Celebrating a quarter-century of international cooperation, innovation and shared commitment to sustainable life sciences.
In 2026, the Euroleague for Life Sciences celebrates 25 years of collaboration among leading European universities committed to life sciences and sustainable development.
This anniversary marks a quarter-century of joint teaching, innovative study opportunities, and vibrant student and staff mobility. Together, these activities have helped create a truly international learning environment across the ELLS network.
It is also an opportunity to recognise the collective impact of ELLS in educating new generations of professionals and researchers who address global challenges in agriculture, forestry, the environment, bioeconomy and rural development.
Joint teaching and innovative study opportunities
International experiences for students and staff
Long-term partnerships across European universities
Shared responses to global life science challenges
This page presents special anniversary events organised by ELLS partner universities throughout 2026. Explore the stories below and join us in celebrating the achievements of the network and its future ambitions for excellence, openness and sustainability in higher education.
BOKU University marked the 25th anniversary of ELLS during its International Days, introducing students and visitors to the many opportunities offered by the ELLS network.
The anniversary activities included an ELLS information stand, a poster exhibition presenting opportunities such as the Scientific Student Conference, joint programmes and international mobility, as well as an interactive ELLS quiz. Visitors could learn more about the alliance, discuss international opportunities and take home small anniversary gifts.
BOKU also shared a video from the anniversary activities on Instagram, offering a closer look at the celebration and the ELLS presence during the International Days.
Watch the video on InstagramThrough personal conversations, interactive activities, an exhibition and digital communication, BOKU University introduced a new generation of students to the opportunities and international community that ELLS has built over the past 25 years.