Our Spring School 2024, held from the 9th of April to the 10th of April 2024, is finished. Participants from seven countries, most of them PhD students or postdocs, spent two days learning about the concept of socially engaged research, how it can be applied, and what challenges it involves. The BETTER Life team presented […]

Discover ShinyR, your ultimate companion for data analyses, presentation, and interpretation, all within an interactive web-based platform. Say goodbye to the complexities of statistical programs and embrace a user-friendly approach to understanding your data. 🌐 Interactive Web Interface: Seamlessly navigate through your data with the help of Rs Shiny app, designed to simplify data interpretation […]

Crafted as a user-friendly guide, this toolkit is your go-to resource for elevating the visibility and impact of your research findings, particularly within the Quadruple Helix framework. 📘 Comprehensive Guidance: Explore six meticulously curated chapters, providing step-by-step instructions for researchers in the life sciences domain. From pre-publication tasks to monitoring research impact, we’ve got you […]

On March 18-20, 2024, a BETTER Life team of the Estonian University of Life Sciences (EMU), including Anton Shkaruba and Siiri Külm, visited the University of Camerino (UNICAM). The purposes of the visit were to identify case studies for piloting the BETTER Life Toolkit no.1 “Supporting Interaction of Community, Science, and Governance”, and to work […]

📅 Dates: April 9th-10th, 2024 🕘 Time: 9 AM – 12 PM daily 🔍 Dive into the world of socially engaged research! Whether you’re a Master’s student, PhD candidate, or post-doc, this event is designed to expand your understanding of socially engaged research. 💡 Explore: 🌐 Where: Online via Zoom 🎟️ Cost: FREE! 🔗 Register […]

The members of the BETTER Life project have recently published an article titled “Bioeconomy in Countries of the Mekong Region: Stakeholder Understanding and Perceptions in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.” This groundbreaking research delves into the societal engagement aspects surrounding the bioeconomy concept in Southeast Asian countries. Through a comprehensive analysis comprising qualitative document examination and […]

Are you ready to forge connections between academia and municipalities for transformative local development? Welcome to the Academic Bridge’s Matchmaking Map – an innovative tool designed to strengthen collaboration across the European Union! 🔍 Explore Opportunities: Dive into the digital platform where municipalities showcase their unique interests, spanning environmental sustainability, urban planning, social development, and […]

Tailored for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in the life sciences, the BETTER Life Socially Engaged Research Self-Reflection Tool is your compass for navigating the intricate landscape of engagement with diverse audiences. At its core, the Self-Reflection Tool offers a structured framework designed to guide ECRs through the nuances of engagement efforts and activities. By aligning […]

Are you an early career researcher or a passionate advocate for socially engaged research in life sciences? Look no further! Our BETTER Life Toolkit is here to elevate your endeavours and drive positive change. The tools have been designed to support early career researchers and those driving socially engaged research in universities. More specifically, they […]