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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

🎓 PhD or ECR with a poster presentation looming? No clue where to start? We’ve got 2 FREE resources to help: 🧰 Visual comms database (100+ tools & templates): lnkd.in/e3j2GuUh 🎥 Infographic how-to (yes, in PowerPoint!): lnkd.in/efcCFZVd #SciComms #ECR #PhDLife

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

🎯 Want your research to stick with people? Storyslingers is a fast-paced, practical course for ECRs & research staff to turn complex ideas into compelling stories. No fluff. Just impact. 🧠 2 hours. Big results. 👉 www.niftyfoxcreative... #ResearchComms #ECR

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

📢 USEFUL EVENT ALERT! Want to turn juicy research insights into real-world impact? Join Director Laura + the KNOW-PH team on July 1 at 1pm for a free, hands-on session on creative knowledge mobilisation in health. Sign up 👉 lnkd.in/e4S-FQYu #KnowledgeMobilisation

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

🧭 How do we ethically share power in community-engaged research? 🤝 True partnerships 🔍 Transparency in decisions 🔄 Mutual benefits & reflection This British Science Association essay is a must-read for equitable, impactful research: 👉 www.britishscienceas...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

🧠 Struggling to turn your research into a story that sticks? Skip the theory—get a simple, repeatable storytelling framework you can use anywhere (writing, talks, workshops). 🚀 Download the free ReStory Rocket now: lnkd.in/euCsDdmQ #ResearchComms #Storytelling

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

📢 Published but not making an impact? Here are 5 creative ways to scale your research: 📊 Infographics 🧭 Interactive infographics 🖍️ Live scribing 📄 Policy briefs 🎬 Animation Full blog via @NiftyFoxCreative 👉 www.niftyfoxcreative... #ResearchImpact #SciComm

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Today we’re scribing for The University of Sheffield at the Festival of Debate on creative methods for inclusive ageing! This will include two performances from community participants and an audience Q&A. We’re also working with research team on a game to explore intersectionality & ageing too!

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

What Co-Design workshop prepping actually looks like 👀! From the messiness comes creative clarity - much like the co-design process itself! What models do you use for co-design to create inclusive spaces for knowledge production?

Photograph of a messy desk covered in paper, pens, snacks and drawing!

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Looking for innovative ways to embed your research into policy and practice? Get in touch: www.niftyfoxcreative... 5/5

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

This tool is now being used by the KNOW-PH team in workshops with local authorities to embed research evidence into policy making. 4/5

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Using a 'Settlers of Catan' inspired board, decision-makers choose an area of housing policy they are interested in. This then takes them to a human story behind the impact of local policy, and links to the research evidence for change. 3/5

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Together, we created an interactive evidence map that integrated human stories with up-to-the-minute research evidence. All through a gamified, interactive interface. 2/5

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

How do local authority decision makers use research to inform public health decision making? With the overwhelming amount of research out there, it's a minefield to navigate. Here's how we helped @know-ph.bsky.social build LA capacity for research-based policy making. 1/5

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Don't let your research gather dust! With millions of articles published annually, standing out is crucial. Approximately 70-80% of publications are never cited. Stay VISIBLE to make an impact. Want tips on boosting your visibility? Find help here: lnkd.in/gRCzb66

Hand drawn newspaper stack with 80% of articles never read written on it.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Looking for a supportive co-design partner on your next research project? Get in touch: www.niftyfoxcreative... 8/8

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Through our co-design sessions, both in person and online, we've learned what's truly important to everyone involved in the process. 5/8

Photo of co-design session with patients, researchers and staff.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

For 6 months, we've been working with Clair Le Boutillier from THIS Institute, colorectal cancer patients, healthcare practitioners, and Macmillan Cancer Support to co-create materials to better communicate the Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA). 2/8

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

This is why co-production is part of everything we do 👇: 'Working together has been amazing - I've felt so heard and it's been the most enjoyable session of my PPI career' - Feedback from a colorectal cancer patient. 1/8

Screenshot of co-design session with patients, researchers and staff.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Do you want your research to have a real impact but struggle to get the funding and recognition you deserve? Storytelling is the key! 📚 Discover the power of storytelling in our new e-Book 'Storyslingers' to scale your research impact. Get your copy now: lnkd.in/ecYmHTRT

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Researcher training doesn't always cover how to run stakeholder engagement workshops to drive impact. Check out our blog on leveraging visual storytelling to co-create research impact through engaging & inclusive workshops. 🚫 art skills needed! www.niftyfoxcreative...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Struggling with policy engagement? We've got your back! 🚀 Rob Davies from @closer-uk.bsky.social shared expert tips on mobilizing knowledge, strategic engagement, and the power of storytelling to inspire change. What other strategies would you suggest? #PolicyEngagement #CommunityBuilding

Live scribed image of key takeaways from Rob Davies presentation on policy engagement

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

What could a more secure, democratic and cleaner energy system look like? Over the next few days, we’re working with @ucl.ac.uk and delegates from all over the world to explore how energy communities could create a more just energy system worldwide.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Live scribing at midnight? Absolutely! We helped Indigenous youth in Canada craft a storyboard for a public health campaign on vaping risks. With 20 young people & researchers in BC, we wove a story rich in culture & a public health message—totally worth missing bedtime for!

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Congratulations to our Director Laura - she was selected as the Top 42 Under 42 directors in the UK with @BusinessInsider! As she says: 'couldn't have done it without our incredible Nifty team and wonderful clients.' Go team! 🦊 ❤️

Screenshot of top 42 u 42 magazine cover from Business Insider, that showcases Laura as a winner.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

How do you make your research more accessible to audiences outside of academia (& let's be honest, WITHIN academia too?!). In our latest blog post, we explore our top 3 tips to help you do just that! What else would you add? www.niftyfoxcreative...

Blog post title with hand drawn image of a person drawing on a piece of paper.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Check out this behind-the-scenes shot of our talented scribe Chris at the recent @Y_PERN_ @y-pern.bsky.social Academic Policy Engagement Networks Collaboration event! We dived into exciting conversations on bridging academia and policymaking for impactful change 🚀

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

3 scribes, 3 locations, in 3 sessions in 3 different parts of country AT THE SAME TIME - live scribing magic! No matter where you are, we are or your participants are, we can help you create a collaborative, engaging & action-oriented meeting For more: www.niftyfoxcreative...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Like this? RT to your network Follow us for more on visual communication for research impact Sign up for our newsletter for research impact tips to your inbox every month: mailchi.mp/niftyfoxc... 9/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Often a hand drawn image is better than a photo.Drawings allow more people to identify with an image. In a drawing much is left to the imagination. This means people see themselves represented, rather than the person in the photo. We can help with that 👍 7/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

5.Do not reinforce bias Ensure you represent minority groups in your images. Don't reinforce bias and discrimination when you select images. Help show positive and realistic images of people. 6/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

4. Consent matters Is the person identifiable from the photo? Did the person know they were photographed? Do you know they gave consent for the photograph to be used? 5/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

3. Seek feedback from others Triggers are not obvious to everyone. We all have different life experiences.Seek input from people close to the subject. Canvas more than one opinion. 4/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

2. Images must not act as triggers People find images triggering for a variety of personal reasons. Use common sense when selecting images of distressing topics. 3/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

1. Avoid stereotypes and stigma People's experience of life is personal. Images and the emotions they evoke are complex. Illustrate real life and not a corporate or cliched version. 2/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

5 Top Tips for Using Images Responsibly in Your Research... A thread 🧵 1/9

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

When we aren’t drawing for our clients…we are drawing on our walls. We’re very proud of our bright orange office - if you come visit, come leave your mark too!

Photograph of a hand drawn mural on a bright orange wall.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

How are symbolic objects used in protest to advance a cause? We helped Peter - a researcher from @universityofyork - to create an offbeat zine toolkit to educate activists on the power of symbolism for social change. Have a read of the zine for yourself: issuu.com/niftyfoxcr...

Mock up of two, two page spreads from the Symbolic Objects in Protest zine

Testimonial from Peter Gardiner from University of York: 'I thought the whole set-up and organisation of the project, from the initial meetings through to finishing up, was brilliantly done. The discussions were informative and productive, and I felt like our ideas were really heard and listened to. The end product was fantastic!'

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Today Director Laura worked with 14 fellows from the Daphne Jackson Trust to help them with their pitching, presenting, and visual communication skills. The trust helps people return to research careers after time out due to health, family or caring reasons. Find out more: lnkd.in/dvJt5Bgy

Photo of Laura teaching to a room full of Daphne Jackson Trust Fellows

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

How do you explain genetic research simply? On top of that, how do we explain how geneticists are analysing genetic data differently to account for equality, diversity and inclusion? Find out more about how we helped @GenomicsEngland do just that - www.niftyfoxcreative...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Want tips on how to scale your research impact visually, direct to your inbox? Try our Nifty Newsletter! Our mantra: never spammy, always useful 👍. We send it 1 x a month, share resources, training, early access & articles to ⬆️ your research comms. mailchi.mp/niftyfoxc...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Research development or impact manager? Struggling to get your resources & support for ECRs into one, easy to navigate resource? Learn from @UoYSociology - we created an interactive infographic to bring research support into one place. Check it out: view.genially.com/64...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Researchers: think visual identities are just for selling shoes? Think again. Project identity builds recognition & credibility with key stakeholders. We've designed identities for projects big & small to drive impact e.g. @_MoreThanMedals See more: www.niftyfoxcreative...

Sketchnote of why visual identities work. Includes standing out in a crowded marketplace, getting more eyes on your work and building credibility with stakeholders.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Many of us think we know the Gypsy & Traveller community. Perhaps wrongly as a stereotype. Coretta & Zoe's research explores Gypsy & Traveller experiences of criminal justice, as told by the community. We helped bring these stories to life. See how: www.niftyfoxcreative...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

'Creatively challenged' academics: ✏️ever needed a poster template? ✍🏻visual to use in a presentation? 💡training on how to make that infographic better? Visit our FREE visual comms database! Packed with 100+ resources to up your visual comms game: bit.ly/nifty-visual-...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

'Academic writing is getting harder to read' - the message from two recent articles in Economist & Fair Observer. So what can we do? 3 easy wins: 1. Avoid jargon, use plain language 2. Be clear, not clever 3. Use storytelling to make facts stick www.economist.com/sc...

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Involving the public in research can be challenging. Imagine 10x that challenge with multiple timezones, a global pandemic & researchers across 30+ institutions! But, the team @Mobilise_D overcame this to create a sector-leading PPIE board. Here's how: vimeo.com/964447548

Snapshot of Mobilise-D animation from Nifty Fox Creative, including a hand drawn female character in jeans and a t-shirt poised to walk on the left side of the screen.

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Sometimes, 1 pagers aren't enough. Some stakeholders need more detail to make evidence-based decisions. But they don't want lengthy reports either. Visual summaries help. 4-10 pgs, they balance evidence, engagement & actionable insights. For more: www.niftyfoxcreative...

Sketchnote of why visual summaries work. Help audiences learn FAST - we process visuals in 13 ms, versus 6 seconds for the same information presented as text (MIT 2019).
Make research more MEMORABLE - audiences that were shown a visual summary were 65% more likely to remember the information 3 days later, than the same information presented as just text (Medina, 2018).
Visual summaries - especially character and narrative driven ones - evoke EMOTION. This drives audiences to CARE about your work and make changes as a result (Wang, 2023).

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

We’re talking all things trees 🌲 🌳 🌴 today with @leedsleaf.bsky.social! Here’s @amybenno.bsky.social presentation on climate anomalies impact on South American trees - fascinating! We are officially tree nerds now 🤓

Live scribe illustration of a talk on South American Tropical Forests by Amy Bennett

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Nifty Fox Creative @niftyfoxcreative.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Ready to share your story visually to drive meaningful change? Get in touch for a chat: www.niftyfoxcreative... 11/11

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