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Brett Smith - Professor, Durham University
@brettsmithprof.bsky.social
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- Moving Social Work http://bit.ly/4mexJU4. https://bit.ly/3ZAC635
- CMOs Physical Activity & Disability Lead bit.ly/34jX9xb
- Coproduction http://bit.ly/3L1NGdI
- ResearchGate: Qualitative & PA disability papers https://bit.ly/436DsF7 .. more

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The Polyphony @the-polyphony.bsky.social · 8h
"Being in nature is about where your body is. Connecting is about how your attention behaves." Dr Yewande Okuleye, in our 'In Practice' series showcasing multi-modal creative engagement with the lived experience of chronic illness, disability and caregiving.

thepolyphony.org/2025/11/26/f...
From Pandemic Stress to Nature Connection
A quiet practice of attention, belonging, and rest in urban parks from Yewande Okuleye.
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International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity @ifapanet.bsky.social · 1d
Call for Abstracts – EUCAPA 2026

The EUCAPA 2026 scientific meeting has opened its call for abstracts through its online registration system. Key deadlines include:• Abstract submission: 10 January 2026• Volunteer Program submission: 15 February 2026• Early bird registration: 31 March 2026•…
Call for Abstracts – EUCAPA 2026
The EUCAPA 2026 scientific meeting has opened its call for abstracts through its online registration system. Key deadlines include:• Abstract submission: 10 January 2026• Volunteer Program submission: 15 February 2026• Early bird registration: 31 March 2026• Presenting authors registration: 30 April 2026• Final registration: 4 June 2026 The event will be held in person and will feature keynote and invited lectures, oral and poster sessions, symposia, professional and video presentations, and workshops.
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ISCA @iscaupdates.bsky.social · 6d
Wonderful day for the 4th conference on Social Work and #Conversationanalysis, #CASW25.
35 attendees from all over came together to share a wide array of settings, topics & data. This shows the breath of research in the field & how #emca contribute to progressing our understanding of SW practice.1/5

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Early Career Qualitative Health Reasercher Network @echqrn.bsky.social · 8d
✨Our event on 16/12/2025 is going online! Join us 11am-1pm UK time.

Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ee984f...

We'll introduce our Network principles & share learning on core topics in qualitative research.

Come meet us, share with us and let's connect to grow our support network!❣️

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · 8d
2025 may be winding down but our events calendar is not! 📆

From reading groups to seminars, online talks to in-person conversations, there is plenty going on at the IMH throughout the rest of November and December.

Read our latest newsletter to find out more 👇
mailchi.mp/e9a1d07e9700...
IMH Newsletter November 2025 (Events)
Upcoming events from the Institute for Medical Humanities at Durham University.
mailchi.mp

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Stuart Biddle @stuartjhbiddle.bsky.social · 13d
NEW!
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Routledge Handbook of Digital Technologies in Sport, Exercise and Physical Education
This is the first book to offer in-depth analysis of the use of digital technologies in sport, exercise and physical education; their significance for the relationship between sport, exercise and wide...
www.routledge.com

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Peter van der Graaf @pvandergraaf.bsky.social · 20d
How can we better support informal caregivers to transition patients from hospital to home? We co-designed a personalised discharge planning toolkit to support meaningful conversations between hospital staff and informal caregivers. @fuseonline.bsky.social

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Co‐Producing Personalised Discharge Planning: Developing a Toolkit to Improve Caregiver Involvement in Hospital Transitions
Background Informal caregivers are often expected to support patients transitioning from hospital to home and yet are routinely overlooked in discharge planning. This gap can leave caregivers unprep...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com

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International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity @ifapanet.bsky.social · 22d
Postdoctoral Opportunity in Rehabilitation, Disability Sport, and Physical Activity at the University of Queensland

The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Queensland (UQ) has announced an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Rehabilitation, Disability…
Postdoctoral Opportunity in Rehabilitation, Disability Sport, and Physical Activity at the University of Queensland
The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Queensland (UQ) has announced an opening for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Rehabilitation, Disability Sport, and Physical Activity. This full-time, fixed-term position runs through 30 June 2028 and is based at UQ’s St Lucia Campus in Brisbane, Australia. The successful candidate will collaborate with the NIISQ Chair in Physical Activity and Disability to advance research that enhances health, rehabilitation, and inclusion for people with disabilities.
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Dept of Sport & Exercise Sciences, Durham University @dusportexsci.bsky.social · 23d
We are inviting applications for a Teaching Fellow in the Social Sciences of Sport and Physical Activity. This post offers an exciting opportunity to be part of the Sport and Exercise Sciences Department here at Durham.

For more information and to apply see here: durham.taleo.net/careersectio...
Teaching Fellow (Grade 7)
Click the link provided to see the complete job description.
durham.taleo.net

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · 26d
📅 Join us on Tuesday 4 November for a seminar on Violence, Trauma & Memory: The Causes and Impacts of Moral Injury. This hybrid event is free to attend either in person at the Institute for Medical Humanities, or online.

Find out more and book tickets:
IMH Violence, Trauma & Memory: The Causes and Impacts of Moral Injury
A seminar on the impact and causes of moral injury (the enduring presence of negative emotions) and the possibilities for repair and change.
www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · 29d
📅 Join us on Monday 24 November for an online interdisciplinary symposium on Tourette Syndrome, imagining a future of Tourettic Studies that is looking beyond the syndrome, featuring Bridging Fellow @danielpjones.bsky.social.

Find out more & register here 👇
medhumsplatform.org/event/toward...
Presentation slide featuring photographs of 5 speakers for the event

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The Polyphony @the-polyphony.bsky.social · Oct 27
We're hiring 3 new editors! 2 general and 1 for reviews!

thepolyphony.org/2025/10/27/w...
We’re hiring! Editorial roles with The Polyphony
The Polyphony is seeking three Editors to join our team, two General Editors and one Reviews Editor.
thepolyphony.org

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Antonio L Palmeira @antoniolpalmeira.bsky.social · Oct 26
Abstract prep in full swing for #ISBNPA2026 in Cádiz 🇪🇸! We’re exploring how motivation changes when people shift their physical activity behavior over 12 months—a fresh, dynamic perspective 🔄💪
I’ll be happy to present in any format.
🗓️ Don’t forget—abstracts due **Nov 12**!

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · Oct 24
In a new 10-min Talk with @britishacademy.bsky.social Professor @harrietbulkeley.bsky.social from @geogdurham.bsky.social explores how urban climate action can chart a path forward.

Listen to her full talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JLJ...
#DUresearch
Why are cities an important part of climate change?
YouTube video by The British Academy
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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · Oct 24
More dance breaks required! 💃🕺

Emily Davis, Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Moving Bodies Lab, was invited to facilitate participatory dance activities at two major arts and health events in the UK @dusportexsci.bsky.social

Read about it here 👇
medhumsplatform.org/re-thinking-...
Participants taking part in a Dance Break at Young Leaders for Arts and Health London Summit. People sat down in a room with ornate ceiling and chandeliers, waving their arms in the air.

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Dept of Sport & Exercise Sciences, Durham University @dusportexsci.bsky.social · Oct 20
Our new academic year began with a Postgraduate Picturing Research event. Our PhD and Masters by Research students created an image and short text to depict their research. These reflected the varied, impactful, international and discipline spanning nature of PGR research within the department.

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Annayah M.B. Prosser @annayahprosser.bsky.social · Oct 20
🎤 Proposals for our Centre for Qualitative Research, University of Bath Qualitative Research Symposium at University of Bath School of Management are open until November 7th!
Find out more and submit your talk, symposium and workshop abstracts here:
www.bath.ac.uk/events/quali...
#qualitative
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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · Oct 20
New publication! Our v. own @beccajackson.bsky.social discusses the racial history of the Apgar Score – a score assigned to infants one minute after birth. Find out more: medhumsplatform.org/the-apgar-sc...
1960s clipboard with Apgar Timer and paper showing Apgar measures.

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Antonio L Palmeira @antoniolpalmeira.bsky.social · Oct 19
Proud and humbled to join the GoPA movement through ISBNPA—a true "half-full glass" institution.
Watch my message on the GoPA website to learn more about the shared vision we champion. Here’s to a healthier, more active world!

youtu.be/xoYXjQlsdEs?...
ISBNPA - António Palmeira
YouTube video by GoPA! & GoPE!
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ISPAH - International Society for Physical Activity and Health @ispah.org · Oct 19
🗓️ Abstract submissions open soon 🗓️
Get ready to submit your work and join us in Mérida!

#ISPAH2026 #PhysicalActivity #MeridaPA, #MeridaResearch #MexicoPA #MexicoResearch #SustainableConference #HealthResearch #Mexico #México #Merida #Mérida #ActividadFísica #AtividadeFísica @inspmx.bsky.social

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Dr Pete Olusoga @dr-peter-olusoga.bsky.social · Oct 18
🚨NEW EPISODE ALERT!🚨 - In this episode @dr_pete_olusoga is joined by endurance runner and Peleton instructor, @susie_chan_ and psychologist, @juliepjohnston to find out "how to run an Ultramarathon!"

Available to download now, wherever you normally get your podcasts.

#psychology #ultramarathon

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · Oct 16
Wondering what a Research Cabaret is? 🤔 Organiser and researcher @louisecreechan.bsky.social explains what you might expect at our @beinghumanfest.bsky.social event next month 🎭

Tickets: tinyurl.com/research-cab...

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · Oct 14
There's plenty of news in our Discovery Research Platform's October e-bulletin - from new research themes and publications, to reflections on A Wheely Workshop, Narrative Practice and Curating Cultural Heritage events 📖

Read it here 👉 mailchi.mp/300a7e52f6b3...
IMH newsletter: October 2025
News & updates from the Institute for Medical Humanities, Durham University.
mailchi.mp

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · Oct 14
📝 An open letter to social work from a Black female social worker.

A heartfelt plea from newly qualified social worker Nancy Adande for greater understanding of the intersectional challenges faced by Black women in the profession.

Read here 🔗 basw.co.uk/about-social...

#BlackHistoryMonth2025

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Get Yourself Active @getyrselfactive.bsky.social · Oct 14
We wanted to spotlight Disabled people’s experiences of activity – very often, fitness can mean something different to us than it might to others.

Today we’re sharing Amanda’s story of geocaching, swimming and learning to pace during activity.

getyourselfactive.org/story/what-i...
Image of Amanda smiling in a mobility scooter, on a nature path.

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Durham Institute for Medical Humanities @durhamimh.bsky.social · Oct 13
🎉 We are delighted to launch this year’s Big Survey in collaboration with @actionforme.bsky.social! If you are in the UK living with ME or Long Covid with ME symptoms, we want to hear from you! tinyurl.com/2s4dbrkx
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2025 Big Survey
Find out how you can contribute to our 2025 Big Survey - a vital research project aiming to illustrate the impact of ME and long Covid.
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QRSE Society @qrsesociety.bsky.social · Oct 10
🌟 Big news! QRSE 2026 is now accepting abstract submissions!

Don’t miss your chance to share your research—submissions are open until November 15th 2025.

Learn more and submit here: www.qrsesoc.com/call-for-pap...

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Tom Shakespeare @tomshakespeare.bsky.social · Oct 10
Happy World Mental Health Day - may you be free from stress, stigma or fear.

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SQIP @qualpsy.bsky.social · Oct 9
Please save the dates for our next annual conference, which will be held at Duquesne University on July 17–18, 2026. We will share more details, including the conference theme and calls for proposals, in the coming months. www.sqip.org/conferences

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Nikos Ntoumanis @nikosntoumanis.bsky.social · Oct 8
Opportunity for Early Career Researchers!

Are you an early career researcher interested in pursuing an MSCA-type post-doc?
The GAIA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program could be your chance. It follows the same criteria as MSCA, but all fellowships are hosted at my uni and focus on climate science.