What we do

The Hohenheim Research Center for Global Food Security and Ecosystems (GFE) can play an instrumental role from the inception to the delivery of research projects that address inter- and transdisciplinary research in global food security and ecosystems.

In addition to and in cooperation with the Research Support Department, we support scientists in developing (work description and process description in German language) and implementing such research initiatives. In doing so, we offer a range of services for scientists both within and outside University of Hohenheim.

Facilitating inter- and transdisciplinary research

We act as platform for the development and implementation of research projects on global food security and ecosystems within the University of Hohenheim. Our team members possess diverse professional backgrounds linked to this comprehensive research area as well as knowledge and skills in promoting interdisciplinary work and collaboration between actors from research and practice (e.g. farmers, small and medium-sized enterprises, NGOs and policy makers).

Networking

  • Facilitate interdisciplinary networking within the University of Hohenheim
  • Initiate cooperation with external actors (research and civil society) and researchers at Hohenheim
  • Facilitate transdisciplinary research partnerships encompassing the needs and knowledge of farmers, consumers, and policymakers

Project development

  • Track and monitor funding opportunities and share those with scientists from the university
  • Identify and liaise with national / international partners from science, policy and civil society institutions
  • Joint proposal development (e.g. carry out project development workshops)
  • Advise on project ideas and research proposals within thematic areas of the GFE
  • Communication with donors and submission of proposals

Project implementation

  • Coordinate research projects within thematic areas of the GFE
  • Implement knowledge management / brokerage activities in collaborative research projects
  • Research dissemination to a broad audience
  • Carry out multi-stakeholder workshops and policy dialogues/roundtables
  • Organize public information events and conferences