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The Sussex Researcher School's dedicated channel for our PGR community.

You can follow the Sussex Researcher School at @sussexresearcher.bsky.social

Visit our PGR focused webpages: https://tinyurl.com/4wv6uhuk
We had a great time last week at our International PGRs lunch!

There was good food and human bingo - also known as networking 👀

Our lovely colleague Jo, from the International team, highlighted the support available to our international PGRs throughout their PhD.

#PGRJourney #SussexInternational
December 2, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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🔶Don't forget - register now for the Authenticity Between Two Worlds seminar

Dr Maja Golf-Papez explores how approaches that sit outside traditional academic moulds can make academic contributions more authentic.

Wed 19 November, 10.30am-12.30pm
Sign up tinyurl.com/4uyunnec
November 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Want to learn new skills and make an impact at Sussex?

The Students' Union is offering the chance to take on leadership roles through it's Co-Option process. Develop your skills, gain experience and represent fellow PGRs.

Apply by 12pm, 30 Oct 👉 tinyurl.com/yt2fjwx2
October 27, 2025 at 11:13 AM
The Big Ideas Competition is back!

Apply to pitch your idea at the University of California to compete for £10,000 launch funding.

Find out more at the Information session 22 October, 5-6.30pm
🔗 tinyurl.com/v7dy53ye

Check out PGR Sarah Stephens who was a finalist this year
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October 16, 2025 at 2:13 PM
📣 Thesis Boot Camp applications are now open!

Are you in the writing-up phase of your PhD at Sussex?

Join us for our facilitated weekend giving you a supportive environment to focus on your writing.

📅 On the 6-7 December
⏳ Application deadline 12 noon, 3 November

Apply now: tinyurl.com/mr35etd3
October 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Wanna find out more about this year's new Hive Scholars? 👀

Meet Yara Zebian, Shaunna McIvor and Joao M. Uratani. Discover how they will support Sussex's PGR research culture and what they are currently researching.

tinyurl.com/mv9j7hkm
October 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
We had a brilliant time welcoming our new PGRs this week.

The conference centre was buzzing with talks, panels, marketplace stalls and everyone building their research out of Lego!

🔗 Info for new PGRs: tinyurl.com/35988uns

#PGRInduction #ResearchJourney
October 2, 2025 at 1:34 PM
📣Postgraduate Researcher Officer Role - Student Union Elections

Do you want to proactively represent your PGR peers in the Student Union?

Want to ensure the Student Union reflects the views and needs of PGRs?

If so, nominate yourself now!
sussexstudent.com/elections
September 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🟡 Spotlight on Researchers

We chatted with Juliet Ibekaku-Nwagwu about her research into the implementation of international legal systems for the return of proceeds of crime. Juliet has an extensive career - including working for the former Nigerian president!

Read more here tinyurl.com/4mpd2sbf
August 19, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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Are you at the start of your research career?

If so we want to hear your thoughts on translating your research into impact. In collaboration with @dbaa-exeter.bsky.social we are running focus groups in September.

Find out more and sign up here 👇🏻
tinyurl.com/yn4hvpm6
July 31, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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🔷 Join us next week for the first in the Women's Leadership Seminar Series.

The first seminar 'Negotiating Academia' will be a practical space to engage in reflective activities around navigating a academic career as a woman leader.

Wednesday, 16 July, 9:30-11:30, Library
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July 8, 2025 at 10:45 AM
🟡 Spotlight on Researchers

We caught up with Fezile Sibanda about their research into the experiences of Black academics in English universities using Ubuntu-inspired methodology.

Read more about Fezile's research here tinyurl.com/mvew5ntu
July 7, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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The People's Choice winner in our Emerging Researcher Image Competition is Hanna Eldarwish - congratulations!

'The Incoherent Spirit' is a visual representation of Hannah's research into how a sense of meaning in life is threatened when a person's life feels fragmented and uncertain.
July 3, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Congrats to Seyi Ugochukwu seyiugochukwu.bsky.social our PGR winner in the Emerging Researcher Image Competition!

'Undocumented Immigrants: Unseen, Unheard, Illegal?' reflects their research on how colonial legacies shape immigration policy & access to legal aid. GenAI used to protect identities.
July 2, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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✨Voted for by you the People's Choice winner in our #3MT final is Jo Renaut.

Their talk 'Synthetic Lethality: Finding Cancer’s Hidden Vulnerabilities to Save Lives' demonstrated their innovative research into targeting cancer cells & the potential for improved treatment plans.
June 26, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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✨Second Place in our #3MT final went to Catherine Cundy.

Their talk, '“It's ok, Miss, I have my knitting!” Unlocking potential in our most able young musicians' highlighted the lack of investment in exceptional learners. Their research is giving a voice to these learners needs.
June 26, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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✨Congratulations to Seyi Ugochukwu seyiugochukwu.bsky.social who won the 3 Minute Thesis final!

Their powerful talk, "Access to Legal Aid for Undocumented Migrants in the UK", demonstrated how legal systems reproduce imperial power by denying justice to those from formerly colonised regions.

#3MT
June 26, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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🏆 Awards Ceremony

Celebrating our 3 Minute Thesis winners, Adam Weiler Impact awardees and Emerging Researcher Image Competition winners has been a great way to finish our Summer of Research events.

👀 Look out for the winners bio's next week!
June 20, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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With a deep dive into what 'impact' looks like for PGRs, our Adam Weiler Impact Award winners shared their experiences and knowledge.

They reflected on the importance of telling a relatable story and the ability to influence policy, as well as practice.

#PHDImpact
June 20, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Our 3 Minute Thesis Final has been an amazing showcase of Sussex PGRs research by our nine finalists!

From research into ground breaking cancer treatment, to the impact of Ai on hiring practices, our finalists wove engaging and creative bite-sized presentations.

#3MT #PhDJourney
June 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Don't forget to vote for your favourite image!🖼️

Voting for the Emerging Researcher Image Competition is open until 2pm tomorrow.

Come see the exhibition at our 3 Minute Thesis & Adam Weiler Impact Panel event: tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

You can also check out the online gallery: tinyurl.com/bd6x7bap
June 19, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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Been meaning to sign up for our Summer of Research events? Get your spot at our events next week!

🔵Catalysing Connections: Diverse Careers Panel
Monday 16, 2.00-3.30pm
tinyurl.com/52yambrh

🔵 Three Minute Thesis Final and Adam Weiler Impact Panel
Friday 20, 2.00-4.00pm
tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k
June 12, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Our Beyond Research World Café has been a great opportunity for PGRs to connect and learn from each other.

With hosts chatting about a range of subjects there was a real buzz as people shared their experiences and knowledge.

Part of the Summer of Research.

#PhDChat #PhDJourney #PhDCommunity
June 11, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Excited to be kicking off our Summer of Research events with the Women's Leadership Academy (WLA) Showcase.

Celebrating the outcomes of the WLA we are hearing about the projects that participants are running as a result of the coaching and relationships they have built.
June 11, 2025 at 10:31 AM
👀 Looking to broaden your horizons beyond your PhD thesis?

Join us at the Beyond Research World Café, a relaxed event designed to help you explore opportunities that boost your development.

Light lunch will be provided 🥪

Wednesday 11 June, ACCA, 12.00-1.30pm
Sign up now 👉🏽 tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd
June 2, 2025 at 2:43 PM