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Create impact with your research

Walking around with an idea, innovation, or research result that could create value for society, businesses, or policy? Tell us your idea and get started!

We can help you transform ideas into opportunities and realise real impact. 

What we do:

Help you in your idea to impact path
Find funding for impact
Support in collaboration with external partners
Help you in communication and dissemination
Support in starting your own company

What is impact? 

Impact is about connecting your research with the world beyond academia. Turning your research into real-world change. Imagine a study on climate patterns not just sitting in a journal, but guiding local farmers to adapt their crops. That is we are talking about. By connecting your work to society, you motivate action that benefits communities, policies, and industries.

How to start

How can you inspire change with your research? Start by identifying problems your findings solve, like using data on mental health to shape workplace wellness programs. Share stories of your work's potential through talks, collaborations, or open-access tools. Learn how small steps can lead to big ripples. This approach empowers you to drive tangible outcomes, from policy shifts to innovative products, proving your research matters now.

Start creating impact today 

Do you want to advance your research and generate impact? Contact VU IXA-GO. We provide tailored advice, guidance, and connect you with the right (societal) partners. Together, we turn your idea into real, valuable impact. 

Participate in the Learning Path

Learn the first steps how to create impact with your research

Tell us your idea

Contact us and we will help you in your next step 

How to refine your idea

Learn the first steps to make your idea more concrete

Please contact VU IXA-GO for all your questions!

We offer support in all aspects in creating impact.

ixa@vu.nl

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