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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 1d

Are you ready to return to research, or know someone who is? 👀 Applications are open for a three year, part-time Daphne Jackson Fellowship, co-funded by @mssocietyuk.bsky.social.
Intended for researchers interested in MS research.
Learn more, and please share! daphnejackson.org/fellowship/m...

Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 7d

Dr Abigail Ingram is hosted at the @nhm-london.bsky.social and funded by @royalsociety.org and NERC: Natural Environment Research Council.
Dr Ami Ketley is hosted at the @uniofnottingham.bsky.social and funded by @thebhf.bsky.social.

Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 7d

Two of our Daphne Jackson Fellows recently attended specialist training together at @crick.ac.uk .

We are proud to be able to support our Fellows as they rebuild their skills and community!

#Research #ResearchReturners #CareerReturner

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 13d

NEW opportunity to return to a research career!

Applications are invited for a three-year Daphne Jackson Fellowship funded by @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social.

Word of mouth works wonders for us, do you know anyone who may be interested?
daphnejackson.org/fellowship/a...

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 14d

Investing in people behind medical research fuels UK growth. A new report by Frontier Economics (funded by @amrc-uk.bsky.social & @wellcometrust.bsky.social) shows non-commercial clinical research adds £72.7bn to the economy. Driving innovation in prevention, diagnosis & treatment.
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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 15d

Today we celebrate Professor Daphne Jackson on her 89th birthday. The UK’s first female Professor of Physics, she founded the fellowship scheme that became the Daphne Jackson Trust, transforming the careers of hundreds of returners in research. 🌟 Find out more: daphnejackson.org/2025/09/cele...

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The Royal Society @royalsociety.org · 22d

As we celebrate 80 years since the first women were elected as Fellows of the Royal Society, Ruby Seger-Bernard, Schools Engagement Officer, and Isabelle Moss, Diversity and Inclusion Officer, reflect on the importance of inspiring girls and young women in science:

80 years of women Fellows: inspiring the next generation of women in STEM | Royal Society

Ruby Seger-Bernard, Schools Engagement Officer, and Isabelle Moss, Diversity and Inclusion Officer, reflect on the importance of inspiring girls and young women in science.

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 21d

Read more here, and please share with your network - daphnejackson.org/fellowship/m...

Medical Research Scotland - Daphne Jackson Trust

About this Fellowship MEDICAL RESEARCH SCOTLAND SUPPORTING RETURNING RESEARCHERS Applications are now invited for up to two MEDICAL RESEARCH SCOTLAND FUNDED DAPHNE JACKSON FELLOWSHIPS in subjects rela...

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 21d

Applications are open for up to two Medical Research Scotland funded Daphne Jackson Fellowships.

💬 Hear firsthand from a former Daphne Jackson Fellow, whose journey back into research was made possible thanks to funding from Medical Research Scotland.

🕛Deadline: 29th September

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · 22d

Some of the Daphne Jackson team braved the weather this weekend to attend NPL's Bushy House Garden Party!

We loved sharing awareness about how we, at the Daphne Jackson Trust, support returners to research.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your special event NPL !

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DORA @dorassessment.bsky.social · Sep 2

Our partnered project 'Breaking Barriers in Research Funding Applications: Evaluating Narrative CVs and Co-designing Solutions' has come to an end! Thanks @edicaucus.bsky.social @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social University of Surrey. Here's an overview of what we have been working on and our key findings

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Sep 1

Back to school 🍎📚 — and our fellows are back from summer adventures! From Kenya to Costa Rica, Ghana to Stanford, they studied wildlife, vision science & cancer, built networks, and brought fresh ideas home for the year ahead. 🌍✨ Read more: daphnejackson.org/2025/08/fell...

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Aug 29

No single path, no single outcome. As former fellow Dr Stephania Pasare says:
“Be open to seizing unconventional career opportunities… success is personal, so forge your own route.”
Read more: daphnejackson.org/2025/08/dive...
#ResearchCareers #CareerSuccess

Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Aug 22

Taken a 2+ year break for family, caring or health reasons? Want to return to research?
Our paid, part-time, flexible fellowships with mentorship & retraining can help.
“A career break shouldn’t be a career end.” – Dr Katie Perry, CEO, Daphne Jackson Trust
Find out more: daphnejackson.org

Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Aug 13

❗Applications are now open for up to two Medical Research Scotland funded Daphne Jackson Fellowships.

🕛Deadline: 12 noon, Monday 29th September 2025.

🔗 Apply now: daphnejackson.org/fellowship/m...

#ReturnToResearch #MedicalResearchScotland #DaphneJacksonTrust #FellowshipOpportunity

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The Foundation for Science and Technology @foundscitech.bsky.social · Jul 25

New podcast episode! 🎙️ Fantastic to chat to Dr Katie Perry, CEO @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social about returning to work in research after a career break for family, health, or caregiving reasons. The challenges, available support, and skills shortage. Listen now: www.foundation.org.uk/Podcasts/202...

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Aug 5

How do Daphne Jackson Fellowships work?
We connect funders, hosts & returners to create fully supported research fellowships with 💼 Salary, 📚 Retraining. 🧑‍🏫 Mentorship, & 🧠 Expertise
Giving you a path back to a career in research.
For info www.daphnejackson.org
#STEM #CareerRestart #ReturnToResearch

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 29

Empower. Overcome. Reignite.
We support researchers to return after a career break — with training, funding & confidence.
Breaking down barriers to reignite research careers.
Find out more: daphnejackson.org

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 29

Life can put research on pause, for family, health, or caring duties.
📊Most Daphne Jackson Fellows didn’t expect to take a break, but they did on average for 7 years. We helped them return.
Explore our unique retraining Fellowships: daphnejackson.org
#CareerBreak #ResearchReturners #EqualityInSTEM

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 23

Feel like you’re faking it at work? You’re not alone—62% of people experience imposter syndrome, especially returners. Our latest blog explores how shows it can manifest and how our fellowships help rebuild confidence.
🔗 daphnejackson.org/2025/07/tack...
#STEM #ImposterSyndrome #ReturnToResearch

Image shows a cycle of overcoming imposter syndrome - by recognising feelings, seeking support, regaining skills, building confidence and learning to thrive in your career.

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 16

Deadline extended!
A 3-year, part-time MSK research fellowship is open via the Daphne Jackson Trust & Orthopaedic Research UK.

For those returning after a 2+ year break. Any UK university or research institution.
Apply now: www.daphnejackson.org
#MSKResearch #Fellowship #DaphneJacksonTrust

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 15

A career break isn't the end - it's a pause.
Our unique Daphne Jackson Fellowships provide funding, retraining and mentorship to help you return to research.

Explore how we build Fellowships as unique as you: daphnejackson.org

#STEM #ResearchReturners #CareerRestart #DaphneJacksonTrust

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 9

Taken a 2+ year break from research due to caring, health or family?

Ready to return?

The Daphne Jackson Trust offers paid, part-time fellowships with retraining & support to restart your career.

www.daphnejackson.org

#ReturnToResearch #STEMCareers #CareerBreakSupport #DaphneJacksonTrust

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Daphne Jackson Trust @daphnejacksontr.bsky.social · Jul 8

Dr Donatella Banti blends chemistry and conservation to study how modern paintings crack and age.

Read more about this interdisciplinary fellowship:
daphnejackson.org/2025/07/crac...

#STEMReturners #WomenInSTEM #ScienceAndArt

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