For YUFE, the process of assessing impact serves several key purposes. First, it demonstrates accountability and transparency to its stakeholders, ensuring that resources are used responsibly and that initiatives generate meaningful outcomes. Second, it informs decision-making by providing data-driven insights to refine strategies, improve programmes, and, where necessary, discontinue activities that do not yield sufficient value. In this way, impact…
The YUFE Competence Framework for Researchers is inspired by existing frameworks at some YUFE universities, and the European Competence Framework for Researchers (ResearchComp) that is currently under development (European Commission, Directorate-General for Research and Innovation, 2022). The aim is to to identify, develop and reward talents, in order to increase societal impact across Europe, and to reach high-quality research and…
Supporting the professional development of postdoctoral researchers is essential to develop their skills and increase their employability within their current appointment and beyond. Apart from training and informal learning opportunities, guidance by their supervisor (principal investigator – PI) or another mentor is essential for further growth. On top of training and informal learning opportunities, and guiding by a scientific supervisor,…
Through its YUFE approach to Doctoral and Postdoctoral Training, YUFE aims to foster responsible research practices. A key aspect of this initiative is the creation of a framework for joint supervision and mentoring. This initiative further supports the YUFE joint research agenda, strengthens research collaborations, and contributes to the development of early-career researchers. The framework proposes guidelines for joint supervision…
This glossary has been developed by the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity work group to facilitate a shared understanding of terms used in the YUFE ED&I Strategy and in further documents related to equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
