Catalyst connector- notice board by NCCPE https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9 If you are interested in connecting with other catalysts with a view to collaborating or consulting each other then please feel free to post below. Feel free to include your name and email address so that other catalysts can get in touch. If you would prefer not to share your email address here please email nccpecatalysts@uwe.ac.uk and we will make the email introduction. Do not share the link to this noticeboard with anyone outside of the catalyst group. en-us 2025-03-10 16:01:24 UTC 2025-05-15 14:14:01 UTC hello@padlet.com Example nccpeenquiries1 https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3359165710 Hi, I am Cat the Catalyst,

I am interested in running a consultation in my region of the UK on the theme of 'Research in the future' I would like to explore funding and payment structures to enable collaborative research.

Is anyone else interested in this? Perhaps we could work together in some way?

Best wishes

Catthecatalyst@organisation.org

]]> 2025-03-10 16:17:36 UTC https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3359165710 Zombie Ants and Virtual Reality https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3364545439 Hi, I'm William. I'm currently finishing a MSCA fellowship in the Netherlands and looking to move to the UK for a Lecturer/Assistant Professor position and want to get a head start on building an outreach network. I do a lot of public talks about zombie ants and the use of science in zombie films, and I have also created a virtual reality game about zombie ants (alpha version freely available on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2416150/Zombie_Ants_VR/, full version available June 1st). A lot of my outreach efforts are built around the idea of gamification of biology education and getting the public interested in science topics. So if you are interested in using virtual reality for outreach, or if you have any information about ongoing projects in the UK based around technology or the gamification of Biology topics, I'd love to hear from you. I'd also be glad to participate in any talks about zombie science.


]]> 2025-03-13 11:22:40 UTC https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3364545439 The Role of Arts & Design Practice and Methodology https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3364548853 Hi - Justine here. Im very interested in the role of Practice Research, particularly in Arts, Design and Cultural studies, and how this e.g. contributes to the critical thinking function of our 2045 Uni vision. Im interested not only in how these practices enable communication and public engagement, but also how they can sit at the heart of research (and teaching) processes. Im based at University of Westminster, however I don't see this as bound by geographical location - rather a community of practice that benefits from sharing different regional perspectives.

]]> 2025-03-13 11:24:51 UTC https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3364548853 Reward and Recognition - Integrating Engaged Research into Researcher Careers https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3376703757 Hi, I'm Michaela Livingstone-Banks, Head of PCER for the Maths, Physical and Life Sciences Division at the University of Oxford. I've been working on a project that seeks to develop practical criteria and guidance for recognising and embedding engaged research within the Academic Career and Recognition Framework (ACRF, which aims to enhance academic career paths, workload management, and recognition for teaching and research staff) in the MPLS Division context. By evidencing and rewarding engaged research, the initiative aims to ensure that engaged research is valued and recognised within research careers to incentivise meaningful collaborations with public communities, policymakers, and industry, ultimately enhancing research quality, promoting responsible practices, and generating broader societal benefits. In brief: making engagement count in ways that matter to researchers in tangible ways that will enable greater time and consideration (so going beyond good will). I've been doing some desk research, talking to Universities who include engaged research within their academic career frameworks/pathways and will be hosting a series of workshops with key stakeholders to co-develop criteria. We'll also hopefully pilot and/or refine these criteria with engaged departments, and host a round-table with representatives from other Universities. I would love a) to involve anyone who is keen share their insights and expertise as part of this process and b) share what we come up with. Or anything else around reward and recognition. Interested or have questions? Please drop me a line: michaela.livingstone@mpls.ox.ac.uk

]]> 2025-03-21 13:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3376703757 Students in the Engaged University https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3379240692 Hi, I'm Emily, a PhD Student from the University of Southampton and my research is on student KE within the curriculum. I want to connect with more people who are interested in exploring how students fit into the engaged futures catalyst work. Whether it is within the curriculum, or extra curricula, please get in touch! My email is e.bastable@soton.ac.uk

]]> 2025-03-24 09:36:46 UTC https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3379240692 Interesting in Environmental Sustainability https://padlet.com/nccpeenquiries1/hdsoaefi7lcyu5t9/wish/3452632123 As a wildlife conservation charity we are keen to sharpen the focus towards the changing landscape of environmental responsibility and speak with academics and non-academics involved in HE.


pmathis@rzss.org.uk

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