This lecture introduces the EDIC Open House 2023 and Parallel track number 1, featuring newly appointed IC faculty members and their respective labs. The presentation covers the doctoral program requirements, including fellowship details, course and credit requirements, and annual evaluation. It also highlights the importance of the EPFL Fellowship program and the opportunities it offers to doctoral students. The lecture concludes with a schedule of the day's events, including lightning talks, poster sessions, and research area roundtable discussions.