Impact and influence

Your research may have the potential to impact both policy and practice and influence the broader community in a number of ways. Knowing how and where to communicate your research, and understanding how to do so ethically and responsibly, will ensure your research makes an impact.

Useful links

Research impact and metrics
ARC Research Impact Principles and Framework
Australian Science Media Centre - Using Social Media
ORCID: Get your ORCID before your Confirmation

Upcoming sessions
Past sessions

Networking in the digital space [Dutton Park]

21 May 2025 1:00pm–3:00pm

in Impact and influence

This session will provide tips and tricks for making contact through digital means.

Maximising Research Impact: Strategies to strengthen your track record during your PhD [St Lucia]

28 May 2025 10:00am–11:30am

in Impact and influence

Learn how to articulate and showcase your research impact through practical strategies, real-world examples, and reflective exercises in this interactive workshop.

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact [St Lucia] TENTATIVE

19 June 2025 10:00am–12:00pm

in Impact and influence

Understand the strategic value of networking. Identify networking opportunities.

Policy 101: Understanding public policy and its making [St Lucia]

22 July 2025 10:30am–12:30pm

in Impact and influence

Develop a scholarly appreciation of public policy and identify how it impacts your research.

Research impact: Planning for optimal impact and engagement [St Lucia]

9 September 2025 12:00pm–1:30pm

in Impact and influence

Deepen your understanding of research impact and developing an action plan for achieving impact. Formulate your action plan for maximising research impact.

Promoting your research impact: Collecting evidence of research engagement [webinar]

22 October 2025 10:00am–11:30am

in Impact and influence

Learn about research metrices and social media impact. Find out how and where you can start making an impact with your research. (Previously known as Making and measuring research impact: an introduction)

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact [webinar] TENTATIVE

18 November 2025 10:00am–12:00pm

in Impact and influence

Communicating for impact outside academia [St Lucia]

24 November 2025 10:00am–12:00pm

in Impact and influence

Learn to communicate your research to the broader community.

Data literacy, storytelling and influencing decision-makers [webinar]

22 November 2024 9:00am–1:00pm

in Impact and influence

This course is designed for HDR students aiming to master the skills of identifying, interpreting, and drawing informed conclusions from diverse data sources.