The NRIN-on-Tour aims to engage the Dutch and international scientific communities in a dialogue on the current challenges and opportunities to foster responsible research practices at Higher Education Institutions.
The NRIN-on-Tour will host onsite sessions across Dutch Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences, with online streaming to those outside the Netherlands and those unable to travel to the host institution.
In each session, experts from the host institution will present a relevant topic related to Research Integrity, Open Science, and Responsible Conduct of Research and discuss with the audience the challenges and opportunities related to the topic presented. The onsite and online participants will be invited to ask questions and engage in an interactive dialogue with the speaker and audience.
Each session will be recorded and later included on the NRIN-on-Tour page
Would you like to share your latest research on the topics above? Would you like to be part of the NRIN-on-Tour as a host? Feel free to email us at info@nrin.nl! We would be delighted to organise a session together!
Key Information
When
There is no fixed periodicity for the NRIN-on-Tour sessions. The dates for each session will be decided with the host institution
Where
Hybrid – onsite and online (Zoom)
Topics
Various on Research Integrity / Ethics, Open Science and Responsible Conduct of Research.
Lecturers
Experts in the field of good scientific practices.
Audience
Students (including bachelor and master students), early career researchers (including PhD candidates and junior researchers), senior career researchers and academics, policy makers and anyone with an interest in the topics presented. Both in the Netherlands and internationally.
Language
English.
Price
Free.
Registration
Required. Those attending online will receive a zoom link prior to the session
Programme
Hackathon on Sustainability in Academia (in celebration of Andrea Kis’ PhD defence)
TU Eindhoven
30th January 2025, 11:00 – 16:00 CET
More to be announced!
Hackathon on Sustainability in Academia
TU Eindhoven, Vertigo 5.07 - 13:00 (starting with lunch 13:00-14:00, then hackathon 14:00-16:00)
Join us at TU Eindhoven or online (Zoom) for an exciting and collaborative hackathon inspired by the themes of Andrea Kis’ dissertation on the sustainability of scientific systems. Hosted by NRIN as its inaugural “NRIN-on-Tour” event, this hackathon will bring together researchers, experts, and stakeholders to tackle key challenges in academia, including academic mental health, research reliability, and the experiences of PhD candidates.
Participants will work in small groups* led by committee members and invited guest experts to brainstorm, discuss, and develop actionable solutions or ideas for follow-up research, initiatives, and programs. Over 2 hours, each group will focus on a central theme, culminating in a presentation of innovative outcomes.
Let’s collaborate to shape a more sustainable and inclusive academic future!
*Those attending online will be able to actively share their ideas and engage with other group members!
Andrea Kis
PhD defence title: Surviving academia - Studies on the sustainability of science and academic careers
Open invitation - TU Eindhoven promotion room, Atlas 0.710 (11:00 - gather starting 10:30, doors close at 11:00 sharp)
This doctoral thesis explores the sustainability of scientific systems with a focus on the human aspects of science, particularly researchers. It addresses three interrelated themes: (1) the experiences of early-career researchers in their work environments and career trajectories, (2) the psychological values influencing academic researchers’ decisions, and (3) the sustainability of science in terms of knowledge reliability and the longevity of the academic system. Using a mixed-methods approach, including conceptual analysis, interviews, surveys, and statistical methods, the thesis emphasizes a human-centered perspective on barriers to sustainability in science.
The dissertation comprises six chapters. Chapter 2 examines PhD candidates in the Netherlands, highlighting challenges such as inadequate supervision and unhealthy research environments, which contribute to career dissatisfaction and attrition, countering sustainable development goals. Chapters 3 and 4 introduce and validate the Academic Research Values scale, underscoring the importance of understanding researchers’ values to enhance scientific careers and inclusivity in academia. Chapter 5 integrates these topics through a sustainability framework, addressing systemic flaws in academia by linking knowledge reliability with workforce longevity and proposing solutions for a more sustainable scientific system.
About the PhD candidate:
Andrea Kis is a PhD candidate at TU Eindhoven, dedicated to exploring the experiences of researchers and the interplay between psychological and environmental factors in academia. Her research focuses on fostering sustainability in science and academic careers.
Andrea earned her MSc in Environmental Psychology from the University of Groningen, building on a multidisciplinary foundation as a Behavioral Analyst, Information Scientist, and Designer. Her interdisciplinary perspective and commitment to (social) sustainability are evident in her active involvement with initiatives like NRIN, ReMO, FORRT, WISE, the Low Carbon Initiative, and Social Safety groups.
Beyond research, Andrea serves as a Mental Health Ambassador and engages in science communication and policy advocacy, leveraging her work to promote a healthier and more sustainable academic environment.