Tag: Board
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CERN launches Technology Impact Fund to address global challenges
CERN is launching a new Technology Impact Fund to bridge the gap between the technology developed for research at CERN and its potential applications to address societal challenges. The Fund was launched with support from CERN’s Knowledge Transfer group and the CERN & Society Foundation, which is actively seeking external donors. Financial support provided via the CERN Technology…
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ATLAS PhD Grant: A way forward
Welcome to a brand edition of the Project Leadership Series! This series aims to explore the various activities under the wing of the CERN & Society Foundation, through the lens of the managers and mentors facilitating these projects. This time, we have with us Peter Jenni, mentor of the ATLAS Ph.D. Grant Scheme. A spokesperson for…
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A change in leadership
With deep gratitude for their contributions and commitment, we announce today that the Chair of the CERN & Society Foundation Board, Anne Richards, and the Deputy Chair and Board Member designated by CERN, Peter Jenni, have completed their second and final terms with the CERN & Society Foundation Board. Anne and Peter, together with Rolf Heuer,…
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Announcing New Board Members
The CERN & Society Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to the Foundation Board: Daphne de Laleu and Michel Spiro. They will join the Board starting from 1 January 2020. Daphne de Laleu pursued her Masters in International Law Studies (San Francisco) and Development Studies (Geneva and Hanoi). Since 2017,…
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whurley® to be the first CERN & Society Foundation Ambassador
whurley® to be the first CERN & Society Foundation Ambassador The CERN & Society Foundation is proud to announce Mr. William Hurley, known as whurley®, as its first official Ambassador. An Eisenhower Fellow, Senior Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and Vice Chairman of the Entrepreneurship Steering Committee at the IEEE, whurley® is…
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Ready, Steady, Goal! | Table Football Tournament continues
32 teams. 127 matches. 1 winning team. What a week it was! The second edition of the Charity Table Football Tournament, organised by the CERN Table Football Club (CTFC) and the CERN & Society Foundation, took place from 24 to 26 July. All teams competed wholeheartedly for first place, showing great skill and determination. Winning…