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PGR Development (University of Liverpool)

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Part of The Academy at the University of Liverpool. Posts about training & development activities, resources & news for PhD students and beyond. https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/pgr-development/

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Sep 9

🎓 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...
📩 [email protected]

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PGR Development Programme - Researcher Hub - University of Liverpool

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · 10d

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

PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · 12d

🌍 #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

LEAP: The PGR Leadership Programme - Researcher Hub - University of Liverpool

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · 18d

🎓 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
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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · 24d

🎓 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

LEAP: The PGR Leadership Programme - Researcher Hub - University of Liverpool

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Sep 9

PGR Development Programme - Researcher Hub - University of Liverpool

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UoL HSS PGR @uolhsspgr.bsky.social · Sep 8

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...

PGR-Postdoc Buddy Scheme - Researcher Hub - University of Liverpool

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌟 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

PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 23

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

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

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

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

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

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

Awarded by Dr Martha Beard from Vitae!

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

Awarded by Dr Matthew Greenall!

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

“Collagen in Bone Fossils”.

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

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

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

“Pandemics Begin in Communities — So Should Prevention”.

#LivUni3MT

PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

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

#LivUni3MT

PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

3MT® Final!

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

#LivUni3MT

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PGR Development (University of Liverpool) @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social · Jun 18

#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

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