🔵 Just one week left to sign up for our Cross-Institutional Academic Speed Mentoring for ECR's. Gain new insight on your career and professional development from four mentors drawn from seven universities. Identify areas for growth and build your confidence. Sign up now tinyurl.com/3a9dyz2y

Want to shape a stronger research culture? Join our focus group on Tuesday 23 September, 1–4pm (on campus) for coffee, cake and conversation ☕️🍰 Chat with fellow PGRs and ECRs and share your insights into barriers and motivators you face. Find out more and sign up 👉🏽 tinyurl.com/29apbssc

As summer draws to a close we have said goodbye to our amazing International Junior Research Associates. They showed great enthusiasm and commitment to their work, while also enjoying experiencing British culture - including Afternoon Tea! Read more here 👉🏽 tinyurl.com/ycx2exxc #SussexJRA #IJRA

📣Postgraduate Researcher Officer Role - Student Union Elections Do you want to proactively represent your PGR peers in the Student Union? Want to ensure the Student Union reflects the views and needs of PGRs? If so, nominate yourself now! sussexstudent.com/elections

🟡 Spotlight on Researchers We chatted with Juliet Ibekaku-Nwagwu about her research into the implementation of international legal systems for the return of proceeds of crime. Juliet has an extensive career - including working for the former Nigerian president! Read more here tinyurl.com/4mpd2sbf

📢 Engineering, Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC) Postdoctoral Pathway Fellowship Call We are offering three six-month funded Fellowships to support researchers undertake new research, complete publications and more. Applications close 3 September. Join us & apply now: tinyurl.com/4y5me25s

Are you at the start of your research career? If so we want to hear your thoughts on translating your research into impact. In collaboration with @dbaa-exeter.bsky.social we are running focus groups in September. Find out more and sign up here 👇🏻 tinyurl.com/yn4hvpm6

Our JRAs' summer research projects are underway! Find out more about what they are up to and get involved by taking part in their surveys and focus groups. 👉🏽👉🏽 tinyurl.com/53vn4b4r #SussexJRA

As part of the Summer of Research we showcased this year's Women's Leadership Academy. Alongside participants reflecting on the valuable experience the Academy gave them, we were inspired by funded projects 'The Lost Academic' and 'Leap in Science'. Read more 👉🏽 tinyurl.com/3uk7wh2p

📖For researchers using the Library over the summer the step-free entrance, next to IDS, will be closed from 21 July - 3 August while work is done to make the entrance more accessible. Please contact [email protected] for alternative access, book collection and delivery.

Last week we welcomed our 13 International Junior Research Associates from China, Czechia, Thailand, the USA & Vietnam! ✈️ They will be undertaking research projects under the guidance of our supportive supervisors, while also taking the opportunity to explore Brighton and the UK. #SussexJRA

👀 Taking a look back at our Summer of Research event, ‘Catalysing Connections,’ where speakers shared personal stories that illustrated the increasingly diverse paths researchers take in their careers. Read more here: tinyurl.com/3brb6v2h

🔷 Join us next week for the first in the Women's Leadership Seminar Series. The first seminar 'Negotiating Academia' will be a practical space to engage in reflective activities around navigating a academic career as a woman leader. Wednesday, 16 July, 9:30-11:30, Library tinyurl.com/msaaytfa

🟡 Spotlight on Researchers We caught up with Fezile Sibanda about their research into the experiences of Black academics in English universities using Ubuntu-inspired methodology. Read more about Fezile's research here tinyurl.com/mvew5ntu

Congrats to Persefoni Tzanaki @persatz.bsky.social our ECR winner in the Emerging Researcher Image Competition! 'Reading Feelings: Can reading fiction enhance empathy and prosocial behavior in children?' Their work explores how emotion-focused reading activities can foster empathy in children.

✨Congratulations to Seyi Ugochukwu seyiugochukwu.bsky.social who won the 3 Minute Thesis final! Their powerful talk, "Access to Legal Aid for Undocumented Migrants in the UK", demonstrated how legal systems reproduce imperial power by denying justice to those from formerly colonised regions. #3MT

🏆 Awards Ceremony Celebrating our 3 Minute Thesis winners, Adam Weiler Impact awardees and Emerging Researcher Image Competition winners has been a great way to finish our Summer of Research events. 👀 Look out for the winners bio's next week!

With a deep dive into what 'impact' looks like for PGRs, our Adam Weiler Impact Award winners shared their experiences and knowledge. They reflected on the importance of telling a relatable story and the ability to influence policy, as well as practice. #PHDImpact

Our 3 Minute Thesis Final has been an amazing showcase of Sussex PGRs research by our nine finalists! From research into ground breaking cancer treatment, to the impact of Ai on hiring practices, our finalists wove engaging and creative bite-sized presentations. #3MT #PhDJourney

#3MT Finalist: Charmaine Wellington @sussexunibusiness.bsky.social is examining how Ai is transforming hiring in finance. Their research explores Ai’s impact on the career progression of Black professional women & whether it advances equity or reinforces bias. See the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Johnny Hopkins from MAH explores something we often overlook, flags. Johnny's work shows how the Union Jack is used in the UK music industry to reinforce or resist colonial histories and identity politics. Come see the final & vote for the People's Choice Award! tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Catherine Cundy from MAH, is giving a voice to England’s most talented young musicians. Catherine’s research captures what exceptional learners want & need, from their teachers, aiming to improve how schools support musical excellence. See the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

Don't forget to vote for your favourite image!🖼️ Voting for the Emerging Researcher Image Competition is open until 2pm tomorrow. Come see the exhibition at our 3 Minute Thesis & Adam Weiler Impact Panel event: tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k You can also check out the online gallery: tinyurl.com/bd6x7bap

#3MT Finalist: Arunima Shandilya from Global Studies, sheds light on the complex identity of Pakistani-Hindu migrants in India Arunima’s research follows their journey to citizenship, unpacking how caste, class, gender & age shape their experience of belonging. See the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

Muthanna Saari @muthannass.bsky.social from Global Studies explores the intersection of faith, poverty & care. Muthanna’s research delves into zakat, an Islamic giving practice, & how British Muslims navigate giving in the context of poverty & the welfare system. See the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Seyi Ugochukwu, from School of Law, interrogates the UK’s legal system. Seyi’s research explores how policies restrict undocumented migrants’ access to legal aid. Seyi's work challenges Eurocentric narratives & argues for decolonial justice reform. See the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Nathan Pond from Psychology, is confronting anxiety disorders. Nathan’s research tests an experimental treatment aimed at reducing “attention bias”. It could lead to more effective, low-cost interventions to reduce people's cycles of worry. 👀 Come see the final: tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Chrysovalantis Fekos from Life Sciences, is diving deep into the brain’s circuitry. By studying how different types of interneurons respond Chrysovalantis’s research could offer new insight into how neurological disorders alter brain function. See the final 👉🏼 tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

#3MT Finalist: Jo Renaut from Life Sciences is tackling some of the deadliest & most neglected cancers Jo’s work explores “synthetic lethality” that could kill tumours while sparing healthy cells. Her research paves the way for personalised cancer treatment. Come see the final tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

It was great to meet all our new 2025 Junior Research Associates last week! We have 53 JRAs from across the University, as well as BSMS. Each JRA will be running their own research project over the summer with support from us and a supervisor. Look out for more updates! #SussexJRA

Been meaning to sign up for our Summer of Research events? Get your spot at our events next week! 🔵Catalysing Connections: Diverse Careers Panel Monday 16, 2.00-3.30pm tinyurl.com/52yambrh 🔵 Three Minute Thesis Final and Adam Weiler Impact Panel Friday 20, 2.00-4.00pm tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

Our Beyond Research World Café has been a great opportunity for PGRs to connect and learn from each other. With hosts chatting about a range of subjects there was a real buzz as people shared their experiences and knowledge. Part of the Summer of Research. #PhDChat #PhDJourney #PhDCommunity

Excited to be kicking off our Summer of Research events with the Women's Leadership Academy (WLA) Showcase. Celebrating the outcomes of the WLA we are hearing about the projects that participants are running as a result of the coaching and relationships they have built.

Come along tomorrow for lunch and catch up with fellow PGRs! 🥪🗨️ Wednesday 11 June, ACCA, 12-1.30pm Sign up👉🏽 tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd

📣Voting for our Emerging Researchers Image Competition is now open! Check out the great entries and cast your vote for the People's Choice Award. You can see the images in exhibition at our Summer of Research events. Vote here: tinyurl.com/bd6x7bap See our events: tinyurl.com/4jy97xfj

Interested in creating inclusive, empathetic spaces within the research community? PGR Mitakshara Medhi will be at the Beyond Research World Café sharing how small actions can lead to positive systemic progress. Find out what you can do to bring about change. tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd

Find it tricky to navigate the world of academic prizes and recognition? PGRs Louisa Rinaldi and Emily Whelan will be on hand to provide practical guidance at our Beyond Research World Café. Learn how to put yourself, or others, forward with confidence. Wed 11 June, 12-1.30pm tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd

Want to explore the connection between your research and how it's shaped by your lived experiences? Join fellow PGR Tiffany Murphy over lunch at our Beyond Research World Café to discover how your story can become a powerful research tool. Wed, 11 June, ACCA, 12-1.30pm Sign up tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd

📣 Great event happening next week! Why not pop along, grab some lunch and chat to fellow PGRs. Free tickets here tinyurl.com/5n8spfhd #PhDChat #PhDJourney #PhDCommunity

Our 9 finalists for our 3 Minute Thesis competition! Life Sciences: Jo Renaut & Chrysovalantis Fekos Psychology: Nathan Pond LPS: Seyi Ugochukwu Global Studies: Muthanna Saari & Arunima Shandilya MAH: Catherine Cundy & Johnny Hopkins Business: Charmaine Wellington Live final 👉 tinyurl.com/t8y9b22k

☀️Our Summer of Research programme is live! We have some great events for PGRs & ECRs running between 9-20 June. Check out our range of events, from our Beyond Research World Cafe to the Three Minute Thesis Final & Adam Weiler Impact Panel. Sign up here tinyurl.com/458wz9pt

🟡 Spotlight on Researchers We caught up with Dr Jeongeun Park about her research into children and young people’s state care experience and its connection with mental health and educational outcomes. Read more about her work here 👉🏼 tinyurl.com/mtn88feu

Great to see our Adam Weiler winners at the Sussex Awards last week being recognised for their impactful contribution to our research community.

📣 One week left to submit a photo for our Emerging Researcher Image Competition. You could win up to £200 towards your research by sending us a pic you have taken that represents your work. Enter now: tinyurl.com/526rmwf4 Open until 12 noon on Monday 19 May to PGRs and ECRs.

Adam Weiler winner: Christina Niki Kampourelis @ckampoureli.bsky.social research focuses on real-time fMRI neurofeedback for adults with ADHD. Her study optimises brain-training protocols, offering crucial insights into the design of neurofeedback interventions. Based at @bsmsmedschool.bsky.social

Adam Weiler winner: Marianne Glascott's work on kelp spore motility offers a non-vertebrate, early-warning approach to ecotoxicology. Her methods present a more ethical, scalable alternative to traditional testing models, with implications for marine conservation policy. @sussexkelp.bsky.social

Adam Weiler winner: Guy Edwards’s, @guywhedwards.bsky.social, research analyses Colombia’s historic energy transition to decarbonise the sector. His work maps the power dynamics, offering valuable insights into global climate governance. 🟡Read his Spotlight interview here: tinyurl.com/k4vz44j6

Adam Weiler winner: Tiffany Murphy's @tffnymrphy.bsky.social work examines the role of theatre in processing trauma. Her research explores how performances can serve as collective care & ethical witnessing for survivors of gendered violence. 🟡Read Tiffany's Spotlight interview: tinyurl.com/5e4uht7n

Our Emerging Researcher Image Competition is live! 📸 Submit a photo taken by you that represents your work and have the chance to win up to £200 towards your research. Enter now: tinyurl.com/526rmwf4 Open until 12 noon on Monday 19 May to PGRs and ECRs.

We are delighted to announce the winners of this years Adam Weiler PGR Impact Award! Media, Arts and Humanities: Tiffany Murphy Social Sciences: Guy Edwards Sciences: Marianne Glascott Clinical projects: Christina Niki Kampoureli Read more here 👉🏼 tinyurl.com/2zx7jusf