What is Petrus?  

PETRUS III is a project granted by European Commission within the Euratom program (7th Framework Program), whose objective is to promote Education and Training (E&T) in geological disposal of radioactive waste.   Since 2005 “PETRUS” initiative coordinates universities, radioactive waste management organisations, training providers and research institutes efforts to develop cooperative approach to E&T in the geological disposal. PETRUS proposes an innovative strategy to ensure the continuation, renewal and improvement of the professional skills by sharing resources from both academia and industries. The Consortium includes twenty one (21) representatives from twelve (12) different countries all over Europe.   The main objectives of the current project are: Practical implementation of an accredited training program following ECVET principals, leading to a recognized qualification in geological disposal Design and creation of a multidisciplinary training and research framework for PhD students Development of strategies for ensuring the sustainability of the PETRUS initiative.

Registration Form

Participation in PETRUS PhD Conference is free of charge. Registration is open from 15th January to 12th June 2015.

Application Form

Applicants for oral and poster presentation are requested to send an extended abstract (4-6 pages) for consideration and inclusion in the programme. Click here to download template. Abstract must be submitted in English. Application for oral presentation is open to students registered for PhD degree in an European institution, with at least two years (at the date of the conference) of research experience. Poster session is open to all research students and young professionals having research role in industry or in scientific organizations. A prize award ceremony will be held at the end of the Event. The best oral and poster presentations will be rewarded. Deadline to apply - May 29th, 2015

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