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During the visit of the delegation from municipality council and municipality administration of the South Korean city of Gwacheon (May 6, 2024), Michal Lostak (Principal Investigator of the BETTER Life project) presented the toolkits developed under the BETTER Life project. The reason for this presentation were the delegation’s questions about the universities’ role in supporting […]

On Wednesday 27 March 2024, a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs led by 1st Deputy Minister Jiří Kozák visited the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague. They met with the 1st Vice-Rector of the University and Principal Investigator of the BETTER Life project, Professor Michal Lošták and other members of the project team. […]

Embark on a transformative journey with our Design Thinking toolkit, your ultimate guide to co-designing vibrant public open spaces. Rooted in human-centered principles, this practical toolkit empowers users to harness the power of Design Thinking and deliver integrated solutions that truly reflect the needs and aspirations of local communities. 🔍 Holistic Approach: Dive into a […]

Step into a world where art and science converge with our Visual Methodologies for Landscape Observatory guideline. Designed to equip young researchers, spatial planners, architects, and community stakeholders alike, this toolkit revolutionizes how we work and communicate on spatial and landscape planning approaches. 🎨 Artistic Fusion: Discover the power of visual tools, from photographs to […]

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 […]