Cooperation tools
Tools to support cooperation and shape international partnerships
Cooperation tools enable strategic and efficient international cooperation between academic institutions. Specifically, this refers to structural, programmatic and procedural measures such as:
- Specialised competence centres in administration, human resources, legal departments and international offices provide advice and support for international collaborations with regard to staff recruitment and legal aspects of cooperation agreements.
- Support programmes such as academic exchange initiatives, scholarships or targeted recruitment measures promote the implementation of cooperation strategies, inspire international knowledge transfer, and facilitate the integration of new researchers.
- Clear work processes ensure the successful handling of international collaborations – from the application process to contract agreements and hosting of international guests.
- Systematic monitoring, for example through tools such as a central cooperation register or regular partnership evaluations, helps to assess the strategic benefits of existing partnerships and identify risks at an early stage.
Establishing specific tools for cooperation and workflow management increases the value and quality of international research cooperation and strengthens institutional competitiveness.
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Good practice in international scientific cooperation
We have curated best practices from publicly available guidelines on research security in international R&I cooperation. This resource aims to support you in establishing and implementing measures to protect the scientific achievements and work of your institution.