Towards a Shared Language: Collaboration follow up and Retreat Preparation

In preparation for the upcoming SMART Retreat and as part of the ongoing collaboration follow-up, SMART doctoral researchers came together to present and refine their collaboration pitches, exploring connections and new directions for joint research.

Combining group exercises with trainer feedback from Dr. Vincen Botella-Soler , participants reworked their pitches, exchanged constructive input and uncovered new links across projects.

Agenda highlights:

• Pitch & Feedback: Presentation of project pitches and peer feedback.
• Connecting the Dots: Group discussions and exercises to identify shared interests and complementary approaches.
• Refine & Create: Refinement of existing ideas and development of new collaborative pitches inspired by the morning’s discussions.

The workshop led to merged proposals, adjustments and newly discovered connections. It represented another step forward in developing a shared language and strengthening collaboration within SMART.

Marc Schumacher

Institute of Medical Biometry and Statistics,
Faculty of Medicine and Medical Center –
University of Freiburg