From research to societal impact - seminar series in September

"The focus of the seminar series is on the opportunities that arise after a research study has been published. Valorisation is about harvesting results, taking control of how they are used, and making them accessible in ways that benefit society," says Hillevi Englund from UU Innovation, who leads the series together with her colleague Christin Wendel.

The seminars are open to researchers from all disciplines and career stages. In addition to an introduction to key concepts, you’ll get examples of valorisation in practice, plus practical tips and the chance to reflect on how your own research could contribute to broader societal impact.

"We want to demystify the concept of valorisation and show that it’s not about having a finished product or business idea. The first step is simply to start thinking about how your research could be useful," says Christin Wendel.

Communicating that valorisation is both possible and relevant for all researchers – regardless of field – is a key goal of the series, Hillevi Englund explains:

"Many researchers want their work to have a positive impact on society but don’t always know how to go about it or what role they can play in the process. For them, this is a great place to start."

No preparation or prior knowledge is required.

"Just bring your curiosity and join the conversation," encourages Christin Wendel.

Sara Gredemark