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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · 2d

📣 Thesis Boot Camp applications are now open!

Are you in the writing-up phase of your PhD at Sussex?

Join us for our facilitated weekend giving you a supportive environment to focus on your writing.

📅 On the 6-7 December
⏳ Application deadline 12 noon, 3 November

Apply now: tinyurl.com/mr35etd3

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · 9d

Wanna find out more about this year's new Hive Scholars? 👀

Meet Yara Zebian, Shaunna McIvor and Joao M. Uratani. Discover how they will support Sussex's PGR research culture and what they are currently researching.

tinyurl.com/mv9j7hkm

Separate photos of Yara Zebian, Shaunna McIvor and Joao M. Uratani.

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · 13d

We had a brilliant time welcoming our new PGRs this week.

The conference centre was buzzing with talks, panels, marketplace stalls and everyone building their research out of Lego!

🔗 Info for new PGRs: tinyurl.com/35988uns

#PGRInduction #ResearchJourney

Two people laughing while building Lego.

Lego person holding a blue button and grey squares. A red and white lego structure.

Person talking to an adviser at the English Language for Academic Study market stall.

Professor Jeremy Niven presenting to new PGRs. Slide with text 'Why focus on the PGR-Supervisor Relationship?' with cartoon from Phd Comics underneath.

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Sep 3

📣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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Aug 19

🟡 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

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jul 31

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

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jul 8

🔷 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
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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jul 7

🟡 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

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jul 3

The People's Choice winner in our Emerging Researcher Image Competition is Hanna Eldarwish - congratulations!

'The Incoherent Spirit' is a visual representation of Hannah's research into how a sense of meaning in life is threatened when a person's life feels fragmented and uncertain.

Person standing on Brighton beach with the West pier behind them. The person's head has been removed from the photo. Photo credit Hanna Eldarwish.

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jul 2

Congrats to Seyi Ugochukwu seyiugochukwu.bsky.social our PGR winner in the Emerging Researcher Image Competition!

'Undocumented Immigrants: Unseen, Unheard, Illegal?' reflects their research on how colonial legacies shape immigration policy & access to legal aid. GenAI used to protect identities.

Image created using generative Ai depicting protesters. Protester holding large sign saying 'No Human Is Illegal'. Image credit Seyi Ugochukwu.

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 26

✨Voted for by you the People's Choice winner in our #3MT final is Jo Renaut.

Their talk 'Synthetic Lethality: Finding Cancer’s Hidden Vulnerabilities to Save Lives' demonstrated their innovative research into targeting cancer cells & the potential for improved treatment plans.

Jo Renaut presenting to an audience. A large screen shows the time countdown. Behind Jo is their presentation slide with illustrations relating to their research topic.

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 26

✨Second Place in our #3MT final went to Catherine Cundy.

Their talk, '“It's ok, Miss, I have my knitting!” Unlocking potential in our most able young musicians' highlighted the lack of investment in exceptional learners. Their research is giving a voice to these learners needs.

Catherine Cundy presenting to a panel of judges and an audience. A large screen shows the time countdown. Behind Catherine is their presentation slide with a illustration of their research topic.

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 26

✨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

Seyi Ugochukwu holding their Three Minute Thesis Winner Certificate.

Seyi Ugochukwu presenting to an audience. A large screen shows the time countdown. Behind Seyi is her presentation slide 'Migration, Legal Aid & Colonial Legacies', depicting a statue of Justice and a woman.

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 20

🏆 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!

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 20

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

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 20

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

Charmaine Wellington presenting to an audience and panel of judges.

Muthanna Saari presenting to an audience.

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 20

Looking forward to seeing @seyiugochukwu.bsky.social present at the final today!

Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 19

#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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 19

#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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 19

#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

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Sussex Researcher School @sussexresearcher.bsky.social · Jun 19

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

'A Sleeping Bear' by Sian Panton, Psychology. Small tan coloured dog sleeping on a textured beige blanket.

'Every Day is a Full Moon' by Joanna Fernandez, Life Sciences. Close up of a cells seen under a light microscope.

'Hard At Work: A Look At Life In The Lab' by Vijay Kumar, Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Two people working in a mostly dark room building a laser set up.

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 18

#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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 18

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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 18

#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

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Sussex Researcher School - Postgraduate Researchers @sussexpgrs.bsky.social · Jun 17

#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

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