How can I stay informed about all of Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera's programs to boost scientific vocations?
On one hand, by checking our website, where you'll find all the information you need.
On the other hand, you can follow us on Instagram: @fclp_ciencia, or sign up for our newsletter.
In any case, if you have more specific questions, you can contact us at ciencia@fclp.cat
Can I participate in more than one of Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera's programs?
Yes. Participating in any of the Foundation's programs doesn't reduce your chances of participating in another, since they are independent programs. You can check calendar compatibility on each program's page.
I'm an organization / research center / school, what collaboration opportunities are there?
Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera collaborates with various national and international institutions. If you work at a research center, hospital, or university and are interested in collaborating with us, you can contact us at ciencia@fclp.cat for specific inquiries and/or collaboration proposals.
In addition, collaboration with schools and secondary schools is very important, as it helps us raise awareness of the programs to boost scientific vocations, as well as identify different talents. We run the Ambaixadors de la Ciència (Science Ambassadors) program to bring young scientific role models into classrooms. You can contact us at fellows@fcatalunyalapedrera.com for more information.
What is the Science Fellows Community and what are the benefits of being part of it?
The Science Fellows Community of Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera is a network that brings together and connects people who have taken part in the Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera's programs to boost scientific vocations.
Joining the Science Fellows Community is free; the only requirement is having participated in one of Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera's programs to boost scientific vocations. And it's all upside:
- The community's goal is to facilitate interaction, contact, and collaboration among Fellows: talented young people with a strong interest in science, technology, and research who share a passion for discovery.
- The Science Fellows Community promotes ongoing training, mentorship, and shared opportunities and projects among people from different fields of science and at different stages of their academic and professional careers, whether within the community or in collaboration with the Foundation, as well as this group's active involvement and support in activities carried out by the Foundation.
- It also serves as a platform to share the Fellows' passion for science with our society.
Are there scholarships and grants to participate in the programs to boost scientific vocations?
Yes, fee reductions are offered to make it easier for selected students to participate. So that the fee to be paid is not a barrier to any student's participation, if you are studying in Catalonia and have been selected for one of these programs, you can submit your application, keeping your place reserved, without having to make any payment until the request is resolved.
If you're interested in the programs to boost scientific vocations and you fit the proposed profiles, don't hesitate. Submit your application to take part, regardless of your financial situation.
Will participating in one of the science programs help me on a curricular level?
Yes! Participating in the Science Programs of Fundació Catalunya La Pedrera will let you discover cutting-edge science, medicine, and the diversity of research lines within the scientific discipline that interests you, guided by professional researchers and through hands-on activities in a real-world setting.
It will also let you experience the day-to-day of scientific and medical professions, develop knowledge and skills, inspire and guide your academic and professional future, and share the experience with role models and peers with similar interests.
Are the Science Programs in English?
Most of the programs are in Catalan and English. Even so, there are international programs like BIYSC, which is entirely in English. In any case, you can check the language of the sessions in each program.
