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#102: Uncover the Hidden Strategies for Securing Funding and Achieving Impact in European Research

Christian Soschner Season 4 Episode 6

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of securing funding and achieving impact in the world of European research and innovation?

 In this episode of our podcast, we explore the latest trends and developments in research and innovation with Kimberly Cornfield, Assistant Director (Project Development & Management) and Head of European Research and Innovation at University College London (UCL). UCL is one of the top-performing universities under the EU's Horizon 2020 program and has secured around €400 million over the last seven years to support its research and innovation activities.

Kimberly and her team connect scientists and businesses around EU collaborative funding opportunities and offer a suite of support services to improve the chances of success in obtaining funding and achieving impact objectives.

 We'll discuss the current state of European research funding, the challenges and benefits of virtual meetings, and the future for research and innovation.

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⏰  Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction Kimberly Cornfield, UCL, and Horizon Europe
(05:12) Highlights UCL and Horizon Europe Grant Funding in 2022
(07:20) Advantages and Challenges – Virtual or Real Life Meetings?
(09:00) Benefits of the Virtual World for UCL Research Projects
(10:21) Horizon Europe
(14:28) Future Trends in Research
(17:28) The Rise of Social Sciences
(19:28) The Relevance of Fairy Tales for Research
(23:05) The Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2023
(26:00) Wishes for 2023

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