EARMAimpact

EARMAimpact is an active community of practitioners who specialise in many aspects of research impact support. The main purpose of this thematic group is to provide a forum for knowledge-sharing and collaboration. We aim to increase the impact literacy and enhance the socio-economic impact of research-driven organisations while caring for the mental well-being of the professionals involved (and having fun).

Core Group members:

  • Co-chair: Andreas Westermoen (Bergen University, Norway)
  • Co-chair: Karina Kössler (Eurac Research, Italy)
  • Co-chair: Kirsi Ojutkangas (University of Oulu, Finland) 
  • Áine Mhic Thaidhg (University of Galway, Ireland)
  • Anabel Sanchez (CREAF, Spain)
  • Anja Smykowski (UMCG, The Netherland)
  • Anna Raask (KTH, Sweden)
  • Bastien C. Hualpa (Leitat Barcelona, Spain)
  • Cheila Ramalho (ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon, Portugal)
  • Craig Aaen-Stockdale (BI Norwegian Business School, Norway)
  • Esther De Smet (Ghent University, Belgium)
  • Filippo Turrini (Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Italy)
  • Hana Owsiankova (Palacky University in Olomouc, Czechia)
  • Katarzyna Walczyk-Matuszyk (Institute of Fundamental Technological Research PAS, Poland)
  • Luciana Lolich (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland)

The work of the Thematic Group is carried out through Working Groups (WG), each dedicated to complementary aspects of research impact. Currently six WGs are active. Each Working Group was formed through a collaborative process during the last Thematic Group meeting and is coordinated by one or more Core Group members. The groups shape their work plans and activities together with their members. If you are interested in joining a WG, please contact the person indicated below.

  • WG1 Training – developing relevant and accessible (train-the-trainer) training on crucial topics within the impact area, creating knowledge and competences. 
    CONTACT PEOPLE:  Hana Owsianková and Anna Raask​​
  • WG2 Impact culture – developing activities and resources which will inform and empower impact professionals and institutions about the benefits of investing in a healthy impact culture.
    CONTACT PERSON:   Filippo Turrini
     
  • WG3 Impact professionals – investigating the roles and competences of impact professionals in an effort to ensure recognition and sustainable careers. 
    CONTACT PERSON:  Anja Smykowski 
     
  • WG4 Evaluating & evidencing – creating a knowledge base and community of experts on assessment methods and evidence of socio-economic impact of research.
    CONTACT PEOPLE: Cheila Ramalho and Áine Mhic Thaidhg​​
  • WG5 Stakeholder engagement – monitoring the communication strategy, engaging with the stakeholders of EARMAimpact and putting our expertise on the map.
    CONTACT PERSON:   Andreas Westermoen
     
  • WG6 Impact in grant proposals – providing good practices and resources for grant writing and impact statements including data analysis and AI.
    CONTACT PEOPLE:   Katarzyna Walczyk-Matuszyk and Marika Kowalska

 

Stay Connected with EARMAimpact
Keep up to date with the latest news, events, and insights on research impact by joining our dedicated LinkedIn group.
You can also connect with us through the EARMA Collaboration Space (by clicking "Join"), where you’ll gain access to a growing repository of resources, tools, and materials on all things impact

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