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Kirsty Harris @kirstyharris.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

I had lots of fun last week facilitating my first workshop, "Bridging Technology with the Behavioral Sciences" with @caterinaberardo.bsky.social , Csilla Paraicz and @rachellrobinson.bsky.social! Thank you @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social for organising this PGR conference! #NTUDoctoral 🎉

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Good morning! Off to day three of NTU Doctoral Research Conference 2026! Follow us through the day :) #academicsky

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Day two of NTU Doctoral Research Conference 2026 begins with our welcome session, Dr. Sherran Clarence explains why it is vital for PGRs to have the skills to make their research accessible to wider audiences. #AcademicSky #PhDLife #DoctoralJourney #ResearchSharing

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

On this session of #CriticalReadingandAnalysis Group, we will be reading "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift. Read for free on Gutenberg and join the #conversation. Register today on PGR Calendar!

The poster for Critical Reading and Analysis Group shows the acronym CRAG and various illustrations of books. The caption reads 14 April 13:00 BEL255.

The second page shows the title page of the book "A Modest Proposl" by Jonathan Swift written in 1729. It is the book for this session.

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

NTU Doctoral Reserarch Conference is back on April 22-23-24! Register today to join the interdisciplinary conversation with fellow PGRs. This year, based on your feedback, we have separate registration for each day! Full programme and registration links below:

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Our Critical Reading and Analysis Group will have its second session on April 14th! We'll be reading and discussing Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal" (1729) in the upcoming session. All NTU PGRs are welcome to join: shorturl.at/MtRNu

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

We will be sharing a series of posts to mark the #InternationalWomensDay, through the words of the wonderful women of #NTUDoctoral research community. If you would like to join our messages for recognition, equality and solidarity, simply use the hashtag #NTUDoctoral.

Four women of different ethnic backgrounds standing in front of flowers. The caption reads "celebrating women in research", messages for recognition and equality, share your story #NTUDoctoral

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

This #InternationalPodcastDay tune into ‘Confessions of an Early Career Researcher’ – a new guide to the world of academia post-PhD. The first three episodes of the podcast are available now. Subscribe for our next episodes, live on 15 October: bit.ly/4pNaTp1

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We’re thrilled to share the results of the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) 2025. The results are a fantastic reflection of the dedication of our supervisors and the vibrancy of our research community, and we'd like to thank all PGRs who gave their insights #Postgraduate #PGR #HigherED

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Jodie Paterson @jodiekpaterson.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Recruitment is now open for the final study of my PhD! I'm looking for some lovely couples to chat to about their experiences during the pandemic and beyond. Sign up here 👉 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/R601HzBZBW Please share widely✌️ #phdresearch #qualitativeresearch #relationshipresearch #phd

A recruitment poster for a PhD research project. The background is a photo of orange flowers. Text in pink and dark green in a white box reads the following: "Couples wanted for PhD research project. Were you and your partner together throughout the COVID-19 pandemic? We would love to talk to you both! Couples wanted to discuss their experiences of the pandemic and beyond in a friendly conversation with a PhF researcher. Participating couples will each have a joint interview lasting approximately 1-2 hours at a time, date and location of your choosing (either online or at NTU campus), and provide a selection of photographs to share and discuss. Participating couples will receive up to £50 in vouchers as thanks. To qualify for this research you must both be over the age of 18, have been in the same, monogamous relationship for 6-15 years, and we're living in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic. To register your interest and for more info, email jodie.paterson@ntu.ac.uk, or follow this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/R601HzBZBW"

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Nic Morton @nicmorton.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Are you about to give your first conference paper? If so, I've created a video offering a few tips... #IMC2025 @imc-leeds.bsky.social youtu.be/BkXDDEhEOro?...

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Dr Lauren Nixon @laurenjnixon.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Its Publication and Impact Month at @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social, so on Wednesday I was joined by @drramisharafique.bsky.social, Dr Annelise Edwards Daem and Rupal Bansal for a panel about the impacts potential of humanities research and a mini book launch - with a cake of The Gothic at War!

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Grace B Lubega @lubegaluv.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

On 9th June I was honoured to present my work at the School of Social Science show case 2025 @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social Presenting my research to like minded individuals is grounding me more as a public health – social scientist – community health advocate #ntuschoolsciences

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

The Public Vote for Images of Research 2025 is now open, which includes entries from our PGR. The aim of the competition is to showcase the breadth and diversity of research at NTU in engaging images. Vote for your favourite now 👉 www.ntu.ac.uk/research/res... #AcademicChatter #PhDLife

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Following the feedback from our PGRs, we worked with our colleagues in the Library Open Research Team to put together a whole month of events to demystify academic publishing, understanding impact and Open Research, and work towards publication. Check out the programme on PGR Calendar or Dashboard!

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

There is still time to complete the PRES! Your opinion matters! This is your opportunity to reflect on your entire NTU experience, from your very first day. Your feedback will help shape the future development of our doctoral programmes. Complete the survey at: www.ntu.ac.uk/pres

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

NTU Doctoral Research Conference 2025 was full of motivation, inspiration and brilliant ideas! We'd like to thank everyone who presented, attended and listened. We are looking forward to seeing how our PGRs' research will grow. Hope to see you next year! #phdlife #ntudoctoral #doctoraljourney

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Final remarks by @laurenjnixon.bsky.social and @phdgirlsa.bsky.social. What an amazing and intellectually stimulating event! Thank you to the conference organising team and all the participants for making it such an enriching experience.

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

The last section of our Conference is Fame Lab 3-Minute Talks. First talk by Komal Mohite on “Tau – Bad for the brain, but good for cancer?” #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Final presentation of the panel by Grace Biyinzika Lubega, titled “Understanding community antimicrobial stewardship strategies in rural Uganda: A qualitative investigation of underlying factors and lived experiences”. #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

We are back after the amazing showcase. Panel 3/2 begins with Leticia Pala's research on the agency of historical women figures under captivity, her presentation is titled "Empress, queens, and captivity: Women of the Sicilian succession conflict, 1189-119". #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

We are back with the afternoon panel on Research for Sustainability, Track one! Mahdi Firouzi presents on “Electric vehicle integration framework: A tool for considering EV integration into power networks providing flexibility services”.

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Some glimpses of the research showcase :) #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Track 2 "Innovations in Health Research" started with Sarah Curtis's presentation "Language difficulties in adults with Down Syndrome: Distinguishing typical patterns from Alzheimer’s indicators". This research aims to expand possibilities for earlier diagnosis and improve caregiving. #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Parallel panels begin! Track 1 "Tales from the Field" takes off with Louise Reynolds's presentation "Leadership and culture ‘building’(?) online: Initial findings of an interpretative phenomenological analysis of the experiences of UK online-only school leaders". #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

First presentation of the Culture and Society panel by Alexandra Lala Imberh, titled “Set in stone? Mapping changing cultural and natural landscapes on the Isle of Portland” It’s so interesting to see memory studies interact with technological innovation in recent research projects. #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Day 2 takes off with the Lightning Hour. Session B begins with Louise Bonnard and her presentation titled "The efficacy of prebiotics and synbiotics on asthma outcomes: A systematic review of marine and human studies" #ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Day 2 of the NTU Doctoral Research Conference 2025 is about to begin and we can't wait to hear more about the brilliant research of our PGRs!#ntudoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

For our afternoon panel, Researching Communities, Tamsin Greaves shares her experience of working with domestic abuse victims by harnessing the power of community building and art in her presentation, “Do it now, say it now, don’t be afraid”. Really inspiring work! #NTUDoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Panel 1 Track 2 begins with Madeleine Burt and her presentation titled "Representations of the interiority of self in a graphic novel format" on different ways of expressions of interiority and hidden emotions of protagonists jn graphic novels. #ntudoctoral

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Michelle Dodd @michelleldodd.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

And I'm available here or at michelle.dodd2023@my.ntu.ac.uk if anyone has any questions :)

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Lunch is over and we are back with the Lightning Hour 2 - Senses and Spectrums #ntudoctoral

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Dr Sherran Clarence (SFHEA) @phdgirlsa.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Oluwasegun Apejoye presenting his systematic review looking at using machine learning to protect cyber networks and home devices which are vulnerable to hacking. Can Network Intrusion Detection Systems help keep us safe? #cybercrime #machinelearning #stopthebots @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

First Industry Insight session with Oluwasegun Michael Apejoye on “A review of recent NIDS datasets, network features and feature-extracting techniques for improving IoT security”. #NTUdoctoral

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

We started with opening remarks from Dr. Andy Newton, co-lead of the Safety and Sustainability SRT at NTU. In order to create interdisciplinary dialogue, Dr. Newton challenges us and himself to think how our research can fit into all the departments of our university. #NTUdoctoral

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Dr Sherran Clarence (SFHEA) @phdgirlsa.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

@ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social is hosting our annual 2-day PGR Research Conference in Nottingham, with 50 PGR presenting their research and thinking about #interdisciplinarity. Kicked off with Prof Andy Newton talking about the need for collaborative approaches to solving big problems. #PhDchat

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Good morning! NTU Doctoral Research Conference 2025 will soon begin. We (Zeynep and Rupal) will be live posting through the conference :) #ntudoctoral

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NTU Library @ntuyourlibrary.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Here are our opening hours for over the April Easter bank holiday weekend. Find our regular opening hours on the library website.

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Lucy Grace @lucygracewriter.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Looking forward to some creativity on 24 & 25 April, Nottingham @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social Choose some stones that tell the substory of your research - see you there 🌍⛰️🌏 #NTUDoctoral Thanks AHRC & Midlands4Cities

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Dr Sherran Clarence (SFHEA) @phdgirlsa.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Spent a couple of days in March with @laurenjnixon.bsky.social at #IlamHallYHA in the #PeakDistrict running a 2-day retreat for NTU PhD students. Everyone got a lot of good work done, but the best part for many was the opportunity to meet new peers & friends #PhDchat #worklifebalance #writingretreat

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The British Academy held a series of workshops in 2024 to explore the challenges associated with equitable research partnerships. Discover the insights gathered during the workshops. www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/internationa...

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Helen Kara @drhelenkara.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

It’s official! Tickets for the 2025 International Creative Research Methods Conference in Manchester, UK, are NOW ON SALE! Don’t wait, grab yours via the link today! 🎟️ creativeresearchmethods.com #ICRMC

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Creative Research Methods Conference 2025

The International Creative Research Methods Conference is an annual gathering for academics of all disciplines who are interested in using creative methods in their research.

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

We're delighted to announce the programme for our 2025 Summer Showcase! Taking place on 20-21 June, this year's free festival of ideas returns with interactive exhibits and workshops, inspiring performances and screenings, and fascinating talks. Book now: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/summe...

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Inside Higher Ed @insidehighered.com · 10/03/2025

Career Advice | Going Independent How can Ph.D.s decide if a freelance or independent consultant path is right for them? Jessica Taylor and Desiree Barron-Callaci offer insight. #HigherEd #EDUSky #AcademicSky bit.ly/3DhOvAV

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Advice on a freelance/independent post-Ph.D. path (opinion)

How can Ph.D.s decide if a freelance or independent consultant path is right for them? Jessica Taylor and Desiree Barron-Callaci offer insight.

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

Tomorrow on the Doctoral Service Desk we have a specialist knowledge drop in! NTU Employability will be taking over for the afternoon to answer questions from our PGR on about career planning, profile development, part time work and more. They'll be at the desk in the Newton Wellbeing Hub, 1 - 3pm.

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NTU Doctoral @ntudoctoralschool.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Can you capture the essence of your research at NTU with a single image? The annual NTU Images of Research Competition is open for submissions: including a PGR prize! You can submit a painting, diagram, digital image or a photograph: as long as it represents your work www.ntu.ac.uk/research/ima...

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Images of Research Competition 2025

The university-wide Images of Research competition offers researchers across NTU the opportunity to convey their research using a single image – a photograph, digital image, or digital artwork - along...

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