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The project, funded by Wellcome Trust, aims to understand the effects of climate change on pregnant women in the UK.

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ADR Wales | YDG Cymru @adrwales.bsky.social · 2h
A new Data Insight details the Wellcome-funded @magentaproject.bsky.social, which is investigating whether exposure to higher temperatures during pregnancy is associated with outcomes such as gestational age at birth, birth weight, stillbirth, newborn health and maternal care. ▶️ tinyurl.com/3bs6t9dt
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Do you have substantial experience of managing complex cohort or health research data? We have a job opportunity for you! Data Manager - Neurological Data Platform (NDP) 📌£39,906 to £46,049 per annum Apply here: www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan... @ukserp.bsky.social @dpukdataportal.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Back in June, Morgan Byatt from our team presented his work to the MAGENTA Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Group. In this blog, he reflects on what he learned from the experience and how the group’s feedback has influenced his research👉 magentaresearch.org/what-i-learn...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Congratulations to our Co-Principal Investigator, Professor Lucy Griffiths on your prestigious award! So well-deserved, and a wonderful recognition of your significant impact on social science research, policy and practice👏
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
And that’s a wrap on our Summer Internship Programme 2026! Well done to our interns who presented their impactful research projects at yesterday's showcase event. We're incredibly proud of all your achievements this summer and can’t wait to see what’s next! ✨Highlights below!
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Green Man over and out✌️🍃 The MAGENTA team had a fantastic weekend chatting with festival-goers, sharing our research, and seeing so many of you get involved in our climate-focused activities. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stall! 📸 Swipe for some snapshots from the weekend! #GM26
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Get to know our summer intern, Shuyuan Zhang, in this rapid fire video!🔥 We recently caught up with Shuyuan at his desk to get to know him a little better and learn more about his experience with us this summer. 🎥 Press play to discover more about Shuyuan👇 #PDSInterns2026 #Internship
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Heading to Green Man Festival this weekend? Come say hi to the MAGENTA team👋 📍You can find us in #EinsteinsGarden. 👀Swipe through the teaser's to find our stall!👇 We look forward to seeing you there! #GreenMan26 #GM26
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Highlights from #WalesAirshow✈️ We had a fantastic weekend connecting with the public, sharing our research, and recruiting new study participants. A huge highlight was seeing 3 of our study participants and their wonderful MAGENTA babies!👶 Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello!❤️
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
#internshipprogramme @dementiasplatform.bsky.social y.social @dpukdataportal.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Meet our 2026 Summer Interns: Part 4 To conclude our blog series, our final five interns share how the programme is helping them develop new skills and prepare for future careers. 📲Scroll through thread to learn a bit about them! 🔗Read more: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/meet-our-202... #PDSInterns2026
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Today is #ClimateEmergencyDay!🌍 At MAGENTA, we’re researching how rising temperatures affect pregnancy & how homes and surroundings impact birth outcomes.🏠🏙️ We are working with @birthcompanions.bsky.social to turn data into support. Swipe for details.🧵 @wellcometrust.bsky.social
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Meet our 2026 Summer Interns: Part 3 In today’s blog, meet four more interns and hear about their projects, motivations for joining the programme, and future aspirations. 👇Follow thread below and get to know them better! 🔗Read blog: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/meet-our-202... #PDSInterns2026
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SeRP - Secure eResearch Platform @ukserp.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
This week, as gold sponsors, we're at the @ipdln.bsky.social conference at Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands. Explore the graphic below and the full programme here - ipdln.org/2026-ipdln-c... to see the range of activities we'll be involved in. serp.ac.uk. @popdatascisu.bsky.social
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Pioneering project supporting pupils’ health & wellbeing has extended to nursery & reception kids! 🏫 'Little HAPPEN' invites parents of kids aged 3-5 to take a survey to help schools gain key insights. 👉 popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/new-project-... @swanseauni.bsky.social
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New project helping to shape the future wellbeing of Welsh nursery children - Population Data Science
Centre for Population Health News. Published 13/07/2026  A pioneering project aimed at supporting Welsh primary pupils’ health and wellbeing has been such a success it has now been extended to include...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Our #PDSInterns2026 recently visited the @senedd.wales and Welsh Government to see how data and research support policymaking in Wales. Interns had the opportunity to meet Members of the Senedd and explore how evidence informs public policy. Read more🔎 popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/population-d...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Meet Our 2026 Summer Interns: Part 1 Today we’re kicking off our four-part blog series, introducing the first four interns from this year's cohort. 🧵Follow thread to learn more about their interests and what they hope to achieve! 🔗Read blog: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/meet-our-202...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Meet our 2026 Summer Interns: Part 2! In Part 2, meet four more of our #PDSInterns2026, learn about the research they're contributing to and what they hope to gain from the programme 👇 🔗 Read Part 2: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/meet-our-202... 🧵Follow thread to learn more about our interns!
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Introducing the second group of #PDSInterns2026 👏 We're so pleased to have you on board and look forward to following your journey over the summer. Welcome to PDS! 🤝 🖱️Click through to meet our interns!
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Welcome our newest member of the team, Cerith Halfpenny👋 Cerith is joining us as a summer intern as part of the @popdatascisu.bsky.social Summer Internship Programme. We're delighted to have Cerith with us this summer and look forward to supporting him as he contributes to our impactful research!
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Wondering what it's like to have a hair sample taken as part of our study?✂️ 👀 Take a sneak peak inside an appointment with one of our Research Midwives, Sophie Barry, to see how its done! 🔎For more info and to take part in our study, visit: forms.office.com/pages/respon... @swanseauni.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
We'd like to welcome our newest team member, Joe Taggart👋 Joe is joining us as our new Research Assistant. We're thrilled to have him on board and look forward to his contributions to our research! #welcome #newteamembers #MAGENTAProject @swanseauni.bsky.social @popdatascisu.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Say hello to our newest member of the team, Sarah Eagle 👋 Sarah will be joining us as our Research Midwife, supporting participants throughout their involvement in the study and helping to ensure a positive and engaging research experience. We’re excited to have Sarah on board! #meettheteam
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
📢Introducing our newest member of the team Katie Holdaway- mcshane. As our Research Midwife, Katie will be engaging with participants, conducting study visits, and collecting samples to support our research. We are excited to have her on the team! #newemployee #meetourteam #MAGENTAProject
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
📢 Climate change is also a health issue. As global temperatures rise, heatwaves are becoming an increasing risk for pregnant people and infant health outcomes. 🧵Follow thread to find out how we are helping tackle this issue. More on our work: magentaresearch.org #WorldEnvironmentDay
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
In our latest blog, Morgan Byatt, Epidemiological Research Assistant, reflects on his experience at the Advances in environmental health research: Platforms, linkages, and methods conference in London. Read about his key learnings & takeaways from the event 🔗 magentaresearch.org/advancing-en...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Say hello to our newest member of the team, Kelly Watkins 👋 Kelly is joining us as our Research Midwife, supporting expectant mums through their study experience. We are excited to have her on the team and look forward to the impact she will have on the MAGENTA Project 🚀 #newemployee #midwife
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
On #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife, we’re celebrating our three research midwives 💙 They help women throughout their study journey, supporting recruitment and ongoing check-ups for both mother and baby, while working with communities to shape research that’s relevant and inclusive.
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Does where you live change how heat affects pregnancy? 🌡️🤱 We are studying London's "urban heat island" and comparing it with Wales to see how different environments impact mothers and babies. 🏙️⛰️ Read more: magentaresearch.org/why-london-m... @wellcometrust.bsky.social @wellcometrust.bsky.social
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Why London Matters - MAGENTA
London is a key part of the MAGENTA project, offering a way to understand how heat exposure during pregnancy may affect mothers and babies in a large and diverse urban population. The MAGENTA team at ...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Meet Sammie Bond, our MAGENTA mum from last year's summer study cohort 💗 Sammie joined our research to help improve maternal health outcomes for women today and in the future. Read more testimonies from our MAGENTA participants: 👉 magentaresearch.org/meet-the-mum... @wellcometrust.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Introducing our MAGENTA mums and babies!❤️ Meet Lucy Riley, from last year's summer study, who shares her motivations for taking part and her experience with our research midwife Sophie Barry 👇 Read more testimonies from study participants 🔎 magentaresearch.org/meet-the-mum...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Meet Nadine Green, one of our MAGENTA mums who took part in the 2025 summer study👋 We caught up with Nadine who shared her reasons for joining our research and her positive experience of taking part. Explore more testimonies from our MAGENTA mums: 💭 magentaresearch.org/meet-the-mum...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Last week, Amir Baniasadi from our team attended the annual Geographic Information Research UK (GISRUK) conference at the @unibirmingham.bsky.social where he presented his latest findings on the social dimensions of environmental risk. 🔎 magentaresearch.org/magenta-at-g...
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MAGENTA at GISRUK 2026: Mapping heat inequality in Wales - MAGENTA
Held last week at the University of Birmingham, the annual Geographic Information Research UK (GISRUK) conference brought together leading experts in spatial data and geographical science from across ...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Meet our newest member of the team, Morgan Byatt!👋 Morgan is joining us as our new Epidemiological Research Assistant. We are excited to have him on the team and look forward to the impact he’ll make. #welcome #newemployee #MAGENTA @swanseauni.bsky.social @popdatascisu.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Meet our MAGENTA Mums and Babies!💗 This week, we’re sharing stories from some of the women taking part in our research, as they reflect on their experiences. First up: meet Katie Miller, part of our summer 2025 cohort 👋 Read more: magentaresearch.org/meet-the-mum... @swanseauni.bsky.social
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Join HDR UK Wales for their next 'Connecting Expertise' webinar on Preconception Health👶 🔎Explore how routine health data and large-scale datasets are advancing our understanding of preconception health. 📅Thurs 23 April | 12:00pm 🔗 www.ticketsource.com/population-d... @saildatabank.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Are you a pregnant woman between 18-45? The MAGENTA study wants you!🫵 Take part in our study to help us understand the impact of heatwaves on pregnancy across communities in Swansea and Port Talbot. Get paid for your time! 🔗For more info and to sign up forms.office.com/e/7uEnx3YfSB...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Are you pregnant and living in Swansea or Port Talbot? The MAGENTA study wants you! 🫵 Take part in our study to help us understand the impact of #heatwaves on pregnancy across communities in Swansea and Port Talbot. 🔎 More info: magentaresearch.org/join-our-res... @wellcometrust.bsky.social
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
On #WorldHealthDay, we are spotlighting our analysts who work behind the scenes to transform complex data into valuable insights, aiming to improve the health of expectant mothers and babies. Learn more about our team members and their expertise. 🔎 magentaresearch.org/behind-the-d...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Ready to make a difference to mental health research?🚀 We have a #jobopportunity for you! Join a leading suicide prevention, self-harm and mental health research team, led by Prof Ann John, as a Research Assistant / Officer. Apply by 13th April 🔗 www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
New collaborative research highlights the success of nurse-led programmes in preventing violence and streamlining emergency department care. A vital step forward for healthcare safety and efficiency. 📈🩺 Read more 👉 popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/nurse-led-pr... @swanseauni.bsky.social
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Nurse-led programme helps prevents violence and improves emergency care - Population Data Science
New research shows that hospital accident and emergency violence prevention programmes are effective in reducing harm, costs to the NHS and improve emergency care. A series of research studies, led by...
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MAGENTA Project @magentaproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Meet the team at UCL who are investigating how London’s urban landscape affects maternal and newborn health. The team is led by two experts in population health and environmental epidemiology: Prof Pia Hardelid and Dr Amal Rammah. 🔎 magentaresearch.org/meet-the-lon... @wellcometrust.bsky.social
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
🚀 Two Swansea projects have secured funding via the £3.5m DARE UK initiative to advance secure data research: ❤️ CONNECT-AF 🤰 FRAME The teams will explore how federated data can improve health outcomes across the UK. Read👉 popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/swansea-proj... #DAREUKResearchExemplars
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Swansea projects secure funding in £3.5m UK data research initiative - Population Data Science
Two Swansea-led projects are among eight new research exemplars sharing £3.5 million to demonstrate how sensitive data can be used safely and at scale across the UK. Funded through the UKRI Digital Re...
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Population Data Science at Swansea University @popdatascisu.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Congrats to Dr Helen Daniels on her Health and Care Research Wales Advancing Researcher Award! ✨ Based at @swanseauni.bsky.social, Helen is 1 of 7 researchers to be given this award. 🚀 👉https://popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/researcher-secures-prestigious-health-and-care-research-wales-award/
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