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🔬 A Day in the Life – Looking Beyond the Microscope

What does a pathologist actually do? Contrary to popular belief, their work extends far beyond microscopes and autopsies. Pathologists play a crucial role in diagnosing diseases, guiding treatment decisions, and supporting patient care behind the scenes.

In our latest “A Day in the Life” feature, we follow Dr. Richárd Kiss, Assistant Lecturer at Semmelweis University’s Department of Pathology and Experimental Cancer Research. From examining tissue samples to contributing to life-changing diagnoses, his work reveals the complexity and impact of modern pathology.

💡 Discover what a day looks like for a specialist whose expertise helps shape patients’ futures.

📸 Read the photo report: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/06/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-pathologist-when-i-look-at-a-specimen-i-can-see-the-fate-of-the-patient/

🎓 SAVE THE DATE | Semmelweis Graduation Ball

Semmelweis University’s graduating students are invited to celebrate the completion of their studies and the beginning of a new chapter at the Semmelweis Graduation Ball 2026.

📅 4 July 2026, 7:00 PM
📍 Várkert Bazár, Budapest

Join us for an unforgettable evening at one of Budapest’s most iconic venues.

For updates and event details, follow the Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/821855620870603/

Organised by Semmelweis Alumni.

Ticket information and further details will be available soon.

We wish all graduating students every success in their final examinations and look forward to celebrating this important milestone together.

A young woman’s ability to walk and her quality of life have been restored thanks to a highly specialized procedure performed at Semmelweis University.

In a remarkable example of multidisciplinary collaboration, experts from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Department of Neurosurgery and Neurointervention successfully removed a rare pelvic schwannoma—a benign tumor of neurological origin—using a minimally invasive laparoscopic technique. Supported by advanced intraoperative neuromonitoring technology, the team was able to preserve critical nerve functions while safely removing the tumor.

The procedure highlights the unique expertise of Semmelweis University’s Neuropelveology Program, the only center in Central and Eastern Europe performing such operations with intraoperative electrophysiological monitoring.

The surgery was a success, and the patient was discharged fully recovered the very next day.

Read the full story:
https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/06/a-specialized-procedure-at-semmelweis-university-saves-a-young-womans-ability-to-walk/

One week left until the submission deadline.

Last year, the Semmelweis–Richter Journalism Award received nearly 70 entries from more than 20 European countries.

The 2026 call is still open, but only until June 9.

If you have published work that helps inform the public and advance conversations around health, we encourage you to apply.

💶 Total prize fund: €45,000

👉 Apply now: https://semmelweisrichteraward.com/

The cornerstone has been laid for the new Basic Medical Science Center (EOK II) at Semmelweis University.

The development will expand the university’s facilities by 22,000 square meters, creating modern spaces for education, research, and student life. At the ceremony, Rector Dr. Béla Merkely emphasized that the project is not only about constructing a new building, but also about strengthening the foundations of future medical science.

A time capsule was placed into the cornerstone by Rector Dr. Béla Merkely, Chancellor Dr. Lívia Pavlik, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Dr. Péter Nyirády, and President of the Students’ Union Imre Richárd Nagy.

Read more:
https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/06/cornerstone-laid-for-the-new-building-of-the-basic-medical-science-center/

🏥🥗💧💪 Love your liver, protect your health!

Your liver works around the clock to break down toxins, support digestion, and perform hundreds of vital functions. In the latest episode of our health tips series, Dr. Klára Werling and dietitian Sarolta Dakó from Semmelweis University share 5 practical tips to help keep your liver healthy.

From mindful nutrition to everyday lifestyle habits, small choices can make a big difference in protecting this essential organ. 💪

👉 Read the full article: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/05/top-5-semmelweis-tips-to-keep-your-liver-healthy/

Already published a story that deserves a wider professional audience?

The Semmelweis–Richter Journalism Award 2026 is accepting submissions from journalists across Europe working on women’s health and pharmaceutical innovation.

💶 Total prize fund: €45,000
📅 Deadline: June 9, 2026

👉 Apply now: https://semmelweisrichteraward.com/

No matter how many years have passed since graduation, there’s something special about meeting fellow Semmelweis alumni abroad. 💙

We can’t wait to welcome the Semmelweis community in London for an evening of shared memories, new connections, and great conversations.

If you’ll be joining us, let us know in the comments which faculty and graduation year you represent! 👇🎓

✨ Registration: https://forms.office.com/e/PWqqM15AdQ?origin=lprLink

More information: https://semmelweis.hu/alumni/en/2026/02/10/semmelweis-alumni-meeting-in-london/

Scientific collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange took center stage at the Alliance4Life Mini-conference hosted by Semmelweis University on May 7–8. Researchers and experts from across Central and Eastern Europe gathered at the Semmelweis Salon to discuss the latest advances in life sciences and healthcare, with presentations covering topics from exercise genomics and molecular biomarkers to AI, big data, and digital innovation in medical research.

As an active member of the Alliance4Life network, Semmelweis University remains committed to strengthening international research cooperation and supporting scientific excellence in the region. Altogether 27 speakers shared their findings and professional experiences during the two-day event, creating valuable opportunities for collaboration and future innovation in healthcare.

Read more: https://semmelweis.hu/english/2026/05/alliance4life-mini-conference-held-at-semmelweis-university/