Semmelweis University

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The oldest in (founded in 1769 )

Three-fold mission: education, research, health care

Motto: Servamus vitam atque servimus (Protecting and serving life)

Six faculties : 1. Medicine 2. 3. 4. Health Sciences 5. Physical Education and Sports Sciences 6. Health and Public Services

+ School of Ph.D. Studies Brief History (1)

1769 Foundation of the University’s legal predecessor, the Medical Faculty at the University of Nagyszombat (now in Trnava, ).

1951 The Medical Faculty becomes an independent university (Medical University of ), with three faculties: Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.

1969 The University is renamed Semmelweis University, in honour of Dr. Ignác Semmelweis. Brief History (2)

1983 German-language instruction is introduced.

1989 English-language instruction is introduced.

2000 Two new faculties are integrated into the University: Health Sciences, and Physical Education and Sports Sciences.

2010 The Faculty of Health and Public Services is established, becoming Semmelweis University’s sixth faculty. Faculty and Staff

Total staff: 7598

Academic Staff: 1070

Members of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences: 10 Content

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Instruction takes place in three languages: Hungarian, English and German

Diplomas granted * B.Sc. M.Sc. M.D. D.M.D. Ph.D.

*varies by faculty Doctoral Schools /Ph.D. Programmes

• Basic Medicine • Clinical Medicine • Pharmaceutical Sciences • Sciences • Sport Sciences • Neurosciences • • Pathological Sciences Education Statistics

Total enrollment: 12,985

2910 of these are international students

2013/2014 academic year

80% of physical education instructors 70% of dentists 50% of pharmacists 42% of doctors 27% of health care professionals in Hungary are Semmelweis University graduates. THE FACULTY OF MEDICINE OFFERS:

An M.D. diploma A high standard of recognised across education fully in the European Union line with other high and in many quality European countries around medical schools the world

Option of subsequent Ph.D. studies in Clinical Medicine and Basic Medicine.

The highest level of progressive health care

Advanced scientific research

Instruction in three languages: Hungarian, English, and German THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY OFFERS:

A D.M.D. diploma The recently completed recognised across Dental Clinical and the European Union Training Centre is one and in many of the most state-of- countries around the-art dental institutes in Europe the world

Option of subsequent postgraduate and Ph.D. studies

The Faculty’s health care activities primarily serve the education of dental students

Instruction in three languages: Hungarian, English, and German THE FACULTY OF PHARMACY OFFERS:

Worldwide Equally balanced recognised orientation for Doctor of Pharmacy public, hospital and degree in 5 years industrial pharmacy

Option of subsequent Ph.D. studies in Pharmacy, Medicine, Chemistry and Biology.

5 years of fascinating student life in the second most beautiful city of the world, with rich cultural, scientific and sport traditions THE FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES OFFERS:

Internationally High quality recognised education in the diplomas at the field of health B.Sc., M.Sc. and sciences Ph.D. levels

Option of subsequent Ph.D. studies in Health Sciences

Wide range of programmes offered in English, e.g. , physiotherapy, midwifery, optometrist THE FACULTY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT SCIENCES OFFERS:

All summer Olympic Six levels Of sports and several sport education: others are listed in from certificate level the educational to Ph.D. and programme EQF levels 3-8 (47 in total)

Option of subsequent Ph.D. studies in Sport Sciences.

A wide range of programmes, such as P.E. teacher, coaching, sport management, recreation, human kinesiology

Training offered in English THE FACULTY OF HEALTH AND PUBLIC SERVICES OFFERS:

A wide range of programmes in Health High quality Policy, Health diplomas at the Management, Individual B.Sc., M.A., M.Sc. and Community Mental and postgraduate Health, and Health levels Informatics

An academic home for organisational, community and personal development in the areas of education, research, social science innovation and consultancy

Short-term programmes are also available Ph.D. Training

Semmelweis University graduates will have the opportunity to join the Ph.D. training programme in the following areas:

1. Clinical Medicine 2. Basic Medicine 3. Pharmaceutical Sciences 4. Health Sciences Cross-Border Higher Education Training

The University’s newest direction in its international endeavours.

Its main characteristics : 1. Education takes place abroad at the partner’s facilities 2. Teaching is conducted in accordance with Semmelweis University’s academic and professional requirements 3. Upon successful completion of the programme, students receive a Semmelweis University diploma Examples of our programmes include:

1. Medical training in Hamburg

2. Physiotherapist training in Switzerland

3. Trans-Atlantic dual-diploma training for nurses

4. Post-gradual dental training International Students

International students make up 22,4% of the student population.

They come from 72 countries around the world.

The top 10 countries of origin are: 1. Germany (853) 2. Norway (265) 3. Iran (206) 4. Israel (181) 5. Sweden (126) 6. Spain (122) 7. Slovakia (105) 8. Cyprus (87) 9. Canada (85) 10. Greece (76) Support for Exceptional Students

The Ödön Kerpel-Fronius Talent Support Programme

• Named after a former University professor • Participants recruited from among those on the Excellency List (top 5%)

The programme offers participants:

• Scholarships • Guidance and mentoring • International experience • Support for future Ph.D. studies Prof. Ödön Kerpel-Fronius Content

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The University was awarded the prestigious title of "Research University " by the Ministry of Human Resources in 2013 .

The title, which may be borne until 2016, includes a research grant of around €1.7 million.

The University held the Research University title for the 2010-2013 period as well. Main Research Directions in the last 2 years I. Diagnostic Module

Bioimaging: from molecule to human body

• Developing new methods for optimi sing imaging technologies (nano SPECT) • Developing multimodal molecular imaging techniques (amyloid, actin, myosin , etc. detection) • Using advanced MRI techniques (fMRI, MR spectroscopy) for investigating neonatal brain hypoxia, CNS disorders • Developing new methods for analy sing vasc ulari sation of different organs • Developing new method for analy sing the visual system II. Technology Module

Biomaterial from nanotechnology

• Nanomedicine – Nanopharmacy: •to develop new nanoparticles as new DDS •to investigate the side effects of nanoparticles – Nanobiotechnology •To develop materials and tools for novel therapeutic and diagnostic purposes – Nanoscale theranostics •To develop new diagnostic devices III. Therapeutic module

•Targeting oncology • Tumour treatment based on the genotypes – Malignant melanoma – Primer hepatocellular cc – Chronic lymphoid leukaemia

• Microvesicle research

• Research of G protein -coupled receptors

• Stem cell research IV. Prevention Module

Personalized Medicine • Genomic biomarkers for targeted (asthma, leukaemia, multiple sclerosis, rare disorders ) • Pharmacogenomic research Complex cardiovascular and cerebrovascular, central nervous system research • Genetic background of rare neurological disorders • The pathomechanism and treatment of psychiatric disorders • Mass spectrometry in diagnostics and therapy • From omics to proteomics Research Statistics

Research is conducted by over 1000 professionals in more than 100 research groups

Over 2500 scientific publications were published by researchers at Semmelweis University in 2013, with a total impact factor of cc 2767 . Third party funding of research

Type of funding Number of projects Total fund in HUF (approximate data) National 2,079,000,000 OTKA 85 ($ 9,3 million) 1,130,000,000 KTIA 4 ($ 5,06 million) 1,422,000,000 UMFT, USZT 9 ($ 6,3 million) International 1,791,000,000 EU 38 ($ 8 million) 6,422,000,000 Total 136 ($ 28,7 million) New Research Directions

• Genetic and epigenetic background of tumours • Genetic and epigenetic background of osteoporosis • Molecular basis and genetic background of inflammatory disorders • Research of orphan diseases • Clinical biomarker research in neurological and psychiatric disorders • Genetic and epigenetic background of kidney disorders • Biotechnology based drug development research • Regenerative medicine (stem cell research) • The effect of climate change on human health • Health care informatics Content

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Semmelweis University is one of the larges t health care institution s in Hungary. Over 8,000 employees cover 6% of Hungary’s total health care needs . About two million patients are treated annually in the University’s Clinical Centre, which is comprised of 35 University institutes and c linical departments. More than 2,100 beds are available for acute and chronic cases. Monthly breakdown:

145,000 out -patients 12,000 in -patients Content

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International collaboration occurs in many forms , including : • EU student and staff mobility programmes (ERASMUS +) • Student and staff exchange • Joint research initiatives and collaboration • Organisation of and participation in international scientific conferences • Membership in international organisations For more information

Semmelweis University Directorate of International Relations

H-1085 Budapest, Üllői út 26 .

Tel: +36 -1-317 -9079 Fax: +36 -1-459 -1559

Email: international @semmelweis -univ.hu

Website: www.semmelweis.hu