TRAINING PROGRAM

Impactful
Researchers

Boost the societal impact of your research through external engagement and effective communication.

December 2025 - January 2026

Meet Your Expert Facilitators

Learn from world-class experts in research impact, innovation, and knowledge transfer.

Arno Meerman

Arno Meerman

Founder & CEO

UIIN

A/Prof. Todd Davey

A/Prof. Todd Davey

Accomplished Consultant

Academic Expert

Dr. Balzhan Orazbayeva

Dr. Balzhan Orazbayeva

Strategic Initiatives Manager

UIIN

Mikko Korpela

Mikko Korpela

Director, Consulting Services

Crazy Town

Dr. Andrey Dyachenko

Dr. Andrey Dyachenko

Founder & Learning Designer

Leaf

CURRICULUM

Impactful Researchers: Overview of Workshop

A comprehensive programme covering six essential modules to transform your research impact.

1

Impactful Research & Planning for Impact

Understand core concepts and frameworks to design research that delivers real scientific and societal value.

2

Impact Mindset

Adopt mindset tools that help you think and act as an impactful academic.

3

Setting Up for External Engagement Success

Learn how universities, industry, and society collaborate to support impactful research.

4

Valorisation Pathways

Explore different routes to turn research into real-world value and impact.

5

Communicating Research and Its Impact

Tailor your research message effectively for different audiences.

6

Creating a Personal Brand

Build a strong researcher identity to increase visibility and showcase your impact.

Where Ideas
Take Flight

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