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Collaboration of the 8 most research intensive universities in Northern England: Durham, Lancaster, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield & York

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The prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education – part of the UK national Honours system – recognises Leeds’ outstanding, 150-years of textile research.

We delve into the history and explore the innovation driving the next chapter 👇 https://www.leeds.ac.uk/qep
November 25, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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We’ve been awarded a #QEdPrize for our research into Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB).

Our experts are leading the way in DLB research and treatment, having redefined it as a distinct and common cause of dementia.

Find out more https://bit.ly/3KgEg2X

#WeAreNCL
November 26, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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We've been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education! 🏆

This national honour has been awarded to us for our work on the micro:bit, a pocket-sized programmable computer that’s improving digital literacy skills around the globe.
Lancaster University receives nation’s highest education honour - Lancaster University
Lancaster University has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for its pioneering work that is helping to drive a global transformation in digital literacy.
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November 26, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Luke Thompson, Head of Data Protection & Legal Services at @sheffielduni.bsky.social discusses emerging challenges in data protection, particularly in relation to Generative AI, and highlights the need for updated governance and legal frameworks.

@n8cir.bsky.social #N8CIR

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Data protection and Generative AI
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November 26, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Our academics have helped to develop new Government speech & language guidance for early years settings.

It identifies the best evidence available to support all children to develop robust speech and language skills and support those who stammer.

https://bit.ly/3LHhPVb

#WeAreNCL
November 20, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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One week left! 📣 Apply for our five-year AI Research Fellowships. We’re seeking early career researchers with bold ideas for AI-driven discovery. Fellows receive protected research time, tailored support, and a path to a permanent post.

Apply now ▶️ news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/10/24/u...
November 24, 2025 at 8:37 AM
We're pleased to be supporting the 8th International Law Enforcement and Public Health Conference LEPH2026
6-9 Sept '26 @universityofleeds.bsky.social

🚨 Call for abstracts 🚨

Researchers, practitioners, policymakers and community leaders are invited to submit abstracts by 16 March

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LEPH 2026
The Global Law Enforcement and Public Health Association (GLEPHA) and the ESRC Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre will jointly host the 8th International Law Enforcement and Public Health Conference, LEPH2026 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK from 6-9 September 2026.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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For our 11th and penultimate report update in our #ChildrenFirst campaign we highlight how urgent change is needed to address underlying childhood vulnerabilities, to create Safer Streets, reduce crime and meet the government’s Opportunity Mission for children and young people.

A thread 👇
November 21, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Do you work with sensitive research data? 📄

@n8cir.bsky.social's recent workshop brought experts together to share insights n8cir.org.uk/training-and...

👇 @saskialawsontovey.bsky.social @manchester.ac.uk examines the social and structural factors that limit the openness of sensitive health data.🩺
Privacy, power, people – what is preventing sensitive health data from being more open?
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November 20, 2025 at 2:36 PM
New research published today by healthequitynorth.bsky.social finds that closing the health gap between the North and the rest of England could put an extra £18.4 billion into the economy per year.

Read the #HealthforWealth report: www.healthequitynorth.co.uk/app/uploads/...
Poor health in the North costing the UK billions in lost productivity - Health Equity North
Closing the health gap between the North and the rest of England could put an extra £18.4 billion into the economy per year, according to new research. A report released today (November 20, 2025) by H...
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November 20, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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We've been ranked among the top 2% of institutions in the world for our work on social and environmental sustainability ✨🌳
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November 20, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Proud doesn’t even cover it! 💜

The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.

🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Today at the Vice Chancellor's Conference, we unveiled AIM-HI, a £100m national hub using AI & robotics to drive materials innovation, create 900+ jobs, and strengthen Liverpool’s global leadership in advanced materials research.👏

Read more >>> news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/11/18/u...
November 18, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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We’re set to create a new nuclear educational facility that’s unique in the UK!

Thanks to a £2 million grant from OfS, we’ll create a highly reconfigurable control room simulator to help train the next generation of nuclear engineers and cyber security experts.
Lancaster University to create £2 million nuclear facility control room simulator - Lancaster University
Lancaster University will strengthen its support for the UK’s clean energy goals and help enhance the country’s future nuclear safety and security with the creation of a new nuclear facility control room simulator.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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🚨 1 in 3 UK children aren't school ready — with a 10% gap between advantaged & disadvantaged regions.

New @childofthenorth.bsky.social report shows how Bradford's data-driven approach is changing lives:

Read the full report here: arc-yh.nihr.ac.uk/one-in-three...
November 17, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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We urgently need a whole system response to address the multifaceted root causes of school absence.

Our latest analysis highlights a persisting attendance crisis, with inequalities related to poverty and disadvantage becoming entrenched.

Read on for insights and recommendations 👇

#ChildrenFirst
November 14, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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📢 Call for abstracts 📢

We’re delighted to open the call for abstracts for LEPH2026, to be held in Leeds, UK from 6-9 September 2026.

We encourage submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, & community leaders.

Deadline: 16/03/26

Read more and submit 👇
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LEPH 2026
The Global Law Enforcement and Public Health Association (GLEPHA) and the ESRC Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre will jointly host the 8th International Law Enforcement and Public Health Conference, LEPH2026 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK from 6-9 September 2026.
leph2026.org
November 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Police are concerned about the amount of resources directed at mental health, and are not always the right agency to help.

Our study aims to understand the nature of police contact with mental health and make recommendations for positive practice.

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Mental Health and Routine Police Work - Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre
The Mental Health and Routine Police Work project explores how police officers respond to mental health problems in ‘everyday’, policing.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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We were pleased to invite Caroline to our N8 Statement launch event earlier in the year, contributing to a lively panel discussion on strategic commitments to sustainable OA publishing
Open Access Week 2025: Pathways to sustainable scholarly publishing – The Library, Learning, Archives and Wellbeing Blog
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November 12, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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A through-provoking piece from @theblochian.bsky.social, citing the @n8research.bsky.social Statement on Sustainable Scholarly Publishing and anticipating the launch of @ojcollective.bsky.social, non-profit/community-led research infrastructure to fund diamond OA journals 💎 🔓
November 12, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Could you be our new Director?

Learn more about this exceptional opportunity to shape the next chapter of one of the UK’s most distinctive research collaborations.

Apply by 1st December, noon.

#Recruiting #HigherEd #AcademicLeadership #ResearchCollaboration

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Recruiting: N8 Research Partnership Director - N8 Research Partnership
We are seeking a senior leader with significant experience in research, innovation, or policy who can operate confidently across institutions and sectors to influence and inspire.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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What can we learn from domestic abuse responses in Greater Manchester & Victoria (Australia)?

Join our webinar for insights into multi-agency approaches & opportunities for advancing domestic abuse responses.

🗓️ 9 December 2025
🕛 12-1pm GMT

Register 👇

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Responding to domestic abuse: lessons from Greater Manchester and Victoria
This webinar shares findings from the ‘Policing, Vulnerabilities and Domestic Abuse: Victims, Perpetrators, Interventions’ research project.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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We hope that everyone who signed up enjoys the n8cir.org.uk/events/best-... meeting tomorrow in Sheffield. It looks like it's going to be a great afternoon.

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Best Practices in AI
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November 10, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Everyone has an accent, a way of speaking that reflects different aspects of our identities.

At the University of Leeds, we’ve launched the All Accents Welcome campaign to celebrate the diversity of voices across our community and raise awareness of accent bias.
October 21, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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We're so proud! 💜

More than 500 researchers from across The University of Manchester have been recognised in the latest Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, highlighting the University’s global research excellence.

🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
November 5, 2025 at 4:20 PM