Here's some inspiration from Scotland www.traffic.gov.scot/gritter-trac...

They just don’t get it - they’re trying to replace the part of our job we like the *most*.

If they could make an AI tool to vibe-complete travel, reimbursement, and annual reporting paperwork they would make a fucking FORTUNE

Jesus saves, but professionals back up and real academics don't do their work in an ai prompt window

Massive thanks to @kayguccione.bsky.social joannaroyle.bsky.social @andrewrowe.bsky.social @katiejones.bsky.social @acwristeph.bsky.social @heleddhaf.bsky.social @rpjf68.bsky.social @nbridgeman.bsky.social @lucubrat.bsky.social @madzmitch.bsky.social and others - amazing job! #REDSConference2026

#REDSConference2026 I'd certainly say that this was the best online conference I've ever attended, even though it didn't include any small breakout groups! I've now got lots of follow-up to do to make the most of all the resources and contacts I've gained.

#REDSConference2026 Tips from Lisa Bradley for those who want to use creative approaches more in researcher development: Find your allies, work out your values and north star, keep hold of why you do this and what guides you. But we all need to help each other.

#REDSConference2026 Kay Guccione mentions that they made an actual quilt in this project! Someone brought a tie with the periodic table on it. It was made in the atrium of the building so everyone could see it as they went past. It led to setting up a maker space. It is warm and cosy with the quilt.

One comment at #REDSConference2026: "the thing I'm most proud of this year is a colleague telling me that because I crochet and/or use fidget toys in public, I gave them the confidence to choose to use a squeeze ball during presentations to help them deal with their stage fright." I love this.

#REDSConference2026 The chat has lit up with community and creative discussion during Lisa Bradley's keynote! Lots of dog pics, crochet, and plushies including Octavio the octopus