With the incorporation of 11 new doctoral researchers, the TOUCH programme continues to consolidate its mission of training the next generation of experts in mental health through an intersectoral and transdisciplinary framework. This second cohort further strengthens the programme’s international dimension and reinforces its commitment to fostering innovative, collaborative, and socially impactful research across academic […]
The first TOUCH workshop will take place from 21 to 24 July 2025 at the Sala Polivalent in the Eureka building at the Parc de Recerca UAB (PRUAB) on the UAB campus. The workshop will welcome the first group of PhD students,providing them with an opportunity to present their research projects, develop collaborative networks, and […]
The Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has officially welcomed the first cohort of PhD students under the TOUCh (Towards the next generation of excellent young doctoral researchers on mental health by developing an intersectoral & transdisciplinary approach) program, a European initiative focused on mental health and well-being. This first call has brought in 13 PhD […]
The second call of the TOUCH MSCA-COFUND doctoral training programme offers 11 doctoral positions. The application period is from 1 February to 31 March. The programme involves several university departments, the CORE in Mental Health and seven UAB Sphere institutions: Centre for Demographic Studies, Centre for Mathematical Research, Computer Vision Centre, Health and Ageing Foundation, […]
On 10 February 2025, the TOUCH Programme will host its second Info Day, a virtual event tailored for potential doctoral candidates. The session aims to showcase the diverse opportunities within the TOUCH doctoral programme, offering in-depth information about the second call for applications, open from 1 February to 31 March. The event kicks off at 10:00 h CEST and […]
The TOUCH MSCA-COFUND doctoral training programme, led by UAB and focusing on the field of mental health, has opened its first call for applications, offering 13 doctoral positions. The deadline for applications is 30 June. With a total budget of €4,838,400, TOUCH (Towards the generation of excellent young doctoral researchers in inter-sectoral & transdisciplinary approach) […]