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Carers In STEMM
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Co-founded by 3 Lauras | UKRI funded | #UKRIFLF | Supporting those with caring responsibilities in academia in STEMM | Take the #CarersInSTEMM Survey today!
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To hear more about the Carers in STEMM survey - the hidden barrier to parents and carers - there is still time to join us

Manchester: 13th November
London: 9th December
(Both hybrid)

Spread the word!
November 7, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Today marked the 1st of our “Roadshow” events to formally launch our survey report in the stunning venue of the Playfair library - Edinburgh

A huge thank you to panellists @pallettlab.bsky.social @astroroyalscot.bsky.social
Wei-Yu Lu (father, MRC fellow)
Janette Wark (EPSRC)
Adrian Lu (GCU)

👏👏👏
October 22, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Edinburgh and surrounding areas, please join us in 3 weeks for our first report launch event!

After presenting our survey findings, we have a great line-up of panelist, including the fantastic @astroroyalscot.bsky.social!

Register via forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
Advertisement poster of our Carers in STEMM report launch event in Edinburgh, on the 22.10.2025 at Playfair from 10am. More details can be found via event registration https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=B8tSwU5hu0qBivA1z6kad4JPwQzjYCRIgeFJLWslxmNURE5QNENLOE1LN1lOMlZPUlZYT0RJTklQOC4u
October 2, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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We are pleased to announce the publication of our STEMM sector-wide survey

The report highlights our findings & suggests recommendations. Now available to download here carersinstemm.co.uk

Please share especially w/ institutions, funders & allies

@laurawolz.bsky.social @carterlj.bsky.social
Screenshot of the front page of the carers in STEMM survey report
September 26, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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🚨We're going on tour!🚨
Join us for 1 of our "Report Launch" networking events: Edinburgh, Manchester, London, or the comfort of your own home!

We will present the 'Carers in STEMM' survey findings, host panel discussions w/ policy markers, EDI advocates & fellow parents/carers.

Spread the word!📣
Poster detailing a series of events hosted by Carers in STEMM in Edinburgh (22nd October), Manchester (13th November) or London (9th December). Events will be hybrid. Poster includes a QR code for registration. Contact us for alternative registration processes. Poster also details the financial support available to facilitate the full attendance of carers in STEMM or interested, supportive allies
September 21, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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1/3rd of the 3Lauras presented last week at the "New UCL Academics Group" - this new network is seeking to improve culture for the next generation of the scientists we are training, so was great to share of our work around caring responsibilities & travel opportunities.

Thanks for the invite!
July 6, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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The news is out now 😉

We are proud to say we, the 3Lauras, have been awarded the @ukri.org “Advancing Culture” 2025 Impact Award for our work trying to improve caring provisions at conferences, grant funding & policy here at Carers in STEMM 👏

The recognition is fantastic - 🙏 !
2 of the 3Lauras collecting their UKRI advancing culture impact award 2 of the 3Lauras in front of a poster describing the work of Carers in STEMM
June 11, 2025 at 6:28 AM
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Great to feature among the other fantastic projects at the Annual #FLFConference
June 10, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Last week the 3Lauras drafted a report highlighting findings from our sector-wide survey of UK #researchers balancing caregiving & travel. The data have specifically informed a set of recommendations for the sector, to improve inclusivity & improve policy

To read the report WATCH THIS SPACE! 📝
3 academics all called Laura standing in front of University of Leeds sign - the location for an in person meeting to draft a report showcasing the findings our a recent survey to investigate the hidden barrier of travel and academic career progression. 3 academics all called Laura standing in front of University of Leeds sign - the location for an in person meeting to draft a report showcasing the findings our a recent survey to investigate the hidden barrier of travel and academic career progression.
May 27, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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Today we workshopped the “survey”

What happened: 3Lauras in 1 room, coffee & explorations into the data captured

Outcome: Some stark statistics, but equally some fantastic insights into policy change & further advocacy work

@carterlj.bsky.social @laurawolz.bsky.social
@pallettlab.bsky.social
February 27, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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We've had lots of new followers recently, so we thought we'd re-introduce ourselves

We are 3 scientists, all called Laura (who also happen to be mothers 😀) advocating for equitable & accessible support for those balancing caring and career.
Get in touch, if you want to talk.

Nice to meet you 👋
February 27, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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Thank you to the @universityofexeter.bsky.social Department of Physics & Astronomy’s
Astrophysics Group for hosting @carterlj.bsky.social for an afternoon to discuss how we can better support academic carers who travel and preliminary results from our Carers in STEMM #survey
Picture of Laura Carter presenting at a seminar at University of Exeter on Carers in STEMM activities
January 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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It's time to say bye to our amazing Carers in STEMM Research Assistant @astrokammy.bsky.social Kammy has played an instrumental role in supporting our survey dissemination (#KammyonTour) and data processing 🙌

The 3Lauras wish you all the best for your travel adventures 🌎
Image of Kammy advertising the Carers in STEMM survey at different institutions in the UK.
January 15, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Did you catch #KammyOnTour? 🚀

Kammy has been spreading the word about the #CarersInSTEMM Survey (did you see any of our posters in the wild?) and we need your help to keep the momentum!

The survey deadline is TOMORROW - if you're a researcher and carer, time is almost up!⏱️

Survey; t.co/fpCZgDVrrG
The image shows a man (Kammy Bogue) holding a promotional poster for the Carers In STEMM Survey, in front of a sign for Imperial College London. The image shows a man (Kammy Bogue) holding a promotional poster for the Carers In STEMM Survey, in front of a sign for Manchester Metropolitan University. The sign reads "step into the future of science and engineering". The image shows a man (Kammy Bogue) holding a promotional poster for the Carers In STEMM Survey, in front of historical buildings in Oxford. The image shows a man (Kammy Bogue) indicating towards a promotional poster for the Carers In STEMM Survey. The poster is among various other advertisements at the Royal Astronomical Society.
November 7, 2024 at 2:01 PM
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Finally, the newest addition to the team, Kammy! (Not a Laura) @astrokammy.bsky.social

Astrophysicist and Research Assistant for
#CarersInSTEMM

No caring responsibilities unless you count holding the Lauras together!

Manager of our emails, analyser of our survey data, and star of #KammyOnTour 🚀
The image is a promotional poster for Carers In STEMM, a project aimed at UK-based STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) researchers who are also carers. The poster features a picture of Kammy Bogue, and the "Carers in STEMM" logo in the top-right corner, which includes a symbol of scales and the slogan "Balancing caring and careers." Main text: "Kammy Bogue University of Manchester #Kammy Not A Laura Scientific Interests: The role of magnetic fields on the star-forming interstellar medium of galaxies Guilty Pleasure: CHOCOLATE - all the chocolate! Below this, the website for the survey is provided: www.carersinstemm.co.uk In the bottom right of the poster, it says "Holding the Lauras together" The image shows a man (Kammy Bogue) sat on a train, looking out the window. He holds a promotional poster for the Carers In STEMM project.
November 5, 2024 at 1:02 PM
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Completing the three Lauras, ImmunoLaura 🧫🥼🧪
@pallettlab.bsky.social

Associate Prof at University College London, part of the Institute of Immunity and Transplantation

Mum to one 🧒
The Laura that is all things social 😄
The image is a promotional poster for Carers In STEMM, a project aimed at UK-based STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) researchers who are also carers. The poster features a picture of Laura Pallett, and the "Carers in STEMM" logo in the top-right corner, which includes a symbol of scales and the slogan "Balancing caring and careers." Main text: "Dr Laura Carter UCL #Immuno Laura Scientific Interests: Immune cell adaptation to the liver microenvironment - T cells & fibrosis #immunology Guilty Pleasure: IKEA - it's the perfect playground...!! Below this, the website for the survey is provided: www.carersinstemm.co.uk In the bottom right of the poster, it says "Mum to a toddler", with a winking emoticon. The image shows a woman (Laura Pallett) crouching next to a sign that reads 'BSI Congress 2022", with a lanyard around her neck. She is holding a young boy in a red all-in-one coat, her son. The image shows two women (Laura Pallett and Laura Carter) working on laptops. They are both laughing, and various notes are on the desk in front of them, along with a punnet of berries. Posters in the background publicise astronomical research.
November 5, 2024 at 12:41 PM
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Next up EnviroLaura 🚜👩‍🔬
@CarterL_J

Professor at the University of Leeds in the school of Geography.

Mum to two 🧒👧
Master of our blog posts, written communications and the most beautiful spreadsheets 🙌
The image is a promotional poster for Carers In STEMM, a project aimed at UK-based STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) researchers who are also carers. The poster features a picture of Laura Carter, and the "Carers in STEMM" logo in the top-right corner, which includes a symbol of scales and the slogan "Balancing caring and careers." Main text: "Prof Laura Carter University of Leeds #Enviro Laura Scientific Interests: Emerging contaminants in the environment - exposure, date, effects &risk to human and ecosystem health Guilty Pleasure: Spice girls (slightly influenced by my daughter's obsession with them and the chance to relive my youth!) Below this, the website for the survey is provided: www.carersinstemm.co.uk In the bottom right of the poster, it says "Mum to 2 (aged 4 & 7)" The image shows a woman (Laura Carter) at the airport with her two children. All three are smiling, and her younger daughter is sat on top of several stacked suitcases on a trolley. She holds a soft toy of a broccoli with eyes. The image shows a professional headshot of a woman (Laura Carter) outside, with trees and plants in the background.
November 5, 2024 at 12:33 PM
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First up AstroLaura 🌌🔭🪐
@laurawolz.bsky.social

Reader at The University of Manchester (Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics)

Mum to two 👧🧒
The brains behind the survey dataset, its visualisation and statistical analysis 📊 #BigData
The image is a promotional poster for Carers In STEMM, a project aimed at UK-based STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) researchers who are also carers. The poster features a picture of Laura Wolz, and the "Carers in STEMM" logo in the top-right corner, which includes a symbol of scales and the slogan "Balancing caring and careers." Main text: "Dr Laura Wolz University of Manchester #Astro Laura Scientific Interests: Cosmology using the large scale structure of galaxies with radio telescopes Guilty Pleasure: Wine and Cheese (ideally with some German bread" Below this, the website for the survey is provided: www.carersinstemm.co.uk In the bottom right of the poster, it says "Mum to 2 (aged 2 &5)" The image shows a woman (Laura Wolz) working on a laptop at Jodrell Bank. She is smiling at the screen, and a promotional poster behind her shows astronomical images. On her desk are notes, a phone, a glass, and a punnet of berries. The image shows a woman (Laura Wolz) outside in a beanie, carrying one of her children, who is also wearing a beanie. Behind them, there are Christmas market stalls, and the area is lit with Christmas lights.
November 5, 2024 at 12:24 PM
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Calling all UK researchers and carers (including parents!) 🚨

The deadline for the #CarersInSTEMM Survey has been EXTENDED to 08/11/24 - and we want to hear from you! Tell us about your experiences and help us make a difference!

Spread the word! 📣

Why wait? ⏰ Take the survey here: t.co/fpCZgDVrrG
The image is a promotional poster for a survey aimed at UK-based STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) researchers who are also carers. The flyer features the University of Manchester logo in the top-left corner and the "Carers in STEMM" logo in the top-right corner, which includes a symbol of scales and the slogan "Balancing caring and careers." Main text: "Are you a UK-based STEMM researcher and a parent or carer? We want to hear from you." Below this, there is a prompt asking people to fill in an anonymous survey to share their experiences as carers. It adds: "We want to know how well you think you are balancing your care responsibilities and career." There is a photograph of a smiling woman holding a baby, standing in front of a research poster. The website for the survey is provided: www.carersinstemm.co.uk, and the closing date is listed as 8/11/24. A QR code is also displayed for participants to scan and access the survey directly.
November 5, 2024 at 11:51 AM