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WARIMA: Transforming academic knowledge and output to measurable research impact In-Person / Online
Overview
The research and innovation environment is extremely competitive. It is also increasingly required from universities and research and innovation organisations to report on the outcome of their research, not only as it translates into policy and practice, but also how the research promotes socio-economic impact. It is pertinent for research and innovation managers to ensure that the research outputs and outcomes of the organisation are optimal and lead to quantifiable impact. Thus, the need to strengthen the capacity of managers and administrators to support researchers in knowledge translation procedures and processes for identification, development, and recording/reporting of research impact is evident.
We are pleased to announce a hybrid workshop on ‘Transforming academic knowledge and output to measurable research impact’ planned to kick off the Community of Practice of Research Output, Outcome and Impact (COP-ROOI) 2025 events under the theme of ‘Transforming research output, and measuring research impact’. The COP-ROOI seeks to develop social capital, nurture new knowledge, stimulate innovation, and share knowledge on managing research output and impact.
(Refer to the information below for further details.)
- Date:
- Monday 27 January 2025
- Time:
- 11:00 - 13:00
- Time Zone:
- Central Africa Time (change)
- Location:
- Location as Arranged
- Audience:
- Academic Staff External Masters and Doctoral Students Support Staff
- Categories:
- Research Events
Type/Description: Half-day Workshop (WARIMA Pre-Conference event)
Venue: The University of Lome, Togo & Teams for Online Participants
Date: 27 January 2025
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
Facilitators: Prof. Nnenesi Kgabi, Ms. Nana Oye Akuffo, and Mr. Siyanda Manqele
Objectives
Participation in the workshop will lead to:
- Enhanced Skills and Knowledge: Gain a comprehensive understanding of transforming research output to impact, and practical skills for enhancing it.
- Professional Development: Improve your capacity to support, measure and report the research impact of your institution.
Highlights
- An interactive workshop led by experts in research impact assessment and implementation.
- Case Studies and Best Practices: Analysis of successful research impact initiatives from around the world, with a focus on applicability in African contexts.
- Networking Opportunities: Platform for participants to connect, share experiences, and collaborate on research impact projects.
Key Topics
- Understanding knowledge translation and dissemination to ensure maximum impact
- Strategies for transforming academic knowledge/output to research impact: From planning to implementation.
- Tools and Methodologies: Practical tools for measuring and reporting research impact.
Conclusion
Join us in this groundbreaking workshop to unlock the full potential of research impact across Africa. Together, we can drive meaningful change and contribute to the continent's development through impactful research and innovation.
Event Organizer
+27 (0)18 285 2170
brendon.williamson@nwu.ac.za
Research Support DSI/HSRC Intern | Research Development
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