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Prachi Bhatnagar

@prachib.bsky.social
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NUAcT fellow in cities and place at Newcastle University. Researching how to reduce health inequalities in cities. Also a painter, occasional blogger and mum of 2 children.

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Prachi Bhatnagar @prachib.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Our new paper is out in PLOS Climate! Just 5 English councils have a publicly available climate-friendly food advertising policy, and 23 a procurement policy, varying hugely in scope and specificity. Great work by co-first authors Letitia Sermin-Reed & Mackenzie Fong and the team. bit.ly/4xivlRy
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Climate-friendly food advertising and procurement in English local authorities: A systematic scoping review of policy ambition
To meet their climate targets, local governments globally have recently developed food procurement and advertising policies to promote sustainable food systems and influence consumption behaviours. As...
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Pantrywoman @pantrywoman.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
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Prachi Bhatnagar @prachib.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
I've got a PhD studentship being advertised on 'Who is shaping healthy and sustainable policies in UK cities?' Stipend + funded UK home fees + training and conference budget. Please share with anyone you think would be interested, or get in touch with me directly! www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate...
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Search for Postgraduate Scholarships and Other Funding
Search scholarships and funding for postgraduate study at Newcastle University. Find financial support tailored to your course and eligibility.
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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Commercial determinants of active travel: a crucial but overlooked barrier to health and sustainability but NOBODY oppposes physical activity? oh but they do this is very good www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
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Hannah Forde @hannahforde.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
A reminder that we are still accepting applications to this funded DPhil post! Deadline 2nd Dec, though we recommend getting in touch before then. Do please share!
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Pete Scarborough @petescarbs.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
If you heard the #BBCRadio4Today report about living conditions in asylum hotels and want to learn more, then come along to our seminar. Dr Claire Thompson will talk about food experiences. 4pm Oxford Martin School (or online), 30th Oct. Register at the link below. @oxfutureoffood.bsky.social
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Experiences of food provision in UK ‘asylum hotels’ and the implications for health
Future of Food seminar: Dr Claire Thompson
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IPPR North @ipprnorth.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
We're hiring!💥 IPPR North are looking for a senior researcher who has big ideas for the future of our regions. Join us at this pivotal time for our economy and democracy. Based in Manchester, apply by 31st October. www.ippr.org/jobs/senior-...
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Senior Research Fellow, IPPR North | IPPR
The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is an independent charity working towards a fairer, greener, and more prosperous society.
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Jess Renzella @jessicarenzella.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Excited to share that our research group is advertising 2 DPhil projects for 2026 entry. We’d love to hear from prospective applicants! shorturl.at/I6SrW *FUNDED* shorturl.at/lh4tB *Successful apps eligible for uni funding* @hannahforde.bsky.social @ashakaur.bsky.social @petescarbs.bsky.social
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Sustainability or Spin? The prevalence, impact, and regulation of 'Green claims' on foods in the UK
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Prachi Bhatnagar @prachib.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Absolutely worth pausing to celebrate, Fran!
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Society for Social Medicine & Population Health @socsocmed.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
The 2026 UK Public Health Science Conference will be in Newcastle on 21 April 2026, with an ECR event the day before. Abstract submission is now open! hg3.co.uk/ukphsc/ #PublicHealth #UKPHS2026 @nihrsphr.bsky.social @uofgshw.bsky.social @ukphsci.bsky.social @newcastleuni.bsky.social
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Hannah Forde @hannahforde.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
We ran deliberative forums in Glasgow & Bridlington all about food subsidies & taxes to make healthy & sustainable food more affordable. Read our findings in our latest article! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... @oxprimarycare.bsky.social
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Public support for food subsidy and tax scenarios to promote healthy and sustainable diets: Evidence from deliberative forums in two UK locations
Governments can utilise fiscal measures, through subsidies and taxes, to promote healthy and environmentally sustainable food choices. Despite their p…
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