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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What stories shape leadership? Join us on 8-9th July 2026 for the fourth annual James McCune Smith Conference at the University of Glasgow. #JMSConference #JamesMcCuneSmith

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

He is a former Professor of Criminology and Sociology at University of West London (UWL) and he lectured in areas of criminology, sociology, social anthropology, black history, whiteness studies, race, education, ethnicity, class, gender, youth justice and cultural studies.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

The JMS Network event series will also be back at on Thursday 26 March from 6-8pm in the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre. We're joined by Lez Henry who will be talking to JMS Scholar, Adèle Oliver. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jms-networ...

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JMS Network with Professor William Lez Henry

We are delighted to welcome Professor William Lez Henry to our JMS Network Series.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Ubongabasi Kingsley Omon is a Nigerian scholar and educator whose academic and professional journey reflects a deep commitment to data science, equitable education, and the ethical advancement of artificial intelligence – particularly in developing countries.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Join us on Friday 20 March for a special JMS Network collaboration with the AI Connects event series, with the University of Salford's Ubongabasi Kingsley Omon and hosted by JMS Scholar, Pheona Matovu. 6-8pm in the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jms-networ...

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JMS Network and AI Connects: Ubongabasi Kingsley Omon

Join us to welcome Ubongabasi Kingsley Omon for a special JMS Network x AI Connect event with JMS Scholar, Pheona Matovu.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Enoch is the founder of Black Professionals UK, and co-founder of the Black Scottish Adventurers community group alongside his brother Josh. blackscottishadventurers.com

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Black Scottish Adventurers – This is Living!

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Delighted to announce that our next guest in the JMS Network series will be Enoch Adeyemi, in conversation with JMS Scholar, Anesu Matanda Mambingo. Join us in the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre in-person or online 6-8pm on Thursday 26 February.

A graphic digital flyer which shows a portrait of Enoch Adeyemi wearing a shirt, tie and suit blazer. The graphic background shows muted blue and yellow tones. The overlaying text reads, "Hosted by JMS Scholar, Anesu Matanda Mambingo. JMS Network Event featuring Enoch Adeyemi, chartered accountant, founder of Black Professionals UK, author and host. February 26th 6pm to 8pm. Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre, G3 6AW. Online option via Zoom."

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

The deadline to apply to the JMS PhD Scholarships is coming soon - apply by 31 January. So if you or someone you know is interested in PhD study with us, tap the link in our bio to find out more, or get in touch with us at JMSPhD@glasgow.ac.uk

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Her research will tackle breast cancer disparities in Black women across Africa and the UK, improving early detection, highlighting underrepresentation in datasets and building AI tools to reduce inequities in cancer outcomes.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

As a JMS Scholar, her research will focus on exploring the role of health inequalities in cancer diagnosis, treatment and outcomes, with focus on Triple Negative Breast Cancer in the Black African female population.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Augustina is beginning her PhD through the JMS PhD Scholarship Programme at the Helgason Lab, Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre, in @uofgmvls.bsky.social's School of Cancer Sciences @uofgcancersciences.bsky.social.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

She has also worked at the Medical Research Unit for Lifelong Health and Ageing @ucl-caps.bsky.social through Health Data Research UK interns which broadened her understanding of health data research and the health challenges of diverse populations.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Augustina Ugwu is an experienced health data analyst. She graduated with a 1st Class Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science and was awarded Distinction in MSc Applied Data Science both at @teessideuni.bsky.social.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Augustina’s research uses Health Data and Artificial Intelligence tools to address health inequalities in various kinds of cancer including leukaemia and breast cancer among female Black Africans. @uofgmvls.bsky.social @uofgcancersciences.bsky.social

Image shows JMS Scholar Augustina Ugwu in front of a light grey backdrop. She wears an ornate top with several shades of pink, and with white with structured shoulders and bow tie both embedded to the garment.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

His aim is to reorient the historiography of the British financial industry so as to make Black rebellion and the response to it integral to scholarly work in the field.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Christopher’s research examines the role of the colonial racial state in the development of finance capitalism in the early modern British Atlantic.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Please welcome Christopher Reid, a JMS Scholar in the first year if his PhD. Chris is investigating the racial genealogies of finance capitalism in the early modern British Atlantic from 1660s-1820s. @uofgartshums.bsky.social

Image shows JMS Scholar Chris Reid sitting in his home study. In the background is a full bookshelf with various texts and personal items. He wears a ribbed, green quarter-zip jumper.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

This experience not only strengthened Meshach’s PhD research but also provided valuable insight into government-based research and policy roles. Congratulations to Meshach on successfully completing his internship!

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

He investigated seasonal midge activity across Scotland, collaborated with the Animal Health and Welfare Division to inform policy decisions, contributed to scientific reports and policy briefs, built skills in data analysis, scientific writing, and policy communication.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Meshach’s internship tackled policy-driven questions around midge populations and their role in spreading bluetongue, a viral disease affecting livestock such as sheep and cattle. While Scotland has yet to see a bluetongue outbreak, cases are increasing across Europe.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

We’re thrilled to share the incredible work of JMS Scholar Meshach Lee, who recently completed an internship with EPIC – the Scottish Government’s Centre of Expertise in Animal Disease Outbreaks. @epicscotland.bsky.social @glasgow.ac.uk @uofgmvls.bsky.social @sbohvm.gla.ac.uk

Image shows JMS Scholar Meshach Lee standing inside of a large marquee. He wears black shorts and a white, linen short-sleeved shirt with glasses and a necklace. In the background is a large EPIC Scotland marketing display behind a short stage platform holding a podium, round table and with a mobile television screen to the side.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

To express your interest in applying, fill in this short form: forms.office.com/e/k2bkPz4ekB You will also get the chance to ask current JMS Scholars for their insights into the programme and why you should apply!

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Our first online information session will be held 11:00-12:00 on Tuesday 16 December 2025. The second session will be held 13:00-14:00 on Thursday 15 January 2026.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Interested in applying for our JMS PhD Scholarships for Black UK Students? We’re holding applicant information sessions so join us to find out more about PhD study and funding! @glasgow.ac.uk @uofgstem.bsky.social @uofgmvls.bsky.social @uofgartshums.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social

Image shows JMS Scholar Nkechi First in the University of Glasgow’s Advanced Research Centre. In the background there are research office spanning multiple levels and she is leaning with one arm on the metal handrail of a glass banister. She wears a frilled, black blouse and blue trousers with red squares.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

For more information, visit our website: www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships... Register your interest here: forms.office.com/e/k2bkPz4ekB If you have any questions, you can reach us by email at JMSPhD@glasgow.ac.uk #PhDScholarship #Scholarships2026 #UKScholarships #GlasgowUniversity

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

The opportunity for Black UK-domiciled students to undertake PhD research at @uofglasgow.bsky.social is still available! Apply by 31 January 2026 for entry to our Scholarships in October 2026. @uofgstem.bsky.social @uofgmvls.bsky.social @uofgartshums.bsky.social @uofgsocsci.bsky.social

Image shows JMS Scholar Chris Reid in the University of Glasgow’s Advanced Research Centre. He wears a black, quarter-zip jumper and is sitting at a small, round, white table near an upper level window, holding a tall, white mug.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Through these experiences, her research interests in intersectional inequalities, community engagement and women’s health have grown enormously. She is enthusiastic to continue contributing towards improving the health and wellbeing of underrepresented women.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

She volunteers at the UN Women UK where she collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to synthesise the evidence base and design research tools which explore the barriers and facilitators to digital access facing marginalised women and girls in the UK.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

The findings and recommendations from this project are published in peer-reviewed journals, help local authorities promote positive health behaviours and improve public health outcomes.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Here, she worked on collaborative research and evaluation studies for the Talk, Listen, Change, health inequalities research programme which addressed the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on ethnic minorities.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

After obtaining her MPH with Distinction, she worked as a public health research practitioner funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research. @nihrarcs.bsky.social

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Marginalised women experience inequalities in their access to and overall experience of healthcare services. This is largely due to their needs not fully recognised or addressed by healthcare providers.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Ifunanya aims to explore the lived experiences of marginalised women who access or are trying to access healthcare services in Scotland and recommend practical and sustainable interventions to improve their health outcomes and reduce inequalities.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Ifunanya Nduka is a new JMS Scholar joining us this year. Through the School of Health and Wellbeing, she investigates facilitators and barriers to accessing healthcare services among marginalised women in the UK. @uofglasgow.bsky.social @uofgmvls.bsky.social @uofgshw.bsky.social

Image shows a professional portrait of JMS Scholar, Ifunanya Nduka, in front of a plain white backdrop. She has long brown hair and wears a long sleeve, white, collared shirt with front pocket.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Her contributions have been recognised with awards including UofG Future World Changer (2018) and Top 50 Women in Engineering finalist (2022).

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Sofiat is also the founder of Computer Science Academy Africa (CSA Africa), which has trained 700+ young Africans in Python programming across Nigeria, Rwanda, Kenya, and online.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

In 2023, she was endorsed as an Exceptional Promise under the UK Global Talent scheme by the Royal Academy of Engineering.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Her current research focuses on efficient algorithms for matching theory and engineering applications. She has published in peer-reviewed journals, presented at international conferences, and contributes to open-source software, including two Python libraries on graph and stable matching algorithms.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Dr. Sofiat Olaosebikan is a Lecturer in the School of Computing Science at the University of Glasgow. She earned her PhD in 2020, following an MSc from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, Ghana, and a BSc in Mathematics from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that our next guest in the JMS Network series will be Dr Sofiat Olaosebikan in conversation with JMS Scholar in Physics, Roselyn Nmaju. Join us in the Kelvin Hall Lecture Theatre in-person or online on Thursday 27 November 6-8pm.

Image shows a professional portrait of Dr. Sofiat Olaosebikan in front of a marbling stone-coloured backdrop. She wears a large pendant, and is dressed in formalwear of varies olive shades including a dark blazer, bright jumpsuit and earthy head scarf.

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Jason Newton @jasonisotopes.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

The JMS scholarships fund Black UK domiciled students to undertake PhD research at the @uofglasgow.bsky.social in any research area. Anyone interested in projects involving stable isotopes - particularly ecological applications, please get in touch with me.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

For more information, visit our website: gla.ac.uk/scholarships... If you have any questions, you can reach us by email at JMSPhD@glasgow.ac.uk #GlasgowUniversity uofglasgow.sky.social uofgartshums.bsky.social uofgmvls.bsky.social uofgsocsci.bsky.social uofgstem.bsky.social

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

We’re excited to launch the 5th round of applications for the JMS Scholarship. 12 scholarships are available in any research area which can be supervised at the University. Register your interest here: forms.office.com/e/k2bkPz4ekB #PhDScholarship #Scholarships2026 #UKScholarships

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

The project aims to explore how manipulating p53 degradation pathways could open new avenues for targeted and effective cancer treatments. Marwa is particularly interested in translational research that bridges molecular biology and therapeutic development.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

For her PhD Marwa Osman has joined the School of Chemistry in the College of Science and Engineering. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science from the University of Sudan and a Master’s degree in Biomedical Science.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

We're thrilled to be joined by Marwa Osman whose research looks into degradation of the p53 protein as a potential approach to cancer therapy. @uofgstem.bsky.social @uofgchem.bsky.social

Image shows JMS Scholar Marwa Osman indoors in front of a window on a bright day. She wears a light brown head scarf, black top and glasses.

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University of Glasgow @glasgow.ac.uk · 24/10/2025

Paul Gordon has just joined his son Montel as a UofG PhD scholar. Both are part of the James McCune Smith PhD Scholarship programme, pursuing research shaped by lived experience and cultural insight. More: gla.ac/4hzMvne Photo: Martin Shields

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Father and son students hoping to build a legacy of Black scholarship and storytelling

Montel Gordon, one of the James McCune Smith PhD programme’s inaugural 2022 scholars, is being joined by his father, Paul, in a family journey of academic exploration.

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UofG JMS PhD Programme @uofgjmsphd.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

He holds a BSc in Zoology from @uniofaberdeen.bsky.social where he completed his Honours project on roe deer movement in Aberdeenshire. He has also worked as a technician at @uofglasgow.bsky.social studying Northern Gannet movement and migration.

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