Your onboarding guide to DZD NEXT
DZD NEXT is the education and career development program of the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD). It connects young scientists across Germany, supports their development in translational diabetes research, and offers networking opportunities, training, funding, and visibility. DZD NEXT helps members build interdisciplinary networks, strengthen their scientific profiles, and navigate diverse career paths in academia, industry, and beyond.
This page will help you understand , what you can gain from DZD NEXT and how to get started!
This short onboarding video introduces you to the DZD NEXT community and shows you how to make the most of your membership.
Tip: Start with the video for a quick orientation, then use this wiki as your go-to place for detailed information and links.
Watch the onboarding video here:
| What is DZD NEXT? |
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DZD NEXT is a nationwide program that connects early-career researchers across disciplines and institutions. It offers opportunities for networking, training, funding, and visibility, helping members grow both scientifically and professionally. Participation is flexible and voluntary, you choose the activities that best fit your career stage and interests. |
| Who is DZD NEXT for? |
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DZD NEXT is open to early-career researchers (under 40) working in diabetes and metabolism research at DZD partner sites. This includes:
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| What you can gain |
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As a DZD NEXT member, you can:
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DZD NEXT activities are built around three core pillars:
To make the most of your DZD NEXT membership, we recommend: