Alliance4Life_ACTIONS

Self-assessment Report Template

This document provides a structured template for assessing institutional performance and research culture. It includes methodologies for self-evaluation, online survey design, and benchmarking analysis to support continuous improvement.

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Public version of Self-assessment Report

This report analyzes research performance across Alliance4Life institutions, assessing governance, management, and culture. It includes benchmarking and SWOT insights to guide strategic improvements and policy recommendations for strengthening research excellence in CEE.

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Peer-evaluation reports

This evaluation report presents peer reviews of research institutions within Alliance4Life. It provides insights into governance, scientific performance, and institutional culture, offering recommendations for strategic development and best practices in research excellence.

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Reflection of evaluation conclusions in institutional strategies

This report explores how evaluation outcomes have influenced institutional strategies across Alliance4Life members. It highlights key actions taken in response to peer-review recommendations, demonstrating the impact of assessments on research governance and development.

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RMA Academy resource database

This catalog features a range of courses designed to meet the specific needs of partner institutions, covering topics like grant management, compliance, and strategic planning. With trainers from 12 prestigious institutions across 11 countries, it offers diverse perspectives and expertise.

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Report on Research Integrity

These policy recommendations aim to strengthen research integrity and ethics across institutions, offering adaptable guidance based on each institution's needs. They cover values like reliability, honesty, accountability, and ethical principles to support good scientific practice.

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Green Labs Best Practice

The A4L_ACTIONS partners recognize the challenges of reducing environmental impact in research and explore “green lab” approaches. A survey on eco-friendly practices was conducted to identify good practices and areas for improvement, guiding future strategies and training.

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Report on Green Labs piloting

Scientific research is energy-intensive and creates significant single-use plastic waste, negatively impacting the environment. To address this,  Alliance partners aimed to introduce and pilot the Green Lab concept while maintaining proper biomedical research conditions. 

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Mini-Conference Report

The cycle of Alliance Mini-Conferences offers an opportunity for excellent researchers to convene, discuss their research results, and explore collaboration opportunities, primarily through the A4L Seed Fund call, which is open to all researchers from the Alliance Partnership who wish to collaborate within the research areas defined by each Mini-Conference theme.

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Open Access to A4L Facilities Deliverable

The Alliance4Life member institutions provide access to life sciences technologies and services to study cellular components and macromolecules, including proteins, nucleic acids, and their complexes, from atomic to cellular resolution.

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Best Practices in Career System Deliverable

Members of Alliance4Life mapped best practices in career systems for life sciences research, including self-assessment of HR systems in 12 CEE research organizations. The detailed report, available to others, offers insights to improve HR practices and support researcher career development.

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Impact assessment of Open Access to Alliance4Life facilities

This report assesses the impact of Open Access to Alliance4Life facilities, analyzing applications, evaluation, and implementation phases. It provides insights into user participation, project outcomes, and overall effectiveness. The findings highlight the benefits and challenges of open-access research collaboration.

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Excellence map in Central and Eastern Europe

This report maps research excellence in Central and Eastern Europe through grant analysis and bibliometric research. It identifies leading researchers and institutions in life sciences, offering insights into funding schemes and scientific impact across the region.

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Call for Seed Fund

The Seed Fund supports short-term collaborative projects among Alliance4Life institutions, fostering research partnerships in Central and Eastern Europe. This document outlines the application process, eligibility criteria, and funding details.

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White Paper on Combining Research, Teaching and Medical Practice

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Progress report HR action

This document is the final report on career system upgrades within A4L member organizations. It outlines the HR context in 2021, advancements from HR Action Plans, and specific actions taken, with further details in the annex.

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Skills Academy resource database

The catalog offers workshops by expert trainers from A4L institutions for PhD students, researchers, and support staff. Details include summaries, trainer info, and delivery modes. Workshops are available onsite, online, and at A4L institutions.

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Report on Early Stage Researcher`s Retreats

The report provides an overview of the Early Stage Researchers' Retreats organized by Alliance4Life, highlighting key events, networking opportunities, and training sessions. The retreats engaged over 500 researchers across Central and Eastern Europe, focusing on career development, industry collaboration, and scientific innovation

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Training program for Technology Transfer professionals

This document outlines a comprehensive training program designed to enhance the skills of Technology Transfer professionals in Central and Eastern Europe. It covers key topics such as negotiation, technology valuation, and industry collaboration, supporting the transfer of research innovations to market.

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Guidelines to Address Technology Transfer Issues

This document provides strategic guidelines to address key challenges in technology transfer within Central and Eastern Europe. It highlights barriers, industry feedback, and best practices to enhance collaboration between academia and industry, fostering innovation and commercialization of research.

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Success stories about relation with industry

This document showcases successful collaborations between research institutions and industry, highlighting best practices, challenges overcome, and key takeaways. These stories illustrate the impact of strategic partnerships in translating scientific innovations into real-world applications.

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Policy Paper on Efficienty of Widening Measures

This policy paper evaluates the effectiveness of widening measures in European research funding, focusing on their impact in Central and Eastern Europe. It provides key insights, challenges, and recommendations to enhance inclusivity and competitiveness in the European Research Area.

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Summary report on national Trigger Events

This report summarizes national trigger events organized by Alliance4Life, highlighting key discussions, policy recommendations, and stakeholder engagement. It provides insights into regional research challenges, institutional reforms, and strategies to enhance collaboration and innovation.

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