Trainings

Get funding for your Research, then disseminate, communicate and exploit the research results

This free, modular course is designed to enhance researchers’ understanding of the importance of dissemination and exploitation as key elements in maximising the impact of research projects. With a specific focus on Horizon Europe proposals and projects, the course provides participants with the necessary tools and skills to develop a successful CDE strategy. Through practical case studies and interactive learning based on excerpts of real Horizon Europe proposals, researchers will gain insights into increasing project visibility, using social media effectively, and pitching research outcomes to a broader audience.
This course is primarily aimed at doctoral and postdoctoral researchers but is also relevant for early-career researchers who are either interested in the topic or actively involved in a research project.
Articulated in two modules and four lessons, each teaching unit can be taken independently, or a combination of them can be taken in a full modular fashion. A basic knowledge of the Horizon Europe Framework Programme is recommended.

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the concepts, definitions, and distinctions between Communication, Dissemination, and Exploitation in research.
• Develop a structured Communication, Dissemination, and Exploitation Plan for research projects.
• Identify and utilise appropriate communication and dissemination tools and channels, with a focus on Horizon Europe.
• Apply best practices for increasing project visibility within the European Union.
• Use social media strategically to enhance research impact.
• Learn how to visually pitch research results effectively.
• Be equipped to apply these skills in the development of collaborative R&I project proposals and the implementation of research projects.

This course is designed for:

R1: First-Stage Researchers (PhD Candidates and Early-Career Researchers)

• Require foundational knowledge of gender biases and their effects on research outcomes.
• Need to learn how to apply gender perspectives in research and funding applications.
• Motivated by the opportunity to build a more inclusive academic environment.

R2: Recognised Researchers (Postdoctoral Researchers and Academics)

• Require advanced strategies for gender-sensitive research methodologies.
• Need to address systemic challenges related to gender discrimination in academia.
• Motivated by improved research credibility, funding success and institutional leadership opportunities.

R3: Established Researchers (Senior Academics, Principal Investigators and Policy Makers)

• Need to lead efforts in implementing gender-sensitive policies within research institutions.
• Face challenges in fostering inclusive and diverse teams in academic settings.
• Motivated by institutional responsibility, compliance with funding requirements and promoting research excellence.

Members of Universities’ Grant Offices dealing with EU projects at any level might benefit from this training!