EMCR WORKSHOPS
On Monday 1 September, we encourage early- and mid-career researchers to join us for professional development opportunities.
Registration to participate in a workshop is available via the EMCR registration form. These workshops will be held concurrently, therefore each EMCR can only attend one workshop.
Capacity is limited. Registrations for in-person attendance close on Sunday 24 August, unless sold out prior.
Grant Writing
Topic: Developing a robust grant proposal
Facilitated by: The GrantEd Group
Date/Time: Monday 1 September, 10:00am - 12:00pm
This workshop will walk research grant applicants through the four essential elements of a robust proposal: significance, quality, innovation and feasibility.
We aim for each attendee of this workshop to come away with answers to these questions for their own research projects:
- Who needs your research, within and outside of academia?
- What appropriate methodologies, methods, design elements or concepts do you need to ensure a high-quality project?
- What novel and innovative elements are built into your research plan, and how have you balanced this with risk?
- What involvement do you need from other organisations, policymakers, practitioners, networks or researchers to ensure your research is significant and feasible?
Science in International Affairs and Diplomacy
Topic: Understanding the role of science in international affairs and diplomacy
Facilitated by: Professor Steven Chown FAA
Date/Time: Monday 1 September, 10:00am - 12:00pm
This workshop is designed for early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) interested in understanding and engaging in science diplomacy. Through interactive discussions, expert insights and practical exercises, participants will explore how science diplomacy shapes global collaboration and policy, and how EMCRs can contribute to these efforts.
Participants will learn what science diplomacy is, why it matters, and its relevance to EMCRs. Attendees will reflect on their current engagement with science diplomacy and learn about key pathways to engage in science diplomacy.
Discussions will feature real-world scenarios, focusing on challenges in international science diplomacy, strategies for navigating these challenges, and opportunities for EMCRs to engage in global initiatives.
Future Earth Australia (FEA)
National Strategy
Topic: Research with impact: a national strategy for biodiversity and climate
Facilitated by: Kate Nairn and Nazanin Hosseinpour, Future Earth Australia
Date/Time: Monday 1 September, 10:00am - 12:00pm
This workshop forms part of the co-design process for Future Earth Australia's strategy on biodiversity and climate change. Our aim is for early-career researchers and practitioners to develop a deeper understanding of how biodiversity and human rights intersect in both policy and practice.
Through this workshop, participants will be introduced to Future Earth Australia's transdisciplinary approach to strategy development and gain some insight into how diverse knowledge systems and sectors can be integrated. Most importantly, attendees will have the opportunity to contribute their voices, perspectives and lived experiences to the co-design of a national strategy, helping shape more inclusive, just and forward-looking outcomes.
Science at the Shine Dome 2025
Shine Dome, 15 Gordon St, Acton ACT
E: events@science.org.au
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