CER' Newsletter 2025/8-9

The University of Belgrade Faculty of Law hosted an international conference (May 2025) commemorating 150 years since Teodor Taranovski’s birth. Scholars from Europe presented research on his contributions to legal theory and history, focusing on his key works and lasting impact on legal science.

From 26 to 30 May 2025, the Director of the Research Centre, Dr. Katarzyna Zombory, participated in the inter-sessional meeting of the International Law Association (ILA) Committee on Safeguarding Cultural Heritage in All Stages of Armed Conflict, organized in Seoul by the Korean Branch of the ILA. 

The International Criminal Law Association organized its 25th Traditional International Scientific Conference titled ‘Challenges of International Criminal Law and Criminal Law’. The conference toke place from 13 to 16 June 2025 in Palić, Republic of Serbia.

As part of the Humboldt Institute Partnership Project between the University of Heidelberg and the University of Miskolc the V. Humboldt Conference was organised on 17 June 2025 in the University of Miskolc, Faculty of Law. The topics of the conference were green compliance, ESG, criminal compliance, climate and environmental protection, with a focus on the criminal liability of companies. 

Barnabás Lenkovics' life and work were always imbued with the conviction that the meaning of human existence lies in the pursuit of goodness. Over the past decades, he has given us countless gifts to take with us on our journey – thoughts, teachings, and examples that we will cherish as his legacy. 

By attending GAJE 2025 in Warsaw (23-26 July), participants will explore innovative legal education methods and join a global network of academics, lawyers, and activists committed to advancing justice and access to legal support.

The Faculty of Law University of Novi Sad is organizing the 7th International Scientific Conference titled ‘Legal Tradition and New Legal Challenges’. The deadline for applications is 31 August 2025, and the conference will be held in Novi Sad on 23–24 October 2025.

On 23 June 2025, the Central European Academy hold its 4th Open Day. The day began with opening speeches and presentations about the Academy’s daily life and activities. Afterwards, applicants for the Junior Programme participated in entrance interviews. 

The Central European Academy (CEA) is pleased to announce its Farewell Event on 25 June 2025, marking a significant moment in its young yet impactful history. This occasion will celebrate the first generation of junior researchers—doctoral students and interns—who have successfully completed their journey within the Academy's programmes.