PGR Development (University of Liverpool)

🎉 WriteFest 2025 is here!
Join us this November for a month-long celebration of academic writing, supported by The Academy:
💻 Virtual “Shut Up and Write” retreats
🏛️ In-person sessions for staff & PGRs
🔗 Explore the full programme & register: www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/d...

#WriteFest2025

𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧: Join us for this online workshop to explore the practicalities of thesis writing, including planning techniques, appropriate writing style and how to make writing more productive.
Interested? Book now: pgrdevprog2526_thesiswritingbootcamplatestage_nov25.eventbrite.co.uk

𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧: Our next PGR Writing Retreat will take place on Tuesday 04 November 2025! Do you need the time, distraction-free to write what you need to write? This is the perfect opportunity. Book now: pgrdevprog2526_writingretreat_nov25.eventbrite.co.uk

There are lots of exciting opportunities and events during October, part of the PGR Development Programme 25-26. Check out our programme here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p...
#October #PGR #Development

🌍 #LiverpoolPGRS! Imagine the impact you can make! LEAP equips PGRs with the skills to lead in academia, industry, or the community. It's time to take the lead in shaping the future. www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p... @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social

🎓 Calling all PGRs at @LivUni ***New PGR development session 30th September “Uncovering your skills for now and whatever is next” Join us and find out how your PhD skills are in demand across multiple sectors! 🌟
pgrdevprog2526_prosperforpgrs.eventbrite.co.uk
@uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social

🎓 Calling all PGRs at @LivUni! LEAP is an opportunity like no other to unleash your potential, develop leadership skills, and make a difference. Join the ranks of future leaders! 🌟 www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p... @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social

🎓 2025-26 Programme now available!

The Academy has launched the 2025–26 PGR Development Programme: free workshops, webinars, boot camps, and more to support your research journey.

📅 Sept–Dec sessions now open!
🔗 www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p...
📩 researcher@liverpool.ac.uk

#PGRDevelopment

The PGR-Postdoc Buddy Scheme 2025 is now open for sign-ups! Whether you're a PGR looking to connect or a postdoc wanting to give back, this scheme is a great way to build community, share experiences, and grow professionally.

Details here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p...

🌟 UoL PGRs, do you want to learn more about the publishing and peer review process for STEM journals? Come to our 45 min webinar covering:
• Editor roles
• Responding to critical feedback
• Role of peer reviewers
...and much more!🌟
pgrdevprog2526_publishingandpeerreview.eventbrite.co.uk

Our UoL 2025 3MT® Winner Stephanie Thomson is now recording her video in the studio with the CIE for submission to the national UK 3MT® quarter finals hosted by Vitae! Best of luck to Stephanie for the next stage of the competition. @uolhsspgr.bsky.social

3MT® Final!

And that's a wrap! Thank you to everyone who followed our feed for the competition.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

After a great day with nine fantastic presentations from our three faculties HSS, HLS and HSE.

Closing remarks by the director of the Academy Dr James Howard.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

And the winner of the UoL 3MT® Final 2025 is

………….

Stephanie Thomson!

Massive congratulations, and a fantastic presentation!

Awarded by Dr Martha Beard from Vitae!

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Huge congratulations to Rukin Khalaf as this years 3MT® Judges Runner up!

Awarded by Dr Martha Beard from Vitae!

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Huge congratulations to Bethany Facer. as this years 3MT® Peoples Choice Vote Winner.

Awarded by Dr Matthew Greenall!

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our workshop is now underway with Dr Jamie Gallagher Getting Social: Researchers and Social Media

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our People’s Choice Vote is now underway. The audience are voting for their favourite presentation!

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Lucien Tuinstra from SE with his presentation

“Collagen in Bone Fossils”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Bethany Facer from HLS with her presentation

“Back to the Brain: Mapping Parkinson’s Pathways”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Stephanie Thomson from HSS with her presentation

“Femtech fertility ads: selling the illusion of reproductive control”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Farkhondeh Vahdati from HSS with her presentation

“Holographic Construction in Design for Disassembly of Shekili-inspired emergency shelters”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Farah Isse Mumin from HLS with his presentation

“Pandemics Begin in Communities — So Should Prevention”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Sharon Cooksey from HSS with her presentation

“Feel the fear .... and do it anyway?”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our next 3MT® finalist is Rukun Khalaf from HLS with her presentation

“Mother's Nature: the environment and pregnancy”.

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Our first 3MT® finalist is Adefola Toye from HSS with her presentation

“How do you build universities for a new nation?”

#LivUni3MT

3MT® Final!

Live final now underway with our welcome speech from Vice Chancellor Professor Tim Jones!

#LivUni3MT

#LivUni #PGRs

The Academy is proud to be hosting the University of Liverpool’s 3MT® Final 2025 today!

We will be posting live throughout the day!

Our 8 finalists representing the three faculties HLS, HSS and SE will compete today for this years overall competition winner!
#LivUni3MT

🌟 Join us for the PGR Walk & Connect! 🌟

Take a break, get some fresh air, and connect with fellow PGR students. 🚶‍♂️🌳

📅 Date: Friday 13 June 2025

Register now: pgrdevprog2425_walkconnect.eventbrite.co.uk

#PGRWalkAndConnect #Networking #StudentLife #Wellbeing

See you there! 😊

#LivUni #PGRs

Tickets now open for the 2025 3MT® Final! Come along to support your colleagues as they compete for this prestigious public engagement award! You’ll also be able to network and build your skills at this exciting event.

To book your place visit:
uol_3mtcomp2025.eventbrite.co.uk