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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 2h

👏Congratulations to Dr Alex Connock who has received a #TeachingExcellence award for his contribution to innovative and professionally engaged teaching within the Saïd Business School. f.mtr.cool/sny5mvt1sz #TEA2026

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 28/09/2026

👏Congratulations to Prof Francis DiTraglia (Associate Professor of Economics) on the #TeachingExcellence award recognising his innovative and forward looking contribution to teaching @oxfordecondept.bsky.social f.mtr.cool/gnjdqy4re8

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 21/09/2026

🎉Congratulations to @amiyabhatia.bsky.social who has received a #TeachingExcellence award recognising her exceptional work in course leadership, teaching practice, and DPhil supervision! f.mtr.cool/hsid4ra8vg #TEA2026

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 14/09/2026

Congratulations to Prof Horst Eidenmuller @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social on the #TeachingExcellence award recognising his innovative teaching combining academic rigour with engagement in real-world commercial disputes. f.mtr.cool/qx8sdl9f2u

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/09/2026

Congratulations to Prof @janinadill.bsky.social @blavatnikschool.bsky.social on her #TeachingExcellence award! Janina is recognised for her commitment to supporting students’ engagement with complex material. f.mtr.cool/js0073chob

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 08/06/2026

'Family' and 'community' can mean different things to different people, and the social sciences explore them at a range of scales. We'll be touching on global birth rates, parenting programmes, national refugee policies and more. Follow along with #SSDCommunities 🤝

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/05/2026

At times it seems that our world is facing countless challenges. But social sciences can help us understand the changes we can make to build resilient societies. This month we're spotlighting news from @socsci.ox.ac.uk on the theme of transition, rebuilding and renewal. Follow with #SSDRenew

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 17/04/2026

Register for the 2nd Annual Halsey Lecture @sociologyoxford.bsky.social ⬇️ 'The Limits of Identitarianism' with Prof Chetan Bhatt (London School of Economics and Political Science) 8 May - open to all! Info: www.sociology.ox.ac.uk/event/2nd-an…

Lecture poster: "The Limits of Identitarianism", 5pm Fri 8 May at Lecture Theatre, Nuffield College with speaker Professor Chetan Bhatt

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 14/04/2026

Social sciences can help us to understand how words are shaping our world. From the evolution of language in the age of #AI & #ClimateChange to storytelling in mental health interventions, words influence people's actions and experiences... and the world itself. Follow this month #SSDWords ✏️

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/04/2026

🌟 Nominations are open for the 2026 Teaching Excellence Awards! Recognising the outstanding contribution to teaching and learning shown by colleagues across the division, at all career stages. Nominate yourself or a colleague! Deadline: 17 April Info: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/teaching-exc...

Teaching Excellence Awards - Celebrating teaching excellence across the Social Sciences Division. Deadline: 17 April

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 25/03/2026

Day 2 of #OxSSIC26 is in full swing. Started the day with an inspiring plenary Impact at a Crossroads: Research and Action Amid Global Change. Panel discussed the power of 'tragic optimism', challenging notions we take for granted, and how impact emerges when we work on creating the right conditions

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 24/03/2026

We're live at #OxSSIC26! Kicking off the conference with 'Social Sciences in Motion: Power, Pressure & Potential' leading voices in the sector exploring 'the state we're in' in the social sciences in 2026

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 13/03/2026

We live in a rapidly-changing world. This month we'll be spotlighting how colleagues across our Division are exploring 'change and uncertainty' - whether social, political, technological... How can we use this understanding to build a resilient future? Follow along with #SSDChanges

University of Oxford Social Sciences banner: #SSDChanges — news, updates and research from across the Division on the topic of Change and Uncertainty

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 02/03/2026

📣 Upcoming event: Using the best social science to inform the education and care of children Join @education.ox.ac.uk for its inaugural lecture with Professor Leon Feinstein, recently appointed Director of the Department 📅 16 March, 5-6.30pm Register: www.education.ox.ac.uk/event/inaugu...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 17/02/2026

Applications for the @politicsoxford.bsky.social Oxford Spring School in Advanced Research Methods are open! Learn cutting-edge methods in social science from world-class tutors. 📅23-27 March. 📍Manor Road Building, Oxford Find out more & apply by 23 Feb: www.politics.ox.ac.uk/spring-school

Oxford Spring School in Advanced Research Methods
23-27 March 2026

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 16/02/2026

The #OxSSIC26 programme is now live! Join us 24–25 March @ox.ac.uk for Impact in Motion: Navigating Uncertainty, Creating Change. Explore plenaries, panel sessions and more: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 10/02/2026

There is inequality in almost every aspect of life, whether it be social, economic or political. What impact does this have on us as individuals and as societies? Colleagues across our departments are investigating these impacts and exploring solutions. Find out more with #SSDInequality

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 06/02/2026

We are delighted to welcome Campaign for Social Science as a partner, plus @overton.io and Palgrave Macmillan, part of @springernature.com, as sponsors for the Social Sciences Impact Conference 2026. Join us in Oxford, 24-25 March, registration open now 👉 socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-conference

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 05/02/2026

Don't miss the range of events & workshops happening across @ox.ac.uk & the Division to mark LGBT+ History Month🧵 18 Feb: 'What about Queer?' Panel discussion focusing on the evolving meanings of the word “queer” - open to the public @oxmartinschool.bsky.social: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/01/2026

🎉 Registration now open: Social Sciences Impact Conference 2026 @ox.ac.uk 📅 24–25 March 📍 St Anne’s College 🔎 Impact in Motion: Navigating Uncertainty, Creating Change Join researchers, policy makers and practitioners shaping impact in the social sciences. 👉 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 05/01/2026

How can the social sciences help us to understand our interconnected world? 🌍Social scientists contribute to vital conversations on related topics including infrastructure, transport, migration, technology and more. Follow along with #SSDConnections!

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 18/12/2025

🏠For the next few weeks we'll be spotlighting how the social sciences explore topics linked to 'home and belonging', including - #Migration - Health and #wellbeing - Economic inequality - Infrastructure - Community Follow along with #SocSciHome to find out more!

#SocSciHome
News, updates and research from across the Social Sciences Division on the topic of Home and Belonging

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 19/11/2025

AI's impact on our societies is ever-evolving. How can we ensure it's used in a beneficial way? This month we're exploring how social sciences can help us understand & explore the influence of #AI - including governance, ethics, policy & more. #SocSciAI www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/ai-and-society

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News updates and research from across the Social Sciences Division on the topic of AI in the social sciences

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 09/10/2025

🗓️ The #ESRCFestival of Social Science returns from 20 Oct–7 Nov! 📍 Join us across Oxford & online for free, interactive and family-friendly events exploring our working lives through engaging and impactful #socialsciences research ❓ Discover the full programme 👉 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/festivalofso...

Festival of Social Science, 20 Oct–7 Nov 2025. Free, family-friendly activities for curious minds. Hosted by Oxford and partners. #ESRCFestival.

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/10/2025

Congratulations Dr @avideshseenath.bsky.social @oxfordgeography.bsky.social on receiving a #TeachingExcellence Award! The award recognises his inclusive approaches to teaching & student support with: -weekly 1:1 meetings -career preparation -community building www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 02/10/2025

Congratulations Dr Catherine Hamilton @cateh.bsky.social @education.ox.ac.uk ) on receiving a #TeachingExcellence Award! 🌟Feedback from students highlights Dr Hamilton's engaging teaching style and the positive impact of her efforts on their learning outcomes. www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 30/09/2025

✍️handwritten assignments 🖼️a student-led public exhibition 🌟Congratulations to Dr Jonathon Turnball @jonnyjjt.bsky.social on his #TeachingExcellence Award recognising his innovative teaching methods on 'Digital Ecologies: Mediating More-than-human Worlds' course. www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 25/09/2025

👏Congratulations @kathryneccles.bsky.social @oii.ox.ac.uk on her #TeachingExcellence Award! Her innovation, design and delivery of the Cultural Analytics course has improved student participation in classes and led to a large increase in the course's popularity! www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 16/09/2025

Congratulations Dr Helidah Ogude-Chambert on receiving a #TeachingExcellence award! Dr Ogude-Chambert is recognised for: - Integrating multimedia to support students - Creating an inclusive learning environment - Encouraging personal reflection. Read more: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 12/09/2025

'What do space and the stars have to do with the social sciences?' we hear you ask 🤔 Our colleagues across @socsci.ox.ac.uk are considering space through many lenses, including business, law, anthropology, governance and divination. Follow #SSDSpaceAndSociety posts this month to find out more.

#SSDSpaceAndSociety. News, updates and research from across the Social Sciences Division on the topic of Space, Society and the Stars.
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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 04/09/2025

⭐️ 1 WEEK LEFT to express your interest in 'Impact in Motion: Navigating Uncertainty, Creating Change', our 2026 #SocialSciences Impact Conference! 🌏 Share your experience ✨ Spark new partnerships and 🔎 Explore what impactful change looks like today! #OxSSIC26 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 29/08/2025

👏Congrats @francescorampazzo.com @sociologyoxford.bsky.social on #TeachingExcellence Award for teaching #innovations Dr Rampazzo's commitment to inclusivity includes: - inspiring tutorial system reforms - introducing Queer Demography to Sociology curriculum More: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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His quote says 'I'm honoured to receive this Teaching Excellence Award. As a researcher, I view teaching as integral to my academic role. Integrating my research into the classroom not only enriches students' learning experiences but also invigorates my own research, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas that benefits both teaching and scholarship.'

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 18/08/2025

Researchers, impact pros, collaborators: If you're working at the edge of change, we want to hear from you! Submit your session idea for #OxSSIC26 & help us explore how #socialsciences research is having meaningful impact in the face of global uncertainty www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

Closing: Noon, 12 September 2025 (UK Time). IMPACT IN MOTION: NAVIGATING UNCERTAINTY, CREATING CHANGE. Social Sciences Impact Conference, 24-25 March 2026. Expressions of interest invited from social sciences researchers, collaborators, engagement or impact professionals and partner organisations. Find out more at socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-conference (followed by logos of University of Oxford Social Sciences Division, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford ESRC IAA, UKRI Economic and Social Research Council)

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/08/2025

⭐️ CALL NOW OPEN: @socsci.ox.ac.uk's #SocialSciences Impact Conference returns in 2026 with "Impact in Motion: Navigating Uncertainty, Creating Change." 🌍 Find out more and express your interest at www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 30/07/2025

🌟Students have praised her encouragement of lively group discussions about the benefits and limitations of AI. Congratulations to Dr @anavaldi.bsky.social (Lecturer in AI, Government & Policy @oii.ox.ac.uk ) on receiving a #TeachingExcellence Award! www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 23/07/2025

Congratulations to Prof Greg Taylor @oii.ox.ac.uk ‬awarded a #TeachingExcellence Award for Sustained Commitment to Education. Prof Taylor frequently receives the highest overall average score on student surveys within the Institute! More about his teaching: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 22/07/2025

👏Congratulations to Dr Uttara Shahani @odid-qeh.bsky.social for her Teaching Excellence Award for innovative and engaging teaching methods. Discover how her introduction of podcasts, documentaries and songs are making courses more accessible and engaging. www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 18/07/2025

Congratulations to Dr Timothy Hodgetts @oxfordgeography.bsky.social who has received a #TeachingExcellence Award! The award recognises his commitment to: ⭐inclusivity ⭐knowledge sharing ⭐collaboration Read more about his innovative approach to teaching: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 14/07/2025

🚀 Ready to shape the future of social sciences impact? Our Social Sciences Impact Conference returns in 2026 with "Impact in Motion: Navigating Uncertainty, Creating Change." We’re calling for bold, creative session ideas—submit yours now! #OxSSIC26 🔗 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/impact-confe...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 14/07/2025

👏Congratulations to @lulushi.bsky.social @education.ox.ac.uk for her recognition of #TeachingExcellence Central to her teaching is: -commitment to inclusivity -student engagement with real-world technologies -integration of guest speakers in lectures Read more: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 17/06/2025

📣 We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2025 Teaching Excellence Awards! These annual awards celebrate exceptional contributions to education & teaching practices by colleagues across the Social Sciences Division at all career stages. Find out more: www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/article/winn...

Teaching Excellence Awards 2025: Congratulations to our winners!

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 25/04/2025

📅 CLOSING SOON! Are you an experienced researcher at @ox.ac.uk or Oxford Brookes University interested in leading a policy-engaged research agenda that will have meaningful local impact, reducing inequalities across Oxfordshire? We'd love to hear from you! Visit www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/chief-scient...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 24/04/2025

📢 DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 30 APRIL! Are you a mid-career social sciences researcher and ready to grow? Our Mid-Career Researcher Incentives Pilot Scheme is designed to accelerate your research journey with dedicated support—your next step could start here 👇 www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/mid-career-r...

Mid-Career Researcher Incentives Pilot Scheme: The Social Sciences Division is running a new pilot scheme offering targeted resources to help mid-career researchers make large grant applications. Departments may elect for support to include:
research assistance with writing large grant applications,
EA/administrative support, or
limited teaching buyout
Deadline extended to 30 April!

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 07/04/2025

Are you a mid-career social sciences researcher and ready to grow? The Division's Mid-Career Researcher Incentives Pilot Scheme is designed to accelerate your research journey with dedicated support—your next step could start here 👇 socsci.ox.ac.uk/mid-career-r...

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 03/04/2025

Are you an experienced researcher at @ox.ac.uk or Oxford Brookes University interested in leading a policy-engaged research agenda that will have meaningful local impact, reducing inequalities across Oxfordshire? Check out the Local Policy Lab's latest call: socsci.ox.ac.uk/chief-scient...

Are you an experienced researcher, passionate about policy engagement and keen to make a difference in Oxfordshire? The Local Policy Lab is seeking to appoint 3 Chief Scientific Advisors. Find out more and apply by 7 May! Logos of Oxford University, Oxfordshire County Council, and Oxford Brookes University

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/03/2025

🌟Congratulations to Prof Sabina Alkire & @ophioxford.bsky.social, #SocialSciencesImpactAwards winners in the Scaling & Sustaining Impact category for addressing multidimensional poverty in developing nations through measurement & policy applications👏 📽️Watch their film www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NFF...

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Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative.
Winner: Scaling and Sustaining Impact.
Addressing multidimensional poverty in developing nations through measurement and policy applications'.

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/03/2025

👏Through engagement with companies, policymakers & organised labour, the action-research project @towardsfairwork.bsky.social (launched by @oii.ox.ac.uk's @geoplace.bsky.social & colleagues) has improved the lives of millions of workers across four continents since 2021 #SocialSciencesImpactAwards

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Professor Mark Graham and the Fairwork team.
Highly Commended: Scaling & Sustaining Impact.
Fairwork: generating pro-worker change in the digital economy'.

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/03/2025

🌟 Congratulations to @alansanchezj.bsky.social @martafavara.bsky.social & colleagues at @yloxford.bsky.social: 👏 #SocialSciencesImpactAwards Developing Impact Winners for Young Lives evidence directly informing legislative change to ban child marriage in Peru 📽️ youtu.be/PQ6iK2_HVns?...

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Alan Sánchez Jiménez, Vanessa Rojas Arangoitia, Marta Favara, Gina Crivello (In Memoriam), Santiago Cueto Caballero, Kath Ford, Gisela Chacaltana, and Julia Tilford.
WINNER: Developing Impact.
Young Lives evidence directly informing legislative change to prohibit child marriage in Peru'.

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/03/2025

Prof Prassl @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social & team have developed the first policy framework responding to the rise of 'algorithmic management' (automated systems for managerial decision-making, eg. hiring & firing workers), & made it a major international regulatory priority #SocialSciencesImpactAwards

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Prof Jeremias Adams-Prassl, Aislinn Kelly-Lyth, Dr Halefom Abraha,
Dr Six Silberman, Sangh Rakshita and Bharat Shivan.
Highly Commended: Developing Impact.
Regulating AI at work: protecting workers against digital surveillance and control.'

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Oxford Social Sciences Division @socsci.ox.ac.uk · 20/03/2025

Research by @veldaelliott.bsky.social @oxforddeptofed.bsky.social shows #LitinColourPioneers pilot (with Pearson Edexcel @penguinbooksusa.bsky.social & @runnymedetrust.bsky.social) increased the no. of students answering texts by writers of colour by 🌟100-fold🌟 since 2019 #SocialSciencesImpactAwards

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Velda Elliott, Zaahida Nabagereka, Lesley Nelson-Addy.
Highly commended: Developing Impact.
Lit in Colour.'

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