I4WORLD

1st Intensive course (2024): Imaging and characterisation methods, theoretical principles and applications

Content: Understanding principles of electromagnetic radiation interaction with matter, principles of electronic, vibrational, and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies, the use of imaging (e.g. MRI, X-Ray, optical, electron, and scanning probe microscopies), the principles of diffraction methods, possibilities of different methods and the latest developments. Imaging and characterisation methods in applied sciences: combining methods. Practical limitations. Requirements for on-line measurements. Requirements for medical measurement and imaging. Computational interpretation of experimental results.

Objectives: Understanding principles, requirements, limitations and possibilities of different methods and the latest developments.

Mode of delivery: lectures and demonstrations, 27-31.5.2024.

Responsible teacher: Matti Alatalo

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2nd Intensive course (2025): Methods for image and spectral data analysis and interpretation

Objectives: ESRs will learn how to take full advantage of the computational methods available to process, enhance and analyse their imaging and characterisation data. Use of computer vision and computer learning algorithms for image processing and analysis. First principles calculations as a tool for interpreting characterisation data. Principal component analysis for spectroscopic and multimodal data.

Mode of delivery: Lectures, computer exercises and training through tests. Time: 9-13.6.2025.

3rd Intensive course (2026): Future perspectives for imaging and characterisation methods

Objectives: A closer look at the methods developed and the good practices adopted in the research projects. Doctoral researchers will give hands on training to each other in their areas of expertise.

Mode of delivery: Lectures, demonstrations and hands on training. Time: Planned execution 2026.

Objectives: After successfully completing the course, the doctoral researcher is able to outline the four dimensions of sustainability (ecological, economic, social and cultural) and root causes for the urgent sustainability transition need. The doctoral researcher knows the contents of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and is able to analyze how his/her research relates to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from both local and global perspectives. In addition, the doctoral researcher is able to explain the principles of sustainability assessment and sustainability assessment methods, such as Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and has skills to assess the sustainability of his/her research.

Content: Concept and dimensions of sustainability. Root causes for the sustainability transition need. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development with SDGs. Analysis of the relation between SDGs and an individual research project. Principles of sustainability assessment. Sustainability assessment methods. Sustainability assessment of an individual research project.

Mode of delivery: Lectures, assignments, and exercise related to an individual research project (portfolio).

Time: 19-23.5.2025

Responsible teacher: Virpi Väisänen

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During the course ESRs will learn how they can maximise the impact of their work by presenting their results to different stakeholders. The course includes training in open science skills, social media, scientific communication, communication with the general public, participation in international thematic forums. The specific courses will be given by guest specialists (for example from media and journals). Hands on training given in dissemination to academic and communication with non specialist target groups, including open science and social media skills. Personal Dissemination and Communication plan drawn and updated in collaboration with ESR supervisors.

Objectives: ESRs will learn how to identify, reach and communicate with relevant stakeholders and target audiences to increase impact. Realisation of dissemination and communication activities are an integral part of the course.

Mode of delivery: Starting November 14th, 2023 and continuous course during the programme. ESRs will in undertake mandatory communication activities of their research. One lecture day and two follow up meeting per year.

Responsible teacher: Satu Ojala

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Course will provide the tools for ideation of new solutions and how to recognise new inventions based on research results. After the training, ESRs will have the skills to assess the applicability of their results for commercialisation, knowledge of the requirements and steps in commercialisation of the research results, and skills to establish a collaboration that can implement commercial utilisation of the results. The seamless collaboration with the University Innovation Centre will ensure recognition of possible new inventions and sparring sessions for successful funding applications will be organised.

Objectives: Understanding the innovation process and learning how to productise their own expertise and research results. Importance of intellectual property rights in research and business, understanding how ideas can be developed toward new business opportunities.

Mode of delivery: The course will consist of 7 different mandatory modules. Course-modules include lectures and practical exercises plus annual coaching sessions with University Innovation Centre. Starting February 2024.

Responsible teacher: Maarit Jokela

Course will provide unbiased introduction to gender inequality in science and R&D even today. Case examples of bias in medical research, design in automotive industry and software design are used to perspective growth. Group work exercises and presentations are set to realize the added value of the gender balance and diversity as presented e.g. in EC “Gendered Innovations” reports. Objective is to provide the capabilities for open and transparent view for the ESR’s to recognize and pay attention to diversity and equality aspect on their research and future careers.

Mode of delivery: Lecture seminars and group work. Starting October 19th, 2023. Altogether five gatherings will be arranged biannually (2023-2025).

Responsible teacher: Mervi Heikkinen

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Introduction to Doctoral Training (1 ECTS)

Scientific Research and Ethics (2 ECTS)

Doctoral training plan (3 ECTS)

Research Plan Seminar (1 ECTS)

Follow Up Group meetings and reporting (1 ECTS)

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I4WORLD leader Professor Marko Huttula

I4WORLD coordinator PhD Henna Longi

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