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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

ARC has provided key dates for the next (supposedly final) Discovery Projects round (DP28) ▶️ www.arc.gov.au/funding-rese... Opens 1 Feb, closes 10 May 27. Outcomes not until Apr–May 28😔 (this is embarrassing) Look out for Guidelines in “late Oct” – remember, no rejoinder! So it’ll be…interesting 🧐

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Australian Research Council @arc-gov-au.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The ARC’s 2026 Future Fellowships scheme will provide more than $344 million in Aus Govt funding to support researchers addressing major national challenges and opportunities. Learn more: www.arc.gov.au/future-fello...

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Australian Research Council @arc-gov-au.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Tomorrow (Tuesday 8 Sept), we will announce the outcome of the ARC Future Fellowships (FT26). Stay tuned for the update!

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Kate Littlejohn @kelittlejohn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I'm currently in the middle of PhD research that is showing unequivocally that this is not even close to a thing. Women are still massively underrepresented in the curriculum and almost every teacher I interviewed raised the manosphere's influence on male students as an explicit blocker.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Update & confirmation of delay to announcements from the ARC. The ARC is sending this message to university research offices.

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Thanks to @nature.com for covering our @britishacademy.bsky.social trial of partial randomisation in the allocation of our small research grants. As the piece says it seems to have helped diversify those who apply rather than rule themselves out of the process www.nature.com/articles/d41...

One of the most
closely watched of these experiments comes from the United Kingdom.
New peer-review trial lets grant applicants evaluate each other's proposals
In 2022, the British Academy, the national
organization for
the humanities and social sciences, began randomizing its Small Research Grants among all proposals that pass a quality threshold - a trial since extended to 2028.
The issue that the academy was trying to solve was not simply that the review board was overworked, but also that many researchers never applied at all. "Some were disqualifying themselves from even making an application, says Ken Emond, the academy's head of research funding,

The programme's numbers quickly changed after implementing this system.
Applications nearly doubled, from 643 in 2022 to 1,257 in the 2025-26 round, and the pool broadened. The share of applications from Asian and Asian British researchers, for instance, climbed from 13% to 19%, and their share of awards went from 11% to 17%. Other factors played a part, Emond notes, but the results matched what supporters of this change had predicted.
A lottery also changes what a rejection means. Whereas the academy once gave no feedback at all, it can now tell applicants whether they fell short on quality or simply lost the draw. Some rejectees, Emond says, take their"passed the threshold" verdict as validation of their proposal when applying elsewhere.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Did you know the ARC is on Bluesky? If not, I encourage you to follow them: @arc-gov-au.bsky.social There will be a lot of change over the next couple of years. Tuning into them on here will help raise this channel's priority for their communication with actual researchers.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

The ARC's new grant scheme table, in case you don't want to read through the details (which are here: www.arc.gov.au/system/files...)

Screenshot of a table (black text on variously shaded backgrounds) showing some main aspects of the new grant schemes announced by the ARC.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

The ARC has released their new set of grant schemes ▶️ www.arc.gov.au/news-and-pub... Before implementing them, they’re now going to “consult with the sector”. Hopefully genuinely, not just with a few disengaged DVCRs. In the meantime, there’ll be another round of Discovery Projects (DP28).

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Maarten Vink @maartenpvink.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

When you think you've heard it all. German courts have ruled that a family who entered Germany on German passports in 2020 had never been German citizens, because a 1908 marriage between a German colonial official and a Togolese woman was not legally valid under colonial law.

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Australian Research Council @arc-gov-au.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Nominations now open: ARC College of Experts 2027. We’re seeking leaders in research and peer review from across academia, industry and the public sector — with strong encouragement for multidisciplinary expertise and diverse nominations. Find out more: www.arc.gov.au/news-and-pub...

Graphic with a dark blue background featuring a minimal white line drawing of two people seated side by side—one holding a document and the other with arms crossed. Below the illustration, bold text reads “College of Experts” with smaller text underneath stating “Nominations open.”

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

#DECRA applicants, the rejoinder period begins on Monday (25 May). You'll get reports from "detailed assessors" – people in your general field, but not necessarily experts on your specific research. Reports will appear in your RMS portal, normally around 11am Canberra time (but it varies).

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Mentors & supervisors for #DECRA applicants: Make time in your schedule on Monday – it matters👇 Better yet, make time in your schedule *today* to go over what to expect with applicants you know. Show them your previous assessor reports, & how you responded. Before all the emotion hits on Monday!

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Discovery Projects (DP27) still won’t be announced until mid–late Jan. 2027, i.e. 13 months after EOI submission! Similarly, Laureate F’ships – 11 months. However, gladly, Future Fellowships (FT26) will 9 months (back to “normal”).

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

While ARC wait for Minister to approve their new grant schemes, they’ve created a new round of Future Fellowships (FT27) & Industrial Transformation Hubs & Centres (IC27 & IH27). And they’ve provided 2-week outcome announcement windows! Phew! BUT schemes still generally take longer than last year…

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

That's a whopping $100M invested in grants! Wow. Despite huge number of applications – presumably 'coz this is the last advertised round of Linkage Projects – there's enough money to give a success rate of 44%! Normally only ~175 grants are *submitted* in round 2, but here 178 have been funded.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Minister @jasonclaremp.bsky.social has vetoed funding for 13 ARC grants based on security grounds. “Security” is the only way they can veto individual grants anymore* (not just a whim like under the previous legislation). From ARC's “Update on Research Security” 👇 www.arc.gov.au/news-and-pub...

Screenshot of the ARC’s “Update on Research Security” showing black text on white background, giving the only information we’re allowed to know about the grants vetoed, i.e. how many and from what schemes. Two from DP26, two from LP25r1, two from LE26, and three from LP25r2.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Important to note that this rule on assessors still applies (from full policy): "Inputting any application material into public generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity etc.) is considered by the ARC to constitute a serious breach of confidentiality and is not permitted."

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

The ARC has changed its generative AI policy, for both applicants and assessors ▶️ www.arc.gov.au/news-and-pub... The basic deal is summarised 👇 Full policy ▶️ www.arc.gov.au/publications...

Black text on white background. Screenshot from ARC policy announcement webpage on the use of generative AI in ARC applications and assessments.

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Dr Vanessa @hpsvanessa.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Once again reminding all academics in the UK that they really, really, really, really should sign up to @alcs.co.uk Lifetime membership is £36 and they take it out of the money they collect for you so it really is "free money". I'm getting a little over £100 *every year*. Do it!

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404 Media @404media.co · 12/03/2026

This is Nathan Cavanaugh, another DOGE staffer explaining how he flagged grants at NEH for "DEI" which would be reviewed for termination. 404 Media has reviewed hours of this footage and we'll have more soon. Part of a lawsuit by @acls1919.bsky.social, @modernlanguage.bsky.social + @historians.org

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Dan Kaszeta FRHistS @dankaszeta.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

It's now an annual ritual for me. Waiting for the ALCS statement to see what I've earned in secondary and residual royalties from photocopies, libraries, etc. Lowest amount: £18. Largest amount: £1900. If you've got stuff published in the UK and aren't a member of ALCS, you're a chump.

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Taylor Lorenz @taylorlorenz.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

1908: the Lancet, one of the most respected scientific journals, calls for 18 age limit on reading in bed amidst a moral panic surrounding children becoming "addicted" to novels, which were "designed to keep kids hooked" and destroy their attention/mental health

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Zachary Levenson @grundrza.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Yesterday, those who teach Intro to Sociology at Florida colleges (as opposed to universities) received a ready-made curriculum from the state and were ordered to teach it. Yes, you read that correctly. The *state* is enforcing a curriculum on college profs, complete w/ the following restrictions:

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Discovery Projects are now a complete joke: EoIs were due 12 Dec last year. Full apps are due 22 April this year. Results won't be out until next year: 15 Jan – 15 Apr 2027. That’s up to 16 MONTHS!

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

ARC’s new schedule is at www.arc.gov.au/funding-rese... It will now take A YEAR, or more, for researchers to know whether their grants are successful or not. For example, early-career researchers are to submit DECRA proposals 11 March this year but they may not be announced 'til 9 March NEXT YEAR!

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

⁉️The ARC has delayed outcomes of ALL grants 1–4 months & increased scheduled outcome windows from 2 weeks to 3 months! This reverses 4 years of progress in providing greater certainty & ability to plan for researchers, their families & unis. Their excuse? Security checks under new ARC legislation👇

Black text on white background. Screenshot of ARC’s Network Message regarding delays to grant announcements because of new security arrangements.

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The Sociological Review Foundation @thesociologicalreview.org · 12/12/2025

CALL: seminar funding for 2026 The Foundation is inviting submissions for its 2026 Undisciplining Seminar Series exploring who and what sociology is for. Submit your proposal by 31 January for public events focusing on the transformative potential of sociological thinking. ➡️

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The Undisciplining Seminar Series 2026 Call for applications

The Sociological Review Foundation invites proposals for its 2026 Undisciplining Seminar Series exploring “Who and what is sociology for?”

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Jessica Faecks @jessicafaecks.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

#JustPublished in 'Migration, Diasporas and Citizenship': The volume 'Communities of Care in Migration', ed. by @leahmouse.bsky.social and Valerie Francisco-Menchavez. Read, download or purchase the e-book/hardcopy here: shorturl.at/YQThC 20% off with discount code PALAUT. @hss.springernature.com

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Newsroom - University of Sydney @newsroomusyd.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Dubbo’s first MD grads, trained by @sydney.edu.au, will soon start work. After 4 years of study and care for rural patients, a new doctor tells the #ABC she’s ready to serve in bush communities across Australia. Listen here: bit.ly/3MAOtYN#rura... #MedicalTraining #DubboStream #HealthcareAccess

Prof. John Prins - wearing glasses, a grey suit and gray hair smiles next to a quote: "These students have done something special...they've trained as doctors...and now many are staying to serve the communities that supported them." Caption says Prof. John Prins, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Health.

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Katherine Kenny @katherinekenny.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Exciting new collection co-edited by my excellent colleague @leahmouse.bsky.social. Very much looking forward to checking it out 👇

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Leah Williams Veazey @leahmouse.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

New book! "Communities of Care in Migration" is an edited collection of chapters highlighting the often-unrecognised labour of care given and received between migrants in diverse contexts. Edited by @leahmouse.bsky.social & Valerie Francisco-Menchavez: link.springer.com/book/10.1007...

Promotional image of the book, Communities of Care in Migration. It has a blue cover with an orange, yellow and red abstract image.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Here's a report from Jenny Sinclair @jsresearchpro.bsky.social on the low success rate for DECRAs this week, driven by high demand and low Government funding for early career researchers in Australia. [Free article in @resprofnews.bsky.social]

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Low success rate in early career grants ‘deeply disappointing’ - Research Professional News

“Decay continues” as Australian Research Council’s Decra scheme announces 13.1 per cent success rate

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

ARC are considering a restructure in which jobs there will be lost, a source tells me. This seems ridiculous when they're about to completely overhaul the entire grants system – they've never undertaken anything so large before! I've long said ARC needs MANY MORE staff, & should do more, not less.

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

DECRA success rate is the lowest in 14 years, since 2012 (1st year the scheme ran). What a pathetic system we have for supporting new ideas, new people… DE26: 13.1% 25: 17.9 24: 19.6 23: 15.0 22: 19.7 21: 17.1 20: 16.0 19: 17.2 18: 16.3 17: 16.7 16: 16.4 15: 14.3 14: 13.6 13: 15.6 12: 12.8

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

#DECRA #DE26 announcement cont.: Outcomes summary: Approved / requested (%) Apps: 200 / 1532 (13.1%) Funds: $102.79M / $785.30M (13.1%) Approved grants requested $103.17M; 99.6% provided. /bot

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

🚨 #DECRA #DE26 announcement: ❗️Outcomes announced publicly for Discovery Early Career Researcher Award 2026❗️ See ARC's RMS for list ➡️ rms.arc.gov.au/RMS/Report/Download/… /bot

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ARC Tracker @arc-tracker.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

ARC says they’ll announce DECRA and LIEF outcomes tomorrow (Tuesday 25th Nov). In recent times these announcements have been around 11am Canberra time. With 2 schemes on the same day, I assume they’ll announce one of them later in the day (probably DECRA first).

Screenshot of tweet from the ARC saying they’ll announce DECRA and LIEF outcomes on Tuesday 25th Nov.

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Kristian Bernt Karlson @kbkarlson.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

LAST CALL! #Sociology Professorships in Copenhagen, Denmark! We're hiring 2+ open-rank profs (Asst/Assoc/Full). Any area. Deadline: this Saturday, Nov 15! Join a leading European sociology department. Please repost! jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabeli...

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Call for two or more open-rank academic positions in Sociology

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Tanja Junkers @polymerreaction.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Translation for last year PhD students: You want to watch the ARC webpage tomorrow to see who will be looking for postdocs in 2026

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Altmetric @altmetric.com · 15/10/2025

PODCASTS Altmetric now tracks podcasts mentioning research In 2018 there were roughly 500,000 podcasts in existence. Just 3 years later that number was 2 million. Today it's around 4 million. Amid all the Squarespace ads there's citations to research. Let's go 1/7

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Kate Littlejohn @kelittlejohn.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

#PhD research callout! I am seeking History teachers in NSW for a short interview about NSW History 7-10 syllabuses. If you have taught History in NSW and are interested, please enter your details into this form. forms.office.com/r/cvf5QfLrLb Ethics approval: H16788 Please share!

Seeking: NSW History Teachers. Have you taught History 7-10 in NSW? Are you interested in taking part in an online interview for a PhD study at WSU about the representation of women in the NSW history syllabuses? Please enter your details into the form below for further details. https://forms.office.com/r/cvf5QfLrLb Contacts: Kate Littlejohn, Kay Carroll

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Methods in Migration Research (Meth@Mig - IMISCOE) @methatmig.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

📣Deadline extension! Submit your proposals to the 2026 IMISCOE Annual Conference by October 8, 2025! … please do submit your methods-focused proposals and don’t forget to tag our SC during the submission process. www.imiscoe.org/events/imisc...

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British Journal of Sociology @bjsociology.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

📣 We're currently accepting papers for the British Journal of Sociology 2026 Conference! The conference will showcase cutting-edge research from across the discipline. We invite scholars to submit abstracts of up to 400 words on topics relating to any aspect of sociology➡️ buff.ly/wTaE0fI

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Brendan Churchill @brenchurchill.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

This afternoon at #WES @wesjnl.bsky.social conference, Kim Allen and I will be presenting work on our longitudinal mixed methods side hustles project, focussing on the gendered dimensions.

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Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies @healthy-societies.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

New article! In this interdisciplinary piece, @jiannitien.bsky.social @katherinekenny.bsky.social @alexbroom.bsky.social Alice Motion & @bartlettquantum.bsky.social explore the ethical and social dimensions of nanotechnology innovation. Find the full article here: bit.ly/464M1zR @sydney.edu.au

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Kat Brown @katbrownwrites.com · 11/08/2025

Dame Stephanie Shirley, the IT entrepreneur who came to the UK in the Kindertransport and went by “Steve” to ensure her letters were answered, has died at 91. Her 2010 interview with Kirsty Young is one of the most engrossing DIDs I’ve ever heard. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/d...

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Dame Stephanie Shirley

Podcast Episode · Desert Island Discs · 23/05/2010 · 38m

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