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We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards! 🎉
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
Join us this Thursday 15th May for our next Science Public Lecture.
This lecture will focus on a pioneering research dedicated to improving the treatment of primary breast cancer in older adults
Book a free spot: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
This lecture will focus on a pioneering research dedicated to improving the treatment of primary breast cancer in older adults
Book a free spot: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
May 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Join us this Thursday 15th May for our next Science Public Lecture.
This lecture will focus on a pioneering research dedicated to improving the treatment of primary breast cancer in older adults
Book a free spot: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
This lecture will focus on a pioneering research dedicated to improving the treatment of primary breast cancer in older adults
Book a free spot: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
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I’m so honoured to have been chosen as the recipient of this award! Policy impact work is never easy but is incredibly important, so it’s amazing to be recognized for it
3. We are thrilled to see Andrea Sartorius emerge as the winner of the Rising Star Award in Policy Impact.
Her work continues to push boundaries in environmental research, with her PhD uncovering risks from trace metal pollutants in food and water beyond mining site.🥳
Her work continues to push boundaries in environmental research, with her PhD uncovering risks from trace metal pollutants in food and water beyond mining site.🥳
April 29, 2025 at 1:28 PM
I’m so honoured to have been chosen as the recipient of this award! Policy impact work is never easy but is incredibly important, so it’s amazing to be recognized for it
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A huge congratulations to our very own @lucyjones.bsky.social and our Faculty of Arts colleague @queercomrades.bsky.social for jointly winning the Best Public Engagement Award!
We have not one but two winners for the Best Public Engagement Award!
A huge congratulations to Hongwei Bao and Lucy Jones
for their incredible work in ensuring research connects meaningfully with the communities it serves.🥳🎉
A huge congratulations to Hongwei Bao and Lucy Jones
for their incredible work in ensuring research connects meaningfully with the communities it serves.🥳🎉
April 29, 2025 at 1:49 PM
A huge congratulations to our very own @lucyjones.bsky.social and our Faculty of Arts colleague @queercomrades.bsky.social for jointly winning the Best Public Engagement Award!
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I couldn't be in better company with this than @queercomrades.bsky.social! Big thanks to @uoninstitute.bsky.social for the recognition of both our work 😀
A huge congratulations to our very own @lucyjones.bsky.social and our Faculty of Arts colleague @queercomrades.bsky.social for jointly winning the Best Public Engagement Award!
We have not one but two winners for the Best Public Engagement Award!
A huge congratulations to Hongwei Bao and Lucy Jones
for their incredible work in ensuring research connects meaningfully with the communities it serves.🥳🎉
A huge congratulations to Hongwei Bao and Lucy Jones
for their incredible work in ensuring research connects meaningfully with the communities it serves.🥳🎉
April 29, 2025 at 3:47 PM
I couldn't be in better company with this than @queercomrades.bsky.social! Big thanks to @uoninstitute.bsky.social for the recognition of both our work 😀
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What a delight it is to be in company with @lucyjones.bsky.social for the @uoninstitute.bsky.social award for best public engagement initiative!
I couldn't be in better company with this than @queercomrades.bsky.social! Big thanks to @uoninstitute.bsky.social for the recognition of both our work 😀
A huge congratulations to our very own @lucyjones.bsky.social and our Faculty of Arts colleague @queercomrades.bsky.social for jointly winning the Best Public Engagement Award!
April 30, 2025 at 7:15 AM
What a delight it is to be in company with @lucyjones.bsky.social for the @uoninstitute.bsky.social award for best public engagement initiative!
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Very pleased to have played a role in this important project!!
1. Best Policy Impact Initiative (Winner)- The Scale of Harm Project.
Congratulations to the Scale of Harm team, whose cross-disciplinary research is influencing policy responses to online child exploitation globally. 🎉
Congratulations to the Scale of Harm team, whose cross-disciplinary research is influencing policy responses to online child exploitation globally. 🎉
April 30, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Very pleased to have played a role in this important project!!
As part of the Forest exhibition which opens this May at Nottingham Castle, we are supporting a unique collaboration between artist Caroline Locke and four faculties at the University to model the Major Oak tree in Sherwood Forest.
Read our press release: www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/major-o...
Read our press release: www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/major-o...
May 7, 2025 at 11:59 AM
As part of the Forest exhibition which opens this May at Nottingham Castle, we are supporting a unique collaboration between artist Caroline Locke and four faculties at the University to model the Major Oak tree in Sherwood Forest.
Read our press release: www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/major-o...
Read our press release: www.nottingham.ac.uk/news/major-o...
Ensuring that national ambitions are grounded in local realities is essential to making effective just transition.
We have written more about what the University is doing in this regard following the launch of our report on delivering just energy transition.
👉: nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
We have written more about what the University is doing in this regard following the launch of our report on delivering just energy transition.
👉: nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
May 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Ensuring that national ambitions are grounded in local realities is essential to making effective just transition.
We have written more about what the University is doing in this regard following the launch of our report on delivering just energy transition.
👉: nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
We have written more about what the University is doing in this regard following the launch of our report on delivering just energy transition.
👉: nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards! 🎉
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
April 29, 2025 at 12:28 PM
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards! 🎉
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
From shaping policy at different levels, to engaging the public and co-creating sustainable solutions with local communities, every initiative reflects a deep commitment to inclusive impact. 1/n
Not everyone gets to see ancient history come to life through cutting-edge science—but thanks to Barry Shaw, more people than ever are discovering the fascinating world of ancient proteins research.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
April 22, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Not everyone gets to see ancient history come to life through cutting-edge science—but thanks to Barry Shaw, more people than ever are discovering the fascinating world of ancient proteins research.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Policy change doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it takes strategic engagement, collaboration, and a deep understanding of the issues at hand.
Vicky Brotherton from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social's Rights Lab exemplifies these qualities, playing a key role in translating research into real-world impact.👇
Vicky Brotherton from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social's Rights Lab exemplifies these qualities, playing a key role in translating research into real-world impact.👇
April 15, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Policy change doesn’t happen in a vacuum—it takes strategic engagement, collaboration, and a deep understanding of the issues at hand.
Vicky Brotherton from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social's Rights Lab exemplifies these qualities, playing a key role in translating research into real-world impact.👇
Vicky Brotherton from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social's Rights Lab exemplifies these qualities, playing a key role in translating research into real-world impact.👇
Dr Elizabeth Kelly is transforming music education through her ‘Space Scratch Symphony’ programme, which blends DJ-ing, classical music, and composition to give students a hands-on approach to music creation. 1/3
March 26, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Dr Elizabeth Kelly is transforming music education through her ‘Space Scratch Symphony’ programme, which blends DJ-ing, classical music, and composition to give students a hands-on approach to music creation. 1/3
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Musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra, Uni of Nottingham and NTU will be performing together on Wed 26 March in Screen Sounds. Info and tickets at www.ntu.ac.uk/about-us/eve...
Screen Sounds: with musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra, University of Nottingham, and Nottingham Trent University
Celebrate Soundstage Festival 2025 with us, as musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra team up with students from Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham for a performance of tim...
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March 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Musicians from the BBC Concert Orchestra, Uni of Nottingham and NTU will be performing together on Wed 26 March in Screen Sounds. Info and tickets at www.ntu.ac.uk/about-us/eve...
Today, we are showcasing Dr Alanna Higgins' current work on the intersection of food insecurity and disability in Nottingham and Glasgow. Her research highlights the systemic barriers disabled individuals face in accessing food—issues often overlooked in policy and academia. 1/2
March 25, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Today, we are showcasing Dr Alanna Higgins' current work on the intersection of food insecurity and disability in Nottingham and Glasgow. Her research highlights the systemic barriers disabled individuals face in accessing food—issues often overlooked in policy and academia. 1/2
For this year's International Day of Forests, Dr Alison Tidy, Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, explains the critical role of trees for our ecosystems in this guest blog.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
Trees, food, and future forests: How research at the University of Nottingham is shaping UK reforestation
Dr Alison Tidy explains the critical role of trees for our ecosystems in this guest blog. Drawing upon insights from her work as a research fellow in plant and crop science at the University of Nottin...
www.nottingham.ac.uk
March 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
For this year's International Day of Forests, Dr Alison Tidy, Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham, explains the critical role of trees for our ecosystems in this guest blog.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policyengage...
Excited to spotlight Dr Helen McCabe, shortlisted for the Best Policy Impact Initiative.
Recently appointed as the Thematic Research Lead (TRL) for Arts and Humanities in Parliament, her recognition reflects her exceptional contributions to evidence-based policy in the UK.
Recently appointed as the Thematic Research Lead (TRL) for Arts and Humanities in Parliament, her recognition reflects her exceptional contributions to evidence-based policy in the UK.
March 20, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Excited to spotlight Dr Helen McCabe, shortlisted for the Best Policy Impact Initiative.
Recently appointed as the Thematic Research Lead (TRL) for Arts and Humanities in Parliament, her recognition reflects her exceptional contributions to evidence-based policy in the UK.
Recently appointed as the Thematic Research Lead (TRL) for Arts and Humanities in Parliament, her recognition reflects her exceptional contributions to evidence-based policy in the UK.
Curious about the future of battery technology? Join Professor Darren Walsh from the School of Chemistry for this month's Science Public Lecture happening this Thursday 20th March.
Venue: B1 Physics Building, University Park Campus
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
Venue: B1 Physics Building, University Park Campus
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
March 19, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Curious about the future of battery technology? Join Professor Darren Walsh from the School of Chemistry for this month's Science Public Lecture happening this Thursday 20th March.
Venue: B1 Physics Building, University Park Campus
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
Venue: B1 Physics Building, University Park Campus
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
Join us for this Month's Science Public Lecture with Professor Darren Walsh from the School of Chemistry. He’ll be discussing the exciting future of battery-powered flight and how new types of batteries could transform the way we travel.
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
March 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Join us for this Month's Science Public Lecture with Professor Darren Walsh from the School of Chemistry. He’ll be discussing the exciting future of battery-powered flight and how new types of batteries could transform the way we travel.
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
Book a free place: forms.office.com/e/c5YbQZP4PQ
🎉Our final reveal for today! Congratulations to our final shortlist for the Institute Award itself - Neil Walker from Lakeside Arts, Barry Shaw from Life Sciences, Sally Schofield from @uonnmrc.bsky.social and Vicky Brotherton from @rightslab.bsky.social.
Read more: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
March 14, 2025 at 4:26 PM
🎉Our final reveal for today! Congratulations to our final shortlist for the Institute Award itself - Neil Walker from Lakeside Arts, Barry Shaw from Life Sciences, Sally Schofield from @uonnmrc.bsky.social and Vicky Brotherton from @rightslab.bsky.social.
Read more: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
🎉Thrilled to unveil our final shortlist for the Best School Initiative category! Congratulations to @eakellymusic, Hilary Collins from and Kamini Rakkar for their incredible work in bringing research to life for pupils. #InstituteAwards
March 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM
🎉Thrilled to unveil our final shortlist for the Best School Initiative category! Congratulations to @eakellymusic, Hilary Collins from and Kamini Rakkar for their incredible work in bringing research to life for pupils. #InstituteAwards
A huge congratulations to @bethjackson1x.bsky.social, Blandine French, and @jolealock.bsky.social for being shortlisted for the Rising Star Award – Public Engagement category! Their dedication to creating mutual benefits through research is truly inspiring! 1/2 🎉🏆
March 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A huge congratulations to @bethjackson1x.bsky.social, Blandine French, and @jolealock.bsky.social for being shortlisted for the Rising Star Award – Public Engagement category! Their dedication to creating mutual benefits through research is truly inspiring! 1/2 🎉🏆
We are thrilled to announce that
@andreasartorius.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Veterinary Medicine and @catherineprice.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Geography are the two exceptional finalists for the Rising Star Award – Policy Impact! 1/2
@andreasartorius.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Veterinary Medicine and @catherineprice.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Geography are the two exceptional finalists for the Rising Star Award – Policy Impact! 1/2
March 14, 2025 at 1:38 PM
We are thrilled to announce that
@andreasartorius.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Veterinary Medicine and @catherineprice.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Geography are the two exceptional finalists for the Rising Star Award – Policy Impact! 1/2
@andreasartorius.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Veterinary Medicine and @catherineprice.bsky.social, Research Fellow at the School of Geography are the two exceptional finalists for the Rising Star Award – Policy Impact! 1/2
🎉Thrilled to announce our finalists for the 2025 #InstituteAwards, Best Public Engagement Initiative! Congratulations to @queercomrades.bsky.social, Dr Larissa Sandy, @lucyjones.bsky.social, and the Brain Data Project, led by @drmaxlwilson.bsky.social🎉.
👉: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
👉: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
March 14, 2025 at 11:55 AM
🎉Thrilled to announce our finalists for the 2025 #InstituteAwards, Best Public Engagement Initiative! Congratulations to @queercomrades.bsky.social, Dr Larissa Sandy, @lucyjones.bsky.social, and the Brain Data Project, led by @drmaxlwilson.bsky.social🎉.
👉: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
👉: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
We're thrilled to announce the finalists for the Best Policy Initiative category of the 2025 #InstituteAwards! Congratulations to @drhmccabe.bsky.social, and Right Lab's Scale of Harm project for their efforts in shaping policies at different levels.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
March 14, 2025 at 10:50 AM
We're thrilled to announce the finalists for the Best Policy Initiative category of the 2025 #InstituteAwards! Congratulations to @drhmccabe.bsky.social, and Right Lab's Scale of Harm project for their efforts in shaping policies at different levels.
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Read more: www.nottingham.ac.uk/policy-and-e...
Over the past two weeks, researchers from the University of Nottingham have been proud to take part in this year's Festival of Science and Curiosity, bringing hands-on science and research to communities across Nottinghamshire.
Thank you to everyone who attended and asked questions!
Thank you to everyone who attended and asked questions!
February 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Over the past two weeks, researchers from the University of Nottingham have been proud to take part in this year's Festival of Science and Curiosity, bringing hands-on science and research to communities across Nottinghamshire.
Thank you to everyone who attended and asked questions!
Thank you to everyone who attended and asked questions!