This project explores the experiences and information behaviours of academic and professional staff undertaking the work involved in enabling societal impact of research. The goal of this study is to understand the role of universities in supporting researchers with the work involved in enabling societal impact, including better understanding of the information environments that can foster a strong and productive impact culture. Increasing expectations that research provides tangible and demonstrable benefits to society represents a paradigm shift that is shaping university information environments, creating new information needs, and experiences for academics and professional staff. Joann has found that “exploring societal impact of research from an information behaviour perspective reveals the complexity of the work involved and provides new insights that can shape how universities develop supports”. You can read more about this project here.