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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Such a great opportunity. We are offering scholars the chance to spend a year at the Foreign Office through one of our Innovation Fellowships. The priority themes are outlined below. We offer up to £120k for the fellowship. Please help spread the word! www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/sche...

The Academy and the FCDO invite applications for Fellowships in any of the following areas:
1. Applied History
2. Critical Infrastructure and European
Warfare
3. South Asia Geopolitics and Regional
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4. The UK-France Relationship in 2027 and
Beyond
5. UK National Security Strategy
Scheme opens date: 22 September 2026
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026,

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Comfort Ero @comfortero.crisisgroup.org · 20/09/2026

Good 3 heads defend necessity of multilateralism: “As we contend with a world order that is transforming fast, we call on other international leaders to join us in choosing co-operation over fragmentation by, law over power and shared responsibility over division.” giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/...

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Multilateralism is not idealism, it is a necessity

We need to strengthen our system of co-operation, not replace it

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Carnegie Endowment @carnegieendowment.org · 18/09/2026

The Hugging Face incident, despite the panic it caused, was resolved quickly. Had the AI models involved come from different countries – like the U.S. and China – it would've been a different story. Lucy Luo breaks down how to prevent a future crisis: carnegieendowment.org/emissary/202...

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The U.S. and China Need an AI Hotline. Here’s How to Build It.

It should address the shortcomings of previous crisis communication efforts and adapt to the demands of frontier AI.

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Carnegie Endowment @carnegieendowment.org · 18/09/2026

The UN will soon have to pick a new secretary-general. But the task of keeping peace becomes impossible when “there is no peace to keep.” Stewart Patrick and Theodore Zaritsky describe the uphill battle the UN faces ahead of next week’s UNGA meeting: carnegieendowment.org/emissary/202...

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The UN Isn’t Declining. It’s Decomposing.

Washington’s decision to support some UN functions while letting others wither is pulling the organization apart at the seams.

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We are still inviting proposals for the 2027 round of International Interdisciplinary Research Projects. The scheme provides an excellent opportunity to work with international partners on research ranging across all SHAPE and STEM disciplines. Apply now: bit.ly/4y9wiwJ

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We will run a webinar on 28 Sep for UK-based, humanities and social sciences researchers interested in the ERC Starting Grants call. If you would like to submit a B1 draft proposal to be considered for feedback during the webinar, register your interest by 17 Sep. Learn more: bit.ly/4eGHg5B

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

"Technology requires a social licence to operate." Our chief executive, @hetanshah.bsky.social has written for UKRI on how the humanities and social sciences are central to addressing questions about how AI can be adopted and governed for the public good. Read the article: bit.ly/3Tj8aZ2

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Why AI will fail without the humanities and social sciences

AI can transform society. But only if society has a say in shaping it, writes Hetan Shah, Chief Executive of The British Academy.

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Are you an early- to mid-career researcher with a keen interest in policy? Apply for the latest round of Global Innovation Fellowships in Berlin to work alongside @dgap.org peers on key policy issues such as security, technology and Indo-European relations. Learn more: bit.ly/4xbd6xC

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Check out the art and the architecture, plus the history. And if you need open access data and analysis on and for the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences in the UK, check out the British Academy's online SHAPE Observatory: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/policy-and-r...

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New artwork by Hew Locke OBE goes on public display for first time as Academy launches digitised collection with Bloomberg Connects

For the first time in its history, the British Academy’s unique collection of 20th-century contemporary art - housed at its London home at 10-11 Carlton House Terrace - will soon be accessible to art ...

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Who doesn’t love poking around someone else’s building? Well next Sunday (20 Sept) you can come see inside my workplace. John Nash architecture. A fascinating art collection. Do drop by! www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/searc...

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Open House 2026

Step inside the British Academy’s historic Grade-I listed home for Open House Festival 2026. Discover the building’s Nash-designed architecture, its rich history, and art collection. Be among the firs...

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We met with the new Science Minister Chris McDonald yesterday. He indicated his strong support across all R&D disciplines which was great to hear. He is keen to get to know the social science, humanities and arts, and has offered to meet with our community which we'll take forward

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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Higher Education risks irreversible damage, says British Academy president Prof Susan Smith, with humanities and social sciences disciplines disappearing in many cold spots. BA is tracking subject provision & calling for a comprehensive review www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/news/stateme...

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British Academy President: UK higher education crisis risks irreversible damage

As course closures, shrinking provision and widening regional inequalities threaten the future of UK higher education and research, President of the British Academy, Susan J Smith calls for an immedia...

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We are holding a European Research Council (ERC) Reading Day in Belfast for humanities and social sciences researchers interested in ERC funding. You will be able to read previously successful ERC grant proposals from a selection of 50. www.eventbrite.com/e/erc-readin...

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ERC Reading Day for Social Sciences and Humanities Researchers

The British Academy will host an ERC Reading Day at Queen's University Belfast for researchers preparing an application.

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Chatham House @chathamhouse.org · 15/08/2026

Most of England and Wales are now in drought, with wildfires burning across the country and record-breaking heatwaves straining water supplies. Beatrice Mosello from Chatham House's Environment and Society Centre argues that the extreme summer temperatures expose a serious policy gap.

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The Academy hopes to commission 20 discussion papers. The fee paid to authors for each is £2,500. The deadline is 16 September. Authors can be based anywhere in the world, but must be humans with demonstrable expertise.

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We’re launching a major new programme on Humanity, Climate and Nature. We wish to commission discussion papers from researchers/policymakers/practitioners to provide fresh insight into these themes. We’ll pay £2,500 for around 4000 words. Apply by 16 Sept www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/internationa...

Call for Discussion Papers: Humanity, Climate & Nature
This call sets out the requirements for short discussion papers to be produced as part of a series that will generate fresh insights and innovative thinking to help develop the new Humanity, Climate & Nature Programme's initial work and activity.

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

👋 @britishacademy.bsky.social is launching a new international policy programme on ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’. 🎬 We are starting with a call for discussion papers. Proposals are welcome from practitioners, policymakers and researchers from anywhere in the world at any stage of their career

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

'The purpose of each project will be to develop new international research led by and grounded in the humanities and/or social sciences, to further understanding of mobilities. Genuinely productive and integral interdisciplinarity is a requirement'. Up to £300,000 over 2 years.

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Are you interested in developing genuinely interdisciplinary piece of research? Applications for the International Interdisciplinary Research Projects, focused on the theme of ‘Mobilities’ are now open. Apply now: bit.ly/4y9wiwJ

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Margot Finn @eicathomefinn.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

This year's broad theme is ‘Humans and Nature: More resilient towards the future'. Worth a look: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/documents/62...

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Are you an early career researcher in the humanities and social sciences? Join the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation and the British Academy Knowledge Frontiers Symposium to network with fellow researchers in an in-person symposium in Bonn, Germany. Apply now: bit.ly/4yL3Stm

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

We are looking for a Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement @britishacademy.bsky.social The role will work closely with another Deputy leading our Global (Dis)Order programme and help lead our international engagement. Deadline to apply is 28 Aug www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/195480-d...

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Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy and Engagement - Prospectus Recruitment Agency

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the British Academy, the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences, in its search for a Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement. Th...

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Grateful if you could spread the word on this one

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The latest discussion papers from our Global (Dis)Order programme, in partnership with @carnegieendowment.org explores how fragmentation and interdependence are evolving side by side in today's global economy. Read the papers: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/programmes/g...

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Global (Dis)Order Evidence Hub

In this hub you will find collections of discussion papers commissioned by the British Academy and Carnegie Endowment for International Peace on topics and themes relevant to the programme’s workstrea...

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We are commissioning discussion papers for our new international policy programme, ‘Humanity, Climate & Nature’, inviting creative thinking on interconnected challenges relating to climate change, biodiversity loss, sustainability, development and wellbeing. Learn more: bit.ly/4hH2qlA

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Crisis Group @crisisgroup.org · 05/08/2026

"[I]f the hallmark of the 1990s and early 2000s was the institutionalization of peacemaking, this process is now going into reverse." @richardgowan1.bsky.social writes in The Effective Peacebuilding Initiative’s Global Peace Almanac: almanac.effectivepeace.org/articles/02-...

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New Peacemakers and Old International Institutions — Global Peace Almanac

As the institutions that shaped post-Cold War peacemaking lose ground, alternative peacemakers are stepping in. What strategies will they pursue, and can they sustain the peace they help broker?

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

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Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy and Engagement - Prospectus Recruitment Agency

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

There are 4️⃣ roles open in my team at @britishacademy.bsky.social Please do share with those you think may be interested. A new Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement focused on global research and innovation policy closing on 28 July: www.prospect-us.co.uk/job/195324-d...

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Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement - Prospectus Recruitment Agency

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting The British Academy – the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences - in seeking a Deputy Head of Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement. The pos...

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

And a Senior International Policy Adviser role focused on our international policy programmes on humanity, climate and nature; and global (dis)order: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/about/jobs/s...

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Senior International Policy Adviser

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

A Senior International Policy Adviser role closing on 23 July focused on global R&I, policy where you would be working on areas such as international comparative R&D, knowledge systems strengthening and equitable partnerships: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/about/jobs/s...

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Philip Lewis @pslewis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

A new role for a Senior International Policy & Data Analyst closing on 24 July: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/about/jobs/s...

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Claire Langhamer @clairelanghamer.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

‘This direction of travel risks irreversible damage to UK higher education and research, to scholarship, and to our capacity to shape the future…diminishing opportunities for students, widening regional inequalities, and the erosion of knowledge, evidence and expertise on which the UK depends.’

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Royal Historical Society @royalhistsoc.org · 03/07/2026

"Should this situation continue unchecked, the damage to the health of HE, research and innovation will be profound and have long-lasting consequences. We need an immediate, substantial and comprehensive review of UK higher education and research, and a commitment to act on its recommendations."

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Royal Historical Society @royalhistsoc.org · 03/07/2026

"What was once a worrying trend across a small number of disciplines is now an emergency, threatening all subjects. Courses are closing, provision is contracting, and geographical inequalities in access are becoming entrenched. Important skills and capabilities ... are being lost." #Skystorians

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Susan J. Smith @sjs1869.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

The present direction of travel risks irreversible damage to UK higher education, research and innovation, to scholarship, and to our capacity to shape the future…

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

As the crisis in UK higher education and research deepens, the British Academy’s President, Susan J Smith (@sjs1869.bsky.social) has urged an immediate and comprehensive review to secure the sector's long-term sustainability. See the full statement: bit.ly/4v8jdks

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

‘The evidence – from wide ranging examinations of graduate outcomes, institution rankings, and research assessment – remains clear that higher education delivers substantial benefits for individuals, society and the economy’ www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/news/stateme...

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British Academy President: UK higher education crisis risks irreversible damage

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

‘The British Academy’s latest analysis shows that undergraduate subject ‘cold spots’ are not only persisting but worsening. What was once a worrying trend across a small number of disciplines is now an emergency, threatening all subjects.’ www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/news/stateme...

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British Academy President: UK higher education crisis risks irreversible damage

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

‘We urge the Government to prioritise this issue. Should this situation continue unchecked, the damage to the health of higher education, research and innovation will be profound and have long-lasting consequences.’ www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/news/stateme...

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British Academy President: UK higher education crisis risks irreversible damage

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

One of my favourite funding schemes! We are offering up to £300k for international interdisciplinary research on the theme of mobilities - the movement of people, things and ideas. Apply by 7 October. Please help spread the word! www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/funding/sche...

International
Interdisciplinary Research Projects
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Duncan Weldon @duncanweldon.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

I think I’m in the annoy everyone camp. Yes, defence spending needs to rise faster than the proposed timeline suggests but the vision set-out in the Defence Review is unrealistic and avoids hard choices. Plus defence procurement is still a mess and the MOD is often a financial blackhole.

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Martin Smith @martinrsmith.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

New official statistics just published on the UK's performance in Horizon Europe so far. The graph says it all. A familiar Brexit story - but with light at the end of the tunnel. Decline since the vote to leave in 2016. But the recovery journey has begun.

Graph of UK funding share in Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe - showing steep decline from 2016 and an uptick in 2024

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