Research Culture Uncovered

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? In the milestone 100th episode of the Research Culture Uncovered podcast, host Emma Spary and her co-hosts Ged Hall, Ruth Winden, Nick Sheppard, Taryn Bell, Emily Goodall, and Heledd Jarosz-Griffiths review a particularly eventful year.The podcast celebrates winning the Vitae Impact Culture and Engagement Award, welcoming new team members, and the retirement of Tony Bromley. Each host shares personal highlights from 2024 and their predictions for 2025.Each host shares personal highlights from 2024, including expansions in career support, successful fellowship programs, earning UKCGE accreditation and supporting others to apply, attendance at key conferences, and launching the University of Leeds Open Research Hub.The discussion then shifts to predictions for 2025, with the main topics including:helping researchers to deal with the uncertainty around careers and encouraging them to spend time on their career planningthe changes and challenges in the higher education sector funding landscape and the implementation of narrative CVsthe implications of a new UK government for researcha new researcher development framework from Vitae and the need for health, wellbeing and mentoring for researchersthe role Open Research will play in REF2029the impact of AI in researchthe upcoming REF changes with the inclusion of the people, culture and environment statements. Several links were mentioned in this episode:Vitae Impact, Culture and Engagement AwardUniversity of Leeds Fellowship AcceleratorUK Council for Graduate Education Supervisor Recognition SchemeUniversity of Leeds Open Research HubAESIS ConferenceLIBER ConferenceResearch Excellence Framework 2029All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on

In this episode, host Dr Emily Goodall explores the transformative role of preprints and advocacy in research culture change with special guest Dr Jonny Coates, Associate Director of ASAPbio. They discuss how preprints could reshape the publishing landscape, support early career researchers, and drive positive changes in research culture.🔑 Key Takeaways:Transforming scientific publishing: Preprints prioritise research quality over journal prestige, giving authors more control, boosting collaboration, and increasing research visibility.Supporting early career researchers: By accelerating the dissemination of findings, preprints offer significant benefits to early career researchers. Institutional changes, such as preprint-friendly policies and hiring criteria that prioritise research quality over where the work is published, are essential.The ASAPbio Fellows program: This global training program helps participants develop advocacy and communication skills while learning about the role of preprints. Open to individuals at all career stages and those in non-academic roles, it offers the opportunity to connect with a supportive community passionate about open research practices.The role of people and communities in shaping the future: Lasting change comes from individuals driving initiatives within their communities, highlighting the growing momentum to improve research culture.Tune in to learn how preprints and advocacy are helping to reshape research culture for the better.🔍 Resources mentioned in this episode:ASAPbio preprint resource centerASAPbio fellows program information, applications for 2025 are open now until 10th FebruaryConverting journal clubs to preprint review clubs The SPARC unbundling profiles series seeks to support libraries that may consider unbundling from a journal package (or cancelling altogether)

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking: What is Research Culture and why does it matter? In this week’s #ResearchCultureUncovered episode, Ruth Winden speaks to Associate Professor and Academic Lead for Career Development, Lynne McKeown, about leading the LICAMM Careers Academies at the University of Leeds. We go into detail of her successful initiative to agree 10 days' career development time per annum, for everyone in her Institute. (LICAMM = Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular Metabolic Medicine)🔍 Career Development in the LICAMM InstituteImportance of Career Development for all staff, irrespective of their rolesThe rationale behind this approach - to honour the collective approach to staff development. This means ensuring that everyone feels valued and that everyone has the same opportunities for personal and professional growth.🔍 Lynn’s Approach and InitiativesInception of Lynn's role as Academic Lead for the LICAMM Career Development AcademiesHer emphasis on inclusivity of career development support for all cohorts and aligning the initiative with the School of Medicine and Faculty's research culture and EDI policies at the University of Leeds 🔍 Importance and Impact of Career Development EntitlementWhat is the UK Researcher Development Concordat and its entitlement of 10 days for career development for postdocsThe reasoning behind the expansion of the Concordat’s principles to other cohorts of staff Resources: https://researcherdevelopmentconcordat.ac.uk/https://medicinehealth.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-institute-cardiovascular-metabolic-medicineAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on LinkedIn)Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on LinkedIn)Research co-production

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? In this week’s #ResearchCultureUncovered episode, Dr Taryn Bell takes on the tricky subject of failure. How do we talk about failure in academia? Who is given the space to fail? And what can we do to support our research communities in navigating failure?Taryn is joined on this episode by Dr Anna Pilz, Dr Johanna Stadlbauer, Dr Darcey Gillie and Professor Leila Jancovich. They share their thoughts and their experiences of developing tools, resources and frameworks to help researchers think more deeply about failure.🔍 Key Takeaways: The inequities involved in failure, and who we allow to failThe power of talking about failure openly and honestlyThe need to deal with the emotional, as well as the practical, elements of failureThe need to lean away from the instinctive desire to ‘fix’ things🔍 Resources mentioned in this episode:Failure Repository - add your own examples to the list!Darcey Gillie - Failure: We're doing it wrongFailSpace Project - including resources and printable versions of the frameworkAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on LinkedIn)Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on LinkedIn)Research co-productionResearch LeadershipResearch EvaluationConnect to us or leave us a review on LinkedIn: @ResearchUncoveredPodcast (new episodes are announced here)Follow us on Bluesky:

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? In this episode Dr Emma Spary talks to Dr Karen Hinxman about her new role as the Head of the White Rose University Consortium. Karen shares her extensive background in academia and research development, her transition to her current role, and the consortium's mission to enable people to thrive across the Universities of Leeds, Sheffield, and York. We discuss the consortium's focus areas, including career development, fostering communities, research culture, celebrating successes, and leading impactful projects. Karen outlines various initiatives like the Equity Leadership Program, the Prosper Cohort, and the Crucible Program, all designed to support diverse, interdisciplinary collaboration and career progression. The main messages include:Wanting the consortium to be people focussed and community ledThe wider remit to include professional service / research professional colleagues in the communityHow the consortium adds value, delivers practical solutions, and complements existing efforts across our institutionsHow our institutions should learn from each other and share best practiceWays to get in touch, find out more and access the openly available resources being createdKaren mentions several links in this episode including:White Rose University ConsortiumThe Prosper Postdoc Careers portalREDS conferenceResearcher Development ConcordatResearchers14Contact email info@whiterose.ac.ukAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on

In this episode, host Ruth Winden speaks to Claire Brockett, Professor of BioMechanics at the University of Sheffield about becoming an academic leader whilst staying true to herself. Claire openly shares the lessons she has learnt in becoming an academic who does excellent research AND who makes the professional and personal development of the next generation of engineers a priority.Key Takeaways:Empowering Leadership & Authenticity: Claire emphasises the importance of staying true to oneself in academic leadership roles. She describes how she balances research priorities with fostering a supportive community, valuing compassion, and individual growth in academic teaching and research. Supporting PhD Students: Claire's compassionate support for PhD students—particularly during challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic—highlights her dual role as both an organisational representative and a mentor who offers pastoral guidance.Balancing Work and Personal Life: She shares insightful strategies for maintaining a balance between different academic priorities, including setting personal boundaries, negotiating workload, and guiding students towards self-reliance to enhance their learning outcomes.Learn more about Claire's work and impact from her University of Sheffield profile and LinkedIn profile. All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on LinkedIn)Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on LinkedIn)Research co-productionResearch LeadershipResearch EvaluationConnect to us or leave us a review on LinkedIn:

As a podcast about podcasting this week's episode is a little bit 'meta'.It is a recording from one of the Libraries Open Lunch series of online talks with a panel of experts discussing the role of podcasting in research culture and communications.Research Culture Uncovered's own Ged Hall was one of four panellists along with representatives from three other podcasts:Research Adjacent is hosted by Sarah McLusky, an independent consultant who interviews research-adjacent professionals about what they do and how they contribute to making research successful and impactful.The Leeds University Business School (LUBS) Research and innovation podcast is produced by Hannah Preston, Research Communications Manager from Leeds University Business School, and features the latest thinking on a wide range of business issues, with expert commentary from academics and postgraduate researchers.The Business of Policy Making is another LUBS podcast that Hannah has developed with host by Dr Jana Javornik, Associate Professor of Work and Employment Relations in the Business School, to help demystify the world of policymaking, debunk some myths about the evidence-based policymaking process, and shine a light on the impact academic research can have on policy.The event was chaired by Andy Tattersall, Information Specialist in the School of Medicine and Population Health at the University of Sheffield. An experienced research communication professional, Andy hosts the SCHARR Communicable Research Podcast and offers training on how to create a successful podcast.In addition to this podcast you can read a blog about the event over on the Library blog (along with an archive of previous talks in the Open Lunch series).Other podcasts mentioned in this episode:Research Records podcastThe Life of Breath podcastThe Academic Adventures PodcastFast Track Impact podcastHow to Fix podcastResearch Co-Culture PodcastAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists: Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on

In our regular Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter?In this episode, host Ged Hall dives into the fun and efficient “Impact Clinic” with experts Giovanna Lima, Esther De Smet and Áine Mhic Thaidhg. Key Takeaways:🌍 Scaling and integrating innovative methods like the "Impact Clinic" can create amore engaging and supportive research culture.💡 Co-production and iterative development of solutions for challenges can be fun and efficient through ideas like the “Impact Clinic”!🏆 There is a really big international research impact community that you can be part of and can help you to develop your ideas and expertise.You can connect with Giovanna via LinkedIn, Esther via LinkedIn and Áine via LinkedIn Links and initiatives mentioned in the episode:RM Roadmap – Session 3 on the Knowledge and Community Platform Career Development Framework is open between 14th November and 19th December 2024.EARMAImpact thematic groupINORMS Research Impact and Stakeholder Engagement Working Group ENLIGHT Alliance covering Study, Teaching and Learning, Research and Innovation, and Cities and Communities. With the Repository of Good Practices on Research Impact, the Impact Assessment Toolkit, and the bi-annual Impact Conference (scheduled for 27/28th March 2025 in Groningen). Find out more via Impact at ENLIGHT.Erasmus Rotterdam University’s Impact ToolboxUniversity of Galway’s Reflections on Research Impact (including Saskia Walcott)University of Galway’s Research Impact ToolkitUniversity of Galway’s Research Impact Seminar SeriesGhent University’s Impact StrategyAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists: Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn) Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on

This week, Heledd Jarosz-Griffiths in their debut episode as host chats Kay Guccione from the University of Glasgow about reaching an incredible milestone of 10 years of the Researcher Education and Development Scholarship (REDS) conference.With a wealth of experience in doctoral education, mentoring, research community building, and more, Kay shared her invaluable insights and the fascinating journey of REDS over the past decade.Key takeaways:The Origins of REDS: Kay Guccione shares how the Researcher Education and Development Scholarship (REDS) conference started in 2014, highlighting the need for a conference that supports researcher development professionals in understanding how to research and publish their work effectively.The Impact of COVID-19 on REDS: The shift to an online format due to the pandemic significantly increased global participation, making the conference more accessible and cost-effective. Kay emphasises the benefits and challenges of maintaining a virtual format.The Evolution of REDS Themes: The importance of addressing current topics in researcher development, such as inclusivity, supervision, and research culture, and how these themes have evolved to meet the changing landscape of higher education.Future Goals for REDS: Kay discusses plans for the future, including formalizing the conference's mission statement, enhancing accessibility, securing seed funding for research, and opening up advisory board positions to ensure the event continues to grow and serve the community effectively.The Community's Role: The significance of community involvement in shaping REDS, including the use of a Padlet to gather ideas for future conference themes and the potential for establishing a REDS blog to support ongoing scholarship and collaboration among researcher development professionals.Links, resources and initiatives mentioned in the episode: Researcher Education and Development Scholarship ConferenceUK Council for Graduate Education (UKCGE)Society for Research into Higher Education (SRHE)AdvanceHEKay Guccione Interests and PublicationsSupervising PhDs blogThe Auditorium Blog (from the Research Culture and Researcher Development Team at Glasgow)

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? This episode is part of Season 9, where we join host Dr Tony Bromley speaking to 3 guests from Australia. Our guests Natasha Kitano, Kirsten Baird-Bate and Owen Forbes share the wellbeing initiatives for postgraduate researchers at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). They explore the HDR writers' wellbeing lounge, a supportive space created to connect researchers, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The main topics include:mental health resilienceQUT’s holistic health strategiesthe transition to online resourcesThe guests share personal experiences of balancing PhD studies and family life, the benefits of communal writing spaces, and the importance of proactive wellbeing measures. The discussion shows the role of universities in enabling student-driven mental health advocacy and their plans to expand the initiative with hybrid models. All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on Twitter and LinkedIn)Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research co-productionResearch LeadershipResearch EvaluationFollow us on twitter: @ResDevLeeds (new episodes are announced here),

This week, Taryn Bell chats to Ines Hahn and Stuart Higgins from the University of York about what early career researchers can do to shape research culture.Ines and Stuart share their experiences, including how they got started, what motivates them, and what they think needs to be done to support ECRs who want to take an active role in transforming research culture.Key takeaways:The research culture initiatives in which Ines and Stuart have been involved have had an effect on their respective fields and institutions, but they’ve also had major benefits for their own careers and wellbeingIt’s important to be kind to yourself – don’t burn yourself out. Joining existing RC initiatives can make a big difference, without the pressure of taking the lead on everythingKey challenges have included: how to reach the right people, and how to convince senior figures to carve out space for these kinds of projectsBoth funders and senior leadership have a major role to play in encouraging research leaders to take research culture seriously, and get involved in research culture locally, nationally and internationally!Links, resources and initiatives mentioned in the episode:UK Postdoc Appreciation WeekScientists Not The Science: Being a Positive Role ModelAngela Saini - Inferior and SuperiorEnhancing Research Culture workshops at YorkAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on Twitter and LinkedIn)

In our Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? This episode is part of Season 9, but we go back to the format we used in Season 1 because 2 new hosts are joining the team. We get to hear more about them before they host seasons on their specialist topics. In this episode of Research Culture Uncovered, host Emma Spary introduces Dr Emily Goodall and Dr Heledd Jarosz-Griffiths, the newest members of the podcast team. Emily shares her background in research integrity and responsible research and innovation, while Heledd discusses her experience in PGR development and research leadership. Both share their personal interests, including Emily's hobby as an amateur genealogist and Heledd's pride in her Welsh heritage, and what they hope to bring to their podcast episodes. I ask them what they think the biggest challenges are for researchers, what we do well at Leeds, where they think things can improve. The main messages include:The complexity in academia with multiple responsibilities and expectations with changes often happening at onceHow research culture change can be slowThe importance of reward and recognition for ethics reviewers!Encouraging change and awareness in both postgraduate researchers and research leadersImportance of learning from successful models across schools and facultiesWhat will Emily be covering in her upcoming episodes:Thought-provoking conversations on ethics, integrity and responsible researchPractical advice and case studies for listenersOpening up discussions on questionable research practices and misconductWhat will Heledd be covering in her upcoming episodes:Starting with an interview with Kay Guccione on the REDS conferenceDiscussions on leadership challenges and journeysExploration of the emotional side of researchImportance of wider networks and parent/carer support groupsBe sure to check out the other episodes in Season 1 to find out more about the hosts Emma Spary, Ged Hall, Tony Bromley and Nick Sheppard with a few special guest appearances.All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on

In our fortnightly Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter?In this episode, host Ged Hall dives into the fascinating world of academic innovation and investment with special guests Duncan Johnson, CEO of Northern Gritstone, and Andy Duley, Director of Commercialisation at the University of Leeds.Discover how Northern Gritstone, its founding universities (Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester) and shareholders are working towards creating a "Silicon Valley of the North" through delivering on its strapline ‘Profit with Purpose’. 🔑 Key takeaways:1. Creating science or technology spin-outs through academic inventions is not ‘just’ about the science or technology; it's about validated value propositions, teams and a support ‘infrastructure’ 2. Developing a successful ecosystem for spin-out companies requires collaboration among universities, investors, and other stakeholders, as well as a focus on talent development and early successes.3. Programs like NG Studios play a vital role in accelerating the development of academic founders and preparing early-stage businesses for success in the market.Links and initiatives mentioned in the episode:Connecting Capabilities FundDuncan mentioned the Otley Road – this is a road that runs north away from the University of Leeds through Headingley. Many of the university’s students live in this area and it has a wide range of pubs and nightlife.Beauhurst - source, extract and package data from thousands of locations to create the ultimate private UK company database.Nexus - A vibrant community for innovators and entrepreneurs.Leeds Innovation Arc - The Arc is a series of innovation neighbourhoods, formed around the natural anchors of our main universities, the proposed adult and children’s hospitals, and major private sector partners. Deputy Prime Minister Geoffrey Howe’s resignation speech – analysed in this Guardian articleDeep Tech LabsDavid Brailsford – marginal gains.You can find out more about Northern Gritstone via its website and LinkedIn page:www.northern-gritstone.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/northern-gritstoneAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists: Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)

In our regular Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter?In this episode, host Ged Hall dives into the transformative work of the Scottish Policy Research Exchange (SPRE), an organisation dedicated to developing a strategy and building a culture for engagement and decision-making in the Scottish knowledge ecosystem. Our guests, Catherine-Rose Stocks-Rankin and Dave Blackbell (SPRE Co-Directors), shared their invaluable experiences and the strategic initiatives SPRE is pursuing to support higher education institutions, governing bodies, and communities across Scotland.📌 **Key Takeaways:**- **Equity-Oriented Governance:** SPRE is deeply committed to equity and justice in its governance and is committed to helping inclusive decision-making processes that reflect a diverse range of perspectives and values across Scottish policy.- **Innovative Recruitment Practices:** The organisation’s recruitment process stands out for its transparency, accountability, and commitment to diversity. It seeks engagement and feedback from stakeholders, aiming for a mutual matching process.- **Holistic Capacity Building:** Beyond traditional training, SPRE emphasizes building relationships, understanding context, and facilitating conversations to enhance learning experiences and leverage the strengths of individuals and communities involved in their sessions.Links and initiatives mentioned in the episode:Scottish Policy & Research Exchange SPRE’s working document on a values-led intersectional praxisJoin SPRE’s Brokerage NetworkUniversities Policy Engagement Network (UPEN)Academy of Social SciencesConsultants supporting SPRE’s development:Briana Pegado author of ‘Make Good Trouble: A Practical Guide to the Energetics of Disruption’Ray Cooper from &BreathePaper on knowledge mobilisers’ competencies: Bayley, J.E., Phipps, D., Batac, M. and Stevens, E., (2018). Development of a framework for knowledge mobilisation and impact competencies. Evidence & Policy: A Journal of Research, Debate and Practice, 14(4), pp.725-738. https://doi.org/10.1332/174426417X14945838375124You can connect with SPRE on LinkedIn and their website (https://spre.scot/) where you can find information relating to the recruitment of the Co-director. SPRE is also on Twitter/X.All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:

In our regular Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking - "What is Research Culture and why does it matter?"This time, we focus on How Postdocs at Leeds Are Shaping Research Culture.Ruth Winden is speaking to three dedicated postdocs - Laurin McDowall, Jessica Swanson, and James Warren – who have just secured Research England funding for their innovative career development programme and compelling vision to change research culture. In contrast to researcher development initiatives that we have developed in close partnership with our researchers, this project is different: it is led by postdocs, for postdocs. This time, our role as researcher developers and research professionals from across the University is to contribute, consult and support to help these postdocs fulfil their vision.  Learn more about the thinking behind this project, the deliverables and especially the postdocs' motivation. What made this group take the lead in changing research culture?  Key Aims of the Project: - Signposting Career Development Resources: make the wide-ranging career development information and opportunities more accessible through centralised resource, in one easily navigable location. The emphasis is on helping postdocs, whatever their career stage, engage earlier, more easily and more consistently with their professional development when they have all the information they need at their fingertips. - Opening Doors for Professional Accreditations: facilitate access to professional bodies and certification courses, so postdocs gain recognition for their expertise – and the relevant qualifications to prove it. Examples will be gaining chartered status or project management qualifications, which are a career development asset for any researcher career path.  - Empowerment Through Collaboration: demonstrate the power of postdocs collaborating across faculties, engaging with university support systems, and taking the lead in their career development. For this group of postdocs, the project is a prime example of how their leadership can change the status quo for the better. Be inspired by our postdocs’ tenacity and motivation to make a difference.  We can't wait to see the positive impact this project will have on our research community over the next 12 months. And in summer 2025, we will come back onto the podcast and review the project outcomes, lessons learnt and future plans.   If you want to learn more about our guests, please visit their LinkedIn profiles:Dr James Warren | Dr Jessica Swanson | Dr Laurin McDowallFollow us on X: @ResDevLeeds (new episodes are announced here), @OpenResLeeds, @ResCultureLeeds  Connect to us on LinkedIn: @ResearchUncoveredPodcast (new episodes are announced here) Leeds Research Culture links: Researcher Development and Culture...

In this episode Nick speaks to colleagues at the LIBER 2024 Annual Conference which took place in Limassol, Cyprus from 3-5 July 2024. In three separate conversations we hear from Iain Hrynaszkiewicz, Director, Open Science Solutions at the Public Library of Science (PLOS), Laetitia Bracco, Head of the Research Data Support Service in the Bibliometrics Unit at the Université de Lorraine and Pedro Principe, Head of Scientific Information Management, Repositories and Open Science Division at University of Minho Documentation and Libraries Services.Along with Rachel Bruce, Head of Open Research at UKRI, Iain, Laetitia and Nick spoke on a panel at the conference, proposed by Iain and entitled "New approaches to measuring prevalence and impact of Open Science". The panel was moderated by Masud Khokhar, Librarian and Keeper of the Brotherton Collection at the University of Leeds. A full recording is available on YouTube.Pedro Principe is also working on monitoring Open Science through the PathOS project and ran a conference workshop that gave delegates the opportunity to provide feedback on the Handbook of Open Science Indicators proposed within PathOS projectOther links mentioned include:Open Research Indicators - UKRN Open Research ProgrammeOpen science monitoring initiative (OSMI)Call for inputs: Global Consultation on the Draft Principles of Open Science Monitoring (UNESCO) - OPEN UNTIL 30 November 2024French Open Science MonitorDid you know that you can listen to topic specific playlists? Here are the links:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn) Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn) Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and

In our fortnightly Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter?In this episode, Ruth Winden, the University's Careers with research Consultant, shares ideas for how we can help researchers feel more appreciated at work.She covers topics such as:🔹 **Embrace Core Values**: Establishing and living by the University of Leeds' four core values like collaboration, compassion, inclusivity, and integrity can create a positive and supportive research culture. Ensure these values guide our daily behaviours and interactions.🔹 **Encourage Self-Appreciation**: Help researchers recognise their own achievements and unique contributions. Encourage them to move past the fear of appearing boastful and own their successes. Remember, self-appreciation often leads to external appreciation.🔹 **Foster Appreciation Among Peers**: Create opportunities for researchers to show appreciation for each other's work. Simple exercises, such as sharing positive feedback, can greatly enhance the sense of community and mutual respect.🔹 **Ask for the Input and Feedback you need, from your superiors and colleagues**Professor Brené Brown's work is helpful for this topic, especially her recent book on managing emotions. Brené Brown: Atlas of The Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience; Penguin, London, 2021Did yo know that you can listen to topic specific playlists? Here are the links:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn) Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn) Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn) Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on Twitter and LinkedIn) Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on Twitter and LinkedIn) Research co-production Follow us on X: @ResDevLeeds (new episodes are...

In our fortnightly Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter?In this episode Ged Hall discusses the enlightening time he had at the Network for Advancing & Evaluating the Societal Impact of Science ‘Societal Impact of Scientific Research’ Conference in Dublin in June 2024. The conference dived deep into the impacts and future of research culture! 🌍🔥 Key Takeaways:- **Global Unity in Research Impact**: Despite differing contexts, the challenges and goals in advancing research impact are strikingly similar worldwide. We're all moving in the same direction and hitting the same bumps, from the UK to New Zealand and beyond.- **Relationships are Key**: Impact happens through collaborative and mutually beneficial relationships. As highlighted, incorporating diverse perspectives, including those of next users, could significantly enrich the conversation and outcomes of research impact.- **Evolving Dialogue**: The conversation around research impact has matured from "what is it?" to "how do we do it better?" The focus now is on doing it more equitably and efficiently, with a reduced negative toll on researchers and their communities.Attending the conference reaffirmed how far we’ve come and motivated Ged to push for even greater progress in research impact. Excited for what's next! 🚀In the episode, Ged or those he spoke to mentioned the following:Network for Advancing & Evaluating the Societal Impact of ScienceThe Future of Research Impact Culture (Research Culture Uncovered episode)The Emerald Handbook of Research Management and Administration around the WorldResearch Impact Summit hosted by Dr Tamika Heiden of the Research Impact Academy (Australia). Highly recommended and it is free.Coalition for Advancing Research AssessmentElsevier’s new Impact narrative AI toolPosts on LinkedIn and X (post one and post two) discussing the Elsevier toolCan you ever be an expert in research impact?UK Knowledge Mobilisation Forum and Research Impact CanadaAll of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists: Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on

Exciting News for Research Culture Uncovered! We are delighted to announce that the Research Culture Uncovered podcast has been shortlisted for Vitae's Research Culture Impact through Researcher Development Award! As we await the award ceremony on 23 September, we wanted to look back on our progress and the incredible community that has helped us get here. All the team are included on this short episode including Nick, who recorded his bit up a mountain, and Katie, our content manager, making her debut! Key Takeaways:Since our launch on 27 October 2022, we've released 81 episodes with over 8,500 unique downloads.Our podcast has reached 5,000 listeners across 81 countries, with top listener bases in the UK, US, Australia, and Germany.We owe our success to our brilliant guests and dedicated listeners who are committed to driving worldwide improvements in research culture.A huge thank you to our podcast coach, Michael Sharkey, for guiding us from idea to reality. And to all our guests and listeners -we couldn’t have done it without you! We will let you know if we win - fingers crossed!!All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on Twitter and LinkedIn)Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research co-productionResearch LeadershipResearch EvaluationFollow us on twitter:

In this week's episode of Research Culture Uncovered, Nick Sheppard speaks with Marcus Munafò, Professor of Biological Psychology at the University of Bristol and co-founder of the UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN).Formally launched in 2019, Marcus discusses how UKRN evolved over several years from discussions with colleagues including Lara Fortunato, Chris Chambers, Dorothy Bishop, and Malcolm Macleod. In this episode we talk about:The challenge of research reproducibility including publication bias and questionable research practices, and Marcus's own experiences during his PhD.Giving evidence to the House of Commons Science, Innovation, and Technology Committee, where he discussed publication bias, incentive structures, and the role of Registered Reports to improve research practices.How UKRN is structured, with local networks, institutional members, and a stakeholder engagement group to foster collaboration with funders, publishers, and other organisations.Promoting transparency in research processes across different disciplines and support for independent initiatives like ReproducibiliTea and RIOT Science Club.The development of similar initiatives in other countries and territories to address research quality issues worldwide.Links:The UK Reproducibility Network (website)Science and Technology Committee Wednesday 1 December 2021 - recording of oral evidence Reproducibility and Research Integrity - House of Commons Committee report, with recommendations to governmentIoannidis, J.P.A. (2005) ‘Why Most Published Research Findings Are False’, PLoS Medicine, 2(8). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.0020124 ReproducibiliTeaAfrican Reproducibility NetworkThis episode of Research Culture Uncovered © 2024 by Research Culturosity is licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0 All of our episodes can be accessed via the following playlists:Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)Open Research with Nick Sheppard (follow Nick on Twitter and LinkedIn)Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on