FAQ

Am I eligible for the summer school?

If you are a Master’s or PhD student enrolled at a Swiss or international university, you are eligible to apply for the summer school.

How can I apply?

You can find the registration details here. The application deadline is May 1st.

What is the participation fee and what does it cover?

  • PhD students: 250 CHF

  • Master’s students: 100 CHF

Payment is required only after acceptance and must be completed by June 1, 2024. Payment details will be provided upon acceptance.

What does the fee cover?

  • The registration fee includes:

    • Accommodation in Lausanne

    • Lunch (Monday to Friday)

    • Coffee breaks

    • Social activities, including a dinner in Lausanne

    Note: The fee does not cover travel expenses to and from Lausanne.

Is there a limit on the number of participants?

Yes, the summer school is limited to 30 participants, with a maximum of 10 participants from outside the ETH domain.

Is presenting a poster mandatory?

Presenting a poster is required if you wish to earn 2 ECTS credits. However, we highly encourage all students to present their research to foster engaging discussions during the two poster sessions. In addition to posters, a few students will be selected for short talks. If you are chosen for a talk, you may still bring a poster.

How many credits can I earn, and how?

Students from EPFL and ETHZ can earn 2 ECTS credits by actively participating in the school through a poster presentation or a short talk. For EPFL students, it’s mandatory to register to the doctoral course: https://edu.epfl.ch/studyplan/fr/ecole_doctorale/biologie-computationnelle-et-quantitative/coursebook/evolution-by-nature-and-by-design-BIO-806 via IS-Academia

What is the size of the poster?

A0 portrait.

How can I print my poster?

You can either bring your printed poster with you or have it printed at EPFL if that is more convenient. Find more details about poster printing here.

When will I know if I have been accepted?

You will be notified of your acceptance within two weeks after the application deadline (May 1st). Once accepted, you will have two weeks to complete the payment and finalize your registration.

What if I have a question that is not covered here?

Feel free to contact us at evolution2025@epfl.ch.