Module 2: Learning Path Valorisation and Impact
Impact through research: focusing on your own practice
Ever think about the impact that your work can have outside of academia? Would you like to explore how you can increase the impact you’re already making? IXA developed a learning path on getting involved in valorisation and creating impact.
In this module, you will work on your own idea. During two interactive half-day sessions, you will further develop and concretise your idea.
What can you expect?
- You will work on your own research idea
- Conduct a stakeholder analysis;
- Learn about various models to further develop your idea;
- Receive inspiration and feedback from the trainers and other participants;
- Gain knowledge about funding opportunities, working with external partners and protecting your knowledge;
- Develop a concrete plan for your (research) idea under trainer guidance;
- Work on a step-by-step plan to guide you through the process;
- By the end of these sessions, you will have a clear plan towards impact and an overview of the contacts in your network who can help you move forward.
Location: The knowledge institutions will alternate hosting the sessions.
Duration: 2 times a 3-hour session
Time investment: approximately 12 hours (including homework assignments)
Who benefits from this workshop?
Amsterdam researchers and PhD’s who want to learn how to make impact with their research.
Dates and registration
This module consists of 2 workshops.
There are 3 start dates to choose from in the registration form.
- Tuesday 5 November 2024 at UvA – Roeterseiland and Tuesday 26 November 2024 at VU Campus
- Thursday 3 December 2024 at UvA – Science Park and Thursday 9 January 2025 at VU Campus
- Waiting list: Tuesday 14 January 2025 at UvA Roeterseiland and Thursday 6 February 2025 at VU Campus
Please note
The workshops on 14 January and 6 February 2025 are full. You can be placed on a waiting list. We will inform you when a spot becomes available.
Participation is free of charge. Registration is required, so is cancellation if you are not able to attend.
About the Learning path Valorisation and Impact
The Learning Path is composed of 2 modules of a total of 3 workshops interspersed with online information. Participating researchers can work on a number of skills corresponding to their own needs. Throughout the course the focus will be on translating your research into an idea that can evolve into a service, product or way of public outreach. Important: you can follow all modules as a continuous learning path or as self-standing. Read more
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