SciLib Forum 2025 – AI Meets Scientific Writing is a focused training and discussion event in English for academic researchers—particularly PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars—interested in integrating generative AI into their scientific writing processes. The forum offers two expert-led workshops and a panel discussion that address both the practical applications and ethical implications of AI-assisted academic authorship.
A data visualization competition is also taking place alongside this event.
15:00 | From Idea to Argument: Scientific Writing with AI for New TopicsWorkshop I · Dr. Yannick Städler |
16:30 | From Slides to Submission: Writing Empirical Papers with AIWorkshop II · Dr. Robin Segerer |
18:15 | Writing the Future: Opportunities and Risks of Generative AI in Scientific PublishingPanel discussion with the following experts:Prof. Dr. Jan Pieter Abrahams, Head of Research Group, Biozentrum, University of Basel |
20:00 | Networking apéroAn informal opportunity for participants and speakers to connect over drinks and light refreshments. The winners of the data visualisation competition will be announced at the beginning of the apéro. |
One-on-one writing consultationsBook an individual consultation with a writing expert from the University of Basel Language Center. |
Data visualization competitionShowcase how your research comes to life through compelling visualisations! Winners will be announced live at the event. |
15:00–21:00
University Medical Library
Spiegelgasse 5
4051 Basel
This event will be held in English.