Innovate for Impact - How much impact is in your research? - Young Entrepreneurs in Science (Graduiertenzentrum)

Using the Golden Circle, participants reflect on the “why” behind their research. They also learn about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and consider how their work can contribute to these global goals. 

Participants are guided step by step from reflecting on their personal “why” to identifying relevant SDGs and developing initial ideas for practical applications. Methods from the field of social entrepreneurship and the Business Model Canvas are used to make the transfer of research into social impact tangible.

The workshop offers sufficient space for individual reflection and further development of ideas in groups. The focus is on personal engagement with one's own research topics as well as exchange and joint work in breakout sessions.

Objective: Participants recognize the importance of purpose-driven innovation, place their research in the context of the SDGs, and develop ideas on how their results can have an impact on society and the economy.

Trainer: Sümeyra Özbek
Target group: Doctoral students & postdocs
Participants: max. 30
Language: English
Time: October 23, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Mode: Online

Registration for researchers at TU Dortmund University and Ruhr University Bochum

Registration

Take your career into your own hands in the Young Entrepreneurs in Science Workshop. Develop potential startup ideas together with other PhDs and postdocs of all disciplines, network with real-life sciencepreneurs, and learn about career options after the PhD. Our innovation coaches from Young Entrepreneurs in Science (YES)  and the CET will help you to discover the potential of your research by building your first prototype. Participation grants you a personalized certificate and exclusive access to our online network for scientists.