DESCRIPTION:

Objectives:

• Gain a basic understanding of the role of Social Sciences and Psychology in multidisciplinary scientific research projects;
• Become familiar with approaches to integrating SSH perspectives during the design of research proposals and project work packages;
• Be introduced to selected social science and behavioral research methods that can complement natural science and technological research;
• Understand the importance of stakeholder engagement and co-creation processes in research and innovation projects;
• Explore ways to enhance the societal and policy relevance of research projects.

Agenda:

1. The Role of Social Sciences in Multidisciplinary Research;
2. Integrating SSH in Research Project Design;
3. Introduction to Social Science and Behavioral Methods;
4. Stakeholder Engagement and Co-creation;
5. Considering Social and Policy Impact

Target:

It is particularly relevant for participants who:

• Are involved in multidisciplinary research projects;
• Plan to apply for national or international research funding (e.g., Horizon Europe, FCT, …);
• Are interested in integrating Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) into scientific research projects;
• Work in fields where stakeholder engagement, social impact, and policy relevance are important.

Instructor: Ana Rita Farias

Ana is a researcher at Universidade Lusófona and HEI-Lab, specializing in social psychology, behavioral science, and multidisciplinary research integration. Her work focuses on understanding how psychological and social factors shape decision-making in domains such as sustainability, technology adoption, and public policy.