The Danish Council for Research and Innovation commissioned a very insightful study about the benefits and barriers of hosting international research conferences. This was executed by Aalborg University and Wonderful Copenhagen.
Through an extensive analysis of previously held conferences, interviews, and research, the Council was able to determine the most common advantages and hurdles that universities and researchers faced when planning these types of international meetings.
The study concluded that individual researchers benefit most in terms of networking opportunities and increased visibility. The host institution and research environment also experienced an increase in visibility, as well as better access to recruitment.
Although the study highlights several barriers to hosting international conferences, the research supports that the most prominent barriers are both lack of time and resources.
We don’t want to spoil it all for you, so be sure to check out the complete study here.
