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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 1d

Are you an open science advocate? Or are you a little more sceptical?

Our explainer post about open science details the movement and its aims. What are your thoughts as #mentalhealth or #addiction researchers? 💭

Open Science – Mental Health Research

All mental health researchers are rightly concerned about conducting ethical, valuable and reproducible research. Open science is a movement towards making research not only totally transparent, but…

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 1d

In case you missed it, our latest case study explores how researchers wear many hats, including working with policy makers and teaching, as well as data collection and analysis.

Read more about Dr Simona Skripkauskaite's career journey, using the link below 👇

Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 6d

"My career path has been winding, but my motivation has never wavered."

💼 In our latest case study, Dr Simona Skripkauskaite reflects on variety - both in her career path as a #mentalhealth #researcher, and in her day-to-day.

Read more: 🔎
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/case-studies...

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TOPIC Research Team @topicgroup.bsky.social · 6d

📣 We're recruiting 2 funded (UK home-fees) PhD students for our All About Me project - exploring strengths-based assessment in neurodivergent children/young people transitioning from Early Years to Primary, and Primary to Secondary. More info here: lnkd.in/e36645GY Deadline Wednesday 22nd Oct

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 2d

Do you have a great #mentalhealth or #addiction research idea but not sure where to look for #funding?

Our funding advice can set you in the right direction, with information about the different types of funding available🪧
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/funding-for-...

Funding for mental health research – Mental Health Research

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NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) @nihr-rss.bsky.social · 3d

Upcoming NIHR RSS Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship online webinars (Mental Health and Neuroscience)

1. Overview session
23 October 25
10.00-11.30am
Register: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

2. Masterclass session
13 Nov 25
10.00-11.30am
Register: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 6d

🚨Fully Funded PhD Alert🚨
Topic: Conversational AI for Global Adolescent Mental Health: Evidence and Co-design with Young People 🌍
Supervisor: Prof Mina Fazel @oxfordpsychiatry.bsky.social

For details & how to apply, click the link below. Please share with anyone interested! 👇
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Conversational AI for Global Adolescent Mental Health: Evidence and Co-design with Young People

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 6d

"My career path has been winding, but my motivation has never wavered."

💼 In our latest case study, Dr Simona Skripkauskaite reflects on variety - both in her career path as a #mentalhealth #researcher, and in her day-to-day.

Read more: 🔎
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/case-studies...

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 7d

Do you have an opportunity to share with #mentalhealth & #addiction researchers? 🤔

Our #OppUp page lists upcoming events, funding calls & more for mental health & addiction researchers and we'd love to share yours!

Submit your entry below 👇
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/opportunities-update

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NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) @nihr-rss.bsky.social · 7d

📣 Job Vacancy: The RSS Hub delivered by the University of York and Partners are appointing a Research Fellow to play a key role as an RSS Advisor specialising in the provision of advice and support on research inclusion

Find out more and to apply: jobs.york.ac.uk/vacancy/rese...

#researchinclusion

Jobs - The University of York

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 9d

Are you interested in #addiction research? Do you want to bridge the gap between addiction research & implementation into clinical practice?

The Addiction Research and Practice SIG is the place for you - network, discuss latest research & more!

Join here:
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/addiction-sig

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 13d

"Research can be unpredictable...Enjoy the process, learn from failures, and celebrate discoveries."

In this case study, Dr Ruth Plackett shares her adventures in bridging academia, policy, and practice, alongside some top tips for researchers.

📢 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/case-studies...

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NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre @oxhealthbrc.bsky.social · 14d

📢 The Digital Youth x MindTech Conference is on 13 Nov at County Hall, London.
Hear from experts incl. Dr Amy Orben & OH BRC Prof Cathy Creswell as the 4-year programme wraps.

Explore youth voice, research innovation & industry partnerships.

Early bird registration: tinyurl.com/2bv9w44u

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NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) @nihr-rss.bsky.social · 20d

NIHR RSS Online Grant Writing Workshop ✍️

Want to turn your health or social care research idea into a funded project? Join us for an online event designed to help you craft your proposal for NIHR Funding

6 Nov 25, 10am - 1pm

Find out more and to register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-resea...

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NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) @nihr-rss.bsky.social · 14d

Upcoming NIHR RSS three half-day workshops for new researchers

We introduce NIHR Funding Awards for new researchers, how to pick a good research area, how to choose a supervisory team and how to design and write a funding application

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 14d

Research can be lonely.

That's why the Mental Health Research Community Map allows you to find other nearby #mentalhealth & #addiction researchers.

Discover and collaborate with researchers who are working in your areas of interest!

📍 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/mental-healt...

Mental Health Research Community Map – Mental Health Research

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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 14d

Thank you to everyone that attended the recent NIHR Three Schools’ Mental Health Programme Webinar 'Women’s prisons: how can we engage lived experience to improve primary care for women with severe mental illness?' A recording of the session is now available on YouTube: youtu.be/OSOq3LcX5po?...

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Dr Hassan Awan @drhassanawan.bsky.social · 14d

🌱 Just back from the @mhrincubator.bsky.social NIHR #GROW2025 Retreat York, feeling humbled & inspired by incredible colleagues.
Key reflections:
✍️ Write daily & build methodological expertise.
💡 Small grants can spark big policy impact.
🧭 Know yourself, your values & vision.
#MentalHealthResearch

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 15d

Don't forget - MQ Mental Health will be opening expressions of interest for 2026 Fellowship funding on 3 Nov!

The MQ Fellowships are aimed at researchers interested in launching their own independent research career, with grants of up to £250,000.

Learn more:
www.mqmentalhealth.org/research-pro...

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 22d

It's a busy week here at the MHR Incubator, as we embark on our second trip, this month, to facilitate the Welcome Residential for GROW 2025.🎯🌱

We're excited to meet our new cohort and host a variety of activities, including an intro to coaching & networking. See you soon! 👋

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 22d

Looking for the next step in your #mentalhealth or #addiction career? Check out our #OppsUp - a live listing of open & upcoming career development opportunities.

Filter by type or career stage. You can even advertise your own relevant opportunities!
mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/opportunitie...

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 23d

....and we're back! 🚀

We're buzzing about what we got up to at our Paper Writing Retreat 2025 for #mentalhealth & #addiction researchers!

Whilst we work on our recap, please enjoy the below snaps & register your interest for future retreats:
📢 mentalhealthresearch.org.uk/writing-retr...

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Tim Woodhouse @tim-woodhouse.bsky.social · 27d

Half way through and it's incredible!

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Addiction research and practice specialist interest group @mhiaddictionsig.bsky.social · 26d

😍See below all!💃
www.gov.uk/government/n...

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UK invests in next generation of research talent to tackle drug and alcohol addiction

People experiencing addiction will have a ramped-up support system as UK government tackles the country’s critical shortage of world-class researchers in addiction healthcare.

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Mirela Zaneva @iammirela.bsky.social · 26d

a wonderful few days at a writing retreat with @mhrincubator.bsky.social got lots of writing done & met some great colleagues 📝🔬 do check out for future retreat dates and other events mentalhealthresearch.org.uk

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Mental Health Research Incubator @mhrincubator.bsky.social · 28d

The MHR Incubator team are off for our Paper Writing Retreat held at the gorgeous Charney Manor! We're excited to knuckle down and focus on our work, whilst also enjoying stretching, walks & other fun planned activities. ✍️ 🌳🎯

See you on the other side! 👋

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