HetSys CDT Hosts 2025 Annual Conference and Cohort 2 Graduation
This years Annual Conference took place from the 9th - 11th July at the University of Warwick. The three-day event brought together students, researchers, alumni, and partners for a programme of keynote lectures, research presentations, and community engagement.
The conference featured keynote addresses from Professor J. Nathan Kutz and Dr. Natalia Martsinovich, whose talks stimulated in-depth discussions and set a high standard for the event. PhD students from all stages of the programme delivered research presentations showcasing both the quality of their work and their growing confidence as communicators, aided by recent presentation and interview skills training.
An alumni-led panel on Life after the PhD provided valuable insights into career pathways and underscored the strength of the HetSys network beyond graduation. The event also offered an opportunity to welcome incoming Cohort 7 students into the community.
Awards were presented to recognise outstanding contributions:
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Best 3D Model Submission – Chantal Baer
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Best Cohort 5 Presentation – Minerva Schuler
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Best Poster Submission – Philip Jones
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Best Cohort 4 Presentation – Fraser Birks
The conference concluded with an afternoon tea celebrating the achievements of Cohort 2 graduates, reflecting on their four years of contributions to the Centre. The celebrations continued on 14 July at the official graduation ceremony, where friends, family, and colleagues gathered to mark this significant milestone.
HetSys CDT extends thanks to its External Advisory Board, alumni, supervisors, and all attendees for their contributions to the success of the 2025 Annual Conference, and congratulates all award winners and graduates on their achievements.