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Professor Anna Vignoles

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Director of the Leverhulme Trust and Fellow of British Academy. Formerly Professor of Education. All views are my own and retweets do not suggest endorsement.

Anna Frances Vignoles is a British educationalist and economist. She is the Director of the Leverhulme Trust, taking up her position in January 2021. Previously, she was Professor of Education and fellow of Jesus College at the University of Cambridge, where her research focused on the economic value of education and issues of equity in education. She was elected as a fellow of the British Academy in 2017. .. more

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Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 25d

So proud of this collection and thanks to @expeditions.bsky.social for putting this together. Our aim is not just to showcase excellent @leverhulme.ac.uk research but to also highlight the value of blue skies research and knowledge generally. More important than ever. Please do spread the word.

Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 25d

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with @expeditions.bsky.social, the Philip Leverhulme Prize Collection, highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge as widely as possible. Read more about this exciting partnership: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/EXPedit... @annavignoles.bsky.social

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Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 2h

A reminder that we have a great evening coming up on 17 November with some fabulous speakers talking about the importance of knowledge. With our partners @expeditions.bsky.social and 5x15

Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 11d

The Trust has joined forces with @expeditions.bsky.social to host a special evening on 17 November, featuring leading scholars Shantanu Das, Daisy Fancourt, Naoíse Mac Sweeney, Simon Reid-Henry and @tiffwattsmith.bsky.social to discuss the importance of knowledge in a changing world.

White text on black background: The Value of Knowledge in an Age of Disinformation. Six headshots of speakers. Logos: 5x15, Leverhulme Trust, EXPeditions.

Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 6d

In case you missed this, we have a fabulous evening lined up talking about the importance of research and knowledge. Seems very timely and great to partner with @expeditions.bsky.social and 5x15 ... Do come along.

www.5x15.com/events/5x15-...

Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 8d

Grants going 👇

The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 8d

We invite applications for British Academy/Leverhulme Senior Research Fellowships 2025. The scheme supports established and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences wishing to complete research through a sustained period of leave for one year. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3VMeTZ9

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 8d

We invite applications for British Academy/Leverhulme Senior Research Fellowships 2025. The scheme supports established and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences wishing to complete research through a sustained period of leave for one year. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3VMeTZ9

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 11d

The Trust has joined forces with @expeditions.bsky.social to host a special evening on 17 November, featuring leading scholars Shantanu Das, Daisy Fancourt, Naoíse Mac Sweeney, Simon Reid-Henry and @tiffwattsmith.bsky.social to discuss the importance of knowledge in a changing world.

White text on black background: The Value of Knowledge in an Age of Disinformation. Six headshots of speakers. Logos: 5x15, Leverhulme Trust, EXPeditions.

Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 17d

@leverhulme.ac.uk is supporting this fantastic BA podcast for early career researchers.

It's an exciting but stressful transition period for many and sharing experiences is definitely helpful. Enjoy!!

The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18d

Our new podcast by ECRs, for ECRs is here. Tune in as researchers share their academia survival tips.

The first episodes of Confessions of an Early Career Researcher are available now. Subscribe for our final episodes, going live 15 October. https://bit.ly/47PXZQH

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 18d

Our new podcast by ECRs, for ECRs is here. Tune in as researchers share their academia survival tips.

The first episodes of Confessions of an Early Career Researcher are available now. Subscribe for our final episodes, going live 15 October. https://bit.ly/47PXZQH

Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · 20d

On the need for public investment....

Invest In Britain @investinbritain.bsky.social · 20d

They argue that the £113bn additional investment announced since last year’s Budget is a “useful step in the right direction”, but this still leaves public investment flat as a share of GDP over the parliament – and lower than both the OECD and the UK post-war averages.

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Invest In Britain @investinbritain.bsky.social · 20d

They argue that the £113bn additional investment announced since last year’s Budget is a “useful step in the right direction”, but this still leaves public investment flat as a share of GDP over the parliament – and lower than both the OECD and the UK post-war averages.

Reposted by Anna Vignoles, Lesley A. Hall, Margot C. Finn

Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 25d

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with @expeditions.bsky.social, the Philip Leverhulme Prize Collection, highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge as widely as possible. Read more about this exciting partnership: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/EXPedit... @annavignoles.bsky.social

Professor Anna Vignoles @annavignoles.bsky.social · Jul 24

One of our Early Career Fellows Dr Thea Sommerschield getting lots of attention for her AI tool to read ancient inscriptions @leverhulme.ac.uk @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Gaps in what we know about ancient Romans could be filled by AI

A new system fills in missing words from ancient inscriptions carved on monuments and everyday objects.

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Thomas House @tah-sci.com · Sep 29

*Please promote!*

The Martingale Foundation is trying to increase access to postgraduate degrees for talented students facing financial barriers to doing so. I'll be giving up time this year to support the cohort, please encourage applications 🙂

martingale.foundation

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Simon Fisher @profsimonfisher.bsky.social · Dec 23

The Max Planck Society @maxplanck.de shares 12 highlights of 2024 research across diverse fields, including first photo of a star beyond the Milky Way, sequences of oldest modern human genomes, a wild orangutan treating wounds with a medicinal plant, + our paper on genes, musicality & Beethoven: 🧪

Research highlights 2024

The year 2024 saw Max Planck scientists publishing exceptional research across disciplines. We have selected twelve highlights to share.

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Christopher Smith @christophersmith.bsky.social · Jan 6

What would it look like to reimagine #arts and #humanities as a vital and creative force for change at the heart of #science?
For 25 years, the Arts and Humanities Research Council has supported the transformation of our understanding of ourselves through research...

Arts and Humanities Research Council 25 years of excellence and impact against a colourful background

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Jan 22

Nominations are now open for the Trust’s Philip Leverhulme Prizes, which are awarded in six broad subject areas and worth £100,000 each for two to three years. Deadline Wednesday 14 May 2025, 4pm. www.leverhulme.ac.uk/philip-lever...

Philip Leverhulme Prizes topics: Archaeology, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering, Geography, and Languages and Literatures

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Jan 14

Every year we have a fascinating set of projects that come from our Emeritus Fellows: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/grants...

There is still time to apply for this scheme: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/emerit... Closing date is 30 January 2025, 4pm.

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Academy of Social Sciences @acadsocsciences.bsky.social · Jan 24

“Education, in particular, is an entirely collective & social endeavour.”
On #InternationalDayofEducation why not listen to this episode of the We Society podcast with @annavignoles.bsky.social ( @leverhulme.bsky.social ) on equity & value in education.
Listen now👂 ➡️ https://buff.ly/3DZf5yD

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Ada Lovelace Institute @adalovelaceinst.bsky.social · Jan 30

Some experts see AI as presenting transformative opportunities for teachers and schools. But does the hype match the reality?

Our landscape review with @nuffieldfoundation.org details issues raised by AI EdTech and highlights areas for future research.

www.adalovelaceinstitute.org/report/a-lea...

A learning curve?

A Iandscape review of AI and education in the UK

www.adalovelaceinstitute.org

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Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science, Oxford University @oxforddemsci.bsky.social · Feb 4

Demographers make #DemographyDay. We’re proud to be working with our funders and partners to support the next generation of demographers https://buff.ly/3P0Uz2Q

@leverhulme.bsky.social @annavignoles.bsky.social @oxpop.bsky.social @nuffieldcollege.bsky.social @cpc-cg.bsky.social

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Feb 13

The Trust is thrilled to share our new media collection showcasing the research we fund across the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences. Check it out now: media.leverhulme.ac.uk

@annavignoles.bsky.social

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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · Apr 14

The BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants scheme is now open for applications. This opportunity allows postdoctoral – or equivalent – scholars in the humanities and social sciences to apply for funding to support their research projects. Learn more: buff.ly/BrfBwSt

White banner with an image of a researcher focused on her work. The words 'BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants' are written on the right-hand side

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Apr 24

The Leverhulme Research Centre competition aims to encourage original research that seeks to transform our understanding of an important topic in contemporary society. This year, we are proud to fund three new centres in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

@annavignoles.bsky.social

Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Apr 9

Today, the Trust Board announced the winners of the 2025 Leverhulme Research Centre competition. Congratulations to the Leverhulme Centre for Algorithmic Life, Leverhulme Centre for Humanity and Space and Leverhulme Centre for Research on Slavery in War. Read more: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/2025LRC

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Diane Coyle @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social · Apr 25

If you missed our @bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk annual conference, you can catch up here: www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk/events/annua... (& if you were there you might be in one of the photos!)

Bennett Institute for Public Policy Annual Conference 2025 - Bennett Institute for Public Policy

Below are recordings and photos from the Annual Conference 2025, where leading experts shared insights and ideas for tackling some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.

www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Apr 29

ICYMI, The Trust is thrilled to team up with @acadsocsciences.bsky.social and @nuffieldfoundation.org to produce the We Society Podcast. Together we will promote innovative social science research that benefits society.

Read here: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/new-pod...

@annavignoles.bsky.social

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Hetan Shah @hetanshah.bsky.social · May 12

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.

www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · May 14

Theoretical statistician and Philip Leverhulme Prize winner, Po-Ling Loh @uniofcam.bsky.social discusses hypothesis testing and a famous experiment involving cups of tea.

Watch here: media.leverhulme.ac.uk/video/tea-la... @bradyharan.bsky.social

An illustration of a lady holding a cup of tea next to a graph showing a range from 0-6, with the text Tea Lady Experiment.

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Wonkhe @wonkhe.bsky.social · May 17

This week on Wonkhe: For Anna Vignoles the value in higher education comes from the diversity and range of what it does, and may not be measurable in a single metric

Different kinds of value, different kinds of higher education

For Anna Vignoles the value in higher education comes from the diversity and range of what it does, and may not be measurable in a single metric

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · May 21

Season 8 of the We Society podcast is here! In this first episode, host Will Hutton @acadsocsciences.bsky.social is joined by @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, CEO @nuffieldfoundation.org, to discuss the economic inactivity crisis in the UK. Tune in! podfollow.com/the-we-socie...

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · May 29

Check out articles of projects that we recently funded in our media collection.

1. Jason Hall’s project @exeter.ac.uk examines how scientists, educators and literary writers comprehended Earth’s physical reality in new and imaginative ways. media.leverhulme.ac.uk/feature/jhall

Earth viewed from the moon, surface of the moon in the foreground.