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Is the Essence of Leadership
Is the Essence of Leadership

Open Call: Dr. Uroš Seljak Award 2026 for Undergraduate and Master’s Students
ASEF and University of Ljubljana are seeking applications for the 5th Dr. Uroš Seljak Award. This $10,000 prize recognizes outstanding scientific publications by undergraduate and master’s students in Slovenia while promoting excellence in research mentoring.

Interdisciplinary Innovations – A Bridge to a Sustainable Society of the Future I
The first roundtable of the ASEF Tutoring Program 2025/26 took place at the Prešeren Hall at SAZU. Fellows explored various aspects of the 9th Sustainable Development Goal, which emphasizes building resilient infrastructure, promoting sustainable industrialization, fostering innovation.
News & Events
ASEF Podcast (SLO): Leading the Future of Neuroscience: Jernej Ule’s Research Journey [Episode #50]
Hosted by Zara Bunc, this episode of the ASEF Podcast features Prof. Dr. Jernej Ule, a leading…
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ASEF Podcast (SLO): Jakob Šušterič on MESI: Innovating Healthcare with IoT and Smart Diagnostics [Episode #49]
In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, med-tech entrepreneur and co-founder of MESI Jakob Šušterič…
ASEF Young Minds – From Australia to the Stars: Martin Jazbec on the Future of Space Technologies
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, a popular science lecture from the ASEF Young Minds series took place…
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ASEF Young Minds: Valter Hudovernik Inspires with Insights into Relational Deep Learning and Research at Stanford
The first popular science lecture of this year’s ASEF Young Minds series took place on February…
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Fellowship Programs
Fellowships
Junior Fellowship
Research Abroad
2 year program
10 week reserch visit
Collaboration with other Fellows
Attend regular lectures & ASEF Events

“You will return from the fellowship with a clearer vision for your future career, numerous professional and personal connections, and experiences that will help you contribute to professional development and the co-creation of the ASEF community.”
Junior Fellowship
Visit Slovenia
1 year program
Visit Slovenia
10 week summer visit
Slovenian University, Research Institution or Company

“ASEF was one of the best experiences of my life, and I am incredibly grateful that I said yes to this opportunity. I would encourage anyone considering the program not to be afraid to step out of their comfort zone, meet new people, and try new things.”






