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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Don't forget that the deadline is 4pm today for applications to our Commissioning Fund.

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UK Data Service @ukdataservice.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Every autumn we run a free introductory training series to introduce different aspects of the UK Data Service. See our website for a full list of what's available: ukdataservice.ac.uk/2026/09/08/u...

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UK Data Service introductory training series: Autumn 2026 - UK Data Service

Our introductory training series for autumn 2026 is now open for booking. The series is designed to help users get the most from the UK Data Service.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The deadline to apply for up to £50,000 FEC from our Commissioning Fund is rapidly approaching - if you are an ECR with a focus on behavioural research on the environment and sustainability, this is for you! Don't miss out - apply before it's too late! usher.ed.ac.uk/behavioural-...

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Institute of Alcohol Studies @ias.org.uk · 01/09/2026

“When people are left out of the data, services are not designed for them.” 🖊️Dr Vera Buss, UCL & @behaviourresuk.bsky.social: people experiencing homelessness are often missing from datasets informing policy, despite high alcohol harm levels & barriers to support. www.ias.org.uk/2026/09/01/b...

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Beyond national statistics: understanding alcohol harm and recovery in homelessness - Institute of Alcohol Studies

People experiencing homelessness are no more likely to drink as the general population - but far more likely to experience severe alcohol harm, and far less likely to get support. Two new studies go…

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The latest BR-UK newsletter has just landed in inboxes this morning! Not signed up to our mailing list? No problem, our newsletter is also available online: mailings.ed.ac.uk/cr/AQjlvgcQu... Join our mailing list: usher.ed.ac.uk/behavioural-...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

What do you wish you knew when you started out in behavioural research? 🧭 Research Qs, collabs, publishing, policy work, funding - share the lesson you wish you'd learned sooner to help someone starting out now ECR's Looking for funding? Check out: Link:https://tinyurl.com/424ncjm5

What do you wish someone had told you when you started your behavioural research career?
Maybe it was about:
🎓 Choosing a research question
🤝 Building collaborations
📚 Publishing
🧭 Developing your research identity
🏛️ Working with policymakers or practitioners
💰 Finding funding

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Would #behavioural #research help address a question your team or organisation is grappling with? See below for details on how we could help. We've helped teams across government, health, and the charity sector make smarter, #evidence-informed decisions! Details at: usher.ed.ac.uk/behavioural-...

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It offers expert advice on behavioural research methods, theories, evidence, and applications.

The service is perfect if you need to:
Understand whether behavioural science can help solve your problem
Get a quick, evidence-based summary of what works (and what doesn't)
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Ask BR-UK has already helped teams across government, health, and the charity sector make smarter, evidence-informed decisions. Spaces are limited so don't wait to get in touch!

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Applications are now open for our latest Commissioning Fund Accelerator Awards. Up to £50k FEC is available for ECRs developing #behaviouralresearch on #environment & #sustainability. Read the guidance & find out how to apply at tinyurl.com/424ncjm5

Behavioural Research UK Commissioning Fund now open. Up to £50,000 available for early career researchers undertaking behavioural research on environment and sustainability. Deadline: 11 September 2026.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Lesley & team propose a preliminary conceptual framework which considers psychosocial, methodological & reporting factors to enable transparency, rigour, inclusivity and objectivity when adding expert consultation into research. Read the full article: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

This time next week it will be all over! The conference is fully subscribed but if you'd like to join the waitlist in case of last minute cancellations, please email the event team at: academic.conferences (at) contacts.bham.ac.uk

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

😔 Missed our Community Meeting on the use of AI in behavioural research yesterday? 😃 Don't worry you can catch up and watch the meeting back - ziply.pk/AD6xgE (or on YouTube) 📖 Read the statement: osf.io/ep6jw/files/... ✉️ You can also send feedback on the statement to enquiries[@]br-uk.ac.uk.

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Statement on use of AI in behavioural research - Community Session

This meeting introduced BR-UK's statement on the effective and responsible use of AI in behavioural research. The statement sets out BR-UK's position on generative AI in behavioural research, centred ...

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European Digital Media Observatory @edmo-eu.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

🇪🇺🤝🇬🇧 Pleased to see the new rapid evidence review led by @sheffielduni.bsky.social @behaviourresuk.bsky.social. Drawing on EDMO data, it synthesises latest evidence on false & misleading information – definitions, harms, and what actually works to reduce impact. Take a look: osf.io/8ckdy/files/...

False and Misleading Information: An Evidence Summary and Map for Policy and Practice

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Don't miss out on our upcoming training session on #EDII in public engagement. Register at: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Flyer for an online course, “Embedding EDII in Behavioural Research,” with dates 13 and 27 May, 1–3pm, and a QR code for registration.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This webinar brought together expert perspectives on one of the most pressing questions in research today: are systematic reviews still fit for purpose? Full recording will be available our YouTube channel from 10am tomorrow. Well worth an hour or so of your time. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hIR...

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UCL Centre for Behaviour Change @ucl-cbc.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

The 2026 Behaviour Change Conference Programme is live! 🎉 There are still in-person and online places available, so do join us if you haven’t already registered: 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch... Workshop registrations will be closing soon - book by 8 May: 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch... #BCConf2026

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Behaviour Change Conference 2026

Our annual conferences bring together industry, academia, government and NGOs to discuss cutting-edge developments in the science and application of behaviour change to a range global challenges.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Systematic Reviews & Beyond: How Evidence Synthesis Is Evolving. This session is intended for researchers, funders, policymakers, and practitioners interested in how evidence synthesis is changing, and how it needs to change further to meet contemporary challenges. 27.04.26 @12pm shorturl.at/e3OjM

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Last chance to register for our webinar tomorrow! Registration closes at 10am. Follow the QR code for more details on all of our events and training. People have been changing their availability for our training courses - join the waiting list to be notified if a spot becomes available.

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The Ethics of Conducting Behavioural Research — Webinar, 14 April, 1pm. Red-bordered "Last Chance to Register" highlight.
Public Engagement in Research and Policy — Training, 15 April, 1pm. Full – Waitlist Open.
Systematic Reviews and Beyond: How Evidence Synthesis Is Evolving — Methods Seminar, 27 April, 2pm.
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Statement on Use of AI in Behavioural Research — Webinar, 26 May, 11:30am.
Knowledge Mobilisation — Training, 10 June, 1pm. Full – Waitlist Open.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

BR-UK member, TRL, are recruiting a post doctoral research assistant. This two year post is available from July. Closing date April 30th. More details and how to apply: shorturl.at/9l51j #postdocjobs #behaviouralresearch

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

May Webinar: Statement on the use of AI. Join our speakers on May 26th to discuss our position on the use of AI in behavioural research, the key questions to address and your thoughts to help us shape our final statement on this issue. Register at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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UK Research and Innovation @ukri.org · 17/03/2026

We're hosting a virtual town hall on 24 Mar, 3-4pm, where our CEO, Professor Sir Ian Chapman, will outline UKRI's upcoming five-year strategy & new mission. He'll be joined by an executive panel and a Q&A will follow. Registration closes 23 Mar, 5pm. Register here⬇️

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Behavioural research is shaping policy, services, and everyday decisions more than ever - but with that influence comes important ethical responsibility. Join our upcoming webinar to explore how ethical principles can be applied in real-world research and policy contexts. tinyurl.com/3rcswcxb

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Very limited placed remaining on our policy briefs course - grab the last couple of slots today, don't miss out! We will operate a waiting list once the courses are full. Details of the courses and how to register: usher.ed.ac.uk/behavioural-...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Don't miss our upcoming events! Find out more on our website: usher.ed.ac.uk/behavioural-...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Don't miss our upcoming webinar on April 14th at 1pm! For all the details and to register, go to: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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John Drury @profjohndrury.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

'Understanding the 2024 Summer Riots in the UK: Three Case Studies' - These events were riots not ‘protests’ - More people were involved than far-right activists - There were significant community defence actions. @ukri.org @behaviourresuk.bsky.social onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Last chance to register for our Building Behavioural Research Capacity, Methods and Impact webinar describing some of the work we have underway in BR-UK. Today's Chair is @susanmichie.bsky.social. Registration closes at 10.30am ahead of a prompt 11am start! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Last Call for Abstracts! Today is your final chance to submit your abstract for consideration at the Building Capability in Behavioural Research Conference. ⏰ Submissions close at the end of today — get yours in before the deadline! uobevents.eventsair.com/bcbr2026/

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Our latest capability building training courses are open to book! They aim to help researchers advance knowledge & skills around approaches to planning, designing, and evaluating public engagement in behavioural research. tinyurl.com/jm3vub5e @oliverescobar.bsky.social @julzealejandre.bsky.social

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

💼 Exciting opportunity at BR-UK, UCL! Collaborate across sectors to advance behavioural research with impact! We're looking for a senior/research fellow to join @susanmichie.bsky.social & the BR-UK team at UCL to lead national research & capability-building. Find out more & apply shorturl.at/FcSdx

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Last call to join our webinar today at 1pm. Register at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Don't forget to register for our next webinar outlining BR-UK's plans to address behavioural change for health, the environment and safer communities. This is the first of two webinars introducing the current phase of research underway. Register at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Vera Buss, Senior Research Fellow, UCL Tobacco & Alcohol Research Group

Graham Moore, Professor of Social Sciences & Public Health, Cardiff University

David Shipworth, Professor of Energy and the Built Environment, UCL Energy Institute

Jill Weekley, Principal Evaluation Consultant, TRL

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John Drury @profjohndrury.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Our study of three of the 2024 anti-asylum-seeker riots now accepted for publication at J of Community & Applied Social Psych. Link to pre-print below. www.qeios.com/read/17ASAP

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Understanding the 2024 Summer Riots in the UK: Three Case Studies

The wave of riots in England in summer 2024 were followed by swift policy responses before any detailed empirical investigation had been carried out. This paper presents case studies of the disorders ...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

What's your views on generative #AI in #behaviouralresearch? BR-UK is surveying the behavioural research community to understand current practices and perspectives. Whether you're using it daily, cautiously experimenting, or not at all, we want to hear from you!

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Building strong networks is essential for embedding behavioural science across institutions. Researchers called for more cross-faculty connections, shared resources, and spaces to exchange expertise at the recent launch of the Behavioural Research Network. Read our blog about it. shorturl.at/PN6Io

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Launching a Behavioural Research Network at the University of Manchester | Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) | Usher Institute

Find out about The University of Manchester's Behavioural Research Network.

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UCL Centre for Behaviour Change @ucl-cbc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

📢 We're recruiting for a 'Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead' to join our management team. We’re seeking an experienced researcher with expertise in behavioural science and research methods and a proven track record in leading projects. 👉 Find out more & apply by 25 Feb: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Last chance to register to join us live today - make sure you register before 10.00am GMT!

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Harry Tattan-Birch @tattanbirch.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

In our new paper in The Lancet Public Health, we find that nicotine pouch use is rising in Britain, driven largely by increases among young adults, particularly young men. 🔗 Press release: ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/de... 📄 Paper: thelancet.com/journals/lan...

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Nicotine pouch rise driven by young men

Use of nicotine pouches has risen substantially in Great Britain over the last five years, particularly among young men, with one in 13 (7.5%) men aged 16 to 24 now using them, according to a new study led by researchers at UCL.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

New research from UCL shows nicotine pouch use has increased rapidly in Great Britain over the last five years, driven almost entirely by young people – especially young men. Now 1 in 13 men aged 16–24 use pouches. Findings highlight the need for age-of-sale and marketing regulation.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

We can announce Professor Paul Taylor will be a keynote speaker joining us on 30/06/26 at the Building Capability in Behavioural Research Conference. Professor Taylor is Chief Scientific Adviser, National Police Chiefs’ Council, will share insights on the future of behavioural research & policy

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Don't miss our January webinar which explores the findings and recommendations of the SPIRE project! Register at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Promotional flyer for a webinar hosted by Behavioural Research UK, scheduled for 11am on January 12th, 2026. The event is titled “Scoping of Policy Impacts for Regulating E-cigarettes (SPIRE)” and focuses on data and decision-analytic modeling for vape regulation. The flyer features headshots of four speakers: Hazel Squires, Jamie Brown, Loren Kock, and Lion Shahab, with their academic titles and affiliations. It includes a QR code labeled “REGISTER,” and encourages viewers to catch up on past webinars via YouTube. The design uses teal, orange, and black text on a light background.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

We are excited to share a new blog post from the BR-UK team. As generative AI reshapes our field, we are curating essential resources and offering practical guidance to help you use these tools effectively and responsibly. Read the blog: www.ncrm.ac.uk/news/show.ph...

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NCRM News | When behavioural research meets generative AI: promises, pitfalls and practical guidance

Imagine you have two months to complete a systematic review on an unfamiliar topic. Faced with the possibility of identifying more relevant papers than you could review in this timeframe, you conside

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

We have changed platforms for today's webinar aiming to connect Acas with researchers interested in their toolkit. To join us on Teams at 1pm, register at: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f5a077...

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Our co-Director, @susanmichie.bsky.social has made @clarivate.com's #highlycited2025 list. A list that includes researchers with a broad, significant impact in their fields, with many papers in the top 1% of citations. The list also uses additional metrics, expert judgment, & qualitative analysis.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Have your say! #BCBR2026 will include a live debate on a thought-provoking topic about human behaviour — and we want your ideas! Which topic is most relevant to the future of behavioural research, how findings are applied, or the interpretation of human behaviour Tell us here tinyurl.com/y28tut27

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

🧠 Have your say! As part of #BCBR2026, we are hosting a live debate on a thought-provoking topic about human behaviour — and we want your topic suggestions! We’re looking for debate topics that spark curiosity, invite multiple perspectives, and engage both specialists and non-specialists.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

📢Building Capability in Behavioural Research 20206 Conference open for registrations! Join leading researchers, practitioners, & policymakers at for engaging keynotes, presentations, and networking sessions, designed to strengthen collaboration & innovation in behavioural research.

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Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK) @behaviourresuk.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Join us for our next webinar on Surfacing and Mitigating the “Hidden Risks” of AI! Discover a novel framework focusing on #human - #AI interaction risks & the BR-UK AI Repository. Don't miss out - sign up now! 🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RlgVfWR9TX2BhaAdatH2WQ#/registration

Banner for BR-UK event “Surfacing and Mitigating the ‘Hidden Risks’ of AI,” featuring Holly Marquez, Dr Moira Nicolson, Dr Amy Rodger, and Dr Maggie Guanyu Yang. Event on 24 Nov 2025 at 10am GMT, online via Zoom, with a QR code to register.

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