolifarative signals (Dr. ÉvaMONOSTORI, Institute of Genetics, BRC)In situ studies on higher-order chromatin structure inDrosophila (Dr. László SIPOS, Institute of Genetics,BRC)

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Studies on distant gene regulation (promoter and en-hancer interaction) with the help of transvection inDrosophila (Dr. László SIPOS, Institute of Genetics,BRC)Studies on the effect of DNA-binding protein Prod ongene regulation in Drosophila (Dr. Tibor TÖRÖK, In-stitute of Genetics, BRC) Microbiology (Prof. Ferenc KÉVEI, Dr. Judit KUCSE-RA, Dr. László MANCZINGER, Dr. Ilona PFEIFER,Dr. János VARGA, Dr. Csaba VÁGVÖLGYI, Depart-ment of Microbiology, USz)Studies on genetic variation of microscopic fungiFunctional and structural characterisation of extrachromosomal elements of fungiMolecular regulation of metabolite production infungiStress-physiology in filamentous fungiStudies on the regulation of gene function (Prof. ImreBOROS, Department of Genetics and Molecular Bio-logy, USz)Current topics in molecular biology (Prof Pál VENE-TIANER, Prof. Andor UDVARDY, Prof. Ibolya KISS,Prof. Antal KISS, Prof. Ferenc DEÁK, Dr. GyörgyPÓSFAI, Institute of Biochemistry, BRC)Identification of mutants of circadian clock in Arabi-dopsis thaliana (Prof. Ferenc NAGY, Institute of PlantBiology, BRC)Structural and molecular biology of vertebrate neuro-nal system (Prof. Károly GULYA, Department of Zoo-logy and Cell Biology, Dr. Dénes BUDAI, USz)Studies on normal and abnormal function of centralnervous system (Prof. József TOLDI, Department ofComparative Physiology, USz)Studies on the regulation of oppioid receptors (Dr.Mária SZÛCS, Institute of Biochemistry, BRC)Effects of sex hormones in the neuroprotection (Prof.Árpád PARDUTZ, Institute of Biophysics, BRC)Salt tolerance of halophyte plants on different nitro-gen sources (Prof. László ERDEI, Department of PlantPhysiology, USz)Acclimatisation of glicopyte plants to osmotic andsalt-stress: osmoregulation and antioxidants(Dr. Irma TARI, Dr. Margit SZABÓ, Department ofPlant Physiology, USz)Regulation of ion-channel functions during stress-a-daptation (Prof. László ERDEI, Department of PlantPhysiology, USz)Mechanisms of phytoremediation at molecular, celland plant level (Prof. László ERDEI, Department ofPlant Physiology, USz)Studies on phloem proteins and enzymes of N-metabo-lism during abiotic stress (Dr. Attila PÉCSVÁRADI,Department of Plant Physiology, USz) Stress responses in cyanobacters, gene studies usingDNA chips (Prof. Imre VASS, Institute of Plant Bio-logy, BRC)Interaction between regulatory elements of cell cycle ongene expression and protein interactions in alfalfa andrice (Dr. Attila FEHÉR, Institute of Plant Biology, BRC)Towards an activator mutagenezis system in rice cellsuspension, using transformation (Dr. Attila FEHÉR,Institute of Plant Biology, BRC) Identification of genes involved in stress and pathogenresistance of wheat (Dr. Attila FEHÉR, Institute ofPlant Biology, BRC)

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers for stays of less than 6months and more than 1 year. Knowledge of Englishis necessary.


1.5 Ph.D. School for Biology, University of Pécs(Biológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Ernô FISCHERPh.D. School for BiologyInstitute of BiologyUniversity of PécsIfjúság u. 6., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 503 600 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Botany and Vegetation research (Leader: Prof. AttilaBORHIDI, Member of the Hungarian Academy ofSciences)Comparative Neurobiology (Leader: Prof. RóbertGÁBRIEL, DSc)Molecular Microbiology (Leader: Prof. Miklós PESTI,CSc)

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the fields of botany, neu-robiology and molecular biology for 1 year or more.Knowledge of English is essential.

The Ph.D. School would also like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

1.5 Research Group for Neurobiology, Hungarian Academy Science and Eötvös Loránd University(Neurobiológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gábor JUHÁSZHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Neurobiology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter st. 1C, H-1117 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 209 0555 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Neurobiology Research Group is working on statedependent changes of neuronal microenvironmentand its relations to alterations in brain proteom todisclose novel targets for treatment of neuirodegenera-tive disorders and for better understanding of physio-logical states of the brain including stress, sleep etc.Our main models are epilepsy models on rat and mice,

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hypoxia models on rat, visual system models on ratand mice, stress models on mice and rats. Visitors could learn several high tech methods in ourlaboratories including microdialysis and the analyti-cal chemistry for analysis of dialysates. We measuremore than a hundred of the neuroactive compoundswith HPLC and LC/MS. Some novel mass spectro-metry applications for neuropeptides and proteins areavailable. We also use combination of microdialysiswith extracellular unit activity, EEG, evoked potentialmethods on freely moving animals. 2D electrophoresis,zymograpy and molecular biology techniques for stu-dies on brain proteolysis. Work on genetically modifiedmice strains can be done. The research group publishes papers in leading inter-national journals including PNAS, the average publi-cation rate is 5 papers yearly. The research group has 5 permanent members, 4Ph.D. students and 5 undergraduates working in 7 la-boratories of the group.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in fields of Stu-dies on Neurodegenerative Disorders with Novel Pro-teomics Approach and Microdislysis Studies to dis-close Brain Proteolysis for 6 months or 1 year. Know-ledge of English is necessary.


1.5 Research Group for Comparative Ethology, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eötvös Loránd University(Összehasonlító Etológiai Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Ádám MIKLÓSIResearch FellowResearch Group for Comparative Ethology,Hungarian Academy of SciencesEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter sétány 1/c, H-1117-Budapest,HUNGARY +36 1 381 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Research Group is interested in the sociocogni-tive abilities of the domestic dog. Research is based onthe hypothesis that during its domestication the do-mestic dog acquired various behavioural abilitiesthat increased its chances to adapt to the human so-cial environment. We think that these behaviouralabilities are in some sense analogous to correspon-ding human traits. We are interested particularly instudying dog-human attachment, communication, so-cial learning and co-operation. In our work we alsostudy human children, socialised wolves and catsthat provide useful comparison for the abilities ofdogs. Recently we have started to use psychophyisolo-gical methods to investigate how vegetative changes

(heart rate variability, stress hormone level) parallelbehavioural observations.

The Research Group welcomes Ph.D. students andpost-doctoral and senior researchers in the fields ofEthology, Behavioural Biology and Human Ethologyfor 6 stays of months or 1 year. Knowledge of Englishis necessary.


1.5 Research Group for Microbiology, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Mikrobiológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Elisabeth NAGYResearch Group for Microbiology, HungarianAcademy of SciencesUniversity of SzegedP.O. Box: 427, H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 545 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The activity of the Research Group is the characterisa-tion on the genomic level and the proteomic level of va-rious environmental fungi which may have impor-tance in the biotechnology (such as Trichoderma har-zanum, Mucor circinelloides, Phaffia rhodozyma).Transgenic fungi are produced for biotechnologicalpurposes and their characterisation is carried out bymolecular genetic methods. In the meantime we are al-so interested in characterisation of pathogenic activityand the resistance genes of human pathogenic fungiincluding yeast and filamentous fungi.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the fields of Molecular Bi-ological Studies on Human and Environmental Fun-gi including yeasts and filamentous fungi for 6months and less. Knowledge of English is necessaryfor the research work.


1.6 Materials and Environmental ChemistryResearch Laboratory, Chemical ResearchCentre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Anyag- és Környezetkémiai Kutatólaboratórium,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Kémiai Kutatóközpontja)

Contact:Mr. János SZÉPVÖLGYIDirectorMaterials and Environmental ChemistryResearch Laboratory

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Chemical Research Centre, the Hungarian Academyof SciencesPusztaszeri út 59-67., H-1025 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 325 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Research in material science and technology atMECRL is aimed at disclosing the chemical details ofcorrelation among the composition, microstructure,properties, and processing of selected material sys-tems. Research topics include the changes in the com-position, structure and properties on use of particularsystems, as well. The main ongoing research projectsare as follows:n Surface chemical reactions induced by fast ion and

atom beams,n Synthesis of nanosized ceramic and metallic pow-

ders in thermal plasmas,n Studies on laser-induced graphite plasmas and DC

glow-discharges.Research in environmental chemistry is directed to-wards finding chemical and physical phenomena, onthe basis of which products and technologies with neg-ligible environmental impact can be developed, espe-cially in the waste processing and in the productionand utilisation of energy, respectively. The ongoing re-search projects include:n Decrease of the environmental impact of coal com-

bustion, and utilisation of biomass materials forenergy production,

n Thermal degradation of polymers by fast pyrolysis,and processing of hazardous wastes in high tempe-rature thermal plasmas,

n Development of solar still modules of high efficiency.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and post-doctoral young researchers in the fields of thermaldecomposition and analytical pyrolysis of polymers,Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy, Synthesisof advanced materials in thermal plasmas, Proces-sing of hazardous wastes in thermal plasmas, Impe-dance spectroscopy, Electrochemical diagnostics ofcorrosion for 1 year. Knowledge of English is essen-tial.

The Research Laboratory would also like to partici-pate in international Research and Development Pro-jects.

1.6 Ph.D. School for Environmental Sciences,University of Szeged(Környezettudományi Doktori Iskola, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. András DOMBIVice Director of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Environmental SciencesInorganic and Analytical ChemistryUniversity of SzegedP. O. Box 440, H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The following research programs are available in ThePh.D. School:Environmental Biochemistry, Environmental Biotech-nology, Conservation Ecology, Environmental Phy-sics, Environmental Geography, Environmental Geo-logy, Colloids in Environment, Environmental Che-mistry and Analysis, Environmental Technology. (thecontact person can give any information about the de-tailed research programs)

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young pre- orpost-doctoral researchers. Knowledge of English is ne-cessary.


1.6 Ph.D. School for Environmental Sciences,Szent István University(Környezettudományi Doktori Iskola, Szent István Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Katalin BALÁZSResearch AssistantPh.D. School for Environmental SciencesDepartment of Environmental EconomicsSzent István UniversityPáter K. u. 1-3., H-2103 Gödöllô, HUNGARY+36 06 28 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe Environmental Sciences Ph.D. School (ESDS) of-fers research topics and postgraduate courses in fivemain disciplinary fields. Each postgraduate studenthas a unique research programme and curriculum(including obligatory course requirements) that is sub-mitted by the supervisor together with the programmedirector of the disciplinary field in question to thePh.D. School Committee, for approval, taking intoconsideration to the General Rules for Credits of SzentIstván University. Postgraduate students may choose,courses offered either by the ESDS or by any doctoralprogrammes of foreign or other Hungarian universi-ties.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in the fields of Soil Science, Agro-che-mistry, Environmental Chemistry, Ecological Agricul-ture, Preservation of Genetic Diversity, Environmen-tal Management and Protection, Agricultural and En-vironmental Microbiology and Soil Biotechnology,Landscape Ecology and Nature and Landscape Pro-tection for up to 6 months. Knowledge of English,German or Hungarian necessary for the researchwork.


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1.6 Ph.D. School for Environmental Sciences,University of West Hungary(Környezettudományi Doktori Iskola, Nyugat-Magyarországi Egyetem)

Contact: Professor Csaba MÁTYÁSDirectorPh.D. School for Environmental SciencesInstitute of Environmental SciencesFaculty of ForestryUniversity of West HungaryP. O. Box 13, H-9401 Sopron 2, HUNGARY+36 99 518 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Ecology and adaptive potentials of forest eco-

systems, first of all in the context of expected clima-te instability,

n Landscape Ecology, Urban forests,n Environmental Planning and Impact Assessment,n Geosciences, mainly Applied Geophysics,n Use of geophysical methods in Environmental

Analysis

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers for 6 months. Knowledge of English orGerman is necessary.


1.6 Ph.D. School for Environmental Sciences,University of Veszprém(Környezettudományi Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Ernô MÉSZÁROSPh.D. School for Environmental SciencesUniversity of VeszprémP. O. Box 158, H-8201 Veszprém, HUNGARY+36 88 422 022 ext. [email protected] or [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Environmental Analytical Chemistry, AtmosphericChemistry, Chemistry of Water in the Environment,Limnology, Geochemistry, Radioecology, Toxicology,Biophysics and Biogeochemistry.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the abovefields for more than 1 year. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


1.6 Ph.D. School for Environmental Sciences,University of Debrecen(Környezettudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Béla TÓTHMÉRÉSZHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Environmental SciencesEcological InstituteUniversity of DebrecenP. O. Box 71, H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 316 666 ext. [email protected]

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers for stays of 6months and less or 1 year and more. Knowledge ofEnglish is necessary for the research work.


1.6 Research Group for Atmospheric Chemistry, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Veszprém(Levegôkémiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Ernô MÉSZÁROSResearch Group for Atmospheric Chemistry, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Earth and Evironmental SciencesUniversity of VeszprémP. O. Box 158, H-8201 Veszprém, HUNGARY+36 88 422 022 ext. [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The mission of the research group is to study the phy-sical and chemical properties of an atmospheric aero-sol of biogenic and anthropogenic origin. The investi-gation of environmental effects of aerosol is also a fo-cus point. Special attention is given to the atmosphe-ric effects of aerosol particles like solar radiationtransfer and cloud formation. In this way research isrelated to the problem of climate change induced byhuman activities.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the study of the chemicalcomposition of atmospheric aerosol particles as for 1year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


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1.7 Research Group for Biophysics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Semmelweis University(Biofizikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Pál GRÓFAssociate professorResearch Group for Biophysics, HungarianAcademy of Sciences

Institute of BiophysicsSemmelweis UniversityP. O. Box 263, H-1444 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 267 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The effect of visible (VIS) and ultraviolet (UV) radia-tion on various simple living systems (bacteria, viru-

ses, mammalian cells)/their models. The investiga-tion is extended to the photosensitising effect of speci-fic dyes and to the extraterrestrial UV (short wave-length) radiation. In the research exactly quantifiedUV, VIS sources are used for irradiation, while for theevaluation of the effects microbiological (dose-effectsurvival functions, colony forming-, plaque formingactivity), spectroscopic (optical absorption, fluores-cence, optical melting, EPR, spin label) molecular bio-logical methodology is applied.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and senior re-searchers in the fields of outdoor and indoor UV dosi-metry, basic research in photodynamic therapy, EPR in-vestigation of membrane damages research fields for 6months and senior researchers for less than 6 months.Knowledge of English, German or French is necessary.


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Engineering2.1 Civil Engineering2.2 Electrical Engineering2.3 Architecture2.4 Material Sciences

and Technologies2.5 Mechanical Engineering2.6 Information Science

and Technology2.7 Agricultural Engineering Sciences2.8 Military Engineering Sciences2.9 Multidisciplinary Engineering

2.1 Research Group of Numerical StructuralMechanics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and the Budapest Universityof Technology and Economics(Tartószerkezetek Numerikus MechanikájaKutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia ésBudapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Katalin BAGISenior Research FellowResearch Group for Numerical Structural Mechanics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Structural MechanicsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsMûegyetem rakpart 3. K. mf. 35., H-1521 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Non-linear Structural Mechanicsn Structural Optimisationn Numerical Methodsn Granular Mechanics

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers in the fields ofStructural Mechanics, Computational Mechanics, Mi-cromechanics of Materials for 6 months or less and 1year and more. Knowledge of English is necessary.

2.1 Research Group for Reinforced ConcreteStructures, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Vasbeton Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor István HEGEDÛS/ Professor Gábor DOMOKOSHead of Research Group/ Head of DepartmentResearch Group for Reinforced Concrete Struc-tures, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Bridges and Structures/ Departmentof Strength of MaterialsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsBertalan L. u. 2., H-1521 Budapest, HUNGARY.Mûegyetem rkp. 3., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 1712, fax: +463 17-84+36 1 463 1493, fax: +36 463 1773

[email protected]/ [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Mechanics of structures:n Numerical solution of non-linear boundary value

problemsn Qualitative methods for discrete and continuous

non-linear boundary value problemsn Parallel algorithmsn Random perturbation methods for discrete chaotic

systems

Theory and methods of structural engineering n Models for structural earthquake engineering n EUROCODE/2-5 adaptation for structures n Non-linear behaviour of cracked reinforced concrete

beamsn Fractal geometry models for reinforced concrete be-

amsn Non-linear computation of masonry archesn Tensile fabric structures n Retrofitting reinforced concrete and masonry struc-

tures using composites

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students for 6 months.Knowledge of English is essential.


2.2 Research Group for Automation, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Irányítástechnikai Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki ésGazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor István NAGYResearch Group for Automation,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Automation and Applied ITBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsBudafoki út 8., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Industrial-oriented research:n Utilisation of renewable and waste energies. Rene-

wable: system for the utilisation of Solar energy forthe combined production of heat and electric energy.Waste energy: high speed turbine - generator andconverter system is used.

n Various DC-DC converters used in Mercedes andDAF vehicles, middle-voltage converters used inpublic vehicles.

n High power 400 Hz AC/AC converters which arepresent at numerous airports in Europe.

n Network condition equipment and reference voltagesources produced in the Netherlands.

n Electric arc welding product family, uninterruptiblepower supply systems and static frequency conver-ters produced by the Hungarian industry.

n High frequency inverters for induction heating.n Excitation systems for large turbine generators pro-

duced by Ganz.2. Theoretical research:n Theory of variable structure non-linear dynamic

systems. Application of the theory of chaos in thefield of power electronics.

n Virtual and Internet based telemanipulation.n Soft computing.

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The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fields ofPower Electronics, Motion Control, Non-linear Dyna-mics for more than 1 year. Knowledge of English is es-sential.


2.2 Department of Broadband Infocommunication Systems, BudapestUniversity of Technology and Economics(Szélessávú Hírközlô Rendszerek Anyaga Tanszék,Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor László ZOMBORYHead of DepartmentDepartment of Broadband InfocommunicationSystemsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsGoldmann Gy. tér 3., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY +36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n High Frequency and Optical Equipment, Devices

and Systemsn Electromagnetic Wave Propagation, Antennasn Electromagnetic Compatibility, Radio Frequency

Interactionsn Biomedical Effects of High Frequency EM Fieldsn Ad hoc Networking and Indoor Propagationn Mobile Systemsn Data Compression Methods

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students in theabove mentioned research fields for one academicyear or more. Knowledge of English is necessary.


2.3 Ph.D. School for Civil Engineering, Buda-pest University of Technology and Economics(Építômérnök Tudományi Doktori Iskola, BudapestiMûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Tibor TARNAI Head of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Civil EngineeringDepartment of Structural MechanicsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsMûegyetem rakpart 3., H-1521 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Ph.D. School’s research activity covers all fields ofCivil Engineering with the exception of Surveying.There are three main research programmes: (1) Struc-tural Engineering, (2) Water and Environmental En-gineering, (3) Transport Engineering.

In Programme 1, the main subfields are: Steel, Rein-forced Concrete and Timber Structures, StructuralMechanics including Biomechanics, Structural Mate-rials and Engineering Geology.In Programme 2, the main subfields are: WaterSupply, Sewage Treatment, Hydrology, Constructio-nal Water Engineering, Water Quality, EnvironmentalProtection.In Programme 3, the main subfields are: Road andHighway Construction, Railway Construction, Trans-port Technology, Geotechnics, Tunnelling.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fields ofStructural Engineering (Steel and Reinforced ConcreteStructures, Structural Mechanics, Structural Materi-als), Water and Environmental Engineering (Water Inf-rastructure, Water Quality, Constructional Water Engi-neering, Hydrology), Transport Engineering (Road andRailway Construction, Transport Technology, Geotech-nics) for 1 year. Knowledge of English is essential.


2.4 Cziráki József Ph.D. School for Wood Sciences and Technologies, University of West Hungary(Cziráki József Anyagtudományok és TechnológiákDoktori Iskola, Nyugat-Magyarországi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor András WINKLERHead of Ph.D. SchoolCziráki József Ph.D. School for Wood Sciencesand TechnologiesFaculty of Wood SciencesUniversity of West HungaryBajcsy Zs. u. 4, H-9400 Sopron, HUNGARY+36 99 518 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Field of research: all areas of Wood Science related to-pics, including but not limited to Wood Anatomy, Pro-cessing, Machinery, Wood Based Composites, WoodProducts and Furniture Design, Testing and Mecha-nics, Biodegradation and Preservation, Design andArchitecture.Current research areas: Value Added Utilisation ofWood, Recycling Wood Waste, Orthotropic MechanicalProperties of Wood, Properties of Tree Clones, Non-destructive Testing, Failure Characterisation of Wood,Evaluation of Wood Constructions, Technology andTesting of Wood Based Panels etc.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or post-doctoralyoung researchers in the fields of Wood Sciences, WoodStructures, Wood Processing, Fibre Techniques, WoodIndustry Management for 6 months. Knowledge ofHungarian, English or German language is essential.


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2.4 Research Group for Metals Technology,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Fémtechnológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. János DOBRÁNSZKYSenior ResearcherResearch Group for Metals Technology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsGoldmann tér 3., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 29 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Research Group operates at the Budapest Univer-sity of Technology and supported by HAS.Research fields and projects in the last 5 years:n Life-time Extension Possibilities in Low Alloy Steels

Operating at High Temperature,n Mechanical Anisotropy and Micromachining,n Austenitic, Bainitic and Martensitic Transforma-

tions of High Carbon Steels,n Weldability of High Carbon Steels for Bandsaw

Blades,n PHASE Transformations of Duplex Stainless Steels

for Isothermal Conditions,n Processing and Coating Technologies of Endovascu-

lar Implants.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in the fields of Life-time extension pos-sibilities of low alloy steels operating at high tempe-rature, Mechanical anisotropy and micromachining,Weldability of high carbon steels for bandsaw blades,Processing and coating technologies of endovascularimplants for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Eng-lish or French is necessary .


2.5 Department of Applied Mechanics, Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Mûszaki Mechanika Tanszék, Budapesti Mûszakiés Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Gábor STÉPÁNHead of DepartmentDepartment of Applied Mechanics Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsH-1521 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Continuum Mechanics, Plasticity, Biomechanics,

Numerical Mechanics (FEA), Composite Structures

n Dynamical Systems, Non-linear Vibrations, Stabi-lity and Bifurcation Theory, Applications in Vibra-tion Engineering (such as machine tool vibration,computer controlled machines, robotics)

(For details see: http://www.mm.bme.hu)

The Department welcomes senior researchers in thefields of Continuum Mechanics and Non-linear Dyna-mics for stays of 6 months or more than one year.Knowledge of English is necessary.


2.5 Research Group for Numerical Mechanics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Miskolc(Numerikus Mechanikai Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor István PÁCZELTHead of Department and Research GroupResearch Group for Numerical Mechanics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of MechanicsUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+36 46 565 111 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Numerical Mechanics Research Group hasbeen working for many decades in the field of Theo-retical and Applied Mechanics concentrating pri-marily on highly non-linear problems of solid conti-nua and engineering structures. Sources of non-li-near behaviour under investigation have been, forexample, the contact between bodies, plastic materi-al law, large displacements, strain and finite rota-tions etc. In recent years very successful numericalalgorithms and programs have been worked out onthe basis of the so-called hp version finite elementtechnique. By using the new procedures to be con-cerned special coupled problems have been ana-lysed such as contact between bodies accompaniedby heat distribution, wear problems and so on.From the point of the practical applications a greatnumber of problems has been dealt with includingcomposites, steal structures of the tool and vehicleindustry, tyres and other fibre reinforced rubberconstituents etc. Results of multi faceted researchhave been published in numerous papers in the lea-ding scientific journals and conference proceedingsof the world.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers in the field ofNumerical Mechanics for 6 months and less or 1 yearand more. Knowledge of English is necessary.


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2.5 Pattantyús-Ábrahám Géza Ph.D. Schoolfor Mechanical Engineering Sciences, Buda-pest University of Technology and Economics(Pattantyús-Ábrahám Géza Gépészeti TudományokDoktori Iskola, Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. László KULLMANNAssociate Professor, Vice Dean of FacultyPattantyús-Ábrahám Géza Ph.D. School for Me-chanical Engineering SciencesFaculty of Mechanical EngineeringBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsMûegyetem rkp. 3., H-1521 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The research activity of the Ph.D. School concentrateson Theoretical, Numerical and Experimental Methodsin Mechanical Engineering, Especially in Fluid andApplied Mechanics, Dynamics, Energy Technology,Bioengineering, Phenomena of Parallel Heat andMass Transport, CFD, Optics, Mechatronics, Manu-facturing and Robotics, Technology of Metals andPolymers, Metallography, Engineering Design, CAD,Applied Informatics in Mechanical Engineering, Hea-ting, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the above mentioned re-search fields for stays of 6 months or 1 year. Know-ledge of English or German is necessary.


2.6 Institute of Informatics, University of Szeged(Informatikai Intézet, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Tibor CSENDESAssociate ProfessorInstitute of InformaticsUniversity of SzegedP. O. Box 652, H-6701 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Major research fields of Computer Science, includingAlgorithms and Data Structures, Artificial Intelli-gence, Automata Theory, Data Bases, Discrete Mathe-matics, Formal Languages, Fuzzy Modelling, ImageProcessing, Networks, Optimisation, Term Rewriting.As well as various application fields are investigatedas those e.g. in operations research.A more complete description of the research activitiesis available athttp://www.inf.u-szeged.hu/~csendes/besze2.ps.gz

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in all as-pects of Computer Science for less than 6 months.Knowledge of English or German is necessary .


2.6 Computer and Automation Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Számítástechnikaiés Automatizálási Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. László MONOSTORIDeputy DirectorComputer and Automation Research Institute,Hungarian Academy of SciencesKende u. 13–17., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 279 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Computer and Automation Research Ph.D.School (SZTAKI) at the Hungarian Academy of Scien-ces (www.sztaki.hu) with nearly 300 employees (ofwhich approximately 200 are scientific) is the nationalresearch centre for information technology, computerscience and related fields. Primarily, the technico-scientific and mathematical issues of Informatics areinvestigated, with consideration and attention tofields related to the above fundamental questions, po-tentially endowing them with incentive, disciplinarybases. Above pursuing comprehensive basic- and app-lied research, the transmission of the acquired parti-cular experience to R&D, system design and system in-tegration, furthermore, to consulting and software de-velopment is a major obligation.Main research topics are as follows:Mathematics and CSn Combinatorial CSn Operations Researchn Modelling Multi-agent Systemsn Stochastic SystemsInformation technologyn Analogic & Neural Computingn Distributed Systems n Cluster and GRID Computingn Component and Agent-based Prog.n Embedded Systemsn Human-computer InteractionsAutomationn Systems & Control Theoryn Geometric Modelling & Reverse Eng. n Intelligent Manufacturingn Digital Enterprises, Prod. NetworksThe Institute’s mission includes the transfer of up-to-date results and research technology to university stu-dents. The Ph.D. School is very active in graduate andpost-graduate education co-operating with the majo-rity of universities in Hungary and operating commonchairs and Ph.D. programmes with them. LeadingHungarian universities and the Ph.D. School haveestablished four of these. Approximately 30 Ph.D. stu-

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dents and 30-40 graduate students take part in workat the Institute. SZTAKI runs industrial projects with distinguishedpartners, i.e. the Nuclear Power Plant, Paks; GE Hun-gary; MOL; MATÁV, and KNORR BREMSE GmbH.ERCIM (European Research Consortium of Informa-tics and Mathematics) granted full membership toSZTAKI in 1994. SZTAKI is also member of theWorld-Wide-Web Consortium.The international reputation of the Ph.D. School isreflected in its prestigious title of “Centre of Excellen-ce” in Information technology, computer science andcontrol given by the EU in 2000.SZTAKI is open to start new projects with potentialpartners from relevant fields and intend to solicit newR&D co-operations.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in theabove mentioned research fields for 6 months, 1 aca-demic year or more. English or Hungarian, in somefields German language knowledge is necessary.


2.6 Hatvany József Ph.D. School of Information Science, Engineeringand Technology, University of Miskolc(Hatvany József Informatikai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Tibor TÓTHHead of Ph.D. SchoolHatvany József Ph.D. School for InformationScience, Engineering and TechnologyDepartment of Information EngineeringUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+36 46 565 132, +36 46 565 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School organises its educational and re-search activities according to the following 4 fields:n Computational Science (Theory and Application of

Algorithms; Computational Algorithms for Engine-ering Sciences; Data and Knowledge Bases, Know-ledge Intensive Systems; Parallel and DistributedSystems).

n Information Systems for Materials Science andTechnology

n Production Information Engineering (Computer In-tegrated Manufacturing, Information Systems forMeasuring and Control Engineering)

n Material Stream Systems and Information Engine-ering for Logistics.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students for 6 monthsor less. Knowledge of English (medium level or high-er certificate) is necessary .


2.6 Ph.D. School for Information Technology,University of Veszprém(Informatikai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Ferenc FRIEDLERHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Information TechnologyDepartment of Computer ScienceInstitute of Information TechnologyUniversity of VeszprémEgyetem u. 10., Veszprém, H-8200, HUNGARY+36 88 424 [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Combinatory Problems in Information Technologyn Imagine Processingn Information Retrievaln Intelligent Controln Mathematical Modelling of Dynamic Systemsn Medical Informaticsn Mobile Communicationn Network Optimisationn Neurocomputing

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the abovementioned fields for an academic year. Knowledge ofEnglish is necessary.


2.6 Research Group for Production Information Engineering, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Miskolc(Termelésinformatikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Tibor TÓTHHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Production Information En-gineering, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Information EngineeringUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+36 46 565 132 / +36 46 565 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Computer aided planning and optimisation of dis-

crete manufacturing processes;n Theory and practice of Production Planning and

Scheduling (PPS);n Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and com-

puterised simulation;n Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM).An up-to-date Production Information EngineeringLaboratory with 12 workstations is available (LAN,hw+sw tools) at the Department of Information En-gineering.

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The Institute welcomes young post-doctoral resear-chers for 6 months. English (medium or higher level)language knowledge is necessary .


2.6 Research Group for Artificial Intelligence,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Szeged(Mesterséges Intelligencia Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor János CSIRIKHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Artificial Intelligence, Hungarian Academy of SciencesUniversity of SzegedAradi vértanúk tere 1., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY +36 62 544 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Machine Learning (Inductive Logic Programming,

Genetic Algorithms, Neural networks)n Speech Recognition (segmentation models, feature

extractions, the role of machine learning)n Natural Language Processing (Part-of-Speech tag-

ging methods, information extraction)n Complexity (complexity theory, computation lear-

ning theory)n Algorithms (approximation algorithms, on-line al-

gorithms)n Reverse Engineering (analysis of OO systems, prog-

ram comprehension, slicing)

The Research Group welcomes Ph.D. students in thefields of Artificial Intelligence and Software Enginee-ring for one academic year. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


2.7 Ph.D. School for Agricultural EngineeringScience, Szent István University(Agrár Mûszaki Tudományi Doktori Iskola, Szent István Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Ibolya ZSOLDOSAssistant ProfessorPh.D. School for Agricultural EngineeringScienceEngineering FacultySzent István UniversityPáter K. u. 1., H-2103 Gödöllô, HUNGARY+36 28 522 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School is divided into two main groups.The most important research subjects are:

Energetics of Agriculture and EnvironmentalManagement:n Ecological correlation of settlement and development n Technical possibilities of environment protectionn Technical possibilities of the living standardn Heat and material transport processn Basics of the energetically and environment friendly

development of technology used in primer productprocessing

n Usage of thermo and photo electrical sun energyn Modelling of green house processingn Agricultural original fuels and lubricantsn Processing of waste water; protection of watern Improvement of the efficiency of the production in

agriculture in forestryn Research in energy sources in agriculture in forestryn Energetic physics and building insulationn Supply and management of electricityn High frequency and microwave energy used in food

processingn Purification of ground water, examination of soil

dynamicsn Theory of animal husbandry n Usage of wind energyn Contamination of the environment and environ-

ment protectionBasics of Agriculture Machine Engineering:n Mechanics of grains of composite materialsn Time dependent mechanics of structural materialsn Theoretical and technical basics of the technical

innovation and developmentn Basics and methods of the development of quality

control systemsn Query of maintenance machineryn Mechanics of soiln Tribology research and application of engineering

plasticsn Vehicle and tractor techniquesn Query of off-road runningn Operation of machines and systemn Material energy safe production technologyn Connection between standard materials and the en-

vironmentn Optimise gear drivingn Research of product processing in agriculturen Materials reology and structure of agricultural ma-

terialsn Physiology effect of the electricity fieldn Research in choppingn Study of agriculture and general machine construc-

tionn Query of harvesting machinesn Research into decreasing energy consumption of

harvesting machinesn Internal combustion enginesn Lubrication techniquesn Technological, ecological questions of maintenancen Safety of machines

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- orpost-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefollowing fields for 6 months and less:n Plastic Engineeringn Tribology: friction and wear of engineering poly-

mers, dynamic testing

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n Dielectric Properties of Basic Foods in High Frequ-ency and Microwave Frequency Range

n Mechanics of Granular Media, Arching Action,Emptying of Silos

n Modelling Heat and Mass Transfer for CombinedMicrowave and Hot Air Drying in VibrofluidisedBed on Agriculture Materials.

n Experimental Studies of Dielectric Properties ofPorous Material During Combined Microwave andHot-air Drying Process.

n Investigation of Microwave Assisted Method to Ext-ract Ergosterol from a Variety of Matrices.

n Topological Correlation in Amorphous Structuresn Materials Reology and Structure of Agricultural

Materialsn Physiology Effect of the Electricity Fieldn Research of Choppingn Study of the Agriculture and General Machine

Constructionn Query of Harvesting MachinesKnowledge of English is necessary.


2.7 Research Group for Process Control,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Szent István University(Folyamatirányítási Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Szent István Egyetem)

Contact:Professor István FARKASHead of DepartmentResearch Group for Process Control, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Physics and Process ControlSzent István UniversityPáter K. u. 1., H-2100 Gödöllô, HUNGARY+36 28 522 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Hybrid renewable energy technologies,n Investigate the technical parameters and environ-

mental influences of photovoltaic and thermal solarsystems,

n Measurement of combined photovoltaic panels andbatteries as a part of renewable energy technologysystem for optimal operation,

n Modelling the drying process of agricultural pro-ducts and determination of their physical properties,

n Study of neural network applicability to crop dryingprocess using physically based model along withdifferent settings and model parameters,

n Computer aided process control in agriculture.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young senior researchers in ProcessControl Applications, Renewable Energy Resources,Drying, Greenhouse Operation research fields for 1year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


2.8 Ph.D. School for Military Technical Sciences, Zrínyi Miklós National Defence University(Katonai Mûszaki Tudományok Hadtudományi Doktori Iskola, Zrínyi Miklós Nemzetvédelmi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor József SOLYMOSIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Military Technical Sciences Department of NBC Defence and EnvironmentalSecurityZrínyi Miklós National Defence UniversityP. O. Box 15, H-1581 146., Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 432 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The research field encompasses academic and appliedresearch in military technical sciences.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fieldsof Military Techniques, Defence Electronics, Logistics,Environmental Protection, Environmental Security,Catastrophe Prevention and Military Civil Enginee-ring for 1 academic year. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


2.9 Ph.D. School for Multidisciplinary Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Multidiszciplináris Mûszaki Tudományi Doktori Iskola, Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor László ZOMBORYHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Multidisciplinary EngineeringFaculty of Electrical Engineering and InformaticsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsEgry József u. 18., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY +36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Telecommunicationsn Electronic Devices and Technologiesn Measurement and Control Techniquesn Electrical Power

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the above mentionedresearch fields for stays of 6 months or 1 year. Know-ledge of English is necessary.


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2.10 Ph.D. School for Multidisciplinary Engineering Sciences, Pázmány Péter Catholic University(Multidiszciplináris Mûszaki Tudományok DoktoriIskola, Pázmány Péter Katolikus Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Daniella TÖRÖKPh.D. School for Multidisciplinary EngineeringSciencesFaculty of Information TechnologyPázmány Péter Catholic UniversitySzentkirályi u. 28., H-1088 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 429 72 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Sensing and Sensors, Living and Artificial Sensingn Analog Cellular Computing and Intelligent Sensor-

Computers

n Bio-artificial Interfaces n Language Technologies: linguistic, auditory, visual

and social aspectsn Integrated Emerging Communication Technologies

and Networksn Software Technologiesn Tele-Presence Applicationsn „Smart“ energy saving equipment and devicesn Molecular Computingn Functional Neurosciencen Multimodal Sensing and Recognitionn Non-invasive Biomedical Imaging and Diagnosing

Technologies

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students or youngpost-doctoral researchers for 6 months and less.Knowledge of English is necessary.


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medicine3.1 Biomedical Sciences3.2 Clinical Sciences3.3 Pharmacology

and Pharmaceutical Sciences3.4 Multidisciplinary

Medical Sciences

3.1 Institute for Experimental Medicine, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Kísérleti Orvostudományi Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. Beáta SPERLÁGHDeputy DirectorInstitute of Experimental Medicine of the Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 67., H-1450 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 210 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Institute, located in Budapest, is the only researchinstitution in Hungary dedicated exclusively to medi-cal research. Its activity focuses on basic biomedicalresearch, primarily in the field of Neuroscience, inclu-ding studies on neurotransmission, learning and me-mory, behaviour, ischaemic and epileptic brain dama-ge, as well as the central and peripheral control of hor-mone secretion. The research teams of the Instituteemploy multidisciplinary approaches: traditional,well-established methodologies (e.g. in Anatomy,Electrophysiology, Neurochemistry and Pharmaco-logy) are combined with novel cellular and molecularbiology techniques as well as patch clamp and calci-um imaging techniques.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers subject to individual negoti-ation for 6 months. Knowledge of English is essential.


3.1 Department of Physiology, Semmelweis University(Élettani Intézet, Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gábor CZIRJÁKAssistant LecturerDepartment of PhysiologySemmelweis UniversityP. O. Box, 259., H-1444 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 266 2755 ext. 4113 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Regulation of Effector Functions of Phagocytic cellsn Regulation of Plasma Membrane Receptorsn Mitochondrial Functionn Physiology of Potassium Channels

The Institute welcomes young researchers in the fieldsof Regulation of Effector Functions of Phagocytic cells,Regulation of Plasma Membrane Receptors and Phy-siology of Potassium Channels for 1 year or more.Knowledge of English or Hungarian is essential.


3.1 Ph.D. School for Biomedical Sciences,University of Pécs(Elméleti Orvostudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor János SZOLCSÁNYIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Biomedical SciencesDepartment of Pharmacology and PharmacotherapyUniversity of PécsSzigeti u. 12., H-7602 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 536 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School contains 4 major and 11 associatedprogrammes for postdoctoral training both in basicand clinical sciences. The programmes are closely re-lated to high quality research supported either by theHungarian Academy of Sciences or a variety of Foun-dations and are carried out in over 10 Departmentsand Research Groups organised within the University.The programmes cover many important fields of Neu-ropharmacology, Neurosciences, Neuroendocrinologyand Immunology, and have strong international rela-tions including collaboration, joint research and pub-lications as well as exchange of students and seniorscientists.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoraland young and senior researchers in the fields of Neu-ropharmacology, Neurosciences, Neuroendocrinology,Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Immunology for1 year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


3.1 Ph.D. School for Medical Sciences, Semmelweis University(Elméleti Orvostudományok Doktori Iskola,Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Emil MONOSHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Medical SciencesDepartment of Human PhysiologySemmelweis UniversityÜllôi út 78/a., H-1082 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 210 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Ischaemic cardiovascular diseases – physiological

and clinical aspects;n Mechanisms of normal and pathological functions

of the circulatory system;n Biological effects of ionising and non-ionising radi-

ation;n Renal physiology and pathophysiology from mole-

cules to bedside;

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n Cardiovascular effects of endogenous cardio- andvasoactive substances as well as pharmacologicalpreparations – physiological and pathophysiologi-cal aspects.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpre- or post-doctoral researchers for stays of 6 monthsand less or 1 year and more. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


3.1 Neurophysiology Research Group, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Pécs(Idegélettani Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor László LÉNÁRDDirector and ChairmanResearch Group for Neurophysiology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesFaculity of MedicineInstitute of PhysiologyUniversity of PécsP. O. Box 99., H-7602 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 536 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Limbic mechanisms of endocrine regulation. Oestro-gen receptors. Central regulation of hunger, satietyand body weight. Glucose receptor cells in the limbicsystem. Taste and odour related information proces-sing. Motivation, learning and reinforcement. Neuro-chemical mechanism of perception and addictive be-haviour.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoraland young and senior researchers in Neurophysiology,Neuroanatomy, Neurochemistry, Endocrinology, Beha-vioural Sciences research fields for less than 6 monthsand 1 year. Knowledge of English is necessary.


3.1 Research Group for Neurobiology, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Semmelweis University(Neurobiológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. József TAKÁCSSenior ResearcherResearch Group for Neurobiology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of AnatomySemmelweis UniversityTûzoltó u. 58., H-1094 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 215 6920, +36 1 217 6937

Research, a Short Introduction: Neuroanatomy, neurobiology:n Postnatal development, transmitter and receptor

immunohystochemical architecture and plasticityof the cerebellum

n Morpho-functional changes following sensory dep-rivation; cross-modal plasticity.

Psychophysiology, psychophysics:n Types and mechanisms of visual attentionn Perceptual learning and plasticity of visual atten-

tional modulation. Mathematical neurobiology (computer simulation):n Role of spike-trains in the possible coding of neu-

ronal information in simple neuronal networks

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in Neuroana-tomy, Neurobiology, Psychophysiology, Psychophy-sics, Mathematical Neurobiology (computer simula-tions) for an academic year. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


3.1 Research Group for Molecular Genetics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eötvös Loránd University(Molekuláris Genetika Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor László OROSZChairmanResearch Group for Molecular Genetics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of GeneticsEötvös Loránd University Pázmány Péter sétány, H-1117 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 209 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Developmental Genetics: Signalling Pathways,

Mesoderm Differentiation, and Bone Morphogene-sis.

n Model Systems: Ccaenorhabditis Elegans, Deve-lopment of Red Deer’s Antler

n Prokaryotic Genetics: DNA-protein Sequence Spe-cific Bindings, Site-specific Recombination, Mole-cular genetics of industrial micro-organism

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-doc-toral researchers in the fields of Molecular Genetics(developmental genetics on lacnorhabditis elegans,bone morphogenesis on antler) and Microbial Gene-tics (bacteria of agricultural and industrial use)from 6 months to 1 year or more. Knowledge of Eng-lish or Hungarian is necessary.


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3.1 Research Group for Molecular Genetic,Hungarian Academy of Sciences and the Semmelweis University(Molekuláris Genetikai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Rudolf de CHATELChairmanMolecular Genetic Research Group, the Hunga-rian Academy of SciencesSemmelweis UniversityKorányi Sándor u. 2/a, H-1083 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 210 0279

Research, a Short Introduction: Early genetic reprogramming in the course of experi-mental cardiac hypertrophy. Development of cardiachypertrophy in diabetes mellitus. The influence of die-tary fatty acid on cardiac hypertrophy. Natriureticpeptides as markers of tissue proliferation in the car-diovascular system.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in Cardiovascular physiology researchfields for up to 6 months. Knowledge of English orHungarian is necessary.


3.1. Research Group for Membrane Biologyand Immunopathology, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Semmelweis University(Membránbiológiai és Immunkórtani Kutatócsoport,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és SemmelweisEgyetem)

Contact:Mr. Balázs SARKADIHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Membrane Biology and Immunopathology, Hungarian Academy ofSciencesSemmelweis UniversityDiószegi u. 64, H-1113 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 372 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe Membrane Biology and Immunology ResearchGroup works in the area of membrane transport pro-teins, investigating their function and regulation.Primary research projects focus on the investigationof the physiological and pharmacological role of thefamily of ABC (ATP Binding Cassette) transporters,including various multidrug resistance (MDR) pro-teins. The name of the MDR proteins refers to their potentialrole in clinical multidrug resistance, a phenomenonthat hinders the effective chemotherapy of tumours.

Numerous xenobiotics are eliminated from the cells bythe sequence of oxidation, conjugation to an anionicgroup (glutathione, glucuronate or sulphate) andtransport across the plasma membrane into the extra-cellular space. These transport processes are also me-diated by the MDRs. The projects of the group includethe investigation of several other ABC transporters,including those involved in cellular lipid metabolism(ABCA1 and ABCG1), and other diseases (CFTR,MRP6, etc.). The Group performs the expression and characterisa-tion of mutant human MDR protein variants, studiesspecific regions of these proteins. Members of the Gro-up also develop new fluorescence-based transport as-says for the transporters, and characterise clinicallyapplicable new compounds for their interactions withthese proteins.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and post-doc-toral young researchers in the fields of MembraneBiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology for oneacademic year or more. Knowledge of English is ne-cessary.


3.1 Research Group for Neuroendocrine, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Semmelweis University(Neuroendokrin Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Béla HALÁSZResearch Group for Neuroendocrine, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Human Morphology and Developmental BiologySemmelweis UniversityTûzoltó u. 58., H-1094 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 218 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Research Group of the Hungarian Academy ofSciences has been dealing with neuroendocrinologyfor about three decades and the Hungarian Academyof Sciences made several contributions to the field,providing data on the afferents of the hypophysiotro-phic neurones, the asymmetry of the Neuroendocrinesystem, autocrine and paracrine mechanisms, and onneuronal pathways involved in the control of pituitaryadenohypophysial hormones. The Research Group isinterested in the structural and functional organisa-tion of the hypothalamo-adenohypophysial-target en-docrine gland system.Currently the Group is investigating: (1) the neuro-morphology and functional significance of glutama-tergic innervation of hypothalamic cell groups, (2)neuronal connections between the gonads and centralnervous system structures and their role in the controlof testosterone secretion and (3) the control of prolac-tin secretion.

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The Institute would welcome pre-doctoral resear-chers in Neuroendocrine field, such as glutamatergicinnervation of the hypothalamus, neural control oftestosterone secretion and control of prolaction se-cretion research field for 6 months or 1 year. Know-ledge of English is essential.


3.1 Research Group for Antibiotics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and the University of Debrecen(Antibiotikum-szerveskémiai Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. István PELYVÁSSenior Research FellowResearch Group for Antibiotics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Pharmaceutical ChemistryUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1., H-4010 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 512 900 ext. [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Research Group works in close co-operation withthe Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at theUniversity of Debrecen, and takes part in the basicteaching programs of students in Chemistry and Phar-macy. The Group is carrying out intensive scientific re-search on the structural elucidation, chemical synthe-sis, and structural modification of various antibioticsand related microbial products, including carbohyd-rate-containing representatives, beta-lactam antibio-tics and beta-lactamase inhibitors, etc. Further majorresearch topics are: utilisation of carbohydrates andanother substances as chiral pools in natural productssyntheses, molecular medicinal chemistry and drugdesign, computer-assisted molecular modelling of or-ganic substances, and examination of the biomolecularrecognition and structural features of organic sub-stances by nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) methods.The Group, along with Hungarian Academy of Sci-ences has developed fruitful international scientificcollaboration with institutes at the major Europeanand overseas academies.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers for 6 months or 1year or more. In our post-graduate (Ph.D.) programthe following major research topics are involved:search for new methodologies and reagents in organicsynthesis, synthesis of glycopeptide-, carbohydrate-containing- and beta-lactam antibiotics and theirbuilding blocks, de novo synthesis of carbohydrates,utilisation of carbohydrates and another substancesas chiral pools in natural products syntheses, andexamination of the biomolecular recognition andstructural features of organic substances by nuclearmagnetic resonance (NMR) method. Knowledge ofEnglish, Russian or German is essential.


3.1 Research Group for Cell and Immunobiology, Hungarian Academy ofSciences and Semmelweis University(Molekuláris Immunológiai Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact: Professor András FALUSChairmanResearch Group for Cell and Immunobiology,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of GeneticsSemmelweis UniversityNagyvárad tér 4., H-1089 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 210 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Research at the Group concentrates on Molecular CellBiology and Immunology.Major topics: n Histamine Biology (immunology, molecular gene-

tics on Transgenic animals) focusing on the role ofhistamine in tumours and the phenotype of hista-mine free mice.

n Structural and Functional Genomics of Oncology(including chemokine variants in asthma as well asgene expression pattern of ALL children).

n T Cell repertoire and Epitope Hierarchy in Experi-mental Arthritis Induced by Proteoglycans.

n Stem Cell Research, the Gene Expression Pattern ofHuman (umbilical) and Mouse (embryonic) StemCells.

The Research Group welcomes Ph.D. students, pre-and post-doctoral and young researchers in the fieldsof Immunology, Clinical Genomics and Molecular CellBiology for stays of 6 month to one academic year.Knowledge of English is necessary.


3.2 Ph.D. School for Clinical Sciences,University of Debrecen(Klinikai Orvostudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gyula SZEGEDIFull ProfessorPh.D. School for Clinical Sciences3rd Department of Internal MedicineUniversity of DebrecenMóricz Zs. utca 22., H-4004 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 414 ext. 969, +36 52 311 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introductionn Clinical Immunologyn Clinical Oncologyn Epidemology of Diseases

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The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in Clinical Immunology forless than 6 months. Condition: mutual exchange ofPh.D. students with other Departments. Knowledgeof English is necessary.


3.2 Department of Medical Geneticsand Child Development, University of Pécs(Orvosi Genetikai és Gyermekfejlôdéstani Intézet,Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. György KOSZTOLÁNYIHead of DepartmentDepartment of Medical Genetics and Child DevelopmentMedical FacultyUniversity of PécsJózsef Attila u. 7., H- 7623 Pécs, HUNGARY +36 72 535 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Genetic Background of Mental Retardation n Mitochondrial Diseasesn Genetic Instability

The Department welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the Aetiology of MentalRetardation for less than 6 months. Knowledge ofEnglish and/or German is necessary.


3.2 Research Group for PET, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Debrecen(PET Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémiaés Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Lajos TRÓNHead of DepartmentResearch Group for PET, Hungarian Academy of SciencesPET CentreMedical and Health Science CentreUniversity of DebrecenBem tér 18C, H-4026, Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 431 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Based on a relatively high number of diagnostic inves-tigations using positron emission tomography specialstudies are conducted on the role and value of thistechnique in the oncology, neurology and cardiology.Aiming the localisation of different mental functions,brain activation studies are carried out using 15O-la-

belled butanos as brain perfusion tracer. Parallel tothe above investigations radiochemical developmentprograms are in progress to synthesise receptor speci-fic ligands labelled with the positron emitting isotopes18F (110 min half life) and 11C (20 min half life).

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefields Brain Activation (using the PET method), Deve-lopment and Biological/Pharmacological Evaluationof Receptor Specific Radioligands for 6 months or1 year and more. Knowledge of English is necessary.


3.2 Research Group for Nephrology and Paediatrics, Hungarian Academyof Sciences and Semmelweis University(Gyermekgyógyászati és Nephrológiai Kutatócsoport,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és SemmelweisEgyetem)

Contact:Mr. Barna VÁSÁRHELYIAssociate ProfessorResearch Group for Nephrology and Paediatrics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesFirst Department of PaediatricsSemmelweis UniversityBókay u. 53., H-1083, Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 266 2755 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Recent studies indicate that endothelial dysfunctionplays a central role in the development of acute andchronic vascular complications of preterm neonates. Atthe Research Laboratory of the First Department of Pae-diatrics, Semmelweis University we focus on the inflam-matory, hormonal and free-radical mediated pathogenicprocesses that might lead to the erosion of the inner la-yer of vasculature. For this purpose, several experimen-tal and clinical studies are being under way.In in vitro experiments, lymphocytes are isolated fromseptic neonates and their cytosine production is testedunder various external stimuli. The responsiveness oflymphocytes was altered in septic neonates comparedto healthy ones.Animal experiments are used to shed light on the im-portance of cytosine and heat shock protein gene exp-ression in the defence against ischemia-reperfusion in-jury. We found, that sexual steroid hormones throughthese agents might have profound effect on the pro-gression and severity of renal lesions following ische-mia-reperfusion.In clinical settings, we have proven, that during thefirst postnatal days a quick decrease of blood iron le-vels might play a role in the antioxidant defence of theneonates against reactive oxygen species injury.Genetic analyses of nearly 200 preterm neonates sug-gest, that the presence of some interleukine and renin-angiotensin gene polymorphisms leading to exaggera-ted inflammatory and vascular response might be as-sociated with increased risk for patent ductus arterio-

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sus, acute renal failure, narcotising enterocolitis andbronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm babies.Our epidemiological studies indicate that low birthweight is associated with higher blood pressure, moreintense bone turnover and altered adrenal hormone le-vels in apparently healthy young adults.

The Research Laboratory would like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

3.3 Institute of Pharmaceutical Chemistry,University of Szeged(Gyógyszerkémiai Intézet, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Ferenc FÜLÖPHead of InstituteInstitute of Pharmaceutical ChemistryUniversity of SzegedEötvös u.6., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 54 55 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry,Drug Research.Heterocyclic chemistry, Enantioselective Transforma-tions, Synthesis of Small Natural Molecules, Enzyme-catalysed Selective Transformations, CombinatorialChemistry, Peptide Foldamers: Design, Synthesis,Structure Investigations (see research activities on Insti-tute’s web-site: http://www.szote.u-szeged.hu/gyki/in-dexe.htm

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre- orpost-doctoral young researchers in the fields of Hete-rocyclic Chemistry, Enantioselective Transforma-tions, Synthesis of Small Natural Molecules, Enzyme-catalysed Selective Transformations, CombinatorialChemistry, Peptide Foldamers: Design, Synthesis,Structure Investigations for 6 months, 1 year andmore. Knowledge of English is essential.The Institute would like to have Ph.D. student with amasters degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy. The Institu-te would accept pre- and post-doctoral researchers, too.


3.3 Ph.D. School for Pharmacological Sciences,University of Debrecen (Gyógyszertudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Lajos GERGELYHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Pharmacological SciencesInstitute of Medical MicrobiologyInstitute of PharmacologyUniversity of DebrecenP.O.Box 17., H-4012 Debrecen, HUNGARY +36 52 417 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Pharmacology:n Neuro-humoral regulations of insulin sensitivityn Ischaemia induced alterations in diabetic heart

muscleMicrobiology:n Human papillomavirus infections of the lower geni-

tal tractn Human immunodeficiency virus infections of natu-

ral killer cells

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students and post-doctoral and young researchers in Pharmacology Me-dical virology: herpes-, papilloma- and retrovirusesresearch fields for an 1 year. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


3.3 Ph.D. School for Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences, Semmelweis University(Gyógyszertudományi Doktori Iskola, Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. István ANTALAssociate ProfessorPh.D. School for Pharmaceutical and Pharma-cological SciencesDepartment of PharmaceuticsSemmelweis UniversityHôgyes u. 7., H-1092 Budapest, HUNGARY +36 1 217 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Ph.D. School forPharmaceutical and Pharmaco-logical sciences focuses on two scientific disciplines:n Pharmacological research is needed to select new

active substances, to develop and use medicinal pro-ducts. In addition, new scientific results and disco-vered relationships may help to understand func-tions of human living organism.

n Pharmaceutical research is related to drug re-search, development of drug delivery systems aswell as it is a prerequisite to produce and applypharmaceutical preparations. Although pharma-ceutical science involves the knowledge of other dis-ciplines (e.g. chemistry and medical science), but theevaluation of medicinal products requires specia-lised knowledge from the viewpoint of this interdis-ciplinary science.

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- andpost-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefollowing fields:Study of bioactive substances of plant origin in con-nection with photochemical and biological evaluationas well as biotechnological production; pharmaceuti-cal chemistry and analysis; design, manufacturingand biopharmaceutical evaluation of novel dosageforms; clinical pharmacy and pharmacoeconomics;

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study of organic compounds with potential bioacti-vity; investigation of medical and pharmaceutical as-pects of biology and environmental protection; phar-macodynamic investigations; pharmacokinetic anddrug metabolism; influence on Neurochemical trans-mission; study of neurodegenerative and neuroprotec-tive mechanisms; cardiovascular pharmacological in-vestigations; separation methods and their applicati-ons; study of drugs affecting on calcium and bone me-tabolism; human study of cytostatic drugs; role ofiontransport mechanisms controlling Neurochemicaltransmission for up to 1 year. Knowledge of English or German is necessary.


3.4 1st Ph.D. Department of Pathology andExperimental Cancer Research, Semmelweis University(1. Pathológiai és Kísérleti Rákkutató Intézet, Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. István PETÁKSenior Scientist1st Department of Pathology and ExperimentalCancer ResearchSemmelweis UniversityÜllôi út 26., H-1085 109, Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 317 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Special research interests: 1. Oncopharmacogenomics:Identification and functional analysis of genes in-volved in drug sensitivity especially those, which regu-late apoptosis and cell survival. Identification of newmolecular markers to better predict prognosis andstratify therapeutic protocols. 2. Molecular geneticcomponents of lymphomagenesis, transformation andprogression. 3. Signal transduction of receptors in-volved in induction of apoptosis such us Fas/CD95,receptors of TRAIL/APO2L and TGF-beta. 3. Molecu-lar mechanisms of different forms of cell death. 4. Therole of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in angiogenesis,invasion and metastasis, but also in carcinogenesisand drug sensitivity of tumour cells.

The Department welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- andpost-doctoral young and senior researchers in thefields of Transformation and Progression of Lympho-mas; New Molecular Diagnostic Methods in Patho-logy and Functional Genomics in Oncohematology;the Role of the ECM in Metastasis, Invasion, Cellu-lar Motility and Drug Sensitivity of Tumour Cells;Signal Transduction of Death Receptor InducedApoptosis (Fas, TRAIL-receptors); TGF-Beta-in-duced Apoptosis in Lymphomas for a few monthsand up to several years. Knowledge of English is ne-cessary.


3.4 Ph.D. School for Molecular MedicalSciences, Semmelweis University(Multidiszciplináris Molekuláris-orvostudományiDoktori Iskola, Semmelweis Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Ágota VÉRSenior LecturerPh.D. School for Molecular Medical SciencesDepartment of Medical Chemistry, Molecular Biologyand PathobiochemistrySemmelweis UniversityP. O. Box 260, H-1444 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 266 2755 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The postgraduate school of molecular medical sciencesserves for both biomedical basic research and primarytraining of researchers starting their careers in thefields of clinical research. One short coming of biome-dical research is that there is no efficient connectionbetween basic and clinical research. Therefore, fivemain programs involve applied theoretical knowledgetogether with clinical research. n Pathobiochemistryn Cellular and Molecular Physiologyn Human Molecular Genetics and Gene Diagnosticsn Basic and Clinical Immunologyn Embryology, Theoretical, Experimental and Clini-

cal Developmental Biology

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or pre-doctoralresearchers in the fields of Biochemistry, Physiology,Molecular Biology, Immunology, Embryology for 1academic year and more. Knowledge of English orGerman is essential.


3.4 Research Group for Apoptosis and Signoling, Hungarian Academy ofSciences and University of Debrecen(Jelátvitel és Apoptózis Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. György FENYÔFALVIResearch OfficerResearch Group of Apoptosis and Signoling,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyUniversity Medical School of DebrecenUniversity of DebrecenP. O. Box 6, H-4012 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 416 432Fax.: +36 52 314 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The major research interest of the group is to study(invivo and in vitro) apoptosis by approaching from

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different aspects, using various experimental orga-nisms with an emphasis on the function, structure, bi-ochemistry and Enzimology of transglutaminases (oneof the effector element of apoptosis); T cell death modu-lation by retinoids; mechanism of activation inducedT cell death.Recent studies are focus on identification of proteinsubstrates for Tgase (in Nematodes, Insects, Mamma-lians), analysis of function of protein transglutamina-tion in apoptosis, calcium binding of transglutamina-ses (NMR study combined with surface polarity analy-sis), nuclear translocation of Tgase.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpre- or post-doctoral researchers for stays of 6months or 1 year and more. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


3.5 Ph.D. School for Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences, University of Szeged(Interdiszciplináris Orvostudományi Doktori Iskola,Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Yvette MÁNDIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Interdisciplinary MedicalSciencesDepartment of Medical MicrobiologyUniversity of SzegedDóm tér 10., H-6720 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 545 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The study of cytosine gene polymorphism in septic di-seases. The role of cytosine production in Helicobacterpylori infections. The role of cytokines in Mycobacteri-um tuberculosis infection. The connection of cytokinesand apoptosis in cardiac and haematological disea-ses. Pathogenesis of congenital human cytomegalovi-rus (CMV) infection (the role of viral - and immunolo-gical factors, the role of placenta, genetic susceptibilityto CMV infection). The study of the roles of CMV andChlamydia pneumonia in the development of athe-rosclerosis The role of the proton pump in the resis-tance of bacteria, fungi and cancer cells, synergismbetween inhibitors and chemotherapeutics. Antiplas-mid effects on bacteria and fungi in combined popula-tion. Multidrug resistance in cancer cells, the effects ofresistance modifiers on the drug uptake of cancer cells.Molecular typing of anaerobic bacteria from specialinfections. Molecular diagnosis of hepatitis C and My-cobacterium tuberculosis.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers for 6 months in the following fields: Stu-dy of cytosine gene polymorphism in septic diseases.The role of cytosine production in Helicobacter pyloriinfections. The pathogenesis of congenital human cyto-megalovirus (CMV) infection (the role of viral - and im-munological factors, the role of placenta, genetic sus-ceptibility to CMV infection). Antiplasmid effects onbacteria and fungi in combined population. Multidrugresistance in cancer cells, the effects of resistance mo-difiers on the drug uptake of cancer cells. Moleculartyping of anaerobic bacteria from special infections.Molecular diagnosis of hepatitis C and Mycobacteriumtuberculosis. Knowledge of English is necessary.


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agriculturalsciences

4.1 Crop- and Horticultural Sciences4.2 Veterinary Sciences4.3 Animal Husbandry Sciences

4.1 Agricultural Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Mezôgazdasági Kutatóintézete)

Contact:Mr. Ottó VEISZDeputy Managing DirectorAgricultural Research Institute, Hungarian Academy of SciencesBrunszvik u. 2., H-2462 Martonvásár, HUNGARY+36 22 569 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The profile of the Agricultural Research Institute of theHungarian Academy of Sciences covers an integratedspectrum of complex research ranging from basic andmethodological problems to applied research, includingpractical applications. The fundamental goal is to deve-lop new generic plant genotypes to satisfy the needs ofthe future, based on the internationally acknowledgedplant gene pool accumulated over the last half centuryin Martonvásár and using up-to-date genetic, physiolo-gical, cell and reproduction biological, functional geno-mic, biotechnological, plant breeding and crop produc-tion methods. The investigations also cover productiontechnologies and crop environments, the maintenanceof the agroecological equilibrium, the preservation andimprovement of genetic variability, the production ofraw materials for healthy nutrition, durable plantstress resistance, and an improvement in seed safety, allaimed at satisfying the criteria of sustainable develop-ment. This state-run institute contributes to research onthe genotype x environment x society interaction and tothe stability of this interaction. In addition to thiscomplex research programme, institute staff play an ac-tive part in undergraduate and postgraduate educati-on, in scientific Cupertino with Hungarian and foreigninstitutions and in the practical introduction of scienti-fic results and technical knowledge.

The Institute welcomes post-doctoral young resear-chers in the fields of plant genetics research, plantcell and reproduction biology research, plant physio-logy, research, cereal gene bank research, molecularbreeding research, research in cereal chemistry andquality, maize breeding research, cereal breeding re-search, crop production research, agroecological for 6months and less. Knowledge of English is essential.


4.1. Research Institute for Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry,Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Talajtani és Agrokémiai Kutatóintézet)

Contact:Mr. András HALBRITTERResearcherResearch Institute for Soil Science and AgriculturalChemistry, Hungarian Academy of SciencesHerman Ottó út 15., H-1022 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 214 9007 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introductionn Precision farming. Establishment of a GIS data-

base supporting precision farming. Environment-friendly nutrient supply advisory system.

n Long-term field experiments for fertilisation stra-tegy and soil pollution monitoring.

n Water management. Elaboration of alternative landuse technologies to help infiltration of precipitationinto the soil; decrease losses by surface runoff,downward filtration, seepage and evaporation; in-crease the water storage capacity of the soil. Increas-ing the water storage within the soil in plant-avail-able form without any environmental side-effects.

n Bioremediation: microbial degradation, phytoreme-diation. Monitoring soil microbial communitiesduring Bioremediation practice. Altering the meta-bolic pathways of the heavy metal accumulatingplants by hybridisation, the possibilities of the int-roduced artificial mycorrhization, the selection pro-cedures of the tolerant microsymbionts and theusage of other soil biotechnological methods and ad-ditives. Mycorrhizal, N-fixing and other plantgrowth promoting rhizosphere micro-organism.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young and senior researchers in Soil Charac-terisation, Plant Nutrition, Environmental Fate ofChemicals, Soil Remediation, Precision Farming, SoilMicrobiology research fields for 6 months and less.Knowledge of English is necessary for the researchwork.


4.1 Ph.D. School for Crop Production and Horticultural Sciences, University of Veszprém (Növénytermesztési és Kertészeti Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor József HORVÁTHPh.D. School for Crop Production and Horticultural SciencesGeorgikon Faculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of VeszprémDeák Ferenc u. 16./ P.O. Box 71, H-8361 Keszthely,HUNGARY+36 83 312 [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe Ph.D. School in Crop Production and Horticultu-ral Sciences (DS) deals with the following main topics:1. Plant nutrition and soil fertility.2. Long tem experiments of soil fertility.3. Soil physics and water balance.4. Experimental trials for nutrient dynamics and nut-

rient stresses.5. Soil loading and the pollution of natural waters.6. Biology, ecology of plant pathogens and the resis-

tance.7. Plant breeding, genetics and agrobiotechnology.

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Twelve graduate students supported by governmentalgrants and 18 correspondence students with the finan-cial support of their work places (institutes, companiesetc.) study in three year programmes, in organisedforms. Teachers include one ordinary member ofHAS), two Doctors of HAS, 12 Candidates of Sciences(CSC) HAS Ph.D. Two academicians, 9 doctors ofHAS and 3 with CSC degree from Plant Protection In-stitute (HAS), Research Institute of Soil Sciences(HAS) are supporting the work of the DS.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in all subjects of Plant Nutrition andPlant Protection Soil Sciences, Fungal and Virus Dis-eases, Epidemology, Horticultural Crops (pepper,grapes, fruit trees), Plant Breeding (disease resis-tance) for less than 6 months. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


4.1 Ph.D. School for Interdisciplinary Sciences: Crop- and Horticultural Sciencesand Earth Sciences, University of Debrecen(Növénytermesztési és Kertészeti Tudományi ésFöldtudományi Interdiszciplináris Doktori Iskola,Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor János NAGYHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Interdisciplinary Sciences: Crop-and Horticultural Sciences and Earth SciencesDepartment of Land UseCentre for Agricultural SciencesFaculty of AgricultureUniversity of DebrecenBöszörményi út 138., Debrecen 4032, HUNGARY+36 52 508 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The objective of research at the School is the detailedstudy of soil and its environment and control of theprocesses related to soil degradation and pollution, thereduction of their effects and, in addition, research onthe phenomena which affect them. This objective canbe realised through modelling, laboratory and field ex-periments. On one hand, those basic processes andlaws that determine the quality and use of soil have tobe studied in this basic and introductory research. Onthe other hand, the processes in polluted and degradedsoil have to be studied as well. Efficient remediation,stabilisation and melioration methods have to be de-signed based on experimental results. Developmentand evaluation of applicable laboratory techniques areimportant fields. An important objective of the researchspecialisation in land use is to study land use planningnot only on arable land but also in other regions, in ac-cordance with international practices, the establish-ment of long-term land use and the handling of emer-ging conflicts. Within the specialisation related to landuse and arable land use, new tools (for example remote

sensing, environmental modelling, geographical infor-mation system modelling) have to be studied as well.These tools can increase the precision of research rela-ted to the protection of land productivity.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral, young or senior, researchers in the fields ofCurrent Plant and Soil Science in Agriculture andSoil, Plant and Environment Relationships for lessthan 6 months or for 1 year. Knowledge of English orGerman is essential.


4.1 Research Group for Bryology, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Eszterházy Károly College(Biológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Eszterházy Károly Fôiskola)

Contact:Professor Tamás PÓCSHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Bryology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of BotanyEszterházy Károly CollegeP. O. Box 222, H-3301 Eger, HUNGARY+36 36 520 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Taxonomy and biogeopgraphy of tropical bryophytegroups, such as Lejeuneaceae, Jubulaceae, Calympe-raceae and Daltoniaceae.The ecology of the desert like cryptogamic communi-ties on the loess cliffs.The structure, composition and functional ecology ofthe cryptobiotic crusts.Connection among epiphytic, lignicolous and terricolousplant and animal communities in tropical rain forests.

The Institute welcomes post-doctoral and young andsenior researchers in the field of Taxonomy, Biogeogra-phy and Ecology of Bryophytes for 1 year. Knowledgeof English (or in certain topics French) is necessary .

4.1 Research Group for Plant Virology, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Veszprém(Növényvirológiai Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor József HORVÁTHHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Plant Virology, Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment of Plant Pathology and VirologyUniversity of VeszprémDeák F. u. 16. / P. O. Box 71., H-8361 Keszthely,HUNGARY+36 83 312 [email protected]


Research, a Short Introduction:The main activities of the Plant Virology ResearchGroup are connected to the virus Epidemology of themain crop plants, host-virus relations, study of virusresistance, molecular and biological characterisationof viruses/isolates.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-doc-toral researchers in Plant Virology for less than6 months. Knowledge of English is necessary.


4.1 Research Group for Precision AgricultureMethods, Hungarian Academy of Sciencesand University of West Hungary(Mezôgazdasági Termékek Feldolgozása Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémiaés Nyugat-Magyarországi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Miklós NEMÉNYIAssociate Dean (Scientific Affairs)Research Group for Precision AgricultureMethods, Hungarian Academy of SciencesInstitute of Agricultural, Food and EnvironmentalEngineeringFaculty of Agricultural and Food SciencesUniversity of West HungaryVár u. 2., H-9200 Mosonmagyaróvár, HUNGARY+36 96 566 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Integration of plant protection and treatment pro-

cesses in precision (site-specific) agriculturen Microorganisms in the plant-soil systemsn Technical environment of site specific precision

plant productionn Economical aspects of plant production using preci-

sion agricultural methods.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and young post-doctoral or senior researchers in the fields of microor-ganisms in plant-soil systems, technical environmentof site specific precision plant production for 6 monthsor 1 year or more. Knowledge of English is essential.


4.1 Research Group for Land Use, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Debrecen(Földmûvelési Kutatócsoport, Magyar TudományosAkadémia és Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Professor János NAGYHead of Research GroupResearch Group for Land Use Research, Hungarian Academy of Sciences

Centre for Agricultural SciencesFaculty of AgricultureUniversity of DebrecenBöszörményi út 138., H-4032, Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 508 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Research focuses on the scientific approach of landcultivation and soil protection, and at the same timeinvestigates agroecological, biological and technologi-cal effects in a complex way. It also makes the compu-ter aimed modelling of natural and antopogen effectspossible, which is carried out by the utilisation of mea-surement data. The final results will improve the eco-nomic and ecological effectiveness of cultivationmethods, and they will ensure the interferences to beecologically friendly and sustainable at the same time.The other main purpose of the research is to establishscientifically rational land use methods in the NorthPlain Region of Hungary by the utilisation of GIS.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral young or senior researchers in Crop Production,land use, precision agriculture research fields for lessthan 6 months and 1 year. Knowledge of English isessential.

The Research Team would also like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

4.2 Ph.D. School for Animal Sciences, University of Veszprém(Állattenyésztési Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact: Professor Ferenc SZABÓDeanPh.D. School for Animal SciencesDepartment of Animal HusbandryUniversity of VeszprémDeák F. u. 16., H-8360 Keszthely, HUNGARY+36 83 312 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Main research fields:n Animal Production Based on Grazing,n Dairy and Beef Cattle Breeding,n Pig Breeding,n Poultry Sciences,n Aquaculture,n Game Farming,n Feeding Monogastric Farm Animals,n Production Physiology of Ruminants,n Applying Molecular Genetics in Animal Production.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-doctoralresearchers in the fields of Cattle Breeding, Pig Breed-ing, Poultry Sciences, Aquaculture and Game Farmingfor 6 months. Knowledge of English is necessary.



4.2 Ph.D. School for Veterinary Sciences, Szent István University(Állatorvostudományi Doktori Iskola, Szent István Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Péter RUDASHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Veterinary SciencesFaculty of Veterinary SciencesSzent István UniversityIstván u. 2., H-1078 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 478 [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Research activities are highly connected to those ofthe Faculty and cover, in co-operation with other rese-arch and diagnostic institutes, the whole territory ofveterinary medicine and zoology. Research issues pro-posed for doctoral education are announced yearly onthe home page of the School: http://tkk.tova.univet.hu/DI/Ph.D.tema-02-W.htmSome examples:Effect of short chain fatty acids, arachidonic acidmetabolites and polyphenols on the growth andapoptosis of gastrointestinal cells.Interrelations of whole-body insulin sensitivity, cir-culating levels of certain metabolic hormones, andovarian activity in dairy cows.Role of free radicals and lipoxygenases in the progno-sis of canine mammal and haemopoietic tumour pro-gressions.Investigations on some factors influencing the antio-xidant system in different animal species.Epidemiological, virological and immunological stu-dy of circoviral diseases of swine.Possibilities of inducing immune tolerance for pre-vention and therapy of diseases with allergic originin domestic animals.Dystrophin proteins in the central nervous system.Retinal (Muller) glial cells: cell-cell and cell-extracel-lular matrix interactions.Adaptation of new-born foals to extrauterine lifeObesity studies on rodent model.Population dynamics of DNA microsatellites in caninemodel.Gene diagnosis of diseases in canine model.Genetic basis of growth inhibition signalmechanimsand of some virulence characters of Salmonella.Genetics of selected antibiotic- and detergent resis-tance, and of some “virulence” characters of Sal-monella and pathogenic E. coli: possible geneticlinks?Comparative examination of the equine thoracolum-bar region by modern imaging methods. Possibletreatments.Examination of the developmental potential of em-bryo-derived stem cells by chimera analysis.Pathophysiology and therapy of canine acquired car-diac diseases.Environmental toxicity assessment of tetracyclineantibiotics.Thyroid hormone metabolism at the molecular levelrelated to animal production.

Investigations concerning the mode of action of someimportant nutriceuticals (Cr, carnitine).The role of the rumen in the feedstuff ’s supply of hostanimal.Evolutionary analysis of the interaction of brain andbehaviour.Environmental effects on invertebrate populations/communities.Effect of prostaglandin-synthesis inhibitors on theproliferation and apoptosis of different cell lines.Studies on the FcRn gene expression.Study of DNA of Mycoplasma strains of poultry origin.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students for stays of6 months and less or for 1 year and more. Knowledgeof English is necessary.


4.2 Ph.D. School for Veterinary Sciences, Szent István University(Állatorvostudományi Doktori Iskola, Szent István Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Péter RUDASHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Veterinary SciencesSzent István UniversityIstván u. 2., H-1078 Budapest, HUNGARY +36 1 478 [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Research is linked to that of the Faculty and covers, inco-operation with other research and diagnostic insti-tutes, the entire fields of veterinary medicine and zoo-logy. Research issues proposed for doctoral educationare announced yearly on the home page of the School:http://tkk.tova.univet.hu/DI/Ph.D.tema-02-W.htmExamples:Effect of Short Chain Fatty Acids, Arachidonic AcidMetabolites and Polyphenols on the Growth andApoptosis of Gastrointestinal CellsInterrelations of Whole-body Insulin Sensitivity, Cir-culating Levels of Certain Metabolic Hormones, andOvarian Activity in Dairy CowsRole of Free Radicals and Lipoxygenases in the Prog-nosis of Canine Mammal and Haemopoietic TumourProgressionsInvestigations on Some Factors Influencing the Anti-oxidant System in Different Animal SpeciesEpidemiological, Virological and Immunological Stu-dy of Circoviral Diseases in Swine.Possibilities of Inducing Immune Tolerance for thePrevention and Therapy of Diseases of Allergic Originin Domestic Animals.Dystrophin Proteins in the Central Nervous System.Retinal (Muller) Glial Cells: cell-cell and cell-extracel-lular matrix interactions.Adaptation of New-born Foals to Extrauterine LifeObesity Studies on Rodent Model


Population Dynamics of DNA Microsatellites in CanineModelGene Diagnosis of Diseases in Canine ModelGenetic Basis of Growth Inhibition Signalmechanimsand of Some Virulence Characters of SalmonellaGenetics of Selected Antibiotic and Detergent Resis-tance and of some “Virulence” Characters of Salmonel-la and Pathogenic E. coli: Possible Genetic Links?Comparative Examination of the Equine Thoracolum-bar Region using Modern Imaging Methods. PossibleTreatments.Examination of the Developmental Potential of Em-bryo-derived Stem Cells by Chimera Analysis.Pathophysiology and Therapy of Canine AcquiredCardiac DiseasesEnvironmental Toxicity Assessment of TetracyclineAntibioticsThyroid Hormone Metabolism at the Molecular LevelRelated to Animal Production,Investigations Concerning the Mode of Action of SomeImportant Nutriceuticals (Cr, carnitine)The Role of Rumen in the Foodstuff Supply of HostAnimalEvolutionary Analysis of the Interaction of Brain andBehaviourEnvironmental Effects on Invertebrate Populations/CommunitiesEffect of Prostaglandin-synthesis Inhibitors on theProliferation and Apoptosis of Different Cell LinesStudies on FcRn Gene ExpressionStudy of DNA of Mycoplasma Strains of PoultryOrigin

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students in the abovementioned research fields for up to several years.Knowledge of English is necessary.


4.3 Research Group for Animal Breeding, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Szent István University(Állattenyésztési és Tartástechnológiai Kutatócsoport,Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Szent IstvánEgyetem)

Contact:Professsor Endre SZÛCSResearch Group for Animal Breeding,Hungarian Academy of SciencesDepartment for Pig and Small Animal BreedingSzent István UniversityPáter Károly u. 1., H-2103 Gödöllô, HUNGARY+36 28 410 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Research Group was established on January 1st,1996. Based on international co-operation, the Group’smission is improve the level of animal production andhealth status by means of molecular genetics, functio-nal genomics and animal models, as well as in depthunderstanding of gene functions using cloning via ge-netic engineering. A seminal topic is the prevention ofpotential risk of biotechnology including decrease ofgenetic diversity. Further research includes aspects ofgenetic and environmental interactions from the pointof view of ecology, animal welfare and reproduction.Faunistical investigation provides further significantarea of gene reservation of endangered animal species. Research work includes: n improvement methods for transplantation of nuclei

cloning of zygotes for establishment of gene banksand deep freezing,

n estimation effects of major genes on muscle hypert-rophy,

n detection of stress resistance and adaptability inresponse to ecological factors such as heat load andcrowding as well as zoo-technological processes inrelation to product quality,

n faunistical recording of endangered fish species anddevelopment of methods for their reproduction anddifferentiation upon morphological traits.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young pre-orpost-doctoral researchers for stays of less than 6months and more than 1 year. Knowledge of Englishis necessary.




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and Business Administration5.2 Economics5.3 Law5.4 Sociology5.5 Political Science5.6 Multidisciplinary Social Sciences

5.1 Ph.D. School for Management and Business Administration, Budapest University of Economic Sciencesand Public Administration(Gazdálkodás- és Szervezéstudományi Doktori Iskola, Budapesti Közgazdaságtudományi és Államigazgatási Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Károly BALATONDirectorPh.D. School for Management and Business AdministrationFaculty of Business AdministrationBudapest University of Economic Sciences and PublicAdministrationFôvám tér 8., H-1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 218 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Basic and applied research in areas related to Busi-ness Administration. Decision Theory, Managementand Organisation, Marketing, Accounting, CorporateFinance, Environmental Management, InformationManagement and Services Management.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in the researchfields of Business Administration, Decision Theory,Operations Management, Management and Organi-sation, Corporate Finance, Marketing, Accountingand Environmental Management for 6 months or 1year. Knowledge of English or German is essential.

Faculty members would also like to participate in in-ternational Research and Development Projects.

5.1 Ph.D. School for Management and Business Administration: Enterprise Theory and Practice, University of Miskolc(Gazdálkodás- és Szervezéstudományok: Vállalkozáselméleti és Gyakorlati Doktori Iskola,Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor László TÓTHDeputy Head of Ph.D. School, Head of DepartmentPh.D. School for Management and Business Administration: Enterprise Theory and PracticeDepartment of International Comparative EconomicsUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+36 46 565 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Economic application of quantitative methodsn Business Economicsn Managementn Economics of the European Unionn International comparative investigations

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young pre- orpost-doctoral researchers in Economic application of

Quantitative Methods, Business Economics, Manage-ment, Economics of the European Union, Internatio-nal Comparative Investigations for 1 year. Knowledgeof English is necessary .


5.1 Ph.D. School for Management and Business Administration, University of Veszprém(Gazdálkodás- és Szervezéstudományi Doktori Iskola, Veszprémi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Iván MAJORHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Management and Business AdministrationUniversity of VeszprémEgyetem u. 10., H-8200 Veszprém, HUNGARY+36 88 422 022 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School of Business Economics conducts re-search in three main areas: Agricultural Economics,Management Sciences and Economics. You can findmore information about the School on its web-page, atwww.vein.hu/doktori/

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or post-docto-ral and young and senior researchers for 1 year.Knowledge of English or German is necessary.


5.1 Ph.D. School for Management and Business Administration, University of Kaposvár(Gazdálkodás- és Szervezéstudományok Doktori Iskola, Kaposvári Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Zoltán SZAKÁLYHabil. Assistant ProfessorPh.D. School for Management and Business Administration Faculty of Animal ScienceInstitute of Economics and OrganisationKaposvár UniversityGuba S. u. 40, H-7400 Kaposvár, HUNGARY +36 82 314 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:We deal with the resources of agricultural enterprises,the macro- and microeconomic problems of produc-tion. Most important fields are:n Economical Problems of Products of Animal Origin

and Their Role in Nutrition,n Marketing Research,n Region and Rural Development,n Regional Policy.

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The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre-andyoung post doctoral researchers in the fields of Econo-mical Problems of Animal Husbandry and Its Produc-tion; the Dairy and Meat Economy; Marketing; Re-gion and Rural Development for up to 6 months.Knowledge of English, German is necessary.


5.1 Ph.D. School for Management and Business Administration, Budapest University of Technology and Economics(Gazdálkodási- és Szervezéstudományi Doktori Iskola, Budapesti Mûszakiés Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. György KERÉKGYÁRTÓHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Management and Business Administration, Budapest University of Technology and EconomicsDepartment of EconomicsBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsSztoczek u. 2., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

The Institute welcomes post-doctoral and young andsenior researchers from 6 months to 1 year. Know-ledge of English is necessary.


5.2 Institute for World Economics, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Világgazdasági Kutatóintézet)

Contact:Ms. Éva NAGYManaging DirectorInstitute for World Economics, Hungarian Academy of SciencesOrszágház u. 30., H-1014 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 224 67 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Comprehensive assessment of the processes occur-

ring in the world economy.n Forecasting the changes and trends in the world eco-

nomy to be expected in the medium and long term.n Examining the enlarging and deepening processes in

the EU, especially in relation to Hungary’s accession.n Comparative study of the economic transformation

in the Central and Eastern European countries sincethe change of system.

n Monitoring the trends, industries, countries andgroups of countries decisive to the Hungarian eco-nomy.

n Analysis of the trends and the global and regionaldeterminants and factors in international competiti-veness.

n Examining the international competitiveness of theHungarian economy, exploring ways of increasing itthrough global, regional and bilateral co-operation,and devising economic-policy measures to enhance it.

The Institute would like to take part in internationalResearch and Development Projects.

5.2 Ph.D. School for Economics, University of Szeged(Közgazdaságtudományi Doktori Iskola, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. László GARAIHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School of EconomicsDepartment of Economic PsychologyUniversity of SzegedHonvéd tér 6., H-6722 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 54 44 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Graduate School is involved in Identity Econo-mics. The School deals with human resources (mentalphenomena turned into economic factors), while di-stinguishing between two types thereof: technical dis-positions of mastering attributes and social disposi-tions of mastering relations. Psycho-social identity is not referred to attributes(whether represented by psychological characteristicsof a person or sociological characteristics of his status)but to relations. Nor is the identity given by the latterin themselves but produced by their psycho-social ela-boration. The most powerful operation of these elaboration is so-cial categorisation. It is from early childhood on, me-diated by an unconscious process of semiosis in whichthe child’s diffuse vocal, motor, postural, vaso-motor orother somatic, as well as developing behavioural, ver-bal, intellectual and affective manifestations areshaped, as signifying factors that are attached to si-multaneously shaped social categories as their signi-fied factors so that similar identity factors should besymbolised by similar, and different ones by differentsymbols. In adults this mechanism is a powerful onefor diverting their economic behaviour from the ratio-nality norms of economic man: these behaviour’s actsare assigned a symbolic value and, thus, their destinyis strongly influenced by that of the social identity theysymbolise. At the same time, objects of economic beha-viour are allocated, according to a territorial mecha-nism, to one or another social category (regardless ofwhether this is represented by a large or small groupor just one person); possession enables owner(s) to and,respectively, disables others from well-defined econo-mic activities.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young post-doctoral or senior researchers in Economic Psycho-

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logy, Economic Sociology, Law and Economics re-search field for 6 months. Knowledge of English,French, Russian or Hungarian is essential.

The Ph.D. School would like to participate in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

5.2 Research Group for Complex Futures Studies, Hungarian Academy of Sciencesand Budapest University of EconomicSciences and Public Administration(Komplex Jövôkutatás Kutatócsoport, MagyarTudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszaki ésGazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Erzsébet NOVÁKY (and Ms. Bernadett SZÉL)Head of Research GroupResearch Group for Complex Futures Studies,Hungarian Academy of SciencesBudapest University of Economic Sciences and PublicAdministrationFôvám tér 8., H–1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 216 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: Distinguished fields of research:n Developing Theories in Futures Studies (future images

in philosophical theories; futures in economictheories; space and time in futures studies).

n Developing Methodologies and Methods in FuturesStudies (what and how can we foresee now; comple-xity in futures studies; evolutionary modelling andevolutionary models; scenario building; reliabilityof forecasts).

n Hungary Beyond Tomorrow (the frames for Hunga-rian futures; acceptable future alternative images;applied strategic planning; cultural roots and infor-mation society).

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in the fieldsof Futures Research, Futures Studies, Foresight, Sce-nario Building for stays of 6 months and less or 1 yearand more. Knowledge of English is necessary.


5.3 Institute for Legal Studies, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Jogtudományi Intézete)

Contact:Ms. Réka VÉGVÁRIResearcherInstitute for Legal Studies,Hungarian Academy of SciencesOrszágház u. 30., H-1014 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 355 [email protected], / [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Research at the Institute covers a wide range of legaltopics, including Administrative Law, Civil Law,Comparative Law, Constitutional Law, EuropeanLaw, International Public and Private Law, CriminalLaw, Philosophy of Law, Environmental Law. Themain fields of research are European Law and theHungarian legal system; currently issues concerningBusiness Law and Private Law; Environmental Law,rule of law and the Hungarian legal system; the Euro-pean system of protection of Human rights and funda-mental freedoms; and general questions pertaining tothe theory of the legal system.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in each field of theinstitute for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Eng-lish or German is essential.


5.3 Ph.D. School for Law, University of Pécs(Állam- és Jogtudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Ms. Zsuzsanna HORVÁTHSenior LecturerPh.D. School for LawInternational and European Law DepartmentUniversity of Pécs48-as tér 1., H-7623 Pécs, HUNGARY +36 72 211 433 ext. 3233, [email protected]

Research, a Short Introductionn Place and Role of Lawmaking Under the Rule of

Lawn Emergence and Operation of Local Governmentsn Legislationn The International Legal system of Space and Terri-

tory and the Environmental Protectionn Public Law Bases of the European Union and the

European Communitiesn The Development of International and European ci-

vil procedural lawn Legal and Non Legal Means of Fight Against Crimen Constitution-making, Constitutional Institutions

and the Protection of the Constitutionn Trends in the Development of Responsibility in Civil

Lawn Legal Informaticsn Criminological Aspects of Fight and Crime Preven-

tion n Economic Crime and Criminal Actsn Hungarian Labour Law in the Process of Approxi-

mation to the European Law

The Institute welcomes pre- and post-doctoral, youngand senior researchers in the above mentioned re-search fields for up to 6 months. Knowledge of Eng-lish, German or French is necessary.

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5.4 Minority Studies Institute,Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Etnikai-nemzetiKisebbségkutató Intézet)

Contact:Ms. Nóra KOVÁCSScientific SecretaryMinority Studies Institute,Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 694/121., H-1399 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 224 6700 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The main academic objective of the Institute is thestudy of the situation of ethnic minorities living inEast Central Europe. The Institute is also involvedin preparing alternatives for minority conflict ma-nagement in the region. Research carried out withinthe Institute focuses on the history and situation ofethnic minorities in Hungary and of Hungarianminority groups abroad. Special attention has beenpaid to the situation of the Roma in Hungary and allover Europe.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the Analy-sis of Ethnic Processes and Inter-ethnic Relations forless than 6 months. German and Knowledge of Eng-lish is necessary.


5.4 Ph.D. School for Sociology, Eötvös Loránd University(Szociológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Dénes NÉMEDI DirectorPh.D. School for SociologyInstitute of Sociology and Social PolicyEötvös Loránd UniversityPázmány Péter sétány 1/a, H-1117 Budapest,HUNGARY+36 1 3722 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The main areas of research at the Institute and thePh.D. School are: Problems of social stratificationand mobility; Cultural Sociology; Urban Sociology;Sociology of Communication; Discourse Analysis; So-ciology of Family; History of Sociology and SocialThought; Ethnic and Minority Studies; Methodologyof Social Research; Problems of Social Policy; Socio-logy of Health.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in the fields givenabove for 1 year. Knowledge of English is essential; ifpossible some knowledge of Hungarian.


5.4 Ph.D. School for Sociology, Budapest University of Economic Sciencesand Public Administration(Szociológiai Tudományi Doktori Iskola, BudapestiKözgazdaságtudományi és Államigazgatási Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. György LENGYELDirector of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for SociologyDepartment of Sociology and Social PolicyBudapest University of Economic Sciences and PublicAdministrationFôvám tér 8., H-1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 2175 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The major research profile is empirically establishedanalytic work in the following areas: Economic sociology (enterprise panel survey, enter-prise behaviour, economic elites, entrepreneurs), Indi-cators of information society, Subjective well-being,Uncertainty, risk and trust, Sociology of education,Sociology of drugs and deviant behaviour, Social ex-clusion, Gender and perception of success, Social per-ception of European integration, Civil society, localleaders and central elite.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young post-doctoral or senior researchers in Economic sociology(enterprise panel survey, enterprise behaviour, econo-mic elites, entrepreneurs), Indicators of informationsociety, Subjective well-being, Uncertainty, risk andtrust, Civil society, local leaders and central eliteresearch field for less than 6 months and 6 months,1 year and more. Knowledge English or Hungarian isessential.

Our Ph.D. School would also like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

5.5 Institute of Political Sciences, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia PolitikatudományiIntézete)

Contact:Mr. Balázs KISSDeputy DirectorInstitute of Political Sciences,Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 694/115, H–1399, Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 375 [email protected]

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Research, a Short Introduction:The Institute conducts theoretical, empirical andcomparative research primarily in the field of Politi-cal Science, and to a considerable extent in the fieldof related Social Sciences as well. The Institute’s ac-tivity is characterised by a marked inter- and multi-disciplinary approach. The Institute has establisheda broad domestic research network; it serves as acentre and a background institution for politicalscience research conducted at several locations inHungary. It participates in a number of internatio-nal projects together with other Hungarian institu-tions. The fellows of the Institute are involved inhigher education both at the graduate and postgra-duate levels.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, young pre- orpost-doctoral or senior researchers in any of the fieldscovered by our research, but particularly in the topicsof EU Enlargement, Globalisation, Parties, PoliticalSociology, Political Communications in two timeframes; for 6 months and less or for 1 year and more.Knowledge of English is essential.


5.5 Ph.D. School for Political Science, Budapest University of Economic Sciencesand Public Administration(Politikatudományi Doktori Iskola, BudapestiKözgazdaságtudományi és Államigazgatási Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Gabriella ILONSZKIPh.D. School for Political ScienceDepartment of Political ScienceBudapest University of Economic Sciences and PublicAdministrationFôvám tér 8., H-1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 2188 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Department of Political Science at the BudapestUniversity of Economic Sciences and Public Administ-ration Hungarian Academy of Sciences two major re-search areas: 1) the EU dimension, in which frameworknot only the EU environment and its potential impacton the Hungarian polity is investigated but also theHungarian institutional and public policy frameworkas a prerequisite for the EU entry are placed in the fo-cus. 2) the Hungarian and CEE institutions (first of allparliament and government) are examined.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or pre-doctoralresearchers in EU and the new entrants, CE andHungary: new political challenges research field forless than 6 months or more than 1 year. Knowledge ofEnglish is essential.

The Ph.D. School would like to participate in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

5.5 Research Group for “Together for Europe”, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and Budapest University of Economic Sciences and Public Administration(Együtt Európáért Kutatócsoport, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Budapesti Mûszakiés Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Attila ÁGHResearch Group for “Together for Europe”,(Political Science)Budapest University of Economic Sciences and PublicAdministrationFôvám tér 8., H-1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 218 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Together for Europe is a research group supported bythe Hungarian Academy of Sciences and attached tothe Political Science Department of the Budapest Uni-versity of Economic Sciences and Public Administra-tion. It conducts and organises research in the field ofinstitutional transformation in Hungary as an accom-modation to the EU in the process of accession and af-ter. The research group is participating in a large in-ternational project called “Organising for Europe” inthe Fifth Framework Program as well as in Hungari-an projects and Hungarian Academy of Sciencesmatching funds for this research. Together for Europeis closely affiliated with the political science Ph.D.program of the Political Science Department led byProfessor Attila ÁGH and organised by AssociateProfessor Gabriella ILONSZKI.

The Institute welcomes researchers in the field of EUaccession and institutional reforms for more than1 year. Knowledge of English is essential.


5.6 West-Hungarian Research Institute, Regional Studies Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Nyugat-Magyarországi Tudományos Intézet, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Regionális Kutatások Központja)

Contact:Professor János RECHNITZERDirectorWest-Hungarian Research InstituteRegional Studies Centre, Hungarian Academy of SciencesLiszt Ferenc u. 8., 9022 Gyôr, HUNGARY+36 96 516 [email protected]://www.rkk.hu/nyuti

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Research, a Short Introduction:The institute was founded in 1986 as an organisatio-nal unit of HAS. Currently the institute employs 14 re-searchers and 4 administrative employees and main-tains an office in Székesfehérvár.n Research topics within the regional science include

the institution and instrument system of regionalpolicy and their applications. We have sound know-ledge on the planning and programming systems ofregions, microregions and settlements.

n The second segment of the research is the analysis ofcross-border regional co-operations concerning thewhole country. In the frame of this programme weexamine the connections of different actors, the in-stitution system, the development effects of plannedand implemented programmes.

n The third element of our research is the analysis ofthe factors affecting regional development. Becauseof the political, economic transition new regionalproblems appeared, the analysis of these factors,compered with international (mainly EuropeanUnion) experiences, gives useful information to theleaders of regional policy, and to the formation of re-gional science.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-docto-ral researchers in the fields of Transformation Theory,Regional Co-operations, Analysis and Modelling ofRegional Economic Structure, Spatial Planning for 6months and less. English or German language know-ledge is necessary for the research work.


5.6 Transdanubian Research Institute,the Centre for Regional Studies, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Regionális KutatásokKözpontjának Dunántúli Tudományos Intézete)

Contact:Mr. Zoltán HAJDÚScientific AdviserTransdanubian Research Institute Centre for Regional Studies, Hungarian Academy of SciencesP. O. Box 199, H-7601 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 212 [email protected]://www.dti.rkk.hu

Research, a Short Introduction:n Regional Developmentn Regional Administrationn Regional Environment Protection

The Institute welcomes young post-doctoral resear-chers in the fields of regional Policy and Regional De-velopment for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Eng-lish is essential.


5.6 Centre for Regional Studies, Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Regionális Kutatások Központja)

Contact:Ms. Györgyi BARTADirectorCentre for Regional Studies, Hungarian Academy of SciencesBudapest Department Central and North Hungarian InstituteÚri u. 49., H-1014 Budapest, HUNGARY P. O. Box 527., H-1538 Budapest 114., HUNGARY+36 1 212 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Economic and Industrial Geography (Regional

changes of the industry in the socialist and the mar-ket systems in Hungary; Brownfield development inBudapest)

n Enterprise Geography (Clusters in Hungarianindustry)

n Historical and Settlement Geography (Transforma-tion of the urban settlement system in Hungary;Budapest in the European city system,

n Regional Geography (Regions in Hungary)

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fields ofEconomy, Geography, Sociology for less than 6 months.Knowledge of Hungarian, English or German languageis necessary for the research work.


5.6 ATELIER Hungarian-French Centre of Social Sciences(ATELIER Magyar-Francia TársadalomtudományiKözpont)

Contact:Mr. György GRANASZTÓIDirector, Ph.D. Program of HistoryATELIER Hungarian-French Centre of Social SciencesATELIER The School of French Social History, History, Social SciencesMúzeum krt. 6–8., H-1088 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 485 52 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:Social Sciences in Europe and in Hungary : n History; theory; methods; schools; the tradition of

Annals; interdisciplinary; actual development;microhistory, historical anthropology

n Concept of measuring in Social Sciencesn Concept of territory in Social Sciencesn Concept of time in Social Sciences

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- and postdoctoral, as well as young and senior researchers in

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the fields of History, Theories, Methods of SocialSciences, the Tradition of Annals, Microhistory Con-cept of Measuring, Territory and Time in Social Scien-ces for up to several years. Knowledge of French orHungarian is necessary.


5.6 Regional Policy and Economics Multidisciplinary Ph.D. School for Humanities,University of Pécs(Regionális Politika és Gazdaságtan Multidiszciplináris Társadalomtudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Attila BUDAY-SÁNTHAHead of DepartmentRegional Policy and Economics MultidisciplinaryPh.D. School for HumanitiesDepartment of Agricultural Economics, Environmen-tal Management and Regional PolicyFaculty of Business and EconomicsUniversity of PécsRákóczi u. 80., H-7622 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 211 960, +36 72 211 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School focus its attention on three mainfields. The Development of Agricultural Policy and Ma-nagement is continuously monitored both at Hungari-an and international levels. Researchers at the Schoolhave been dealing with the issues of Environmental Po-licy and Management, placing a special emphasis onthe environmental problems related to agriculture andthe protection of the water quality of the Lake Balatonfor two decades. In collaboration with the Centre for Re-gional Studies of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences,the Department has conducted comprehensive studiesconcerning all issues of regional.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre-doctoraland senior researchers in the fields of Regional Policyand Economics, Environmental Policy and Econo-mics, Rural Policy, Agricultural Policy for 6 monthsand less. Knowledge of English is necessary.


5.6 Ph.D. School for Multidisciplinary Social Sciences, University of Debrecen(Multidiszciplináris Társadalomtudományi DoktoriIskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gábor SZABÓDirectorPh.D. School for Multidisciplinary SocialSciencesUniversity of DebrecenBöszörményi út 138., H-4032 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 508 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Farm managementn Agricultural Economics and Policy n Rural Developmentn Environmental Economics and Policyn Marketingn Business Administration

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students or senior re-searchers in the research fields of Farm Management,Environmental Economics and Policy for less than6 months. Knowledge of English, German or Frenchis necessary.


5.6 Ph.D. School for Multidisciplinary Social Sciences: International Relations,Budapest University of Economic Sciencesand Public Administration(Multidiszciplináris Társadalomtudományok:Nemzetközi Kapcsolatok Doktori Iskola, BudapestiKözgazdaságtudományi és Államigazgatási Egyetem)

Contact: Professor András BLAHÓDirector of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Multidisciplinary Social Sciences: International RelationsDepartment of World EconomyBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsFôvám tér 8., H-1093 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 218 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Integration Maturityn Global Issuesn Economic Policies and the EMU

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- orpost-doctoral young and senior researchers in thefields of Integration of CEEs and Economic Policies inthe EU for up to 6 months. Knowledge of English isnecessary.


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humanities6.1 History6.2 Literary Studies6.3 Linguistics6.4 Education and Sport6.5 Psychology6.6 Ethnography and Cultural

Anthropology6.7 History of Art and Civilization6.8 Multidisciplinary Humanities

6.1 Institute of History, Hungarian Academy of Science(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia TörténettudományiIntézete)

Contact:Mr. Attila PÓKDeputy DirectorInstitute of History, Hungarian Academyof SciencesP. O. Box, 9., H-1250 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 224 [email protected]://www.tti.hu

Research, a Short Introduction:Publication of major sources of Hungarian History,editing and publishing manuals, monographs, collec-tions of studies and reviews on Hungarian and Euro-pean History, organising historical research projects,organising conferences, congresses, popularisation ofthe results of historical research.

The Institute welcomes young post-doctoral or seniorresearchers in any aspect of Hungarian Historydating from the early Middle Ages to contemporaryHistory. We cannot employ researchers on a tempora-ry basis, however, do offer academic advice for anyperiod of time. Depending on the extent of researchknowledge of Hungarian and/or German and Latin isessential.


6.1 Ph.D. School for History, University of Debrecen(Történelemtudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Attila BÁRÁNYLecturer Ph.D. School for HistoryDepartment of HistoryFaculty of Arts and HumanitiesUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1.,/ P. O. Box 48., H-4010 Debrecen,HUNGARY+36 52 316 666 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:East-Central European, particularly Hungarian His-tory. Economic, Social and Cultural-intellectual Deve-lopment and Problems of the Middle, Early Modernand Modern Ages, Regional and Ethnic Conscious-ness in the Carpathian Basin and, Inter-ethnic Rela-tions and Multiculturalism in East-Central Europe.

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- andpost-doctoral young and senior researchers in the abovementioned research fields for up to one academic year.Knowledge of English or German is necessary.


6.1 Ph.D. School for History, Pázmány Péter Catholic University(Történelemtudományi Doktori Iskola, Pázmány Péter Katolikus Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Máte BOTOSDirector, Department for Doctoral AffairsPh.D. School for HistoryDepartment of HistoryFaculty of ArtsPázmány Péter UniversityEgyetem u. 1., H-2087 Piliscsaba, HUNGARY+36 26 375 375 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Ph.D. School contains 6 workshops, containingemphasised research areas as follows:n History of Antiquity, concentrating on the History of

the Near- and Middle East,n History of the Middle Ages, dealing with the Medie-

val History of Hungary and Central Europe,n History of Ideas, dealing with the History of Modern

Ideas and the History of Religions,n History of Civilisation, focusing on the History of

Civilisation and Culture in Hungary during 16th –17th and 18th century,

n History of Politics, dealing with the History of Politicsof Hungary and Central Europe in the 20th century,

n History of Economy, emphasising the Hungarianand Central European History of Economy in the20th century.

The Ph.D. School welcomes post-doctoral young andsenior researchers in Medieval History, Modern andContemporary European Economic History, Modernand Contemporary Central European History re-search fields for 6 months. Knowledge of English orGerman is necessary.


6.2 Ph.D. School for Literary Sciences, University of Miskolc(Irodalomtudományi Doktori Iskola, Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Lóránt KABDEBÓHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for Literary SciencesFaculty of ArtsUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+36 46 565 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School of the Literary Sciences has threedoctoral programs (Textology 1995, The Historicaland Theoretical Models of Modern Hungarian Litera-ture 1996, The Historical and Theoretical Connectionsof Politics and Literature 1999). Full-time and corres-pondence Ph.D. students carry out research in thesethree fields. Their results are continuously publishedin Hungarian and international forums, and some of

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them have already defended their Ph.D. dissertations.

The Institute welcomes post-doctoral and young andsenior researchers in Textology, Literary Sciences, Po-litical Sciences research fields for less than 6 months.Knowledge of English is necessary.


6.2 Ph.D. School for Literary Studies, University of Debrecen(Irodalomtudományi Doktori Iskola, Debreceni Egyetem)

Contact:Ms. Erika KISSProgramme Co-ordinatorPh.D. School for Literary StudiesFaculty of ArtsUniversity of DebrecenEgyetem tér 1., H-4032 Debrecen, HUNGARY+36 52 512-900 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThe Ph.D. School has 3 programmes:n Hungarian and Comparative Literary Studiesn British and North American Studiesn French Literary StudiesA. Literary Configurations in multiculturalregionsn the possibilities of Hungarian literature outside of

Hungary; its genres, types of text, its relations; vari-ations of representing identity

n literary consciousness, self definition, regional andnational identity in German speaking regions(Austrian, Swiss and German versions)

n special forms of multiculturalism in British andNorth American literature (postcolonialism, cultu-ral studies, multidisciplinary, the co-existence ofEnglish and French culture in Canadian literature)

n the cultural relevance of modern literary studies (in-tertextuality, French post-modern movements, dra-ma theories, Russian formalism)

B. History of rhetoric, textologyn the principles and practice of organising texts in

early and later modern times (handbooks of rhetoricin Hungary in the Renaissance and Baroque age,confessionalism and rhetoric, the rhetorical manife-stations of identity in the literatures of the Carpa-thian Basin)

n the application of contemporary theories interpreta-tions (hermeneutics, narratology, psychoanalysis,etc.) in reading literary texts

C. Theories of the noveln the theoretical questions of narrative identityn the medieval novel in French literaturen the genres of the modern novel, its links with other

forms (diary, travelogues, epistles, etc.)n space, fictional space, the dimensions of cultural

impact

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- orpost-doctoral young and senior researchers in Ameri-can Studies, British Studies, Canadian Studies, Com-parative Literature, French Literary Studies, Ger-man Literary Studies, Hungarian Literary Studies,

Irish Studies, Polish Literary Studies, Russian Lite-rary Studies for 6 months and less or 1 year and mo-re. Depending on the field knowledge of English,French, German, Polish or Russian necessary.


6.2 Ph.D. School for Literary Studies, University of Pécs(Irodalomtudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Gábor KISSPh.D. StudentPh.D. School for Literary StudiesDepartment of Modern Literatures and Literary TheoryFaculty of ArtsUniversity of PécsIfjúság u. 6., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 501 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School of Literary Studies is not organisedaround the traditional branches of literary studies,but its structure follows an interdisciplinary logic(comprised of narratology, philosophy, aesthetics, stu-dies of the visual arts, the study of drama, culturalanthropology, etc.)

Parallel projects run by staff and Ph.D. students con-stitute the different workshops that deal with the vari-ous fields of study. These are as follows:n the representation of the past and its genres: litera-

ry, historical and cultural memoriesn the interdisciplinary, cultural and historical anth-

ropological approaches to the cityn cultural and regional identities

The Institute welcomes post-doctoral young resear-chers in the knowledge based society and solidarityresearch fields for less than 6 months. Knowledge ofEuropean languages is necessary .


6.2 Research Group for Textology, Szabó Lôrinc Research Centre, Hungarian Academy of Sciences and University of Miskolc(Textológiai Kutatócsoport, Szabó Lôrinc Kutatóközpont, Magyar Tudományos Akadémia és Miskolci Egyetem)

Contact:Professor Lóránt KABDEBÓHead of the Research CentreResearch Group for TextologySzabó Lôrinc Research CentreFaculty of ArtsUniversity of MiskolcH-3515 Miskolc-Egyetemváros, HUNGARY+46 565 [email protected]

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Research, a Short Introduction: The primary purpose of the Szabó Lôrinc ResearchCentre is to introduce the poet to the canon of Hunga-rian and World literature. The national value of Szabó’spoetry, his international comparability and his classi-cal poetical achievements make him one of the mostimportant Hungarian classics. Another chief aim ofthe Research Centre is to collect and analyse theentirety of his oeuvre (text edition, biography, completebibliography).The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in LiterarySciences for less than 6 months. Knowledge of Eng-lish is necessary.The Research Group would also like to take part ininternational Research and Development Projects.

6.3 Research Institute for Linguistics,the Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia NyelvtudományiIntézete)

Contact:Ms. Rozália DEMETERInstitute SecretaryResearch Institute for Linguistics,Hungarian Academy of Sciences Benczúr utca 33., H-1068 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 3214 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Institute specialises in research in the followingbranches of Linguistics: Sociolinguistics, Finno-UgricLinguistics, Phonetics, Corpus Linguistics, (Computa-tional) Lexicology and Lexicography, Neurolinguistics,Historical Linguistics, and Theoretical Linguistics, inparticular Phonology (Government Phonology, Opti-mality Theory), Syntax (the Minimalist Framework,LFG, Construction Grammar), and Semantics.The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral or senior researchers in the fields of So-ciolinguistics, Finno-Ugric Linguistics, Phonetics,Corpus Linguistics, (Computational) Lexicology andLexicography, Neurolinguistics, Historical Lingui-stics, and Theoretical Linguistics, in Particular Pho-nology, Syntax, and Semantics for 6 months, 1 year ormore. Knowledge of Hungarian, English, German orFrench language is essential.The Institute would also like to participate in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.3 Ph.D. School for Linguistics, Eötvös Loránd University(Nyelvtudományi Doktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Ms. Mária GÓSYHead of Department of PhoneticsPh.D. School for LinguisticsDepartment of PhoneticsEötvös Loránd UniversityMúzeum krt. 4/A, H–1088 Budapest, [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Linguistics Doctorate School has several Pro-grammes: Slavic, Germanic, Uralian, Romanic, Hun-garian, and Chinese studies

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre-andpost doctoral young and senior researchers in the abovementioned research fields for less than 6 months.Knowledge of English, German, French or Russian,depending on the research field, is necessary.The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.3 Ph.D. School for Linguistics, University of Szeged(Nyelvtudományi Doktori Iskola, Szegedi Tudományegyetem)Contact:Mr. János TAJTIAdministrative AssistantPh.D. School for LinguisticsUniversity of SzegedEgyetem utca 2., H-6722 Szeged, HUNGARY+36 62 544 [email protected], a Short Introduction:Research and teaching programs of the school includeTheoretical, Applied, Descriptive and Historical Lin-guistics, as well as Hungarian, English, French, Ger-man, Russian and Slavic Linguistics, in addition toAltaic Studies. Research methods and schools repre-sent a range from Generative Grammar to Nontrans-formational Grammar, Formal Semantics, Govern-ment Phonology, Sociolinguistics, Gender Linguistics,Lexicology and Lexicography, Computational Linguis-tics, Valenzentheorie, etc.The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, young post-doctoral or senior researchers in the field of linguisticsresearch for 6 months or 1 year. Knowledge of one ofthe following: English, French, German, Russian(depending on research area/interest) is essential.Our Ph.D. School would like to participate in interna-tional Research and Development Projects.

6.4 Ph.D. School for Educational Scienceand Sport, Eötvös Loránd University(Nevelés- és Sporttudományi Doktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)Contact:Ms. Éva SZÉCHYSenior Scientific ResearcherPh.D. School for Educational Science and SportInstitute of EducationEötvös Loránd UniversityAjtósi Dürer sor 19-21, H-1146 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 460 [email protected], a Short Introduction:Theory of Teaching, Methodology of Educational Re-search, Interdisciplinarity in Educational Theory, Com-parative Education, Pedagogy of Higher Education.The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students in the fields ofComparative Education, Pedagogy of Higher Educa-

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tion for 6 month. Knowledge of English or German isnecessary .


6.5 Research Institute of Psychology,Hungarian Academy of Sciences(Magyar Tudományos Akadémia Pszichológiai Intézete)

Contact:Mr. Ferenc ERÔSDeputy DirectorResearch Institute of Psychology of Hungarian Academy of SciencesVictor Hugo u. 18-22., H-1132 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 239 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Institute conducts research in the field of Psycho-physiology, General Psychology, Social and Develop-mental Psychology. Presently, special research prog-rams are running – mostly in the form of internationalCupertino in such areas as the Psychophysiology ofperception and attention processes, Cognitive develop-ment of the infant, the Social Psychology of prejudice,social representation of History, the problem of narra-tive identity, the cross-cultural study of competition,and Decision Making Theory.The senior researchers of the Institute play leadingroles in the Hungarian Ph.D. education at variousuniversities. The Institute itself ensures research pos-sibilities and facilities for Ph.D. students, young re-searchers and postdoctoral fellows.The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students and youngpost-doctoral researchers in the fields of GeneralPsychology, Psychophysiology, Cognitive Develop-mental Psychology, Social Psychology, Cross-culturalPsychology, Decision Making Theory for 1 year.Knowledge of English is essential.The Research Group would also like to participate ininternational Research and Development Projects.

6.5 Ph.D. School for Psychology, University of Pécs(Pszichológiai Tudományok Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor János LÁSZLÓHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for PsychologyInstitute of PsychologyUniversity of PécsIfjúság u. 6., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 501 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:The Ph.D. School offers four programmes:n Social Psychology (Social representations, narrative

approaches to social psychology)n Personality Psychology (Cultural approaches, early

personality development)n Theoretical Psychoanalysis (Budapest School, cul-

tural theories)

n Applied Psychology (organisational, educational,physical education and sport)

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students and pre-doctoral researchers in the fields of DevelopmentalPsychology, Evolutionary Psychology, Social Repre-sentation, Narrative Psychology, Personality Psycho-logy, Psychoanalysis for 6 month or 1 year. Knowledgeof English is necessary.The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.6 Ph.D. School for Hungarian and ComparativeFolklore, Eötvös Loránd University(Néprajz és Kulturális Antropológiai TudományokDoktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Vilmos VOIGTChairPh.D. School for Hungarian and ComparativeFolkloreFaculty of ArtsEötvös Loránd UniversityVIII. Múzeum krt. 6-8., H-1088 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 485 [email protected], a Short Introduction: The Ph.D. School of Folklore teaches and researchesHungarian and comparative folklore, both for under-graduate and graduate students.The School has published university handbooks andscholarly works.The Institute welcomes pre-doctoral researchers inthe fields of Hungarian and Comparative Folklore,Comparative Religion, Semiotics for stays of 6months and less or 1 year and more. Knowledge of va-rious languages, including Hungarian is necessary .The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.6 Ph.D. School for Ethnography-EuropeanEthnology, Eötvös Loránd University(Néprajz és Kulturális Antropológiai TudományokDoktori Iskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Mr. Tamás MOHAY/ Mr. Gyula KOCSISHead of Department/ Senior LecturerPh.D. School for Ethnography-EuropeanEthnology

Department of EthnographyEötvös Loránd UniversityMúzeum krt. 6-8., H-1088 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 267 09 66 ext. 5202 and [email protected], [email protected]

Research, a Short IntroductionThis doctoral programme intends to further infiltratethe modern concerns and research methods of Europe-an Ethnology in Hungary. The courses survey pastand present ethnological (anthropological) trends inGermany, Britain, France, and Scandinavia, histori-cal periods, theories and grand personalities of thisbranch of science. The programme consists of threemajor blocks:

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n levels of social organisation, local communities,families, households and the individual in society(life histories, social networks);

n the historical study of popular culture in Europeanethnology, its sources, methods and results (eras, pe-riods, turning points, historical vertical and crosssections);

n ecological interpretations, atlases, maps, and thepossibilities of the cartographic method; folk culturein space, cultural borders, areas, zones, regions, andethnic groups.

The majority of the research projects are related to thearea of the former Hungary, the Carpathian basin,and Central Europe, priority is given to fieldwork inthese areas. As far as topics are concerned priority isgiven to projects that examine historical forms, regio-nal and local variations of material culture and tradi-tional society, in villages and other rural settlements.Besides projects with a historical approach, doctoraltheses describing and analysing contemporary socialand cultural processes are also welcome. If there areapplicants to study the ethnic traditions of variousethnic groups in Hungary or other – mainly European– peoples, their research topic can also be fitted in withthe research topics of the staff hereto annexed.The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- orpost-doctoral young and senior researchers for 6months or 1 year. Knowledge of English or German isnecessary.The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.7 Ph.D. School for History of Art, Eötvös Loránd University(Mûvészeti és Mûvelôdéstörténeti Tudományi DoktoriIskola, Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem)Contact:Ms. Krisztina PASSUTHHead of Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. School for History of ArtDepartment of History of Art Faculty of ArtsEötvös Loránd UniversityMúzeum krt. 6-8., H-1088 Budapest, HUNGARY +36 1 266 7957E-mail: [email protected], a Short Introduction:n Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque ars Modern

Art (19th-20th centuries)n Contemporary Artn Art Theory, KonographyThe Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students in the fieldof 20th century European Art for less than 6 months.Knowledge of English, French or Hungarian is neces-sary.The Ph.D. School would also like to take part in inter-national Research and Development Projects.

6.8 Ph.D. Programme of Ethnology–CulturalAnthropology, Multidisciplinary Ph.D. Schoolfor Humanities, University of Pécs(Néprajz és Kulturális Antropológia Program, Multidiszciplináris Bölcsészettudományi Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Professor Eszter KISBÁNHead of Multidisciplinary Ph.D. SchoolPh.D. Programme of Ethnology–CulturalAnthropologyMultidisciplinary Ph.D. School for HumanitiesDepartment of EthnologyUniversity of PécsDepartment of EthnologyRókus u. 2., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+36 72 310 055 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: European Ethnology, Hungarian and European Folk-lore, Cultural Anthropology, Finno-Ugric Studies.

The Institute welcomes Ph.D. students, pre- or post-doctoral and young and senior researchers in thefields of European Ethnology, Hungarian and Euro-pean Folklore, Cultural Anthropology, Finno-UgricStudies for stays of 6 months and less or 1 year andmore. Knowledge of English, German, French orRussian is necessary.


6.8 Ph.D. School for Multidisciplinary Humanities: History of Science, Technologyand Engineering, Budapest Universityof Technology and Economics(Multidiszciplináris Bölcsészettudományi DoktoriIskola: Technika-, Mérnök- és Tudománytörténet,Budapesti Mûszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem)

Contact:Mr. Tihamér MARGITAYAssociate professorPh.D. School for Multidisciplinary Humanities:History of Science, Technology and EngineeringDepartment of Philosophy and History of ScienceBudapest University of Technology and EconomicsStoczek u. 2-4., H-1111 Budapest, HUNGARY+36 1 463 [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction:n Social History of Science, the 17th c. Birth of Early

Modern Science.n History of Scientific Methodology The Birth and De-

velopment of Quantification, Measurement, Experi-mentation, Confirmation and Falsification in theNatural Sciences.

n Philosophy of Science and Technology in the 20th

Century.n History of Industry and Engineering in 19th and

20th c. Hungary. n Science Policy and Innovation Management in

Hungary and in the EU.

The Ph.D. School welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoral, young and senior researchers in the fields ofHistory and Philosophy of Science and Technology forless than 6 months or for 1 academic year. Knowledgeof English or Hungarian is necessary.


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arts7.1 Fine Arts

7.1 Master’s School of Fine Arts, University of Pécs(Képzômûvészeti Doktori Iskola, Pécsi Tudományegyetem)

Contact:Ms. Ágnes BERZYCo-ordinatorMaster’s School of Fine ArtsFaculty of Music and Visual ArtsUniversity of PécsDamjanich u. 30., H-7624 Pécs, HUNGARY+ 36 72 251 444 ext. [email protected]

Research, a Short Introduction: n Painting Programme: oil-, acril- and table-picture

painting, techniques of monumental wall-paintingn Sculpture Programme I.: Stone Sculpture

n Sculpture Programme II.: Bronze and Metal Sculp-ture

n Sculpture Programme III.: Ceramic SculptureThe DLA programme provides the chance for the fur-ther education of those outstandingly talented youngartists, who, after having completed their undergra-duate studies, show the qualities of an individual cre-ative artists and in the case of whom a continuous andemphasizingly supported, professional further deve-lopment is needed.

The Master’s School welcomes Ph.D. students, post-doctoral young or senior researchers in the fields ofContemporary Fine Arts (Painting and Sculpture)and History of Art for stays of 6 months and less or1 year. Knowledge of English is necessary.

The Master’s School would also like to take part in in-ternational Research and Development Projects.

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