What does impact mean for your research, and how can it benefit you as a researcher?
Session Leads:
Linda van de Burgwal, University Research Chair Professor of Impact & Academic Entrepreneur
Marieke van Wieringen, Associate professor Department of Organization Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (VU)
Imran Avci, Associate professor, Biophotonics and Medical Imaging, Faculty of Science
In this session, Linda van de Burgwal introduces the funding loop and shows how creating impact can generate new opportunities, from additional funding and new research and teaching questions to launching a start-up. Learn about key success factors, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Imran Avci and Marieke van Wieringen will share their personal impact journeys, offering practical insights and inspiration for researchers looking to turn their work into meaningful societal impact.