Szeged University Medical Alumni Association

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Szeged University Medical Alumni Association

SUMAA Welcome to the Szeged University Alumni Association website! We invite all the graduated students to join and help us! The Alumni Team

The association was created with the main goal to improve and promote communication between former students of the medical program, the faculty and its current students. Please browse our site to learn more about how you can connect with your fellow alumni, how you can stay updated of our news and how you can find out more about our goals. For current students we plan to provide various supportive

services, like how they can get involved in research early on and mentorship programs. One of the great things at our program is the diversity of the students who we are privileged to study with. We are excited to see how the alumni association can reconnect the graduated students from all around the world. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any comments or ideas.

04/08/2025

Exactly 2 months from today, the Alumni reunion will be in full swing. Have you registered yet? 📲💻

03/07/2025

SZTE research projects in space

The Axiom-4 space mission was successfully launched on 25 June, with research astronaut Tibor Kapu on board—marking the first time in 45 years that a Hungarian has travelled to space. The four-member crew—comprising Kapu, retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, and Polish astronaut Sławosz Uznanski-Wiśniewski—will spend 14 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS), conducting a wide range of scientific research.

Over the course of the 14-day mission, the crew will conduct approximately 60 experiments and research projects, with findings expected to benefit researchers in 31 countries. Each astronaut is carrying out projects supported by cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise from their home country. Tibor Kapu alone is assigned 25 research tasks, spanning materials science, physiology, and radiation detection using the latest dosimetry technologies.

In the field of biology and physiology, he will research DNA repair mechanisms in fruit flies and the development of plants germinating in selenium-deficient soil. His medical research includes experiments on spatial orientation and speech in zero gravity, as well as testing artificial intelligence systems that collect and summarize health data. He is also testing a drug designed to prevent space-induced vision loss and examining how learning and virtual reality affect cognitive and motor functions in space.

Three of these research projects are associated with the University of Szeged’s Centre of Excellence for Interdisciplinary Research, Development, and Innovation.

The project of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology focuses on understanding how cosmic radiation in space damages the DNA of living organisms and how this damage can be effectively repaired under space conditions. To this end, they are sending fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) into space. Based on previous scientific findings, they have selected DNA repair enzymes, expressed them in fruit flies, and now they want to find out whether these enzymes are indeed capable of effectively counteracting the genetic damage caused by cosmic radiation in space. This will be particularly important during long-term space travel, as it does not pose a significant threat during current, relatively short missions.

The second project is linked to the Institute of Medical Biology. The aim of the research is to monitor changes in the microbiome of astronauts before, during and after their missions. The researchers will analyse the microbial composition of the gut flora, urine and mouth to understand how the space environment affects the microbiological balance of the human body.

The third research project investigates the mechanisms of associative learning among astronauts. The experiments will be conducted in both microgravity and terrestrial environments to compare the effects of weightlessness on human learning processes. This project is led by researchers at the Department of Physiology.

27/06/2025

Eleven-Year-Old Boy Receives World’s First Smart Cochlear Implant at SZTE

An eleven-year-old boy has become the very first person in Hungary – and one of the first in the world – to receive a smart cochlear implant, the latest innovation in high-end hearing technology. The procedure was carried out in June, 2025, at the Department of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Head-Neck Surgery of the Albert Szent-Györgyi Clinical Center at the University of Szeged. Thanks to this pioneering device, Loránd now has a renewed chance to experience natural hearing again – something he had been gradually losing despite using a hearing aid.

Behind this groundbreaking procedure is a team of specialists from the Szeged Hearing Improvement and Implantation Working Group, who rely on state-of-the-art surgical tools for precision ear surgery. Their work is made possible by the University of Szeged’s uniquely modern infrastructure. Building on this latter foundation, the Department has emerged as a leader in developing and applying cutting-edge solutions that elevate patient care to new heights. One such innovation is the Nucleus® Nexa™ Implant System – the world’s first smart cochlear implant – which is poised to transform the field of hearing restoration and expand possibilities for patients and physicians alike.

It is the first implant capable of continuous self-monitoring to optimize safety and performance, and its firmware can be updated over time, making future innovations accessible to patients. the device enhances usability and all-day battery life through dynamic power management and offers a seamless hearing experience with the world’s smallest and lightest sound processor.

“This device represents a true milestone in medical technology,” said Prof. Dr. László Rovó, the ear, nose, and throat specialist who performed the procedure and currently serves as Rector of the University of Szeged. “The difference compared to earlier devices is like that between a push-button phone and a touchscreen smartphone. Thanks to its ability to receive continuous updates and innovations, this implant can serve today’s children well into adulthood – offering decades of reliable hearing. Its primary aim is to integrate people with hearing loss into the world of the hearing, but it will offer other benefits as well. Among these, advances in artificial intelligence built into the device enhance the overall hearing experience and may also assist with tasks such as translating between different languages and more.”

24/06/2025

🎓 Calling All Alumni!

We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the
Alumni Reunion Weekend taking place from October 3–5, 2025!

Whether you graduated recently or decades ago, we can’t wait to welcome you back!

Old friends, great stories, unforgettable moments — and it all starts with one click.

🖊️ Register now: https://forms.office.com/e/enq6d0PE1T

Share this message with your classmates and alumni network and let’s make it a weekend to remember!

19/06/2025

Foundation stone laid for new hall of residence

On 17 June, Tuesday, the foundation stone was laid for two new wings of the Miklós Jancsó Hall of Residence, which will provide 240 new bed spaces for university students in Szeged. Of the two new wings planned to be added to the building on Semmelweis Street one will have 60 bed spaces and the other 180. The new building, with a total usable floor space of 4,800 square metres, will have 30 double rooms in one wing and 76 single rooms, 9 double rooms and 9 triple rooms in the other wing. This improvement to the campus housing will significantly increase the bed count and enhance housing conditions.

The new wings will provide 21st-century accommodation. Part of the new buildings will be covered with green roofs, electricity will partly be supplied by solar panels, and cooling and heating will be provided by heat pumps. The development will also include landscaping work covering approximately 2,300 square metres, including the creation of gardens and car parks. The investment in the area previously used as a staff car park is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.

’This is the first dormitory investment in Szeged in decades. It can be considered one of the main projects of the University of Szeged, as the university is at the forefront in many areas both nationally and internationally, but unfortunately we are at a significant disadvantage in terms of university-provided accommodation. We thought that this would be one of the areas we will try to develop with the available resources, as the type of accommodation we offer our students, especially our foreign students, is now considered to be a real competitive factor.’ said Prof. Dr. László Róvó, Rector of the university. 'Our aim is to provide attractive accommodation alternatives for foreigners, but without excluding Hungarian students from the use of these amenities.'

12/06/2025

Members elected to the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in 2025

The new academicians were introduced at the 199th General Assembly of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences on May 7.

Prof. Dr. Lajos Kemény has become full members of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Section of Medical Sciences.

Doctors of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences:

Dr. Krisztina Buzás (clinical immunology)
Dr. Katalin Burián (immunology and antimicrobial resistance)
Dr. Csaba Bereczki (paeditric cardiology and nephrology)

The Academy's special doctorate, the title ‘Doctor of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences’, is also seen as the highest academic degree in the country, which serves as the antecedent to Academy membership.

Congratulations on their outstanding performance! 👩‍🎓

11/06/2025

Celebrating Health Sciences at the University of Szeged

Hosted by the Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Studies at the University of Szeged, the 1st International Health Sciences Conference took place from May 29 to 31, 2025, at the Art Hotel in Szeged. Conceived as a scientific forum intended to lay the foundation for a lasting tradition, the event was dedicated to showcasing pioneering research and innovations in medical and health sciences.

The international meeting served as an excellent platform to advance health science education and to foster collaboration across various scientific disciplines and research fields. The event featured a rich, first-rate, and diverse program designed for both professionals and students interested in the latest findings in healthcare and medical science.

The three-day event offered a program tailored to a wide spectrum of interests. In line with this, the featured presentations spanned pharmaceutical sciences, medical sciences, nursing, and physiotherapy, underscoring the forum’s commitment to an interdisciplinary approach. The conference not only brought together representatives from Hungarian higher education institutions and health sciences faculties but also featured presenters and attendees from six different countries, underscoring the event’s international significance.

The conference hosted two plenary and six scientific sessions. The plenary presentations covered both captivating and thought-provoking scientific fields, with a strong emphasis on the application of artificial intelligence in both basic research and patient care, the possibilities of biobanking human cells and tissues, and the role of translational medicine in making research results more effective and useful in patient care.

Posters presentations and workshops focused on current issues in the food industry, iatrogenic harm in premature babies, new methods of intrauterine foetal diagnosis, numerous developments in ophthalmology, the need for probiotics, sports science, and physiotherapy, the health status of professionals working in emergency care, health awareness among children with disabilities, and the healing effects of culture and the arts on mental illness.

10/06/2025

Because of his active and tireless student and community involvement during his studies, as well as his efficient organizational work as president of ISUS, Lee Chang Yong has been awarded the Dean’s Commendation. Heartfelt congratulations, CY! ❤

05/06/2025

I would like to extend the faculty's cordial invitation to all of you out there

27/05/2025

Ballagás tegnap és ma

Highlights of the 'ballagás' ceremony at the Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical School, University of Szeged. Ballagás is a cherished tradition in Hungarian educational institutions, marking the end of classroom-based lessons as students bid farewell to their teachers and classmates.

Fifty years ago horse-drawn carrieges took fifth-year medical students from Dóm tér to the Anatomy Institute via Kárász utca és Széchenyi tér, while today they walk across the clinical blocks to TIK, where the ceremonila handover of the flag takes place.

26/05/2025

Exhibition Honoring Katalin Karikó Opens at Vienna’s Josephinum

A captivating exhibition titled Forever Forward, celebrating the life and work of Katalin Karikó, has opened at the Josephinum, Vienna’s Museum of Medical History.

“The Josephinum is the historical gateway to medical science in Vienna, as well as a platform for dialogue and engagement with the public and decision-makers,” reads the introduction to the building that also houses the museum of the Medical University of Vienna. This iconic institution was the starting point for the series of events held on May 19, 2025, featuring Nobel laureate Katalin Karikó, professor at the University of Szeged.

Katalin Karikó emphasized that the recognition she has received offers a valuable opportunity to highlight the importance of science and the contributions of scientists. Reflecting on her career, she remarked that research is not for everyone – but for those who enjoy solving problems and engaging in deep, thoughtful analysis, it is the ideal path. So fulfilling, she added, that they might not even feel the need for a hobby. As she put it, “I never worked for someone else; I was always driven by my personal desire for scientific discovery.”

The delegation from the University of Szeged, which attended the exhibition opening at the Josephinum, were shown around the Rare Book Collection, home to a number of books of Hungarian significance related to the natural sciences and medicine. Led by the director of the Vienna Museum of Medical History, they explored the medical history collection, which includes, among other items, the handwashing basin used by Ignác Semmelweis – known as “the savior of mothers.”

During the visit, Professor Dr. György Lázár, Dean of the Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical School at SZTE, was given a tour of the facilities of the surgical workshop and cardiology center at the Medical University of Vienna. The meeting highlighted shared interests and laid the foundation for potential future cooperation in medical education and research.

Read more: https://u-szeged.hu/news-and-events/2025/celebrating-excellence-250522

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