Speaker：John B.F. de Wit 教授, 荷蘭烏得勒支大學跨學科社會科學系、公共衛生學教授, 悉尼新南威爾士大學健康社會研究中心 訪問教授

Time： 13:00-15:00, April 29, 2025

Venue：博雅學堂201（哲學樓跨樓）

Host：甘怡群教授

Abstract

Funding acquisition and paper publication are critical elements of contemporary scientific endeavours, with great importance in advancing individual careers and institutional standing. As competition for resources intensifies amidst growing global academic players, researchers face new challenges, including increased skepticism toward science, scarce reviewer availability, and the rise of (semi) predatory journals. The presentation addresses the need for a thoughtful approach to funding acquisition and paper publication, acknowledging that success involves both deliberate effort and elements of chance. Key success factors include aligning with funding purposes and journal scope, ensuring high-quality contributions underpinned by solid theory and robust methods, and demonstrating commitment to thorough, patient, and persistent work. The role of consultants in grant writing is also discussed, focusing on the importance of realistic ambitions, budgets, and maintaining research integrity to ensure ethical and effective funding applications. Lastly, the presentation highlights the evolving broader concept of research impact, particularly the shift toward valuing concrete societal contributions as outlined in the San Francisco Declaration of Research Achievement (DORA).

Bio

Professor John B.F. de Wit has three decades of experience in academia, research leadership, and policy advising. A social psychologist by training, he works across disciplines including health psychology, health promotion and social epidemiology to address public health challenges, particularly among disadvantaged populations. His work spans infectious and noncommunicable diseases, health equity, and behavior change. He has published widely, led numerous national and international research projects, and served on editorial boards and advisory committees globally. His current work emphasizes socio-ecological approaches and participatory methods to advance health and wellbeing across populations.

2025-04-22