"Sometimes, the best discoveries come by chance; what started as a leap of curiosity became an unparalleled learning experience, connecting me with a brilliant community in a field where opportunities are rare."

Mehreen Tahir

A final year PhD student at Dublin City University, Ireland, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Knowledge grows through experience. The MegaData Summer School blended theory, hands-on learning, and collaboration, shaping my journey in Federated Learning. More than a course, it was an unforgettable exchange of ideas, friendships, and discovery."

Yang Li

A second year PhD student at King's College London, UK participated in the 2ed Summer School edition in 2024.

"Knowledge opens doors, but hands-on experience builds bridges, the summer school not only led to a published paper but also to a PhD opportunity at Tartu University, proving that learning by doing can shape the future."

Leon Nascimento

A second year PhD student at the University of Tartu, Estonia, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Learning flourishes where theory meets practice—fifteen days at the Federated Learning Summer School blended innovation, collaboration, and cultural discovery, shaping my journey in anomaly detection and decentralized AI."

Nourchen Moumni

A third year PhD student at Ecole Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Sfax (ENIS), Tunisia, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2024.

"Learning thrives in collaboration, the Federated Learning Summer School enriched my research, expanded my network, and blended academic depth with cultural discovery, leaving a lasting impact."

Arno Geimer

A third year PhD student at University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"One Yes changed my path—what started as a summer school led to a paper, a PhD, and a lifelong connection to Estonia. T he Federated Learning program is more than a course; it's an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and redefine your future."

Hiroki Kaminaga

A first year industrial PhD student at Tartu University/ Cybernetica, Estonia, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Some experiences reshape your path beyond expectation. The Summer School was more than learning—it was discovery, collaboration, and purpose. You may come for the knowledge, but you’ll leave with so much more."

Lynda Ferraguig

A final year PhD student at Ecole Supérieure d'Informatique d'Alger ESI ex INI, Algeria, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Shared focus builds deeper bonds than solitary years. The Summer School blended learning, collaboration, and inspiration, proving that even the loneliest PhD journey is brightened by connection and discovery."

Karolina Bogacka

A final year PhD student at the Warsaw University of Technology, Poland, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Knowledge grows best in the company of curious minds. The Federated Learning Summer School was not just a deep dive into theory and practice, but a vibrant blend of learning, collaboration, and joy—a reminder that the best research is forged through both study and shared experiences."

Afsana Khan

A final year PhD student at Maastricht University, Netherlands, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Growth begins where comfort ends. The Federated Learning Summer School was more than a course; it was a leap into collaboration, discovery, and self-assurance, proving that even the youngest among us can thrive among experts when curiosity meets opportunity."

Leyla Alakbarova

A final year Bachelor student at Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University - ASOIU, Azerbaijan, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2023.

"Learning shines where theory meets practice and minds connect. The Federated Learning Summer School was a gateway to knowledge, collaboration, and unforgettable growth."

Jaber Pournazari

A Second year PhD student at Edinburgh Napier University, Scotland, participated in the 1st Summer School edition in 2024.