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Longitudinal research frequently seeks to understand not only whether people or other units change over time, but also whether they differ in their starting points, …
We are pleased to invite you to the next AI Survey Network webinar, taking place on Thursday 22 October 2026, 13:00–14:00, via Microsoft Teams. The …
This free online workshop will explore whether nonresponse follow-ups are still needed for web surveys of the UK general population.The workshop, Are nonresponse follow-ups to web …
The next event in the QUEST/NCRM/SCDTP free seminar series takes place online on 23rd April 2026, 13:00-14:30.Investigating topics that are emotionally demanding, because of the stress …
NCRM's Collaborative and Participatory Methodological Special Interest Group are launching their fourth annual Critical Conversations webinar series in March 2026.Creating a space for critical …
NCRM has held a public debate on whether AI is the future of health and social science.The event took place at University College London on …
Registration is open for a new series of short courses that will explore various approaches to large-scale data analysis.The four NCRM courses will cover traditional …
A new series of free videos explores various approaches to big qualitative data analysis.The series offers vital methodological guidance through four distinct sessions: Big Qualitative …