GuildHE Research

Read the full article on Research Professional researchprofessional.com/0/rr/news/uk/v… #researchfunding #regulation

@GuildHE Head of Research Policy @rachel_persad calls for reform of research funding and regulation. She highlights barriers for the UK's emergent and innovative institutions, and asks for commitments to diversify those funded to be upheld.

Earlier this summer we launched a GuildHE-wide network for Global Majority PGR Students, which held it’s first session on the 10th July. Here PhD Student and science teacher Maureen Smith shared her reflections on the programme so far ➡️ research.guildhe.ac.uk/2024/07/29/sup…

GuildHE Research is delighted to see that much of what we have advocated for has been addressed in the Early Decisions on Open Access for #REF2029 On our website, Policy Officer Ellen Graves reflects on the decisions and what it means for our members research.guildhe.ac.uk/2024/08/22/ref…

We’re thrilled to announce that @GuildHEResearch and the Wellcome Collection have launched an innovative PhD placement pilot, providing a flexible alternative for students not able to access existing schemes. Read the full news story ➡️ bit.ly/3Xay3cA

We’re delighted to announce that @LAMDAdrama (London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art) – already a valued member of @GuildHE – has now also joined the @GuildHEResearch consortium.

The Research Excellence Framework has announced a diverse spread of 40 institutions selected to submit to the People, Culture and Environment (PCE) Pilot Exercise, with 7 GuildHE members amongst them ⬇️ ref.ac.uk/people-culture… #REF #REF2029

📣 Share your views on the UK Concordat to Support Research Integrity. Help shape upcoming revisions to ensure the Concordat is fit for the future, reflects recent research developments & continues to safeguard #ResearchIntegrity Complete the survey ➡ engagementhub.ukri.org/ukri-strategyp…

Share your views on the UK Concordat to Support Research Integrity. Help shape upcoming revisions to ensure the Concordat is fit for the future, reflects recent developments in research and continues to safeguard #ResearchIntegrity. Complete the survey: engagementhub.ukri.org/ukri-strategyp…

Fantastic final session from @BekiHill from @sciencecampaign about the public perceptions of research, development and innovation and their People’s Vision for R&D report - thank you for a great session! #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

In our final session Dr @BekiHill from @sciencecampaign will explore the recently launched People’s Vision for R&D project, building on public opinion research which suggested the sector must work towards a society-centred vision for UK R&D. #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

Participants are taking part in a Ketso exercise to explore the @BritishAcademy_ SHAPE Research Careers findings #shape #researchcareers

Researcher roundtables are really lively this morning as our participants discuss the current challenges and opportunities they’re finding in their research journeys #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

In this session Dr Joanna Thornborough and Sharaiz Asin @BritishAcademy_ explore what it means to be a researcher, mobility opportunities, porosity between academia and other sectors. The session will engage with findings from a SHAPE disciplines project. #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

Thank you Elma Brenner and Susan Birch for your insightful discussion on a pilot student placement with @ExploreWellcome supported by @GuildHEResearch @_UoW @elmabrenner

Facilitated by @GuildHEResearch colleagues and speakers at the festival, participants have another opportunity to meet fellow researchers. Groups will reflect on the sessions so far, what they have learnt, and areas they are keen to explore further. #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

In this session Dr @elmabrenner and Susan Birch PhD student @_UoW and @GuildHEResearch Peer Support Community Coordinator will discuss the pilot research student placement organised by @GuildHEResearch and the Wellcome Collection @ExploreWellcome #GuildHEdocfest

We’re kicking off Day Two of the #GuildHEdocfest with a wonderful alumni panel sharing their PhD and early career experiences @_UoW

Peter Underwood PhD student & @GuildHEResearch PhD Peer Support Community coordinator now chairs a member institution alumni panel reflecting on early stage researcher experiences. Includes Dr Abbie Cairns @AbbieCairnsArt, Dr Rita Day, Dr Julie Wharton #GuildHEdocfest @_UoW

Great session to finish the first day of the #GuildHEdocfest with the wonderful @lwychiu on allyship and activism in research - thank you, Lou @_UoW