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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

To submit your abstracts or register to attend head to our website: tinyurl.com/mgsconferenc... Abstracts are due by 17:00 (GMT) on 27 March 2026. If you have any questions, please email us at mgsconference26@gmail.com See you soon!

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MGS Conference 2026

Paths to Progress: Inclusion, Innovation, and Possibilities

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

We welcome contributions that engage with past, present, and future perspectives on social, cultural, political, and economic change.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

This conference aims to share new and pioneering research, across a range of social sciences and humanities, that shares the goal of improving the well-being, quality of life, and opportunities available to both individuals and societies.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Paths to Progress: Inclusion, Innovation, and Possibilities Call for papers is now live! MGS2026 is here, and we warmly invite you to participate! This year, the Conference is taking place at the University of Nottingham on the 24 June 2026.

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Prof Sophie Woodward @sophierwoodward.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Delighted to have an article included in the special issue on ‘attentiveness’ and why this matters in developing a vital sociology

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Adam Chen @ahgchen.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Thanks to those who came to view my poster! A Rapid Realist Policy Review (RRPR) of the Impact of Social Determinants on Self-harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours in England A novel adapted approach to traditional rapid realist reviews! View it here: InSITE.ahgchen.uk #mgsconf25

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

And finally a massive thank you to our conference organisers Abbie Price, Adam Chen, Dhaniska Seneviratne, Eliza Niblett, Holly Rodgers, Imogen Knox, Monica Xiao Wei, Rupali Limachya, Viktoriia Kobzeva, Zsofia Keresztes

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

That's a wrap! Thank you for all the presenters for your interesting and topical presentations. And thank you to all those who came to view the presentations!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

@sophierwoodward.bsky.social presenting her keynote on material culture! Thank you for the great talk, incredibly interesting talk on dormant things. Check out her new article, Live methods and live things

Cultivating attentiveness: re-enchanting ordinary and unnoticed material culture

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Tom White @tomwhite1980.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Looking forward to presenting my research on the influencing role of self and social identities on the decisions made by collectors at the Midlands Graduate School Social Science Research Conference today! Look forward to seeing you there if you're attending. #mgsconf25

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The SPRINT Project @thesprintproject.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Access our free guidelines and resources for supporting researcher's mental health here www.sprintproject.org/guidelines Thank you to all who attended today's workshop and to those who have participated in our survey. You can still take part via the link above!

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Guidelines | The Sprint Project

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Aishwarya Viswamitra delivering the second workshop on communicating beyond academia!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

@georgiabird.bsky.social delivering the first workshop on emotionally demanding research

Georgia Bird delivering the Emotionally Demanding Research Workshop

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

And we're off! Welcome talk delivered by Professor Nick Vaughan-Williams

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

💭Have a question about your future plans? Chris Thompson will be hosting a session, come drop in and chat! @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social

MGS: Extra Time (Conference Edition)

Have questions about placements? Potential CV advice? Want to pursue something outside of academia? This group drop-in session with Dr Chris Thompson, DTP Placements Manager, is your chance to ask questions, get guidance, and explore your options in a relaxed and supportive environment.

This is an open Q&A session with Chris Thompson!

Come along and chat with Chris about future plans
There’s no need to book — just turn up!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

🗣️Interested in disseminating your research to a wider audience? Aishwarya Viswamitra will be running a workshop on communicating beyond academia!

Bring you research to life workshop

We spend years developing expertise, writing thesis chapters, and producing publications, but how do we communicate the heart of our research beyond academia? What happens when we need to explain our PhD to someone outside our field, in a single sentence, or through a single image?

Through interactive exercises, you’ll be challenged to:

Craft a 60-second ‘elevator pitch’ tailored to non-specialists
Find the one image that captures the essence of your work
Reflect on whose lives your research might impact, and how to show that
Translate academic language into accessible, engaging content

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

🤔Conducting emotionally demanding research? @georgiabird.bsky.social will be running a workshop exploring the best practices for supporting researchers' mental health in EDR. She will be discussing a recent article by @maryquinton.bsky.social and the resultant guidelines (lnkd.in/ePuqvreb)!

Emotionally demanding research workshop

Researchers often engage with sensitive, traumatic, or deeply personal topics, but support and guidance on managing the emotional toll is rarely part of formal training. This workshop creates space to acknowledge that reality, share strategies, and build community around the challenges we often face alone.

The workshop will:
Explore the best practices for supporting researchers’ mental health in emotionally demanding research.
Reflect on individual research practices and engagement with sensitive topics
Discuss techniques to support students conducting emotionally demanding research

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We're excited to see your poster!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We're pleased to have @sophierwoodward.bsky.social present her keynote: Cultivating attentiveness: re-enchanting ordinary and unnoticed material culture. Look at our programme to find out more! bit.ly/mgsconf25-pr...

Keynote Speaker Professor Sophie Woodward

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

We've also created an accessible version available here: bit.ly/mgsconf25-pr...

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mgsconf25 full programme - accessible.pdf

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SRN Midlands @srnmidlands.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

We're very happy to have @georgiabird.bsky.social run a workshop at the @mgsconference25.bsky.social This workshop explores best practices for supporting researchers' mental health in emotionally demanding research.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

🚨 It’s here! We’re thrilled to unveil the full programme for the 2025 MGS Conference🎉 Get ready for incredible speakers, hands-on sessions, and unforgettable moments. 📅 Check it out & start planning your experience: bit.ly/mgsconf25-pr... #mgsconf25 @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

MGS: Extra Time (Conference edition) Whether you're considering a placement, exploring non-academic career paths, or just starting to think about your future plans, Chris is here to help. He’s happy to chat with you about your goals, worries, and questions, no matter how big or small.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Bring your research to life: Communicating beyond academia This dynamic, hands-on workshop invites you to shift your perspective on research communication. You’ll explore how to distil complex ideas into clear, compelling messages that connect with real-world audiences

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Emotionally Demanding Research This workshop explores best practices for supporting researchers’ mental health in emotionally demanding research.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

📢 Upcoming Workshops at #mgsconf25! 🎓 Emotionally Demanding Research 🗣️ Bring your research to life: Communicating beyond academia ⏳ MGS: Extra Time (Conference edition) Don't miss out! Check the flyers below and register your interest here: forms.office.com/e/2tR3GAvhK3

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Have an idea for a workshop or want to help host talks? Fill in our form below: forms.office.com/e/yNKQaFaLLU

Call for volunteers: https://forms.office.com/e/yNKQaFaLLU

We are looking for talk hosts and people to run workshops

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Throughout the day, presenters will explore how they approach researching everyday lives. We have created six thematic pathways to explore how current PGR research examines the complexities of the everyday.

Presentation themes:
1. Everyday Life and Identity
2. Digital Life and Media
3. Health, Wellbeing and Disability
4. Social Justice, Inequality & Marginalisation
5. Education, Language & Learning
6. Politics and Society

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Have a look at the @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social for some helpful tips on creating your presentation. We've also sent some guidance within the acceptance email. We look forward to your presentations

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing more details about our speakers, workshops and opportunities to volunteer!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

@mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social students can claim travel expenses to attend the conference. Please apply for funding via the normal RTSG process. These costs will not be deducted from your RTSG budget.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Registration is now open! Visit mgsconf25.eventbrite.com to secure your ticket. View our preliminary programme here: bit.ly/programme25 #mgsconf25

Registration to attend the MGS ESRC DTP Conference is now open!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing more details about our speakers, workshops and opportunities to volunteer!

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

@mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social students can claim travel expenses to attend the conference. Please apply for funding via the normal RTSG process. These costs will not be deducted from your RTSG budget.

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

Thank you to all those who have submitted an abstract, our team has been working hard behind the scenes and a programme will be out shortly 👀 Keep an eye out! Presenters will be contacted in the following weeks. - MGSconf25 team

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MGS ESRC DTP @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Join us in Birmingham on 23 June for an exploration of '(Extra)Ordinary Experiences? Approaching Everyday Lives In Social Science Research' at the 2025 MGS Student Conference Submit your abstract (for a variety of formats) by 31 March warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fa...

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MGS Conference 2025

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

We are extending the deadline for our call for abstracts! The deadline is now: midday on 31st March Submissions are invited for flash talks (5 minutes), presentations (15 or 20 minutes), and poster presentations For more information visit: www.mgsdtp.ac.uk/news/seminar...

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Want to present your work? We welcome abstracts from all students and submissions on a range of interdisciplinary topics in the social sciences. 💭Questions? DM us or email us at mgsconference25@contacts.bham.ac.uk www.mgsdtp.ac.uk/news/seminar... #AcademicSky #MGSConf25 @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social

MGS ESRC DTP Conference poster
(Extra)Ordinary Experiences?

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Our conference this year is held at @unibirmingham.bsky.social Presenters can submit for a conference paper, flash talk or poster presentation. The deadline to submit is the 24th March Visit our website or DM us if you have any questions www.mgsdtp.ac.uk/news/seminar... #AcademicSky

MGS ESRC DTP Conference poster. (Extra)Ordinary Experiences: Approaching Everyday Lives In Social Science Research

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MGS Conference 2026 @mgsconf.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Our call for papers for the 2025 conference is now open! The theme for this year is: (Extra)Ordinary Experiences? Approaching Everyday Lives In Social Science Research For more information see: warwick.ac.uk/fac/cross_fa... @mgsesrcdtp.bsky.social

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