A starter’s guide to socio-economic impact of research
Cluster
Research and Valorisation
Target Group
(post)doctoral researchers, no previous knowledge required
Teachers
Noel Klima - Giselle Corradi - Jeroen Bourgonjon - Sanne Stegen - Esther De Smet
Content
Participants will be introduced to the concept of (socio-economic) impact of research from a local and global perspective.
- They will discover how this concept might apply to their research strategy and goals, and what Ghent University provides by way of information and support.
- They will dive into the practicalities of planning for impact.
- They will be handed the essential building blocks such as performing a stakeholder analysis, identifying specific and feasible impact targets, introducing a flipped approach to the research process, mapping out impact pathways, and developing a communication strategy.
Objectives
Ghent University wants its researchers to become impact literate and its research to have an impact on society.
Training method
Two half days of interactive workshop mixing peer learning with expert advice. Some preparatory reading will be required. Please come along ready to contribute and participate fully.
Time schedule and venue
Course code | Dates | Time | Venue |
SEIR 2425-01 | 21 and 28 November 2024 | 9:00-12:30 | Leslokaal 1.1 (Campus Ledeganck) |
Registration
Follow this link for the registration and waiting list.
Your registration will be confirmed by separate e-mail from the Doctoral School. Cancellation of your registration can only be performed by sending an email to doctoralschools@ugent.be.
Registration fee
Free of charge for Doctoral School members.
The no show policy applies.
Number of participants
Minimum 15, maximum 25
Language
English
Evaluation method
100% participation.
After successful participation, the Doctoral School will add this course to your curriculum in Oasis. Please note that this takes up to one to two months after completion of the course.