Georgia Walton
drgeorgiawalton.bsky.social
Georgia Walton
@drgeorgiawalton.bsky.social
Senior Research Manager, Early-Mid Career Researchers, Discovery Research @wellcometrust.bsky.social.

Interested in training & supporting the next generation of researchers, with a commitment to encouraging diversity across backgrounds & disciplines.
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I am beyond excited to share that you can now apply to observe a @wellcometrust.bsky.social #DiscoveryResearch shortlisting Committee! If you plan to apply to us in the next 2 years, apply to be an Observer now to better understand what happens once you click submit! wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
Apply to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee | Prepare to Apply | Wellcome
Find out how to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee. Researchers who are considering applying for Wellcome funding in the next two years can apply to observe a shortlisting committee.
wellcome.org
Reposted by Georgia Walton
The Royal Society's Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship scheme is now open for applications. This scheme offers a first step into an independent research career for early career scientists who require a flexible working pattern. Find out more and apply now: #RSGrants royalsociety.org/grants/dorot...
September 3, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Thank you for sharing! And a timely reminder that Wellcome's Committee Observers initiative is open for applications until 14th April 👀 wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
April 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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Ever wondered how Wellcome reviews grant applications? 📝

We're inviting researchers from the UK, Ireland or low- and middle-income countries to observe our funding committees. Discover how criteria are assessed and decisions are made.

Apply now ⤵️
wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
Apply to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee | Prepare to Apply | Wellcome
Find out how to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee. Researchers who are considering applying for Wellcome funding in the next two years can apply to observe a shortlisting committee.
wellcome.org
March 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
I am beyond excited to share that you can now apply to observe a @wellcometrust.bsky.social #DiscoveryResearch shortlisting Committee! If you plan to apply to us in the next 2 years, apply to be an Observer now to better understand what happens once you click submit! wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
Apply to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee | Prepare to Apply | Wellcome
Find out how to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee. Researchers who are considering applying for Wellcome funding in the next two years can apply to observe a shortlisting committee.
wellcome.org
February 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
Are you a researcher planning to apply for Wellcome funding in the next two years?

We’re offering researchers the opportunity to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee and learn how grant applications are assessed.

Learn more ⤵️
wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
Apply to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee | Prepare to Apply | Wellcome
Find out how to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee. Researchers who are considering applying for Wellcome funding in the next two years can apply to observe a shortlisting committee.
wellcome.org
February 24, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
Observing a funding panel - or serving on one - is a hugely rewarding and eye-opening experience. It can't help but improve how you write grant applications, for that funde or any other. I've written about my experience here:

socialscienceresearchfunding.co.uk/?p=1455

(fin, probably)
A peek inside a research funding panel | Cash for Questions: Research funding, policy and development
socialscienceresearchfunding.co.uk
February 25, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
Now had the chance to read this @wellcometrust.bsky.social opportunity to observe a shortlisting committee properly, and I think it's a brilliant idea. Chapeau to everyone involved. It's an elegant way to address a longstanding issue... (1)
February 25, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
This is a great initiative!
February 21, 2025 at 4:47 PM
I am beyond excited to share that you can now apply to observe a @wellcometrust.bsky.social #DiscoveryResearch shortlisting Committee! If you plan to apply to us in the next 2 years, apply to be an Observer now to better understand what happens once you click submit! wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
Apply to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee | Prepare to Apply | Wellcome
Find out how to observe a Wellcome funding advisory committee. Researchers who are considering applying for Wellcome funding in the next two years can apply to observe a shortlisting committee.
wellcome.org
February 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
Our paper on nurturing a #PositiveResearchCulture within your #research #team published by @wellcometrust.bsky.social gives useful tips for your lab. As well as making you a good team leader, nurturing culture pays off in building your science: 1/11

wellcomeopenresearch.org/articles/9-3...
wellcomeopenresearch.org
January 14, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Live Webinar is tomorrow - register to take part. If you can't join us live, it will be posted on the scheme page afterwards.
register: wellcome-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Scheme details: wellcome.org/grant-fundin...
🍄🌟Eager to learn more about the @WellcomeTrust's Fungi Funding call? 🍄🌟
Register to our webinar 27th Nov 14:00 (GMT).
This is your chance to gain deeper insights into our funding call and pose your questions directly to us.
We look forward to seeing you there! (1/2)
November 26, 2024 at 10:49 AM
Reposted by Georgia Walton
🍄🌟Eager to learn more about the @WellcomeTrust's Fungi Funding call? 🍄🌟
Register to our webinar 27th Nov 14:00 (GMT).
This is your chance to gain deeper insights into our funding call and pose your questions directly to us.
We look forward to seeing you there! (1/2)
November 20, 2024 at 11:47 AM