SDGnexus Network
Welcome to the SDGnexus Network
- The network in brief
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The SDGnexus Network is a global community of universities, research centers, and stakeholders committed to promoting the Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. The SDGnexus Network is a part of the DAAD “Higher Education Excellence in Development Cooperation – exceed” program and, as such, it aims to strengthen higher education for enabling effective and innovative contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
The SDGnexus Network has three main objectives:
- Establish common research framework through joint research projects between our network partners.
- Qualify the next generation of scientists as agents of change.
- Promote exchange and collaboration between our network of higher education institutions and extramural actors.
- Contact
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SustainableDevelopmentGoalsnexus Network
Senckenbergstrasse 3
D-35390 Giessen
Phone: +49 641 99 12705
Fax: +49 641 99 12709
E-Mail
- Call for Guest Professorship 07/2023
- Guest Professorship for Sustainable Development Goal Interactions Application Deadline: March 31, 2023
Research
Research
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The SDGnexus Network promotes the Nexus approach for the establishment of its research framework. The Nexus approach goes beyond the investigation of single SDGs and allows for flexibility in identifying vital context-specific interlinkages between SDGs. Considering the main development challenges of our partner countries and the diverse potential of our partner institutions, we have identified five Nexus areas that will serve as a stepping stone for further research on different SDGs and their interlinkages. | The SDGnexus Network Working Paper Series disseminates multidisciplinary research promoting the Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. The Working Papers are published to stimulate an active discussion about innovative approaches towards transformative change and building bridges between science, education, and development. The Working Papers have not been peer-reviewed and constitute “work in progress” but underwent an internal quality control. |
![]() Crop production and livestock husbandry are globally of tremendous importance for food security and nutrition, rural employment, and income generation... |
#01-2021Sarah Robinson, Martin Petrick Trade-offs among sustainability goals in the Central Asian livestock sector - A research review |
Water is a vital resource for all forms of life on earth, and the use of this resource creates several synergies and trade-offs between a variety of SDGs... |
#02-2021
Sarah Robinson, Martin Petrick Sustainable Development Goals and the livestock sector in Central Asia: A course outline |
A growing world population and demographic or socio-economic changes lead to a rapid growth of cities and involve a changing relationship between rural and urban areas... |
#03-2021
Sandra Schwindenhammer, Katrin Strobehn, Helmut Breitmeier, Thomas Hickmann, Markus Lederer, Jens Marquardt, Sabine Weiland (Editors) Digital Sustainability Education - Potential, Development Trends and Good Practices |
The mining and consumption of raw materials such as fossil fuels and ores have shaped the earth for centuries. It sometimes led to booming economies and prosperous societies... |
#04-2021
Adriana Marcela Gómez Mateus, Lucas Grimm, Rainer Waldhardt |
Education and innovation on information and communication technologies (ICTs), as well as on big data analytics, are essential tools for successful SDG monitoring... |
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Are you interested in publishing your work in the SDGnexus Network Working Paper Series?
Please contact our Technical Editor Dr. Christoph Funk (Christoph.Funk@wirtschaft.uni-giessen.de)
Research
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The SDGnexus Network promotes the Nexus approach for the establishment of its research framework. The Nexus approach goes beyond the investigation of single SDGs and allows for flexibility in identifying vital context-specific interlinkages between SDGs. Considering the main development challenges of our partner countries and the diverse potential of our partner institutions, we have identified five Nexus areas that will serve as a steppingstone for further research on different SDGs and their interlinkages. |
People & Network
With a broad cross-section of partners, the network is ideally positioned to facilitate the core objectives: Research, Networking and the training of agents of change. Find out more about our partner institutions.
The network in brief
The SDGnexus Network is a global community of universities, research centers, and stakeholders committed to promoting the Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. The SDGnexus Network is a part of the DAAD “Higher Education Excellence in Development Cooperation – exceed” program and, as such, it aims to strengthen higher education for enabling effective and innovative contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.
The SDGnexus Network has three main objectives:
- Establish common research framework through joint research projects between our network partners.
- Qualify the next generation of scientists as agents of change.
- Promote exchange and collaboration between our network of higher education institutions and extramural actors.
Contact
SustainableDevelopmentGoalsnexus Network
Senckenbergstrasse 3
D-35390 Giessen
Phone: +49 641 99 12705
Fax: +49 641 99 12709
E-Mail
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Imprint & Picture Credits
Contact
SDGnexus Network
Senckenbergstraße 3
35390 Gießen
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Landing Page | Graphic | Graphic by Maraike Büst | Picture by Simon Berger from Unsplash |
Research | Research Area | Picture by Pexel from Pixabay |
Working Paper Series | Picture by JJ Ying from Unsplash | |
Nexus 1 | Picture by Helena Lopes by Pexels | |
Nexus 2 | Picture by Mrjn Photography by Unsplash | |
Nexus 3 | Picture by Pat Whelen by Unsplash | |
Nexus 4 | Picture by Pexels from Pixabay | |
Nexus 5 | Picture by Chris Liverani by Unsplash | |
SDG Icons & Logo | https://sdgs.un.org/goals | |
Education | Graphic Sustainable Transition Brochure | Graphic by Till Schürmann |
Sustainable Transition Master Programme | Picture by Fauxels by Pexels | |
PhD Scholarship Programme | ||
SDG related MOOCS | Picture by Startup Stock Photos by Pexels | |
People & Network | Graphic World | Graphic designed by Maraike Büst using Freepik from www.flaticon.com (licensed under CC BY 3.0) |
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News & Events | News | Picture by Lora Ohanessian by Unsplash |
Events | Picture by Ono Kosuki from Pexels | |
General | Icons & Buttons | All Icons & Buttons are designed by Maraike Büst using Freepik from www.flaticon.com (licensed under CC BY 3.0) |
Jobs & Scholarships
Call for Guest Professorship
The SDGnexus Network at the Center for International Development and Environmental Research
(Zentrum für internationale Entwicklungs- und Umweltforschung, ZEU), based at the Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), Germany, invites applications for a
Guest Professorship
Sustainable Development Goal Interactions
The position is available from July 01, 2023 for a period of at twelve months.
About the SDGnexus Network
The SDGnexus Network, consisting of partners from Colombia, Ecuador, Germany, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, provides a common research framework related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations and aims to analyze synergies and trade-offs among individual SDGs (SDG nexus analysis). The SDGnexus Network intends to prepare the next generation of scientists by implementing a variety of teaching programs and training activities, with particular attention to the needs of junior researchers. The SDGnexus Network investigates interrelations among single SDGs within the following five focal research areas: Food systems, Water, Urban & rural areas, Natural resources, and SDG monitoring. Please find further information on the research areas at https://t1p.de/q7mw
Your responsibilities
As a guest professor, you will
- be involved in teaching (at least one full module equaling 6 credit points during the winter term 23/24) as part of the international virtual study program MSc Sustainable Transition,
- conduct research in line with one or more of the five core research areas of the SDGnexus Network,
- draft a third-party funding proposal related to one or more research areas defined above,
- support our early career scientists in their scientific development.
Please note: We expect your presence in Giessen during the entire duration of your guest professorship. A virtual participation is not possible.
Your qualifications and competences
You:
- hold an excellent Ph.D. in a research field related to the SDGs,
- have a comprehensive track record of peer reviewed publications, including high level publications,
- have extensive teaching experience related to at least one of the research areas defined above,
- have a citizenship of an ODA recipient country and conduct research in Central Asia or Latin America,
- communicate fluently in spoken and written English,
- are a highly motivated person that brings curiosity in research and is committed to pursue scientific excellence in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, and international environment.
Our offer to you
During your stay we offer
- a monthly gross salary of EUR 5,500,
- a fully equipped working place at the Center for International Development and Environmental Research based at the Justus Liebig University Giessen,
- a research network with partners from Latin America and Central Asia that grants you a close collaboration with ongoing research projects,
- a return ticket for you and optionally for family members travelling with you (spouse and minor children).
Application process
Please submit your application until March 31, 2023, using our platform: https://survey.hrz.uni-giessen.de/index.php/548931?lang=en
Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file. Only complete applications, with documents in the order listed below, will be accepted:
- Curriculum Vitae
- One-page mission statement with an outline of research interest
- Plan of teaching activities, including a one-page description of a module/course (equaling six credit points) that will be taught by you during your stay
- Documentation of teaching experience (teaching portfolio)
- Academic Certificates
- List of publications
- List of external research funds
The SDGnexus Network is seeking a larger percentage of women in academia; therefore, qualified female applicants are especially encouraged to apply. The SDGnexus Network is part of the JLU, which is a family-friendly university. We therefore welcome applicants with children. We give preference to applications from disabled people of equal aptitude. For further information on the Center for International Development and Environmental Research or the SDGnexus Network see https://www.uni-giessen.de/zeu or https://www.sdgnexus.net
Please be aware that we will only contact successful applicants.
22.03.2023 - Pilot Mentoring Program for Women Scientists (Programa Piloto de Mentoría para Mujeres Científicas - PROMEMCI)
The University of Cuenca - Ecuador, in cooperation with the SDGnexus Network, has developed the “Programa Piloto de Mentoría para Mujeres Científicas” or Pilot Mentoring Program for Women Scientists (PROMEMCI). This is a pioneer initiative in the country. The program’s primary objective is to encourage young female scientists to immerse themselves in the academic environment and build a broad network of academics interested in guiding master's and doctoral students and young professors in advancing their academic careers. The program was executed by the Department of Water Resources and Environmental Sciences (iDRHiCA) and the Ecuadorian Network of Women Scientists (REMCI).
PROMEMCI took place over four months, from October 2022 to January 2023. The program paired 17 mentees, including early career researchers, master’s students, and doctoral candidates, with 17 mentors according to their academic interests and needs. In addition to one-to-one mentoring sessions, the program consisted of an introductory workshop, two capacity-building workshops focusing on communication skills, personal awareness, and empowerment, a follow-up session for mentees, and a closing event.
According to the mentees, the program’s main achievements included opportunities for postgraduate students and young professionals to interact with a mentor from another faculty or research area. Specifically, mentors provided impartial guidance to help mentees achieve their academic and personal goals and support and advice to address academic challenges. Participants also indicated that they received extensive feedback, not only on academic issues but also on a personal level, enabling them to broaden their vision of the various opportunities for academic development and boost their confidence as young female scientists. All mentees indicated they would recommend their peers or co-workers to participate in the program.
The second phase of the program is set to launch in Spring 2023. For more information about the program and the call for applications, please visit: https://www.ucuenca.edu.ec/investigacion/mentoria-mujeres-cientificas or contact: mentoria.ciencia@ucuenca.edu.ec
Closing event, University authorities and PROMEMCI participants. Cuenca 2023