Widening Training @ULisboa - Building Connections with the Innovation Ecosystem
Organising Partner (University)
(ULISBOA) University of LisbonLanguage
EnglishPublic
Young researchers ECRsTraining start date
2026-07-14Training end date
2026-07-16Training duration
3-day in-person training; luch-to-lunch
Application deadline
2026-05-31Content
This 3-day in-person training targets PhD students interested in bridging academic research with industry and innovation ecosystems. It explores one guiding question: how can you position your research and skills to create impact beyond academia?
The programme includes networking opportunities, a convivial dinner, and visits to ISA Living Labs, offering exposure to applied innovation settings. Training will be delivered by international Unite! trainers and professionals from non-academic partner organisations.
Intended learning outcomes
A deeper understanding of innovation and its role in research careers
Insights into what industry values in PhD graduates
Practical training on developing a compelling CV for non-academic paths
Skills to pitch an innovation idea effectively to diverse audiences
First-hand perspectives from PhD holders working in industry and innovation professionals
Strategies to connect with and navigate innovation ecosystems
Modality
On-siteFacilitator/Teacher
Cláudia Alexandra Carica FigueiraMaximum number of Participants
23Registration Requirements
Number of available slots for ULisboa participants: 6
Number of available slots for Wrocław Tech participants: 6
Number of available slots for each other Unite! universities : 7 (1 per non-Widening Unite! university)
Number of available slots for other Widening university : 4