In this half-day workshop, we will explore what impact means to you, how it can benefit your research, and how to take the first steps toward creating impact.
What can you expect?
Who benefits from this workshop?
Researchers from Amsterdam knowledge institutions are welcome to join the learning path. The path is particularly suitable for late phase PhD students and postdocs who want to become proficient in valorising their research.
Date and location
The workshops are structured to be followed in sequence, with the “In-Depth” workshop ideally completed before attending the “Focusing on Your own practice” session. Please sign up for the three workshops in one cohort.
For the starting dates, check this webpage
Please note
The working language is English.
Participation is free of charge. Registration is required, so is cancellation if you are not able to attend.
Next session: Module 2 – Impact through research: focusing on your own practice
In this module you will work on your own idea. During two interactive half-day sessions you will further develop and concretise your idea. 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. More information
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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