Guides & Templates
Empower your research journey with our carefully curated collection of guides and templates. Whether you're just starting to choose a topic or finalizing your thesis, we have resources to support you at every stage.
Below is a flowchart to guide your thinking on choosing your thesis topic.
Topic Selection
Guides
Identifying High-Impact Research Areas: Learn how to spot research topics with the potential for significant real-world impact.
Aligning Your Interests with Global Priorities: Discover how to find a thesis topic that excites you and addresses crucial global challenges.
Navigating Neglected Research Areas: Explore the benefits and challenges of pursuing understudied but potentially high-impact topics.
Templates
Topic Evaluation Matrix: A spreadsheet to help you compare potential research topics based on various impact and feasibility criteria.
Research Design
Guides
Crafting a Theory of Change for Your Research: Learn how to map out the potential impact pathway of your research.
Ethical Considerations in High-Impact Research: Navigate the ethical challenges that can arise when tackling significant global issues.
Interdisciplinary Research Approaches: Explore methods for effectively combining insights from multiple disciplines.
Templates
Research Proposal Template: A customizable template for creating a compelling research proposal.
Literature Review Matrix: Organize and analyze relevant literature efficiently.
Writing & Structure
Guides
Structuring Your Thesis for Maximum Impact: Learn how to organize your thesis to clearly communicate its importance and findings.
Effective Academic Writing for Global Challenges: Hone your writing skills to articulate complex ideas and their real-world implications.
Citing for Impact: Beyond Academic Requirements: Understand how to use citations to bolster your argument and highlight key influences.
Templates
Thesis Outline Template: A flexible outline adaptable for various types of impactful research projects.
Chapter Planning Worksheet: Plan each chapter to ensure a cohesive and impactful overall thesis.
Impact Assessment
Guides
Measuring the Potential Impact of Your Research: Learn various methods for estimating and articulating the potential real-world effects of your work.
Communicating Impact to Different Audiences: Tailor your impact message for academic, policy, and general audiences.
Templates
Impact Assessment Framework: A structured approach to evaluating the potential and actual impact of your research.
Stakeholder Mapping Tool: Identify and analyze key stakeholders who might benefit from or be influenced by your research.
Presentation & Defense
Guides
Presenting Impactful Research: Tips for effectively communicating your research and its importance during presentations.
Handling Questions About Real-World Impact: Prepare for and confidently address questions about the broader implications of your work.
Templates
Thesis Defense Presentation Template: A customizable slide deck template for showcasing your research and its impact.
Elevator Pitch Worksheet: Craft a concise, compelling summary of your research and its significance.
Career Development
Guides
From Thesis to Career: Leveraging Your Research for Impact: Explore career paths that allow you to build on your impactful research.
Networking for Impactful Researchers: Learn how to connect with others in your field and related areas of impact.
Templates
Personal Development Plan: Map out your goals and steps for a high-impact research career.
CV Template for Impact-Focused Researchers: Highlight your commitment to impactful work in your curriculum vitae.
Feedback and Suggestions
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Remember, these guides and templates are here to support you, but the most impactful research comes from your unique insights and dedication. Use these resources as a starting point, and don't hesitate to adapt them to your specific needs and research goals.
Your research has the power to make a real difference. Let's make it count!