Ruth Winden
@ruthwinden.bsky.social
#Careers with #Research Consultant @ University of Leeds | Fascinated by all things work and careers | European based in Sheffield | Facilitator | Adventurer at ❤️
Give our Research Culture Uncovered podcast a listen https://research-culture.captivate
Give our Research Culture Uncovered podcast a listen https://research-culture.captivate
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It’s just one hour to go to get your typing fingers ready :) Read the blog lthechat.com/2025/11/14/l... and follow the hashtag #LTHEchat. It’s that easy.
LTHEChat 344: AdvanceHE fellowship: what are the benefits for different educator roles and how can we evidence our practice?
Join us on Bluesky with guest Rich Bale (@richbale.bsky.social) on Wednesday, 19th November 2025 at 20:00 GMT The Professional Standards Framework (PSF) and gaining professional recognition through…
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November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
It’s just one hour to go to get your typing fingers ready :) Read the blog lthechat.com/2025/11/14/l... and follow the hashtag #LTHEchat. It’s that easy.
This was such a thought-provoking conversation!
"Reclaiming Your Research Career after Maternity Leave"
with Dr Elizabeth Faulkner (Keele) and Dr Cathal Rogers (Manchester).
Give it a listen ... and read the accompanying research article (link in show notes).
#ResearchCulture #HE #Careers
"Reclaiming Your Research Career after Maternity Leave"
with Dr Elizabeth Faulkner (Keele) and Dr Cathal Rogers (Manchester).
Give it a listen ... and read the accompanying research article (link in show notes).
#ResearchCulture #HE #Careers
💭In this new episode of the #ResearchCultureUncovered podcast, @ruthwinden.bsky.social chats to Dr Elizabeth Faulkner & Dr Cathal Rogers about exploring systemic inequalities in UK HE for researchers returning after maternity leave, why support matters & what needs to change.
(Episode 138) Reclaiming Your Research Career After Maternity Leave
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November 19, 2025 at 1:57 PM
This was such a thought-provoking conversation!
"Reclaiming Your Research Career after Maternity Leave"
with Dr Elizabeth Faulkner (Keele) and Dr Cathal Rogers (Manchester).
Give it a listen ... and read the accompanying research article (link in show notes).
#ResearchCulture #HE #Careers
"Reclaiming Your Research Career after Maternity Leave"
with Dr Elizabeth Faulkner (Keele) and Dr Cathal Rogers (Manchester).
Give it a listen ... and read the accompanying research article (link in show notes).
#ResearchCulture #HE #Careers
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At a time when humanities and social science courses are facing severe cutbacks I’ll be mounting a defence of them and their role in shaping a better future at this lecture at De Montfort University on 27 November. All welcome
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Shaping a Brighter Future
The first event in our Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Lecture Series, delivered by Hetan Shah, Chief Executive, The British Academy
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November 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
At a time when humanities and social science courses are facing severe cutbacks I’ll be mounting a defence of them and their role in shaping a better future at this lecture at De Montfort University on 27 November. All welcome
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shaping-a-...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shaping-a-...
💨☀️Where there's a will, there's a way ☀️💨
Two-thirds of California's power comes from clean energy.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
For 9 in 10 days so far this year, we were 100% powered for some part of the day by clean energy.
The Golden State has become the world's fourth-largest economy because of our climate leadership, not in spite of it.
November 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
💨☀️Where there's a will, there's a way ☀️💨
Something we can only dream off, in the UK.
The Deutschland-Ticket provides unlimited travel on regional public transport across Germany for a low monthly fee (currently €58/month).
The German parliament has voted to secure ticket’s funding until at least the end of 2030.
The German parliament has voted to secure ticket’s funding until at least the end of 2030.
November 7, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Something we can only dream off, in the UK.
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Does German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies?
In this talk we will explore where these attitudes come from and if there is any truth.
Booking on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ta...
In this talk we will explore where these attitudes come from and if there is any truth.
Booking on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ta...
November 3, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Does German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies?
In this talk we will explore where these attitudes come from and if there is any truth.
Booking on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ta...
In this talk we will explore where these attitudes come from and if there is any truth.
Booking on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/ta...
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The richest man on earth owns X.
The second richest man on earth is about to acquire TikTok and his family could soon own both Paramount and Warner Bros.
The third richest man owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
The fourth richest man owns The Washington Post.
See the problem here?
The second richest man on earth is about to acquire TikTok and his family could soon own both Paramount and Warner Bros.
The third richest man owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
The fourth richest man owns The Washington Post.
See the problem here?
October 25, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The richest man on earth owns X.
The second richest man on earth is about to acquire TikTok and his family could soon own both Paramount and Warner Bros.
The third richest man owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
The fourth richest man owns The Washington Post.
See the problem here?
The second richest man on earth is about to acquire TikTok and his family could soon own both Paramount and Warner Bros.
The third richest man owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
The fourth richest man owns The Washington Post.
See the problem here?
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Happening now at #VitaeCon2025 the panel 'Approaches to evidencing the impact of researcher development' with speakers Dr Anna Seabourne, Dr Karen Clegg, Martin Edmondson, Dr Sophie Morris and Dr Robin Mellors-Bourne.
September 23, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Happening now at #VitaeCon2025 the panel 'Approaches to evidencing the impact of researcher development' with speakers Dr Anna Seabourne, Dr Karen Clegg, Martin Edmondson, Dr Sophie Morris and Dr Robin Mellors-Bourne.
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We're having a great time on day 2 of #VitaeCon2025 - fantastic talk from Dr Julie Bayley, and a Prosper shout-out from our long-standing collaborator Dr Anne Marie Sowerbutts at The University of Manchester
September 23, 2025 at 11:44 AM
We're having a great time on day 2 of #VitaeCon2025 - fantastic talk from Dr Julie Bayley, and a Prosper shout-out from our long-standing collaborator Dr Anne Marie Sowerbutts at The University of Manchester
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I need a #mathematician to help with a project. Ideally UK-based.
I've emailed a few folks in my uni, but none replied...
Anyone interested?
My need is nonlinear modelling of brain and muscle signals, optimisation, decomposition.
Anyone?
I've emailed a few folks in my uni, but none replied...
Anyone interested?
My need is nonlinear modelling of brain and muscle signals, optimisation, decomposition.
Anyone?
September 9, 2025 at 6:13 PM
I need a #mathematician to help with a project. Ideally UK-based.
I've emailed a few folks in my uni, but none replied...
Anyone interested?
My need is nonlinear modelling of brain and muscle signals, optimisation, decomposition.
Anyone?
I've emailed a few folks in my uni, but none replied...
Anyone interested?
My need is nonlinear modelling of brain and muscle signals, optimisation, decomposition.
Anyone?
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I need better assistants. These two are lazy.
July 10, 2025 at 8:12 PM
I need better assistants. These two are lazy.
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Globally, roughly a third more power is being generated from the sun this spring than last. If this exponential rate of growth can continue, we will soon live in a very different world, @billmckibben.bsky.social writes.
4.6 Billion Years On, the Sun Is Having a Moment
In the past two years, without much notice, solar power has begun to truly transform the world’s energy system.
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July 9, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Globally, roughly a third more power is being generated from the sun this spring than last. If this exponential rate of growth can continue, we will soon live in a very different world, @billmckibben.bsky.social writes.
This was such a fun conversation with my colleague Dr Susan Donkin.
We are equally passionate about engaging with our postdoc community at @universityofleeds.bsky.social, and giving them a platform to be heard.
And it shows ... 😊
#ResearchCultureUncovered
We are equally passionate about engaging with our postdoc community at @universityofleeds.bsky.social, and giving them a platform to be heard.
And it shows ... 😊
#ResearchCultureUncovered
🚀 How can a simple newsletter help transform research culture for postdocs?
We dove into that Q with Ruth Winden & Dr. Susan Donkin on the #ResearchCultureUncovered Podcast. Here’s what we learned.👇
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We dove into that Q with Ruth Winden & Dr. Susan Donkin on the #ResearchCultureUncovered Podcast. Here’s what we learned.👇
player.captivate.fm/episode/efbe...
@ruthwinden.bsky.social
(Episode 119) The Pathfinder Project - Giving Postdocs a Voice & Changing Research Culture Along the Way
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June 18, 2025 at 2:20 PM
This was such a fun conversation with my colleague Dr Susan Donkin.
We are equally passionate about engaging with our postdoc community at @universityofleeds.bsky.social, and giving them a platform to be heard.
And it shows ... 😊
#ResearchCultureUncovered
We are equally passionate about engaging with our postdoc community at @universityofleeds.bsky.social, and giving them a platform to be heard.
And it shows ... 😊
#ResearchCultureUncovered
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On the 24th of June, we’ll be at the Light Building (Level 7) at Leeds University with LMS.
Don’t miss your chance to meet the team, stop by for a chat, or discuss any laboratory equipment needs you may have.
There might even be a treat or two waiting for you at our stand!
Don’t miss your chance to meet the team, stop by for a chat, or discuss any laboratory equipment needs you may have.
There might even be a treat or two waiting for you at our stand!
June 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
On the 24th of June, we’ll be at the Light Building (Level 7) at Leeds University with LMS.
Don’t miss your chance to meet the team, stop by for a chat, or discuss any laboratory equipment needs you may have.
There might even be a treat or two waiting for you at our stand!
Don’t miss your chance to meet the team, stop by for a chat, or discuss any laboratory equipment needs you may have.
There might even be a treat or two waiting for you at our stand!
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If you have some used stamps to send to a charity, here’s one that would welcome them… 💌
May 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
If you have some used stamps to send to a charity, here’s one that would welcome them… 💌
A little update on my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraiser:
My walking training is going well.
My fundraising is going even better.
Am truly humbled, chuffed, gob smacked ...
I'm at ALMOST £1,600!
🙏 THANK YOU ALL 🙏
Should I aim for £2,000?
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
My walking training is going well.
My fundraising is going even better.
Am truly humbled, chuffed, gob smacked ...
I'm at ALMOST £1,600!
🙏 THANK YOU ALL 🙏
Should I aim for £2,000?
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
Ruth's Charity Walk along Hadrian's Wall
10 years ago, I lost my beloved father, Richard Maria Winden, to cancer. By the time he got diagnosed, it was too late. He died within a few months.
Every day I think of him. Every day I miss him. Ev...
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May 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A little update on my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraiser:
My walking training is going well.
My fundraising is going even better.
Am truly humbled, chuffed, gob smacked ...
I'm at ALMOST £1,600!
🙏 THANK YOU ALL 🙏
Should I aim for £2,000?
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
My walking training is going well.
My fundraising is going even better.
Am truly humbled, chuffed, gob smacked ...
I'm at ALMOST £1,600!
🙏 THANK YOU ALL 🙏
Should I aim for £2,000?
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
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Very pleased to say we will be hosting this year's National Postdoctoral Conference on Thursday 18th September. Open to early career researchers across all disciplines. People can register their interest here www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/natio...
Early Career Researcher Network: National Postdoctoral Conference
The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network is delighted to host the National Postdoctoral Conference on Thursday, 18th September 2025.
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May 12, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Very pleased to say we will be hosting this year's National Postdoctoral Conference on Thursday 18th September. Open to early career researchers across all disciplines. People can register their interest here www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/natio...
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Happy 99th birthday to the man who gave voice to the wild. 🎉
Sir David Attenborough, thank you for a lifetime dedicated to the natural world, and for sharing its story with wisdom, wonder, and grace.
You've inspired generations to fall in love with nature.
Sir David Attenborough, thank you for a lifetime dedicated to the natural world, and for sharing its story with wisdom, wonder, and grace.
You've inspired generations to fall in love with nature.
May 8, 2025 at 7:09 AM
Happy 99th birthday to the man who gave voice to the wild. 🎉
Sir David Attenborough, thank you for a lifetime dedicated to the natural world, and for sharing its story with wisdom, wonder, and grace.
You've inspired generations to fall in love with nature.
Sir David Attenborough, thank you for a lifetime dedicated to the natural world, and for sharing its story with wisdom, wonder, and grace.
You've inspired generations to fall in love with nature.
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Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions - rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking steps to make sure students can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and mutual respect. Let’s hope others follow suit.
April 15, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Harvard has set an example for other higher-ed institutions - rejecting an unlawful and ham-handed attempt to stifle academic freedom, while taking steps to make sure students can benefit from an environment of intellectual inquiry, rigorous debate and mutual respect. Let’s hope others follow suit.
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"On Tyranny" is a #1 NYT bestseller again. I wish the moment were different. But I’m glad the book is useful. And grateful for all the kind words about putting the 20 lessons to work.
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snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
Twenty Lessons, read by John Lithgow
Key selections from On Tyranny, for viewing and sharing
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April 12, 2025 at 5:33 PM
"On Tyranny" is a #1 NYT bestseller again. I wish the moment were different. But I’m glad the book is useful. And grateful for all the kind words about putting the 20 lessons to work.
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
snyder.substack.com/p/twenty-les...
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April 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
If only we can have some sunshine too ...
⬇️ this is where I'll be walking at the end of June, for my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraising trek.
Starting at #Haltwhistle.
10 weeks left to train 💪😊💪
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
⬇️ this is where I'll be walking at the end of June, for my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraising trek.
Starting at #Haltwhistle.
10 weeks left to train 💪😊💪
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
April 12, 2025 at 2:48 PM
If only we can have some sunshine too ...
⬇️ this is where I'll be walking at the end of June, for my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraising trek.
Starting at #Haltwhistle.
10 weeks left to train 💪😊💪
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...
⬇️ this is where I'll be walking at the end of June, for my @cancerresearchuk.org fundraising trek.
Starting at #Haltwhistle.
10 weeks left to train 💪😊💪
fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/ruths-c...