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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society)

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ARIS strengthens the research ecosystem to support meaningful real-world impact across all disciplines. NSF OIA 2334906 researchinsociety.org

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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Writing a BI plan (or building an impact portfolio)? "The Handbook of Broader Impacts" gives you concrete tools, from science communication to K-12 partnerships & guidance for building competencies that count in careers, including promotion and tenure. Available now msupress.org/978161186575...
"The Handbook of Broader Impacts" is available now https://msupress.org/9781611865752/the-handbook-of-broader-impacts
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Samuel Ramsey, Ph.D. His work strengthens pollinator health worldwide by helping shift beekeeping from crisis response to prevention. researchinsociety.org/award/samuel...
Samuel Ramsey, Ph.D.
2026 Emerging BI Leader
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Whether you are a researcher or an institutional leader, ARIS provides the tools to make your work more relevant and responsive to society. Check out #ARISInsights carousel to learn: BI-RI-SI spectrum differences and why knowing the difference is important. Visit: researchinsociety.org
ARIS graphic: Why storytelling is key to funding and support.ARIS message: Connect your science to society; communicate human impact.ARIS framework: Navigate the BI–RI–SI impact spectrum to define milestones.ARIS definitions: Broader Impacts (BI) and Research Impact (RI) as the foundation.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Mayank Kejriwal, Ph.D., of USC. His DIG tool helps 200+ U.S. law enforcement agencies identify trafficking patterns, strengthen investigations, and support victim rescue. researchinsociety.org/award/mayank...
Mayank Kejriwal, Ph.D.
2026 Emerging Broader Impacts Leader
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Rod N. Williams, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Outreach and Engagement at Texas Tech University. His work has helped institutions worldwide strengthen engaged scholarship and community partnership infrastructure. buff.ly/gpkgGGL
Rod N. Williams, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Outreach and Engagement, Texas Tech University

2026 Enduring Achievement Award
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Join the ARIS Research Impact Community of Practice (RICoP) from September 2026 through May 2028! Apply by July 24: researchinsociety.org/training/ari...
Join the ARIS Research Impact Community of Practice (RICoP) from September 2026 through May 2028! Apply by July 24: https://researchinsociety.org/training/aris-community-of-practice/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Strong research is a great start. To stand out at NSF (and beyond), connect your work to real-world societal impact. #ARISInsights: BI = why it matters • RI = how change happens • SI = what improves over time. Swipe to see how ARIS supports impact at every level. researchinsociety.org
ARIS graphic: Why storytelling is key to funding and support.ARIS message: Connect your science to society; communicate human impact.ARIS framework: Navigate the BI–RI–SI impact spectrum to define milestones.ARIS definitions: Broader Impacts (BI) and Research Impact (RI) as the foundation.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Oscar Schofield, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor at Rutgers University. His work connects research, educator training, rescue modeling, and public science literacy. buff.ly/yBxcwGb
Oscar Schofield, Ph.D.
2026 Enduring Achievement Award
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Join the Impact Atlas Pilot Group! ARIS is inviting a small cohort of institutional teams to pilot the Impact Atlas, a diagnostic and planning framework that helps institutions coordinate, measure and act on research impact. Sign up for the July 29 informational session: buff.ly/w8RT0O3
Join the Impact Atlas Pilot Group!

ARIS is inviting a small cohort of institutional teams to pilot the Impact Atlas, a diagnostic and planning framework that helps institutions coordinate, measure and act on research impact. 

Learn more and sign up for the July 29 informational session:  https://researchinsociety.org/training/ri3/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Higher ed institutions power talent, ideas&regional innovation in the US&around the world. The NSF EPIIC program tested a fast, high-support approach to help strengthen proposals, build capacity&compete more effectively for funding. The result: a practical framework called IHE APPLI buff.ly/YP62H0H
IHE APPLI Guidebook cover featuring ARIS and NORDP logos, title ‘IHE APPLI Guidebook,’ subtitle about embedding research development support in grant competitions, and photos of professionals collaborating in meeting sessions with colorful triangular graphic accents.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
The Center for Science and the Schools (CSATS) connects universities with K–12 educators to expand STEM learning and participation nationwide. It’s this week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday program and was also #ARISAwards 2022 Enduring Achievement Award winner. researchinsociety.org/award/center...
Graphic announcing the 2022 Enduring Achievement Award with a group photo labeled ‘Center for Science and the Schools (CSATS)’; ARIS logo
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We are proud to announce Dr. Divya Sitaraman, East Bay Associate Professor of Psychology, at @calstate.bsky.social as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows researchinsociety.org/aris-announc...
Dr. Divya Sitaraman, East Bay Associate Professor of Psychology, at California State University, 2026 ARIS Research Fellow
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Join us to learn more about RICoP! The ARIS Research Impact Communities of Practice provides a collaborative space for professional growth, shared learning & peer connection so Research Impact professionals can do their best work. Reg to join office hours 11-11:45am CT July 15: buff.ly/LxQJzXz
Join the ARIS Research Impact Community of Practice (RICoP) from September 2026 through May 2028! Apply by July 24: https://researchinsociety.org/training/aris-community-of-practice/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Zooniverse, led by Lucy Fortson and Laura Trouille. With nearly 3 million participants and 500+ projects, Zooniverse is the world’s largest online citizen science platform. buff.ly/GIZmdmm
Lucy Fortson and Laura Trouille for the Zooniverse Team

2026 Impact Innovations Award
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Writing a BI plan (or building an impact portfolio)? "The Handbook of Broader Impacts" gives you concrete tools, from science communication to K-12 partnerships & guidance for building competencies that count in careers, including promotion and tenure. Available now msupress.org/978161186575...
"The Handbook of Broader Impacts" is available now https://msupress.org/9781611865752/the-handbook-of-broader-impacts
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Faculty & research pros from across the University of Illinois gathered for a workshop on designing stronger broader impacts. Led by ARIS ED Susan Renoe, participants explored strategies to strengthen proposals for external funding: buff.ly/WI80zkA
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Faculty gather for workshop on research impact | College of Liberal Arts & Sciences | Illinois
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
NSF’s EPIIC program built a live, intensive support model that helped institutions prepare stronger proposals in real time. Now those lessons have been turned into a customizable guide: IHE APPLI. For anyone wanting to expand research capacity, this is a must read: buff.ly/YP62H0H
IHE APPLI Guidebook cover featuring ARIS and NORDP logos, title ‘IHE APPLI Guidebook,’ subtitle about embedding research development support in grant competitions, and photos of professionals collaborating in meeting sessions with colorful triangular graphic accents.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
#ARISAwards 2022 Emerging Broader Impacts Leader Dr. Adriana Bankston’s past and current research and policy work is in-line with a focus to connect scientific work with the society-at-large. She’s also this week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday feature. researchinsociety.org/award/adrian...
Graphic announcing the 2022 Emerging Broader Impacts Award with a portrait of Dr. Adriana Bankston; ARIS logo.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Join the ARIS Research Impact Community of Practice (RICoP) from September 2026 through May 2028! Apply by July 24: researchinsociety.org/training/ari...
Join the ARIS Research Impact Community of Practice (RICoP) from September 2026 through May 2028! Apply by July 24: https://researchinsociety.org/training/aris-community-of-practice/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
ARIS Insights is where we highlight and share resources that will help you with your #BroaderImpacts programs from inception to impact. Today, we're featuring our Guiding Principles 2.0 designed help proposal writers create effective BI plans: researchinsociety.org/resources/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We’ve been hard at work building a diagnostic & planning framework that helps institutions coordinate, measure&act on research impact. Now, we’re ready to pilot the framework&seeking motivated partners w/existing momentum in RI. Learn & sign up for a pilot info session buff.ly/MQi8SyK
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
PSI-PIR is this week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday spotlight and a 2026 #ARISAwards winner. The center supports interdisciplinary, community-engaged teams that turn research into action, from nonprofit cybersecurity to green workforce retraining and microplastics monitoring. buff.ly/PeScn8J
President Neeli Bendapudi, Presidential Strategic Initiative for Public Impact Research (PSI-PIR), The Pennsylvania State University

2026 Impact Innovations Award
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
We are proud to announce Dr. Erin James, Professor of English; Sustainability Certificate Director, at @uidaho.bsky.social as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows researchinsociety.org/aris-announc...
Dr. Erin James, Professor of English; Sustainability Certificate Director, at University of Idaho, 2026 ARIS Research Fellow
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
ARIS partnerships are built for orgs ready to move research into real-world impact. We offer the expertise and network. Our partners bring the vision. Together, we co-develop resources and help lead the conversation on research impact and societal benefit. researchinsociety.org/aris-partnerships/
Blue cover graphic with a globe made of connected white lines and blue nodes, overlaid with dark blue banners reading “Strategic Partnerships for Societal Benefit” and “ARIS.”
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
#BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #BIChampion Dina Myers Stroud. Through her support of ARIS while leading NSF’s GRANTED program, she helped expand understanding and value of BI nationwide&strengthen ARIS’s next phase of certification, scholarship & professional development. buff.ly/zV2J2oO
2026 BI Champion Dina Myers Stroud. Photo of Dina Myers Stroud holding the BI Champion Award.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
We are proud to announce Dr. Casey Canfield, Associate Professor, Engineering Management & Systems Engineering at Missouri University of Science & Technology as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows researchinsociety.org/aris-announc...
Dr. Casey Canfield, Associate Professor, Engineering Management & Systems Engineering at Missouri University of Science & Technology as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
IMPACT Journal is a new open-access journal and platform dedicated to understanding and improving the societal impacts of research, evidence&scientific discovery. Submit abstracts from all disciplines for inaugural issue Nov 2026. Abstracts due 6/26 ImpactJournal@american.edu impact-journal.org
impact-journal.org
IMPACT Journal
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
#BroaderImpactsThursday is featuring #ARISAwards 2022 Impact Innovations Award winner Dr. Julie Bayley for developing and refining the innovative concept and associated tools of Research Impact Literacy. researchinsociety.org/award/julie-...
Graphic announcing the 2022 Impact Innovations Award with a portrait of Dr. Julie Bayley; ARIS logo
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
We are proud to announce Dr. Nicole Fahrenfeld, Professor and Undergraduate Director, Civil & Environmental Engineering, at @rutgersu.bsky.social as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows researchinsociety.org/aris-announc...
Dr. Nicole Fahrenfeld, Professor and Undergraduate Director, Civil & Environmental Engineering, at Rutgers University, 2026 ARIS Research Fellows
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
We are proud to announce Dr. Mónica Bugallo, interim vice president for research and innovation at @stonybrooku.bsky.social as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows researchinsociety.org/aris-announc...
Dr. Mónica Bugallo, interim vice president for research and innovation at Stony Brook University as one of our 2026 ARIS Research Fellows
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Meggan Franks, Ph.D., of the LSU AgCenter’s LaHouse Research & Education Center. Under her leadership, 136 students from 37 schools used STEM to explore safer homes and communities. researchinsociety.org/award/meggan...
Meggan Franks, Ph.D.
Impact Goals Award

Assistant Professor , LaHouse Research & Education Center at Louisiana State University Agricultural Center
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Today gives us a chance to combine two of our favorite things: Talk like Yoda Day and research impact
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
ARIS Insights is where we highlight and share resources that will help you with your #BroaderImpacts programs from inception to impact. Today, we're featuring our Guiding Principles 2.0 designed help proposal writers create effective BI plans: researchinsociety.org/resources/
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
When you select your role - practitioner, researcher, or org/institution - you’ll see the relevant programs and offerings that ARIS offers via our “Find My ARIS Program” tool. Try it out: researchinsociety.org/broader-impa...
Find my ARIS Program. Choose one to find the relevant ARIS programs and how to engage: practitioner; researcher; and organization/institution.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday is SPROUT, STEM Professionals Reaching Out, that supports cohorts of graduate students, postdocs, &faculty in their development as science comms. It’s led by Courtney Price, #ARISAwards 2021 Impact Goals Award recipient. researchinsociety.org/award/courtn...
Graphic announcing the 2021 Impact Goals Award with a portrait photo; text reads ‘SPROUT, STEM Professionals Reaching Out’ with ARIS logo
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
For university leaders who want to create and foster research that benefits communities, read this report to help you 1) strengthen research infrastructure 2) align public impact with institutional mission 3) support faculty reward systems 4) build lasting community partnerships: buff.ly/NbuywHZ
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Finding sustainable research-based solutions to the region’s serious water challenges is the mission of #BroaderImpactsThursday program and #ARISAwards 2022 Impact Goals Award winner Pittsburgh Collaboratory for Water Research, Education, and Outreach: researchinsociety.org/award/pittsb...
Graphic announcing the 2022 Impact Goals Award with a group photo labeled ‘Pittsburgh Collaboratory for Water Research, Education, and Outreach’; ARIS logo.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
May the 4th be with you
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
#BroaderImpactsThursday spotlights 2026#BIChampion Elizabeth (Lisa) Rom for her visionary leadership advancing BI in the geosciences. Her work strengthened collaboration, expanded measurable impact, and inspired scientists and educators to connect research with public benefit. buff.ly/q7D0SRV
2026 BI Champion Elizabeth (Lisa) Rom. Photo of Rom holding the BI Champion Award.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Research with the best #Societalbenefits occur when the entire research ecosystem works together. Whether you are a professional society looking to scale impact resources or a community organization seeking to connect with cutting-edge research, we want to partner with you. buff.ly/1eUPWvw
Cover graphic with a turquoise background and a white network-of-nodes globe design, overlaid with dark teal banners reading “Strategic Partnerships for Societal Benefit” and “ARIS.”
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Whether you are a researcher or an institutional leader, ARIS provides the tools to make your work more relevant and responsive to society. Check out #ARISInsights carousel to learn: BI-RI-SI spectrum differences and why knowing the difference is important. Visit: researchinsociety.org
ARIS graphic: Why storytelling is key to funding and support.ARIS message: Connect your science to society; communicate human impact.ARIS framework: Navigate the BI–RI–SI impact spectrum to define milestones.ARIS definitions: Broader Impacts (BI) and Research Impact (RI) as the foundation.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
If your campus wants to better support researchers developing NSF Broader Impacts plans, contact us to host a virtual or in-person ARIS institutional training. Our customized trainings help build a shared language and clear expectations around Broader Impacts and engagement. buff.ly/NLSKS2B
Build BI Capacity. ARIS Institutional Training
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
This week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday highlights 2026 #ARISAwards winner Kay Daniel Bidle, Ph.D., Professor at Rutgers University. His "Tools of Science" video series helps students and teachers nationwide connect research with societal benefit. researchinsociety.org/award/kay-da...
Kay Daniel Bidle, Ph.D.
Impact Innovations Award
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
We’re celebrating #EarthDay with a walk to enjoy the sunshine, green things, and to remember that our world is amazing.
ARIS logo. Happy Earth Day
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Congratulations to ARIS Fellow Rachel Thibodeau-Nielsen on receiving the Isabelle Wade Lyda and Paul C. Lyda Professorship. Her work connects research, child development, play, and community engagement in ways that create real benefits for children, families, educators, and communities.
From left to right are Joi Moore, Rachel Thibodeau-Nielsen, and Kui Xie. Rachel stands in the center holding an award plaque. Photo credit: Morgan Solomon
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
#ARISAwards 2021 Impact Goals winner Zachary Constan is this week’s #BroaderImpactsThursday. His work boosts the outreach impact of nuclear physics research conducted at his facilities. researchinsociety.org/award/zachar...
Graphic announcing the 2021 Impact Goals Award with a portrait of Zachary Constan; ARIS logo
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
A stronger research ecosystem needs a broader base. Through three cycles, NSF’s EPIIC program tested new ways to support higher ed during the grant process. The result: IHE APPLI — a flexible model for building institutional capacity. Read the guidebook: mospace.umsystem.edu/items/08710b...
IHE APPLI Guidebook cover featuring ARIS and NORDP logos, title ‘IHE APPLI Guidebook,’ subtitle about embedding research development support in grant competitions, and photos of professionals collaborating in meeting sessions with colorful triangular graphic accents.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Writing a BI plan (or building an impact portfolio)? "The Handbook of Broader Impacts" gives you concrete tools, from science communication to K-12 partnerships & guidance for building competencies that count in careers, including promotion and tenure. Pre-order now msupress.org/978161186575...
Graphic on a dark teal background promoting The Handbook of Broader Impacts. Large headline reads “PRE-ORDER” with “AVAILABLE: JULY 1, 2026” beneath. Left side shows the book cover. Right side includes the text: “[It’s the] essential resource for researchers, administrators, policymakers, and anyone interested in the societal benefits of research.” A link at the bottom reads “https://msupress.org/”.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
When you select your role, you’ll see the relevant programs and offerings that ARIS offers via our “Find My ARIS Program” tool. Try it out: researchinsociety.org/broader-impa...
Find my ARIS Program. Choose one to find the relevant ARIS programs and how to engage: practitioner; researcher; and organization/institution.
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ARIS (Advancing Research Impact in Society) @arisimpacts.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
#BroaderImpactsThursday is spotlighting 2026 #BIChampion Bernice T. Anderson who helped shape&advance BI through her leadership at NSF &her early support of ARIS during the transition from NABI. Her work helped grow awareness, strengthen BI community& inspire a new gen of leaders. buff.ly/6uVMReQ
2026 BI Champion. Photo of Bernice Anderson with the BI Champion Award.
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