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Open Call: Dr. Uroš Seljak Award 2026

ASEF and University of Ljubljana are seeking applications for the 5th Dr. Uroš Seljak Award. This $10,000 prize recognizes outstanding scientific publications by undergraduate and master’s students in Slovenia while promoting excellence in research mentoring.

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Speaker Series: Dr. Richard Aplenc

Dr. Aplenc offered the audience a fascinating insight into how modern big data technology is transforming the understanding and treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in children. Dr. Aplenc led the largest phase III clinical trial for pediatric AML to date and is a co-inventor of innovative therapies.

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News & Events

ASEF Podcast (SLO): Jakob Šušterič on MESI: Innovating Healthcare with IoT and Smart Diagnostics [Episode #49]
In this episode of the ASEF Podcast, med-tech entrepreneur and co-founder of MESI Jakob Šušterič…
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ASEF Young Minds – From Australia to the Stars: Martin Jazbec on the Future of Space Technologies
On Thursday, March 5, 2026, a popular science lecture from the ASEF Young Minds series took place…
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ASEF Young Minds: Valter Hudovernik Inspires with Insights into Relational Deep Learning and Research at Stanford
The first popular science lecture of this year’s ASEF Young Minds series took place on February…
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Marko Fišer & ASEF Young Minds in Maribor: First Expanded Edition in Collaboration with the Department of Geography, Faculty of Arts, University of Maribor
On Wednesday, December 17, 2025, a special event within the ASEF Young Minds lecture series took…

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Fellowship Programs

Fellowships
Junior Fellowship

Research Abroad

2 year program
10 week reserch visit
Collaboration with other Fellows
Attend regular lectures & ASEF Events
“You will return from the fellowship with a clearer vision for your future career, numerous professional and personal connections, and experiences that will help you contribute to professional development and the co-creation of the ASEF community.”
Zala Perko, ASEF Junior Fellow, Generation 2024
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Junior Fellowship

Visit Slovenia

1 year program
Visit Slovenia
10 week summer visit
Slovenian University, Research Institution or Company
“ASEF was one of the best experiences of my life, and I am incredibly grateful that I said yes to this opportunity. I would encourage anyone considering the program not to be afraid to step out of their comfort zone, meet new people, and try new things.”
Matthew Matej Klepec, ASEF Junior Fellow, Generation 2025
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Our core values

The three core values are permeated
by a special care for the Slovenian heritage.

Academic Excellence

We seek an uncompromising standard of excellence in teaching, learning, creativity, and scholarship within and across disciplines.

Character Formation

We seek to form the whole person: men and women distinguished by intellectual rigor, moral character, community building and the ability to make ethical decisions.

Dedicated Service

We seek to prepare global citizens who advocate for the benefit of humanity and contribute to the
intellectual, economic and cultural vitality of society by serving those with least access to power in order to promote the flourishing of all.

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