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Anna Frances Vignoles is a British educationalist and economist. She is the Director of the Leverhulme Trust, taking up her… more

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by Anna Vignoles

annavignoles.bsky.social
In case you missed this, we have a fabulous evening lined up talking about the importance of research and knowledge. Seems very timely and great to partner with @expeditions.bsky.social and 5x15 ... Do come along.

www.5x15.com/events/5x15-...
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by Anna Vignoles

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Grants going 👇
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 6d
We invite applications for British Academy/Leverhulme Senior Research Fellowships 2025. The scheme supports established and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences wishing to complete research through a sustained period of leave for one year. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3VMeTZ9
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Susan J. Smith, Gillian Douglas

britishacademy.bsky.social
We invite applications for British Academy/Leverhulme Senior Research Fellowships 2025. The scheme supports established and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences wishing to complete research through a sustained period of leave for one year. Apply now: https://bit.ly/3VMeTZ9
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by Anna Vignoles

annavignoles.bsky.social
@leverhulme.ac.uk is supporting this fantastic BA podcast for early career researchers.

It's an exciting but stressful transition period for many and sharing experiences is definitely helpful. Enjoy!!
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The British Academy @britishacademy.bsky.social · 16d
Our new podcast by ECRs, for ECRs is here. Tune in as researchers share their academia survival tips.

The first episodes of Confessions of an Early Career Researcher are available now. Subscribe for our final episodes, going live 15 October. https://bit.ly/47PXZQH
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Susan J. Smith

britishacademy.bsky.social
Our new podcast by ECRs, for ECRs is here. Tune in as researchers share their academia survival tips.

The first episodes of Confessions of an Early Career Researcher are available now. Subscribe for our final episodes, going live 15 October. https://bit.ly/47PXZQH
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by Anna Vignoles

annavignoles.bsky.social
On the need for public investment....
investinbritain.bsky.social
Invest In Britain @investinbritain.bsky.social · 18d
They argue that the £113bn additional investment announced since last year’s Budget is a “useful step in the right direction”, but this still leaves public investment flat as a share of GDP over the parliament – and lower than both the OECD and the UK post-war averages.
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investinbritain.bsky.social
They argue that the £113bn additional investment announced since last year’s Budget is a “useful step in the right direction”, but this still leaves public investment flat as a share of GDP over the parliament – and lower than both the OECD and the UK post-war averages.
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by Anna Vignoles

annavignoles.bsky.social
So proud of this collection and thanks to @expeditions.bsky.social for putting this together. Our aim is not just to showcase excellent @leverhulme.ac.uk research but to also highlight the value of blue skies research and knowledge generally. More important than ever. Please do spread the word.
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 23d
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with @expeditions.bsky.social, the Philip Leverhulme Prize Collection, highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge as widely as possible. Read more about this exciting partnership: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/EXPedit... @annavignoles.bsky.social
Black background with gold swirls. Headshot of Professor Anna Vignoles: "Philip Leverhulme Prizes recognise the contributions of outstanding researchers. As part of our centenary celebrations, we are thrilled to collaborate with EXPeditions on the joint mission of sharing knowledge more widely by showcasing some of these extraordinary academics." Leverhulme Trust logo, EXPeditions logo, URL: leverhulme.ac.uk/news
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Lesley A. Hall, Margot C. Finn

leverhulme.ac.uk
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with @expeditions.bsky.social, the Philip Leverhulme Prize Collection, highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge as widely as possible. Read more about this exciting partnership: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/EXPedit... @annavignoles.bsky.social
Black background with gold swirls. Headshot of Professor Anna Vignoles: "Philip Leverhulme Prizes recognise the contributions of outstanding researchers. As part of our centenary celebrations, we are thrilled to collaborate with EXPeditions on the joint mission of sharing knowledge more widely by showcasing some of these extraordinary academics." Leverhulme Trust logo, EXPeditions logo, URL: leverhulme.ac.uk/news
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by Anna Vignoles

annavignoles.bsky.social
One of our Early Career Fellows Dr Thea Sommerschield getting lots of attention for her AI tool to read ancient inscriptions @leverhulme.ac.uk @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Gaps in what we know about ancient Romans could be filled by AI
A new system fills in missing words from ancient inscriptions carved on monuments and everyday objects.
www.bbc.co.uk
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tah-sci.com
*Please promote!*

The Martingale Foundation is trying to increase access to postgraduate degrees for talented students facing financial barriers to doing so. I'll be giving up time this year to support the cohort, please encourage applications 🙂

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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles

profsimonfisher.bsky.social
The Max Planck Society @maxplanck.de shares 12 highlights of 2024 research across diverse fields, including first photo of a star beyond the Milky Way, sequences of oldest modern human genomes, a wild orangutan treating wounds with a medicinal plant, + our paper on genes, musicality & Beethoven: 🧪
Research highlights 2024
The year 2024 saw Max Planck scientists publishing exceptional research across disciplines. We have selected twelve highlights to share.
www.mpg.de
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Alison Park

christophersmith.bsky.social
What would it look like to reimagine #arts and #humanities as a vital and creative force for change at the heart of #science?
For 25 years, the Arts and Humanities Research Council has supported the transformation of our understanding of ourselves through research...
Arts and Humanities Research Council 25 years of excellence and impact against a colourful background
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leverhulme.ac.uk
Nominations are now open for the Trust’s Philip Leverhulme Prizes, which are awarded in six broad subject areas and worth £100,000 each for two to three years. Deadline Wednesday 14 May 2025, 4pm. www.leverhulme.ac.uk/philip-lever...
Philip Leverhulme Prizes topics: Archaeology, Chemistry, Economics, Engineering, Geography, and Languages and Literatures
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Every year we have a fascinating set of projects that come from our Emeritus Fellows: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/grants...

There is still time to apply for this scheme: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/emerit... Closing date is 30 January 2025, 4pm. 
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles

acadsocsciences.bsky.social
“Education, in particular, is an entirely collective & social endeavour.”
On #InternationalDayofEducation why not listen to this episode of the We Society podcast with @annavignoles.bsky.social ( @leverhulme.bsky.social ) on equity & value in education.
Listen now👂 ➡️ https://buff.ly/3DZf5yD
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles

adalovelaceinst.bsky.social
Some experts see AI as presenting transformative opportunities for teachers and schools. But does the hype match the reality?

Our landscape review with @nuffieldfoundation.org details issues raised by AI EdTech and highlights areas for future research.

www.adalovelaceinstitute.org/report/a-lea...
A learning curve?
A Iandscape review of AI and education in the UK
www.adalovelaceinstitute.org
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles

oxforddemsci.bsky.social
Demographers make #DemographyDay. We’re proud to be working with our funders and partners to support the next generation of demographers https://buff.ly/3P0Uz2Q

@leverhulme.bsky.social @annavignoles.bsky.social @oxpop.bsky.social @nuffieldcollege.bsky.social @cpc-cg.bsky.social
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leverhulme.ac.uk
The Trust is thrilled to share our new media collection showcasing the research we fund across the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences. Check it out now: media.leverhulme.ac.uk

@annavignoles.bsky.social
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Stephanie Pitts, Gillian Douglas

britishacademy.bsky.social
The BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants scheme is now open for applications. This opportunity allows postdoctoral – or equivalent – scholars in the humanities and social sciences to apply for funding to support their research projects. Learn more: buff.ly/BrfBwSt
White banner with an image of a researcher focused on her work. The words 'BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grants' are written on the right-hand side
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, Todd Landman

leverhulme.ac.uk
The Leverhulme Research Centre competition aims to encourage original research that seeks to transform our understanding of an important topic in contemporary society. This year, we are proud to fund three new centres in the arts, humanities and social sciences.

@annavignoles.bsky.social
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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · Apr 9
Today, the Trust Board announced the winners of the 2025 Leverhulme Research Centre competition. Congratulations to the Leverhulme Centre for Algorithmic Life, Leverhulme Centre for Humanity and Space and Leverhulme Centre for Research on Slavery in War. Read more: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/2025LRC
White writing against a black background with gold swirls: “In our centenary year, the Trust Board is proud to invest a further £30 million to fund three new centres across the arts, humanities and social sciences”. Circle cropped headshot of Professor Anna Vignoles, Leverhulme Trust logo and URL leverhulme.ac.uk/news
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles

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If you missed our @bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk annual conference, you can catch up here: www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk/events/annua... (& if you were there you might be in one of the photos!)
Bennett Institute for Public Policy Annual Conference 2025 - Bennett Institute for Public Policy
Below are recordings and photos from the Annual Conference 2025, where leading experts shared insights and ideas for tackling some of today’s most pressing policy challenges.
www.bennettinstitute.cam.ac.uk
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leverhulme.ac.uk
ICYMI, The Trust is thrilled to team up with @acadsocsciences.bsky.social and @nuffieldfoundation.org to produce the We Society Podcast. Together we will promote innovative social science research that benefits society.

Read here: www.leverhulme.ac.uk/news/new-pod...

@annavignoles.bsky.social
Headshot of Anna Vignoles with her quote in a blue box with white text: The Trust supports blue skies research, and as you will hear on some of the podcasts, it is striking just how important ‘out of the box’ thinking is to tackling the real-world challenges faced by our society today. In our centenary year, we are thrilled to be collaborating with such like-minded institutions as the Academy of Social Sciences and the Nuffield Foundation on the next few seasons of this compelling podcast. Logos of Academy of Social Sciences, Nuffield Foundation, Leverhulme Trust.
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Reposted by: Anna Vignoles, James Daybell

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Very pleased to say we will be hosting this year's National Postdoctoral Conference on Thursday 18th September. Open to early career researchers across all disciplines. People can register their interest here www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/events/natio...
Early Career Researcher Network: National Postdoctoral Conference
The British Academy Early Career Researcher Network is delighted to host the National Postdoctoral Conference on Thursday, 18th September 2025.
www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk
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leverhulme.ac.uk
Theoretical statistician and Philip Leverhulme Prize winner, Po-Ling Loh @uniofcam.bsky.social discusses hypothesis testing and a famous experiment involving cups of tea.

Watch here: media.leverhulme.ac.uk/video/tea-la... @bradyharan.bsky.social
An illustration of a lady holding a cup of tea next to a graph showing a range from 0-6, with the text Tea Lady Experiment.
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wonkhe.bsky.social
This week on Wonkhe: For Anna Vignoles the value in higher education comes from the diversity and range of what it does, and may not be measurable in a single metric
Different kinds of value, different kinds of higher education
For Anna Vignoles the value in higher education comes from the diversity and range of what it does, and may not be measurable in a single metric
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leverhulme.ac.uk
Season 8 of the We Society podcast is here! In this first episode, host Will Hutton @acadsocsciences.bsky.social is joined by @gavin-kelly.bsky.social, CEO @nuffieldfoundation.org, to discuss the economic inactivity crisis in the UK. Tune in! podfollow.com/the-we-socie...
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leverhulme.ac.uk
Check out articles of projects that we recently funded in our media collection.

1. Jason Hall’s project @exeter.ac.uk examines how scientists, educators and literary writers comprehended Earth’s physical reality in new and imaginative ways. media.leverhulme.ac.uk/feature/jhall
Earth viewed from the moon, surface of the moon in the foreground.
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In the latest ep of The We Society, Prof Andy Tatem, Director of @worldpop-uos.bsky.social @unisouthampton.bsky.social joins Will Hutton to discuss how innovative approaches to population data can help governments in the Global South with resource allocation and policymaking
🎙️ tinyurl.com/2s4ch2xn
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productivity.bsky.social
🚨 How can the UK embed pro-productivity policy across govt? 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/joining-up...
Join TPI & @niesrorg.bsky.social on 9 July in London for a new publication launch & panel feat. @tomforth.co.uk, @dianecoyle1859.bsky.social, @bartvanark.bsky.social, @annavignoles.bsky.social & more.
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