Workshops on Effective Proposal Preparation for European Research Funding Programmes and Science Communication

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1 Workshops on Effective Proposal Preparation for European Research Funding Programmes and Science Communication An initiative of the Thailand European Union Policy Dialogue Support Facility (PDSF), NSTDA, and EURAXESS ASEAN with the support of Chiang Mai University, Khon Kaen University and Prince of Songkla University What are these workshops? These series is designed for researchers in Thailand who are keen to improve both their research proposal writing ability as well as their science communication skills Who Should Attend? Researchers in Thailand of all nationalities and from all research disciplines who are interested in strengthening their proposal writing and science communication skills, and who wish to conduct research in Europe or with a European partner Where are the workshops? Workshops will take place in Songkhla September 2017 How much are the workshops? The workshops are free of charge! Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of the participants Do I need to register? Yes you do need to register since seating is limited. The registration details can be found below Any questions, please contact: Khun Phawika Rueannoi, International Affairs Officer, NSTDA phawika.rueannoi@nstda.or.th 1

2 The Workshops: Effective Proposal Preparation for European Research Funding Programmes A comprehensive and interactive two-day workshop covering all aspects of effective proposal preparation for a European research grants. The workshop will focus on providing researchers in Thailand with the skills needed to successfully communicate the content and potential impact of their research to the evaluators of European funding programs. Hands-on training led by the European trainer will focus on: - Proposal structure - Partner Identification - Evaluation - Financial aspects - Review of sample proposals This two-day workshop will take place in Songkhla September 2017 Workshop on Effective Proposal Preparation for European Research Funding Programmes by Dr Jose Sepulveda, Director at Applied Research and Technology for Infocomm Centre, Singapore Polytechnic in Singapore Day 1, 14 September :30-09:00 Registration 09:00-09:10 Opening Remarks Introduction of Participants EURAXESS - Researchers in Motion Simon Grimley, Regional Representative, EURAXESS ASEAN Coffee Break Session I What is a proposal? The elements and reasons of a proposal Different writing processes Adapting your proposal to target funding opportunities Identifying the right funding opportunities Q&A Lunch Session II The Elements of a good proposal General structure of a proposal and it s sections What makes a proposal effective? (hands on) Coffee Break Analysis of the grant and systemic view of the proposal (hands on) Discussion and wrap up 2

3 Day 2, 15 September :30-09:00 Registration Session III Writing styles and persuasion 09: Problem/Solution, clarity, and persuasion Identifying significance (hands on) The proposal from the evaluators point of view Coffee Break Describing your approach to convince (hands on) Comparing to state of the art technology Discussion Lunch Session IV Proposal Writing Planning and researching (hands on) Coffee Break Structuring with the end in mind (hands on) Partnering Discussion and Wrap Up End of Program 3

4 Workshop Registration These workshops are free of charge. Participants are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation. Seating is limited so we ask that you please register for any of the above workshops at Dr. Jose Sepulveda About the workshop trainers Dr. Jose Sepulveda is a science and technology professional with extensive international experience focused on technology forecasting, innovation management, and technology productization. He combines his Science background, with his training in Business and Intellectual Property to identify and address, the needs of the market with technological solutions. During his career, he has produced technological solutions for P&G, NXP, NEC, HP, Houston Children s Museum, and a long list of SMEs. He has worked all over the world focusing on a wide range of projects including, Data Analysis, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Biomedical data analysis, Wearable Devices and the Internet of Things. He is now living in Singapore where he works on translational technology as Director of ARTIC. Dr. Sanna Fowler Deputy Director of Development, EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) Originally an immunologist, Sanna decided shortly after her PhD at Oxford that the lab bench was probably better off without her. After a career curveball into sports marketing and communication with the America s Cup sailing team Alinghi, she is happy to have found her way back to science: not in the lab, but in communication and fundraising. She is part of a dynamic team at EPFL, responsible for sharing the school s incredible discovery and innovation and raising the profile of the institution internationally. Sanna is still passionate about science and feels we are living in a time of silent revolution: democratising knowledge and breaking down the barriers between science and society. She has managed several out of the box communication projects including Technologist a radically different European science magazine, Fusebox a crowdsourced innovation platform, as well as conferences and exhibitions aimed at the general public. 4

5 About the organisers Thailand-European Union Policy Dialogues Support Facility (PDSF) The Thailand-European Union Policy Dialogues Support Facility (PDSF) is a programme funded by the European Union to further advance Thailand s cooperation with the EU towards achievement of sustainable economic and social development goals and global integration. The PDSF, started on 15 August 2013, will end in It is implemented by a consortium comprising GOPA Consultants, Development Solutions, Sustainable Development Association and the Franco- Thai Chamber of Commerce. The programme of 3.75 million (THB 150 million) will provide support for activities of mutual benefit to Thailand and the European Union. More information at EURAXESS ASEAN EURAXESS ASEAN supports researcher mobility and career development by providing provides free information and events on research funding, research careers and collaboration opportunities. It is a multidisciplinary network of European and international researchers, scientists, and scholars looking to strengthen research collaboration between Europe and Southeast Asia. The EURAXESS web portal makes it even easier for researchers, entrepreneurs, and businesses in Europe and ASEAN to interact with each other. The portal contains thousands of job postings as well as funding and fellowship opportunities. Join thousands of fellow researcher in the EURAXESS network at asean@euraxess.net Follow us on Facebook: 5

6 The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) The National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA) is a semiautonomous government agency under Thailand Ministry of Science and Technology. NSTDA is tasked to be a driving force to enhance scientific and technological capabilities of Thailand and to enhance the country s competitiveness and the wellbeing of Thai citizens through science and technology. NSTDA is committed to achieve four strategic missions comprising; 1) research & development 2) technology transfer 3) human resource development and 4) S&T infrastructure development, through its four main national research centers; the National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC), the National Metal and Materials Technology Center (MTEC), the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC), and the National Nanotechnology Center (NANOTEC). More information at in ASEAN with Euro, research careers and collaboration op These workshops are being supported by: Chiang Mai University Khon Kaen University Prince of Songkla University 6