Who we are
The European Centre for Advanced Studies (ECAS) was founded by the University of Glasgow (Scotland) and the Leuphana University of Lüneburg (Lower Saxony, Germany). In the meantime, it has grown to be the central connection hub for universities and other higher education institutions from Lower Saxony and Scotland. As a result of this, it has established a network of 21 Lower Saxonian and 19 Scottish institutions that aim to continue cooperating and intellectually build bridges across the North Sea.
The Idea
In times of change and political uncertainty, it is essential to continue and strengthen cooperation between academic institutions, professors and students. ECAS fosters exchange between academics from different countries and, in this way, is emblematic of the European Idea.
As a joint research institution, ECAS provides researchers from both regions with a platform to develop and carry out joint research and study programmes and to pursue commercial and industrial engagement of the partners.
The Purpose
ECAS initiates and supports the development of project collaborations, connects academia and industry, and serves as a platform for regional and European exchange.
The overall purpose of ECAS is the advancement of education and research at both universities, with a strong focus on interdisciplinarity. Its areas of activity are primarily: Energy (transformation), life sciences, educational sciences, mobility and its transformation as well as security policy.
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