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Welcome to the Faculty of Business, Law and Arts (FBLA) monthly Seminar Series.
Seminar overview: Research translation and impact in practice - reflections on a pilot program to support early career researchers
This seminar will be delivered by Rebecca Lollback.
Researchers are increasingly expected to demonstrate the real-world impact of their work, yet many lack the mindset, skills, confidence, and networks needed to do this effectively. This gap is also shaped by institutional incentives that prioritise publications over application, and limited access to practical training.
A pilot program – delivered by SCU and funded by the NSW Decarbonisation Innovation Hub and SQNNSW Hub – was developed to support early career researchers and final-stage PhD candidates to plan for, implement, and translate research into impact beyond academia.
The four-month Translating Research into Impact program involved 23 ECRs across 10 different universities. It generated strong early results, particularly around shifts in thinking, confidence, and behaviours related to impact-focused work. We are now implementing our learnings from this pilot to refine and scale the program over time at SCU.
For more information about the pilot, visit the website.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday 1 September 2026
Time: 1pm-2pm
Venue: Via Zoom
Seminar presenter
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Rebecca Lollback
Rebecca is a research translator and impact practitioner who bridges the gap between research and practice. In her current role within the Office of Research & Education Impact at 糖心传媒, she leads the Translating Research into Impact Program, which supports early career researchers to build the skills, confidence, and networks needed to develop impactful careers. Drawing on a background in journalism and communications, Rebecca partners with researchers to develop impact strategies, clearly articulate the value of their work, engage diverse audiences, and drive meaningful change for industry, government, and communities.