Driving innovation in green transport: Empowering the next generation of engineers. This school is part of the MUSE – Motorvehicle University Skills Empowerment project, co-funded by the Region of Emilia-Romagna and FSE+ 2021/2027
Electrical Machines and Drives for Green Transportation systems
This School promotes innovation, upskilling and reskilling in the automotive and transportation sectors, fostering the training of highly qualified personnel, able to face the challenges of the electrical revolution.
It’s a unique event in Europe, open to young researchers and PhD students, to exchange experience and technical information about their projects, to attend lectures, visit companies and meet representatives from top industries in the transportation area.
Engineers from Industry are also welcomed, it is an opportunity for them to stay updated with the latest innovations in electric transportation field.
The Summer School is organized in collaboration with the Electrical Machines Technical Committees of the IEEE IES, with the support of the Fondazione Fondazione Democenter, and it is endorsed by MOST – Centro nazionale per la mobilità sostenibile, and Motus-E.
It is organized in Modena, in the center of Emilia-Romagna region, which is world-renowned for its automotive industry.
The program is enriched with social events and cultural experiences, to embrace the history and innovation of the Italian automotive sector and discover local beauty and culture.
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MUSE – Motorvehicle University Skills Empowerment is a high-level education initiative co-financed by the Region of Emilia-Romagna through regional funds (L.R. n. 25/2018, Article 2) and FSE+ 2021/2027. The project is designed to enhance the quality, inclusiveness, and international competitiveness of higher education in the Motor Valley, a key hub for leading automotive companies and advanced research institutions. By fostering a close collaboration between top regional universities and industry leaders, MUSE aims to develop advanced technical and digital skills, promote innovative training methodologies, and bridge the gap between academic education and labor market needs. This integrated approach not only strengthens regional excellence and transparency for citizens and stakeholders but also turns funding into tangible opportunities for both people and businesses.
Operazione Rif. P.A. 2024-22881/RER
approvata con atto n. 1964/2024
Titolo: Electrical Machines and Drives for Green Transportation systems (EMERGE)
Progetto n. 3, Edizione 1
CUP E93C24001710002
MUSE project partner:
Details
The Summer School offers a two-week experience divided in two modules:
- Module 1
“Advances in Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation”, from 8th to 12th June 2026, which combines classroom lectures, seminars and company visits with networking opportunities, social events and cultural excursions. A PhD poster session is also included to give the possibility to Doctoral Candidates to share experiences and technical information about their projects. The best three poster presentations will be awarded during the gala dinner. - Module 2
“Applications of Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation”, from 15th to 19th June 2026, for practicing with useful software for the design and control of electrical machines and power electronics.
People can apply to the entire programme (Module 1 and Module 2) or just to Module 1.
The summer school is aimed at young researchers, PhD students and engineers in the automotive and transportation sector.
The program is designed for individuals who wish to deepen their expertise in electrical machines and drives, particularly in the context of green transportation systems. Participants should have a strong engineering background, either through current doctoral studies or professional experience. This initiative is ideal for those who want to stay at the forefront of industry innovation and network with leading academics and industry professionals in a dynamic and immersive environment.
Applications of highly motivated master’s degree students could be taken into consideration in exceptional cases.
Participants must be residents or have their domicile in the Emilia-Romagna region prior to registering for the activities.
Please note that, for students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region, residence or domicile in Emilia-Romagna is not required.
- Module 1
“Advances in Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation”, from 8th to 12th June 2026 - Module 2
“Applications of Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation”, from 15th to 19th June 2026
It is organized in Modena, in the center of Emilia-Romagna region, which is world-renowned for its automotive industry.
Venue:
The Summer School is divided in two modules:
- Module 1: “Advances in Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation“, which includes keynote speeches from top transportation industry representatives, Technical Lectures from internationally renowned professors, and a PhD Poster session for Doctoral candidates to share experiences and technical information about their projects. In addition, networking opportunities, social events, company visits, and cultural excursions are included for a fully immersive experience.
- The Summer School Module 1 includes:
- 5 days event
- seminars and lectures
- PhD poster session
- social dinner (Day 3)
- best Poster presentation award (Day 3 during social dinner)
- company visit and cultural excursion (Day 4)
- welcome cocktail (Day 1)
- lunches and coffee breaks
- digital proceedings
- final test for the recognition of PhD training credits – 6 ECTS. The test consists of a series of multiple-choice questions on the topic covered in Module 1
- Module 2: “Applications of Electrical Machine and Drives for green transportation”, for practicing with useful software for the design and control of electrical machines and power electronics.
The Summer School Module 2 includes:- 5 days event
- practical experience of useful software
- company visit and cultural excursion (Day3)
- coffee breaks
- final test for the recognition of PhD training credits – 6 ECTS. The test consists of an assignment with involves the use of SWs practiced in Module 2
Please note that there is no limit for participation to Module 1, whereas the school has a limited number of places for module 2 (20 seats).
The application process consists of filling out an online form. Selection is made via CV evaluation.
Selection Criteria:
- Be enrolled in or have recently completed a Master’s degree or a PhD in Engineering
- Be engineer working in the field of transportation.
- For module 2 only, priority is given to participants who are residents or have their domicile in the Emilia-Romagna region, or to students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region.
If you are an IEEE IES student member working outside Europe you can also apply for travel reimbursement.
Early bird application is open and closes on 31st of March
Selection Criteria:
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- Be enrolled in or have recently completed a Master’s degree or a PhD in Engineering
- Be engineer working in the field of transportation.
- For module 2 only, priority is given to participants who are residents or have their domicile in the Emilia-Romagna region, or to students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region.
Please note that, for students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region, residence or domicile in Emilia-Romagna is not required.
Poster Contest:
PhD students are requested to prepare a Poster about their research project to be presented on Day 1 of Module 1, during poster session. Poster is mandatory for PhD Student and Poster format is A0. Printing services is available at the premises upon agreement with Summer School administration. If you intend to print your poster at the premises, please indicate it in the registration procedure and send it to Summer School secretariat by 2nd September. The three best poster presentations will be awarded during the social dinner.
Note: The participation fee does NOT cover the educational activities or any part of the School’s training offer. It is solely intended to cover ancillary fees such as catering, social events, visits and other logistical costs related to the program.
Early bird registration ancillary fees
Module 1:
- IES or PELS student members – €250
- IEEE student members – €350
- IEEE non member – €500
- full application Fee waiver for those who are residents or have their domicile in the Emilia-Romagna region, or to students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region.
Module 1 and Module 2:
- IES or PELS student members – €350
- IEEE student members – €450
- IEEE non member – €600
- full application Fee waiver for those who are residents or have their domicile in the Emilia-Romagna region, or to students enrolled in universities or AFAM institutes located in the region.
Please note that registration ancillary fees here reported are VAT excluded. 22%VAT is to be applied to the registration cost.
