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The JMS Scholarship Programme supports Black UK PhD students at the University of Glasgow. https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/mccune-smith/
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We’re excited to launch the 5th round of applications for the JMS Scholarship. 12 scholarships are available in any research area which can be supervised at the University.

Register your interest here: forms.office.com/e/k2bkPz4ekB

#PhDScholarship #Scholarships2026 #UKScholarships
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November 7, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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We're thrilled to be joined by Marwa Osman whose research looks into degradation of the p53 protein as a potential approach to cancer therapy.

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November 3, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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With the academic year now underway, we're delighted to be joined by JMS Scholar, Valerio Lhamine.

He joins the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences' School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine to research in Ecology.

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October 21, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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This coming Black History Month's edition of the JMS Network series will see Dr Shantel George in conversation with JMS PhD Scholar in History, Taylar Carty. Join us from 6-8pm on Thursday 30 October in Kelvin Hall.

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September 22, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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Martin Kalemba is one of the many talented students to be joining us this year. Through the JMS Scholarship, he will be part of the Adam Smith Business School in the College of Social Sciences, researching African Kingdoms as Resourceful Corporations.

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August 27, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Nkechi First is a filmmaker, writer, and media practitioner with a passion for storytelling, gender representation, and African cinema. We're delighted that she will join the JMS PhD Scholarship Programme in the School of Culture & Creative Arts.

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August 15, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Please welcome Tyler England to the JMS PhD Scholarship, joining us via the School of Social & Political Sciences in the upcoming academic year.
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July 30, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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We are delighted to welcome new JMS Scholar Michelle Amoah. Michelle graduated from the University of Strathclyde with a degree in Biomedical Science and is currently completing her Master’s in Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Glasgow with @uofgscmh.bsky.social @uofgmvls.bsky.social
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July 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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💥1 DAY TO GO!!
Day 2 of #JMSConference2025 is packed with inspiring sessions, vibrant discussions, followed by a stunning closing performance!

🎟️ There’s still time to grab your FREE ticket - follow the link below!

#Blackscholarship #Glasgowevents #Unconference
June 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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⏳ 2 DAYS TO GO!
#JMSConference2025 is almost here. Expect an inspiring welcome, powerful keynotes, presentations, exhibition of the groundbreaking research-in-process of JMS Scholars!

🎟️ Free tickets via the link below.
#JMSConference2025 #BlackScholarship #GlasgowEvents
June 23, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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🎉 3 DAYS TO GO!
We’re counting down to #JMSConference2025, a two-day celebration of bold ideas, visionary research, and transformative conversations.
Go over to our website for the full schedule or scroll up to see programme highlights!

You don’t want to MISS it!
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June 22, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Be part of this vital conversation at #JMSConference2025 with Dr Mavis Machirori & Dr Chisomo Kalinga, hosted by Prof.Jason Gill. Inspired by the legacy of James McCune Smith, we'll explore how narrative, identity & culture intersect to reimagine healthcare in Black communities.
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June 18, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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What does it mean to disrupt with purpose?
Briana Pegado leads ‘Make Good Trouble’ on Day 2 of #JMSConference2025, a workshop on disrupting with care, leading with purpose & crafting futures rooted in justice, equity & growth.
✨Join us, this is the kind of trouble worth making!
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June 16, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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DAY 2 at #JMSConference2025

We're beyond excited to welcome a powerful panel of change-makers joining Dr Peggy Brunache for a vital conversation on building lasting systems that protect, support & celebrate the future of Black academia.

📢 Don't miss it!
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June 13, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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We’re delighted to welcome Dr Sigourney Bonner to #JMSConference2025!
✨A Cancer researcher, Forbes 30 Under 30 Honouree, and Co-Founder of Black in Cancer, Sigourney brings science + justice to the fore.

Join us June 25–26 as she shares her journey at the intersection of science and social justice
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June 11, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Follow the Link below to book your FREE ticket!
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#FromTheFringe #AfroFuturism #IrenosenOkojieMBE @uofgsocsci.bsky.social @uofgnews.bsky.social @uofgnews.bsky.social
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June 9, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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We’re honoured to welcome Professor Christopher Jackson to #JMSConference2025! A leader in geoscience and passionate communicator, he’ll share insights on science, sustainability, and shifting how we see the world.
✨Join us this June 25-26 as we explore transformation from the ground up!
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June 5, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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What happens when we move beyond traditional conference formats? #JMSConference2025 will once again feature an Unconference, a dynamic space for open dialogue, workshops, and collective knowledge-making.

📢Let's question, disrupt, and reimagine together.

✨ Book your tickets now!
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June 2, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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The stories we tell shape the futures we create! At #JMSConference2025, we'll dive into this year's theme: "From the Fringe to the Future: Reimagining Our Narratives of Tomorrow". Together, we will challenge perspectives and discuss how today's bold ideas shape the future.
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May 8, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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We're so excited to introduce our next guest, Dr Victoria Okoye @ogoegbunam.bsky.social to the JMS Network series. This time we're at the luscious Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre on Thursday 29 May, so join us in person or online from 6-8pm for our last public gathering of the academic year!
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May 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Join us for our next JMS Network gathering with Dr Adetunmise Dada in conversation with our JMS scholar, Rosie Nmaju! This month's gathering will be 6-8pm on Wednesday 30 April at The Advanced Research Centre (ARC).

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#BlackInSTEM #BlackInPhysics #BlackInAstronomy
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April 9, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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We’re thrilled to announce that the 3rd Annual JMS Conference is happening on June 25-26, 2025! Get ready for an incredible lineup of speakers, groundbreaking research from our scholars, and insightful discussions. Stay tuned for more details! #JMSConference2025
#ScholarsInAction
#HoldTheDate
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April 2, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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Come to our next JMS Network with Marlene Smith and Chizu Anucha!

We're delighted to invite you to join us at Kelvin Hall or online next Thursday 27 March 6-8pm for another edition of our JMS Network in-conversations.
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March 20, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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We are delighted to welcome Dr Malica Willie our January JMS Network Event hosted by JMS Scholar,
@skju.bsky.social. Fancy joining us? Get in touch!
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December 13, 2024 at 2:23 PM
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The opportunity for Black UK domiciled students to undertake PhD research with us is closing soon! Applications for our Scholarships are now open for October 2025 entry – apply by 31 January 2025.

#JMSPhD #UofG #WorldChangingGlasgow #WorldChangers
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December 10, 2024 at 10:59 AM