Extra-Sessions
Expand your knowledge with our Extra-Session Workshops — dynamic, theory-focused sessions designed to deepen your understanding of key topics in medicine and beyond. These workshops feature engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and real clinical cases, allowing you to explore the latest research, diagnostic strategies, and therapeutic approaches in a collaborative environment.
Thursday, May 15th
Endocrine Disruptors: Hidden Risks to Hormonal Health
Endocrine disruptors lurk in everyday products, affecting hormonal balance and overall health.
This workshop explores their impact, risks, and the latest research through case studies and interesting discussions. Join us to uncover their hidden effects!
Date & Time: May 15th, 11:00-13:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Seeing the Unseen: Detecting Multiple Sclerosis with Visual Evoked Potentials
Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring how subtle disruptions in the optic pathway can provide crucial diagnostic clues.
Learn to perform and interpret visual evoked potentials for diagnosing and monitoring multiple sclerosis.
Pediatric surgery: If anything can go wrong, It will
Pediatric surgery comes with unique challenges—where every case is a lesson in precision and adaptability.
Explore real clinical cases, surgical techniques, and the unexpected complications that shape the field. Because in pediatric surgery, preparation is everything!
Date & Time: May 15th, 12:00-14:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 20
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Victor Preda Amphitheatre, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Sleep Apnea: From Diagnosis to the Right Treatment
The participants will be taught what lies behind sleep apnea and how to rightfully diagnose it.
After that, they will be shown the treatment devices and how to use them. Also, there will be a discussion about the right treatment accordingly to the underlying cause, while keeping in mind what diseases each patient might have.
Date & Time: May 15th, 14:00-15:30 (1h30)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian
Location: “Leon Daniello” Pneumology Hospital, 6 Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu Street
From Idea to Impact: The Art of the Irresistible Grant Proposal
We’re excited to invite you to a practical and insightful workshop on how to write a compelling scientific grant proposal.
Whether you’re applying for your first grant or looking to refine your approach, this session will guide you through the essential components of successful proposals. You’ll learn how to effectively articulate your research vision, structure your proposal for clarity and impact, and align your objectives with the priorities of funding agencies.
Through real examples, interactive discussions, and expert advice, this workshop will empower you to increase your chances of securing research funding.
Date & Time: May 15th, 14:00-16:00
Number of participants: 15
Language: English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Animal assisted therapy the healing power of animals
A furry friend a day keeps the sadness away!
Learn about the benefits of animal-assisted therapy by interacting with the little heroes yourself!
Date & Time: May 15th, 16:00-18:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 20
Language: Romanian
Location: Dog Assist, 211 Oașului Street
The Science of Clear Skin
Ready to glow from the inside out?
Join our Skincare & Acne Workshop and uncover the secrets to clearer, healthier skin! Whether you’re battling breakouts or just want to up your skincare game, this session will leave you feeling confident, radiant, and ready to shine. Spots are limited—your skin will thank you!
Date & Time: May 15th, 17:00-19:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 18
Language: Romanian
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Cracking the Genetic Code of Skin Cancer
Explore the intricate genetic foundations of skin cancer while elucidating the significance of lesions, spots, and moles in its pathogenesis.
Examine the mutations, impacts of UV radiation, and the fascinating genetic syndromes involved in this complex disease.
Embark on our investigation for a captivating exploration of early detection methodologies and tailored care pathways.
Date & Time: May 15th, 17:00-19:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Friday, May 16th
Med school blind spots: What they don’t teach you in Medical School (But Should)
Some lessons come only with experience—until now! This workshop uncovers the essential skills and real-world insights every future doctor needs—practical, unfiltered, and straight from experience.
Date & Time: May 16th, 10:00-12:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 20
Language: Romanian/English
Location: TBA
Nutrition and Intensive Care: Synergistic Strategies for Managing the Critically ill Patients
This workshop aims to explore the vital interaction between nutritional support and medical management in intensive care.
Through an interdisciplinary approach, participants will examine the latest clinical guidelines, strategies for individualizing enteral and parenteral nutrition, and the impact of nutritional interventions on the prognosis of critically ill patients.
Date & Time: May 16th, 12:00-14:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
EKG Quizz: Catch the prize
Challenge your knowledge of electrocardiograms in an exciting competition between three-person teams, while exploring the details of a variety of EKGs.
Date & Time: May 16th, 13:00-15:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 18
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Psychological Analysis of an Author and their Characters
Can figments of authors’ imagination give us any clues regarding the complex nature of an artist’s mind?
Dive into the subconscious of writers and their creations! In this workshop, we’ll analyze how an author’s psyche shapes their characters, themes, and narratives, revealing hidden desires, fears, and motivations.
Discover the surprising links between art, psychology and medicine through your favorite book characters!
Date & Time: May 16th, 16:00-18:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Med Students’ Guide to Passive Income: Earn Smart, Not Hard
Discover how to create passive income as a med student without compromising your studies.
Join this exclusive workshop to explore smart, flexible strategies that turn your skills into financial opportunities.
Date & Time: May 16th, 16:00-18:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Saturday, May 17th
Talk Them Off the Ledge: Suicide Prevention & Crisis De-escalation
When someone is on the brink of suicide, the right words—and the right approach—can make all the difference.
This workshop equips you with essential crisis intervention skills, teaching you how to recognize warning signs, engage in life-saving conversations, and provide immediate psychological support. Through active listening techniques, de-escalation strategies, and coping mechanisms, you’ll learn how to be a crucial lifeline for those in distress.
As future medical professionals, understanding how to navigate these high-stakes moments can help shape a more compassionate and effective approach to mental health care.
Date & Time: May 17th, 10:00-12:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Sex, Safety & Science: A Modern Guide to STIs and Contraception
Sexual health is more than just prevention—it’s about education, empowerment, and informed choices.
This workshop will cover the essentials of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), from classification and transmission to treatment and long-term effects. We’ll also dive into contraception methods, debunk myths, and discuss how these topics intersect with mental health. Additionally, we’ll explore the pharmacological approaches to STI treatment and prevention.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your knowledge or prepare for future clinical practice, this session will provide a comprehensive and medically accurate perspective on sexual health.
Date & Time: May 17th, 14:00-16:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian/English
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street
Escape the disaster
Join us for a workshop where you will learn how to work in teams to triage disaster victims.
Through realistic scenarios, you’ll practice rapid assessment, prioritize care, and make critical decisions under pressure-just as you would in a real mass casualty event. Whether you’re new to disaster medicine or looking to sharpen your skills, this interactive session will challenge you to think fast, communicate effectively, and collaborate to save as many lives as possible
Date & Time: May 17th, 14:00-16:00 (2h)
Number of participants: 15
Language: Romanian
Location: Modern Languages Building, 6 Louis Pasteur Street