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On the occasion of the "Third call for talented young researchers - students of doctoral academic studies for involvement in scientific research work in accredited scientific research organizations (hereinafter referred to as NIO)", published on November 6, 2019, the Network of Academic Solidarity and Engagement requests the reformulation of two conditions of this call:

1. That the right to submit an application belongs to young researchers who are enrolled in the first year of doctoral academic studies for the academic year 2019/2020;
2. That he is at most 30 years old or that he was born in 1989 or earlier.

Thus, young researchers who are full-time doctoral students or who have defended their doctorate within the last seven years, in accordance with good European practices, have the right to submit an application.

The criteria for determining the scope of this term should not include age, as this is contrary to anti-discrimination laws, but the level of education and academic career development. We draw attention to the fact that there are no obstacles in the current Law on Science and Research to define the term "young researcher" in such a non-discriminatory manner. The ranking of the candidates should then reflect the achievements not only based on the grade from the studies, but also other relevant outcomes of scientific research work (published works, presentations at conferences, participation in scientific projects).

You can find it in the attachment LETTER of Mass with explanation addressed to the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development.