TUDOMANYOS ISMERETTERJESZTO TARSULAT

Their core work

TIT (Society for the Dissemination of Scientific Knowledge) is a long-established Hungarian NGO dedicated to science communication and public engagement. They specialize in making research accessible to broad audiences through edutainment events, media campaigns, and interactive formats — particularly targeting young people, women in STEM, and the general public. Their core activity in H2020 has been the recurring FAWORIT (Fascinating World of Researchers in the Age of Technology) initiative, part of the European Researchers' Night programme, where they organize public-facing events that bridge the gap between scientists and citizens.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

In the early period (2014-2017), TIT focused on researcher mobility, international collaboration, lifelong learning, and breaking stereotypes about research careers — a broad public awareness approach. From 2018 onward, the focus sharpened toward STEM/STEAM education, cultural heritage connections, citizen involvement, and mission-oriented research impact. The shift reflects a move from general science popularization toward more structured, impact-driven public engagement aligned with EU policy priorities like RRI and societal challenges.

TIT is moving toward mission-oriented citizen engagement and societal impact framing, making them a strong fit for Horizon Europe's emphasis on public involvement in research missions.

How they like to work

TIT operates exclusively as a participant, never as coordinator, which positions them as a reliable delivery partner for public engagement work packages within larger consortia. With only 5 unique partners all in one country, they appear to work within a stable, recurring Hungarian consortium for the FAWORIT Researchers' Night series. This suggests a loyal, niche contributor model — they bring specific science communication capacity rather than broad networking reach.

TIT has collaborated with 5 unique partners, all within Hungary. Their network is concentrated around the recurring FAWORIT consortium, indicating a tight domestic partnership rather than a pan-European network.

What sets them apart

TIT is one of Hungary's oldest and most recognized science popularization organizations, giving them deep roots in public outreach that few research institutes can match. Their sustained involvement in four consecutive Researchers' Night cycles demonstrates institutional commitment and proven delivery capacity in public engagement. For any consortium needing a Hungarian partner for dissemination, citizen engagement, or science-society work packages, TIT offers established media connections and event infrastructure that a university communications office typically cannot.

Highlights from their portfolio

• FAWORIT 2018-2019
  Highest individual funding (EUR 17,500) and introduced cultural heritage as a bridge between STEM and public audiences — an unusual and effective thematic combination.
• FAWORIT 2020
  Most recent project with the strongest citizen involvement and mission-oriented framing, signaling alignment with Horizon Europe priorities despite reduced funding (EUR 12,000).