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 […]

Dive into the future with the third volume of the BETTER Life project Newsletter! Experience the highlights of our three-day virtual Winter School, explore the Digital Centre of Excellence (DCoE), and discover the impact of Tools for socially engaged research shaping the DCoE. From empowering capacity-building initiatives to the intellectual buzz at the Think Tank […]

On 23 November 2023, a meeting was held in the representative premises of the Rector’s Office of the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU), which broke the traditional barriers between academics and mayors of municipalities. This initiative, which took place within the framework of the BETTER Life project funded by the European Union, became […]

In an exciting partnership aimed at fostering innovation and transforming the landscape of research and development, the BETTER Life and E³UDRES² Ent-r-e-novators projects have joined forces. The E³UDRES² Ent-r-e-novators project is working to create a European Research and Innovation Center for Smart and Sustainable Regions, promoting open science and innovation. In tandem, the BETTER Life […]