UMC Utrecht achieves remarkable efficiency gains with ResearchConnect
University Medical Center Utrecht (UMC), a leading international university medical centre, has revealed its groundbreaking journey to success with Idox’s ResearchConnect, transforming the management of research funding. This collaboration underscores UMC’s commitment to advancing medical research funding through strategic innovation and collaboration.
The Team Funding & Support Office at UMC plays a pivotal role in assisting researchers in securing external funding for their projects and oversee a staggering 2000 research projects. Recognising the critical need for a more efficient solution they embarked on a journey to address its unique challenges.
Through a series of strategic initiatives and technological innovations, including the implementation of ResearchConnect in 2022, UMC has achieved remarkable efficiency gains, cost savings, and enhanced research outcomes. The collaboration with Idox has transformed research funding management, positioning the institution as a leader in medical research excellence. What’s more, ResearchConnect integrated seamlessly with existing UMC systems.
In a significant milestone, UMC Utrecht and Utrecht University have also secured their status as frontrunners in innovation by becoming the largest beneficiaries of the Horizon Europe programme in the Netherlands. This achievement not only underscores the region’s unparalleled dedication to research and development but also highlights the exceptional calibre of talent and expertise present within these institutions.
Dr. Christian Jagersma, a key figure at the Team Funding and Support Office, UMC Utrecht, commented stating, “The implementation of Idox’s ResearchConnect has been instrumental in elevating our research funding management processes to the next level. By leveraging innovative technology and strategic partnerships, we have achieved significant efficiency gains, allowing us to focus resources on impactful research initiatives.”
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The implementation of Idox’s ResearchConnect has been instrumental in elevating our research funding management processes to the next level. By leveraging innovative technology and strategic partnerships, we have achieved significant efficiency gains, allowing us to focus resources on impactful research initiatives.
Looking ahead, Idox are committed to continued collaboration and innovation to further enhance research funding management. With ongoing advancements in AI technology and collaborative efforts, Idox is confident that ResearchConnect will continue to lead the way in pioneering research funding solutions and driving impactful research outcomes.
