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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Dr Gurpreet Singh, 36, already had an established career in the global fashion industry when he decided to return to university in 2021, driven by a desire to help address the industry's pressing sustainability challenges www.bucks.ac.uk/news/fashion... #sustainability #fashion #research
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Bucks New University's research is about powerful stories and impactful change. This is the story of Rebecca Plume www.bucksherald.co.uk/your-world/n... If you are looking to commence a #research #degree aligned with interdisciplinary and integrative methodologies, reach out.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
The next edition of #Research Notes now available. In this issue we have a spotlight on the ADA project which seeks to understand how future healthcare services can be supported by 5th generation networks and AI #Innovation #highereducation issuu.com/bucks_new_un...
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Research Notes - Summer 2026
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Bridget Makande with completing your #PhD #Thesis. When Risk and Crisis Collide: An Intersectional Risk Theory Lens on the Lives of Older Minority Ethnic People in the UK During COVID and its Aftermath. bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/21... #Covid #Minority #Ethnic
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Advanced practitioners across the NHS are taking on increasingly complex roles in busy services, and new research from Buckinghamshire New University highlights the need for more consistent and structured professional support. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-res...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Comment: We keep asking who is to blame in child deaths - but we’re asking the wrong question. By Jo Edwards, Course Lead Social Work (BSc and MSc), Buckinghamshire New University and Thomas Toscano, Associate Professor in Social Work, Buckinghamshire New University www.bucks.ac.uk/news/comment...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Congratulations to Dr Gurpreet Singh for defending your PhD #Sustainability Intelligence (SI): A Systemic Theory Transforming the Design of the Global Denim Industrial Systems Achievement that reflects years of dedication. bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/21... #Global #Fashion #Industry
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Join us for the official launch of the College Leadership Leadership Innovation Hub 11-1.30pm @ The Brunel Shed BNU 9 July 2026 We invite #businesses, #entrepreneurs, #community leaders, colleagues, & partners as we launch new initiatives to strengthen collaboration across #Bucks & the wider region
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
New exhibition Convergence is open 26 June to 4 Sept The Brunel Engine Shed @bnuni.bsky.social Exploring the intersections of teaching, research & creative practice, Convergence highlights how ideas evolve through collaboration, experimentation & shared learning. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/new-exh...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Protests can mobilise in minutes. Our policing model still runs on a 15-year delay. Policing is rarely out of the headlines. But the reality of the job - its pressures, pace and risks - remains widely misunderstood. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/comment...
A picture of a protest with police and protesters
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Congratulations to Dr Ruth Howard on completion of your #PhD Shifting Perspectives: A Strength’s Based Approach to Understanding Autistic Development & Support of Autistic Children and Families Ruth’s PhD challenges current concepts bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/21... #Autism #Psychology
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Local businesses are being invited to connect directly with the next generation workforce www.bucks.ac.uk/news/busines...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Pride in full colour: Hundreds celebrate at BNU After weeks of anticipation, BNU was proud to host High Wycombe Pride on Saturday 13 June, welcoming hundreds of people for a vibrant community celebration of inclusion. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/pride-f...
Pride celebrated in High Wycombe town centre 2026
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
If you’ve never heard of an Operating Department Practitioner before, you are not alone. The NHS does need funding. But it also needs smarter, more informed conversations about how care is delivered in practice. That starts with recognising roles hidden in plain sight www.bucks.ac.uk/news/comment...
Operating Department Practitioner in theatre
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Evelien Geerts @egeertsphd.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Had an amazing time at BNU, teaching a session on #positionalitystatements and #feminist #ontoepistemologies for the "Plexus+ Academic Leadership in Research: Becoming Independent" series led by the wonderful @drlianaps.bsky.social! ✨ @researchbnu.bsky.social @uccresearch.bsky.social
Collage of pictures taken during Plexus+ session at BNU
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
BNU has been named ‘Uni of the Year for the South East’ at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026 voted for entirely by our students We also ranked #1 in the South East for 🏆 Career prospects 🏆 International 🏆 Postgraduate 🏆 Student Support 🏆 Students’ Union #WUSCA2026 #HigherEducation #SouthEast
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Philippe B. Wilson and Jeff Williams as new Independent Members of University Council, effective from 1 August 2026 www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-ann...
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BNU announces new University Council appointments
Buckinghamshire New University appoints Professor Philippe B. Wilson and Jeff Williams as Independent Council Members from August 2026, strengthening expertise in governance, innovation and internatio...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We are inviting the public to our annual Art & Design Summer Show, running from 26 June to 1 July 2026. The Summer Show is a chance to see what this year’s students have been working on, from fine art and photography to fashion, interiors and work for film and TV. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/emergin...
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Emerging creative talent showcased at Buckinghamshire New University Summer Show
Discover tomorrow’s creative talent today. Explore BNU’s free Art & Design Summer Show at the Brunel Engine Shed from 26 June. Spot the next big thing in fashion, film and fine art.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
BNU earns national recognition for supporting students through cost-of-living crisis www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-ear...
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BNU earns national recognition for supporting students through cost-of-living crisis
BNU pick up award at the 2026 Whatuni Student Choice Awards, reflecting an ongoing commitment to supporting students facing financial pressures.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We're delighted to announce this important collaboration, which is about building ever closer links with the security profession says Fiona Galbraith MSyl, Programme Leader for Global Security Programmes www.bucks.ac.uk/news/new-par...
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New partnership will help shape the future of the security profession
Buckinghamshire New University and The Security Institute have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on supporting the future development of the security profession.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
High Wycombe is set for a historic celebration this summer as Bucks Students’ Union hosts the town’s Pride event on campus for the first time. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/pride-c...
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Pride comes home to BNU: Bucks Students’ Union to host 2026 celebrations on campus
High Wycombe Pride comes to BNU campus for the first time this June - bringing a full day of inclusive, family-friendly celebration, community stalls and live entertainment.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Congratulations John Nesbit with your MPhil #Thesis From Police Training to Police Education: Further Professionalisation Through the Introduction of Graduate-Level Qualifications at Constable Rank bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/20... #Police #Professionalisation #Graduate #Qualifications
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From Police Training to Police Education: Further professionalisation through the introduction of graduate-level qualifications at constable rank - Buckinghamshire New University repository
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Timothy Ishaku, Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy leads first-of-its-kind patient safety training in Nigeria. Beyond its immediate impact, the initiative is expected to support future UK/Nigerian healthcare collaboration. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-phy...
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BNU Physiotherapist leads first-of-its-kind patient safety training in Nigeria
Frontline care in Nigeria is set to improve thanks to an initiative focused on enhancing patient and staff safety, spearheaded by BNU Physiotherapy Lecturer.
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Professor Sarah Williams @profsasbongo.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
So I appear to have forgotten about Bluesky for a couple of years! If you are interested to know what I’ve been up to, you can check out my blog here: profsarahwilliams.wordpress.com
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Join us for the final lecture of the series as Professor Adetoro Adegoke tackles one of the most pressing challenges of our time: health inequality 13 May 4pm Health Equity at Scale: From the Margins to System Transformation #Health #Equality #NHS www.bucks.ac.uk/news/new-vis...
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A new vision for health equity
All invited to BNU's final Inaugural Lecture of the year - Health Equity at Scale: From the Margins to System Transformation as Professor Adetoro Adegoke shares a bold vision for tackling health inequ...
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Buckinghamshire @buckinghamshireuk.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
New community care hub opens in High Wycombe #Bucks
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New community care hub opens in High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) in High Wycombe officially opened its Primary Care Training Hub on Friday, March 6.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Comment piece on the 'Give to Gain' theme for International Women's Day 2026 #IWD2026 Professor Sarah Williams www.bucks.ac.uk/news/comment...
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Comment: Reflections on IWD 2026 - the quiet labour we refuse to see
BNU’s Sarah Williams reframes IWD 2026’s "Give to Gain" theme, urging leaders to give credit and sponsorship to women rather than asking women to perform more invisible, unrecognised labour.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
BNU's Inaugural Lecture Series will welcome Professor Nela Milic, Professor of Arts Practice, to present her lecture Mapping Memory with Participatory Art Practices 4pm 15 April at BNU High Wycombe Campus www.bucks.ac.uk/news/open-al...
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Open to all: Professor Nela Milic explores memory and art in Inaugural Lecture
Join us on April 15 for Professor Milic's fascinating practice-based lecture on memory and how artistic methods can help us reflect on our past.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
BNU’s Primary Care Training Hub has opened We created this space so that students educators clinicians & community partners can work side by side, learning while developing clinical skills & delivering care that reflects the needs of our communities, Esin Turkaslan www.bucks.ac.uk/news/primary...
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Primary Care Training Hub officially opens
The ribbon has officially been cut at BNU’s new Primary Care Training Hub, marking a new chapter in community-focused healthcare.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
BNU remains the only institution in the UK to offer "The Big Deal" which gives students 100% free access to sports, societies and CV-boosting workshops www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-uni...
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BNU: University of the Year welcomes visits for March Open Day with a difference
Buckinghamshire New University, recently named South East University of the Year, invites prospective students to the upcoming Saturday 14 March Open Day to explore its award-winning teaching, state-o...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Uchronia, a radical feature from Buckinghamshire New University lecturer and filmmaker Fil Ieropoulos, has become a festival sensation, selling out its London debut at BFI Flare, on 20 March, in just 20 minutes Join us Wed 11 March 2026 www.bucks.ac.uk/news/has-tik...
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Has TikTok accidentally saved experimental cinema? BNU academic’s Kaufman-backed film sells out BFI in minutes
BNU lecturer Fil Ieropoulos’s radical film Uchronia has become a festival sensation, proving that "TikTok-era" audiences crave the non-linear, avant-garde storytelling typically avoided by mainstream ...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
This event is now postponed! New arrangements will be available soon, more details here www.bucks.ac.uk/inaugural-le... Global Variations in Hospitality Careers 4 March 4pm www.eventbrite.com/e/1979704546...
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Global Variations in Hospitality Careers: A Bourdieuian Perspective
Professor Lisa Wyld will help explain why hospitality careers are valued differently in different societies and parts of the world.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
As a BNU Student or recent graduate (last 3 years) you are invited to unlock your entrepreneurial potential with BNU LaunchPad Application close: 12th April 2026 app.fundinghero.co.uk/programme/bu...
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Simplifying startup funding. Understand the fundraising process and create your own step by step fundraise plan
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Voices of Resilience a new podcast challenges systemic inequity through storytelling by Mary Mosoeunyane This is not a one-season conversation it’s an evolving platform that grows with the questions our society is grappling with podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/v... open.spotify.com/show/06IAfBf...
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Voices of Resilience
Education Podcast · In Voices of Resilience, senior lecturer, researcher, and advocate Mary Mosoeunyane takes you on a journey through the lived experiences of Black and ethnic minority individuals in...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Dr Anahita Malek secures Purple Guide grant to pioneer neurodiversity-friendly live events with Catch22, local partners to explore how live events can be designed, delivered in ways that genuinely support neurodivergent audiences, performers & creative practitioners www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-sec...
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BNU secures ‘Purple Guide’ grant to pioneer neurodiversity-friendly live events
Buckinghamshire New University has launched an 18-month, grant-funded pilot project in High Wycombe to develop practical frameworks and an open-source toolkit aimed at making the UK’s live events sect...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
We’re excited to share that Buckinghamshire New University has officially completed the purchase of the former Uxbridge Library building from Hillingdon Council, creating a new centre for teaching and learning in the heart of Uxbridge. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/bnu-com...
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BNU completes purchase of Uxbridge library site
Buckinghamshire New University has officially completed the purchase of the former Uxbridge Library building from Hillingdon Council, creating a new centre for teaching and learning in the heart of Ux...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Sign-up and explore why #careers in #hospitality have levels of prestige and recognition across the world. Prof Lisa Wyld will give her lecture on 4 March 4pm. www.bucks.ac.uk/news/discove...
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Discover more about global variations in hospitality careers at inaugural lecture
The latest in our inaugural lecture series will see Professor Lisa Wyld explore how hospitality careers develop in different contexts and why they are valued differently around the world.
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Christina Ebanks @christinaebanks.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Thank you Damien, there are no solutions without truthful acknowledgments. Race and Racism conversations are often avoided as uncomfortable although they cost us billions. Society needs to get comfortable with the uncomfortable for any tangible and tailored approaches and solutions.
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Prof Damien Page @profdamienpage.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
roles, even when they have similar qualifications and apply in the same numbers. This isn’t about aspiration or talent. It’s about discrimination in the workplace. Higher education has widened access. But if the labour market doesn’t change, we risk creating access without mobility.
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UK employers less likely to recruit disadvantaged ethnic minority graduates
Ethnic minority graduates from a low socio-economic background are 45% less likely to be offered entry-level professional roles compared to more advantaged White applicants, finds a new report led by ...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Explore why #hospitality careers are valued so differently around the world Prof Lisa Wyld will give her inaugural lecture offering insight into how social structures, individual dispositions & institutional practices influence #professional journeys #Event 4 Mar 4pm Book here tinyurl.com/3k282b6u
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 02/02/2026
Confessions of an Early Career Researcher, a podcast by ECRs, for ECRs. Brought to you by @britishacademy.bsky.social and the Leverhulme Trust. Visit the 🎙️ hub for more information: www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/audio-video/...
Confessions of an Early Career Researcher, Logos: The British Academy, the Leverhulme Trust.
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 02/02/2026
What advice would you give to someone putting together a funding proposal? Tune into this funding-focused episode of #ConfessionsOfAnECR where Professor @annavignoles.bsky.social demystifies the steps to an effective proposal and what funders are really looking for. 🎬 youtu.be/AjyHKRjC-v4?...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Join us for our first public lecture for 2026 Everyone is welcome to attend. We will explore how Artificial Intelligence has evolved and how it is set to shape the way we live and work 11 February 4pm #Buckinghamshire #Event #HighWycombe www.bucks.ac.uk/news/explore...
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Explore future impact of AI
The latest in our inaugural lecture series will explore how Artificial Intelligence has evolved and how it is set to shape the way we live and work
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Prof Qichun (Kit) Zhang gives his Inaugural Lecture on #AI Evolution: from Dynamic Model to Large Language Model Wed 11 Feb 4pm @bnuni.bsky.social book here tinyurl.com/5e4k9tv6 #Event #Bucks #Artificiallntelligence #IT #Algorithms
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AI Evolution: from Dynamic Model to Large Language Model
Artificial Intelligence Evolution: from Dynamic Model to Large Language Model with Professor Qichun (Kit) Zhang Professor of Inclusive AI
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
College of Health & Society @bnuni.bsky.social delivered their third training programme for the 1990 Suwa Seriya Foundation, Sri Lanka’s national pre-hospital emergency care service #Paramedic #Training www.bucks.ac.uk/news/ministe...
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Ministerial visit at Sri Lanka ambulance instructor training
BNU’s recent ambulance service training programme in Sri Lanka received a visit by the country’s Minister of Health and Mass Media.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Research Notes represents the wide breadth of research taking place at @bnuni.bsky.social including the proceedings of this year's BNU Research Conference #Inclusive #Research issuu.com/bucks_new_un...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Exhibition Voices of Memory at the Brunel Engine Shed High Wycombe Train Station The exhibition is free to visit and remains open until 21st November. See you there! 📆 www.instagram.com/reel/DRBxg43...
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Buckinghamshire New University on Instagram: "On the beginning of the week we held the opening of the exhibition accompanied by a symposium at the Brunel Engine Shed in High Wycombe.🤩🎨 The exhibition...
53 likes, 0 comments - bnuni_ on November 13, 2025: "On the beginning of the week we held the opening of the exhibition accompanied by a symposium at the Brunel Engine Shed in High Wycombe.🤩🎨 The exh...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Prof Lisa Wyld explains why careers in hospitality are valued so differently around the world Join us as she shares her research bridging the gap between academic learning and the needs of the #hospitality sector #Research #InauguralLectureSeries #Free #Event #Bucks www.bucks.ac.uk/news/explori...
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Exploring the global landscape of careers in hospitality
The latest in our inaugural lecture series on 3 December will explore how social structures, individual dispositions and institutional practices influence careers in hospitality - and seek to explain ...
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
A creative, community-led collaboration driven by staff and students at BNU has been named Overall Project of the Year at the 2025 Chiltern Railways Community Awards @chilternrailway.bsky.social #Community #Knowledge #ChilternRangers www.bucks.ac.uk/news/communi...
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Community collaboration is named Chiltern Railways’ Project of the Year
A creative, community-led collaboration driven by staff and students at BNU has been named Overall Project of the Year at the 2025 Chiltern Railways Community Awards.
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Research & Knowledge Exchange at Bucks New University @researchbnu.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Prof Williams told her audience that both practitioners and organisations had a role to play in challenging these long-standing issues, to break free of the Velvet Ghetto. #InauguralLectureSeries #Career #Women #PublicRelations www.bucks.ac.uk/news/forty-y...
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Forty years on, the ‘Velvet Ghetto’ still traps women in PR’s soft power roles
Despite women now making up 65% of the public relations workforce, their careers remain constrained by the same ‘soft power’ expectations that shaped the profession four decades ago.
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