Practicalities of Cross-Institution & Cross-Country Collaborations
Leticia Rittner1
1University of Campinas, Campinas, Brazil

Synopsis

Keywords: Transferable skills: Project management

Cross-country collaborations can be challenging, but the rewards of working with diverse teams are significant. In this talk, I will share my experience and lessons learned from collaborating across borders on grant-funded projects. I will discuss practicalities such as building relationships across cultures and managing projects across time zones and language barriers. I will emphasize the importance of including students in the collaboration and provide suggestions on how to do so effectively. Our aim is to provide practical guidance to researchers embarking on cross-country collaborations, so they can avoid common pitfalls and maximize the benefits of working with global partners.

Introduction

Importance of cross-country collaborations on grantsObjectives of the talkBrief overview of speakers' experience with cross-country collaborations

Preparing for Cross-Country Collaborations

  • Identifying potential collaborators and partners
  • Conducting due diligence on potential collaborators
  • Building trust and relationships with collaborators
  • Examples of successful and unsuccessful collaboration experiences

Overcoming Challenges and Maximizing Opportunities

  • Understanding cultural differences and nuances
  • Developing effective communication strategies
  • Addressing language barriers and time zone differences
  • Leveraging diverse perspectives and expertise

Importance of Student Collaboration

  • Benefits of including students from both institutions
  • Strategies for involving students in cross-country collaborations
  • Examples of successful student collaboration experiences

Best Practices and Lessons Learned

  • Sharing success stories and lessons learned
  • Discussing challenges and solutions
  • Highlighting best practices for successful cross-country collaborations
  • Key takeaways and recommendations

Acknowledgements

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References

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Proc. Intl. Soc. Mag. Reson. Med. 31 (2023)