The International Student Association of Semmelweis, better known as ISAS, has launched a brand new magazine, the ISAS Review. The first issue features an array of topics, including an interview with Rector-Elect Dr. Ágoston Szél, an introduction to the Students’ Scientific Association (TDK), scientific articles on dentistry, female hair loss and pesticides and, on a lighter theme, Hungarian lessons and … Continue reading →

Representatives of the Swedish Dental Association visited Semmelweis University’s Faculty of Dentistry on April 16. The visit was initiated by the International Student Association of Semmelweis (ISAS) and, personally, by ISAS Chairman Charlie Attariani. Ms. Pia Leden and her colleague are the administrative officers of the Swedish Dental Association (SDA). The biggest dental association in Sweden, the SDA counts over … Continue reading →

A cooperation agreement on education and research has been signed between Semmelweis University, represented by Rector Tivadar Tulassay, and Pázmány Péter Catholic University, represented by Rector Szabolcs Szuromi. The success of the cooperation, which covers the areas of informatics and infobionics, will be facilitated by the establishment of a joint centre in the near future, as well as by creating … Continue reading →

A group of 52 doctors, nurses, and administrative staff from a Swedish medical centre visited Semmelweis University on April 20, as part of a trip to Budapest to celebrate the centre’s 50th anniversary. The medical centre, located in Malmö, fosters close scientific and professional ties with Lund University. The visitors started their day at the University’s Heart Centre, after which … Continue reading →

Her Excellency Siri Ellen Sletner, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway, visited the Department of Dermatology, Dermatooncology and Venarology this Thursday, which had recently been modernised and renovated through the support of the Norwegian Fund. The ceremonial event held in honour of this fact was attended by, among others, Dr. Miklós Réthelyi, minister of National Resources and Dr. Tivadar Tulassay, … Continue reading →

The Minister of National Resources did not accept Dr. Tivadar Tulassay’s resignation from his post as rector, according to an April 3 press release by Miklós Réthelyi, minister of National Resources. Using an opportunity provided by the law, Minister Réthelyi requires that Dr. Tulassay fill his position until May 31, 2012. According to the Ministry’s press release, the minister – … Continue reading →

Statement by Dr. Tivadar Tulassay Budapest, April 1, 2012 The past few days and weeks have been very foreign to the usual, everyday life of the University, in which the focus is on education, research and health care. Irrespective of our will, politics crept within the University’s walls. It is my opinion that the decision made by the University this … Continue reading →

Based on the motion submitted by the University’s Doctoral Council, the University Senate decided to revoke Dr. Pál Schmitt’s scientific university degree, namely his dr. univ. title, at its Thursday afternoon session, Dr. Tivadar Tulassay, rector of Semmelweis University announced to the press following the Senate meeting. Rector Tulassay emphasised that, once the University received authorisation to do so, it … Continue reading →

A beautiful Asian engraving – the gift of a visiting South Korean delegation – and portraits of famous Hungarian doctors, including Ignác Semmelweis, adorn the office of Júlia Ferkis, newly appointed director of International Relations at Semmelweis University. Ms. Ferkis returns to Hungary after 25 years in Oslo, Norway, where she spent most of her career in the international relations … Continue reading →

Within three short years, the International Semmelweis Carnival has grown into the most significant student-organised event of the spring semester. Held on March 9, the Carnival was organised by the University’s four largest student groups, namely the Students’ Union (EHÖK), the International Students Association of Semmelweis (ISAS), the Instructor Self-Active Group (IÖCS), and the Association of German-speaking Students at Semmelweis … Continue reading →