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Winners of NCRM 20th Anniversary Impact Prize announced

NCRM is delighted to announce the winners of the NCRM 20th Anniversary Impact Prize.The prize was launched in spring 2024 to recognise the impacts of …

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Participatory research poses challenges to postgraduate researchers – here’s how we’re tackling the issue

As active members of the Participatory Research Network at the University of Sheffield, we are keenly aware of the challenges faced by postgraduate researchers (PGRs) …

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NCRM supports proposal for expansion of data skills training in the UK

NCRM has outlined its support for an expansion of data skills training for social scientists in the UK.In a new publication, the centre acknowledges that …

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How NCRM collaborates with researchers to meet their training needs

NCRM has been responding to the evolving needs of the social sciences community in the UK for 20 years. With a commitment to enhancing research …

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Nominations open for early-career researcher award

Nominations are open for a new award that will recognise the achievements of early-career researchers working in the survey sector.The Survey Futures Early Career Impact …

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The power of the podcast as a youth participatory research method

During the UK general election, we saw the two main parties trying to speak to the question of the power of youth. While Labour’s manifesto …

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The dance of co-production and arts in health: a collaborative prelude

Co-production is a harmonious dance where service providers, users and stakeholders sway together. It’s not a mere waltz; it’s a vibrant tango of authenticity, in a …

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Applications open for MethodsCon: Futures

NCRM has opened applications to attend MethodsCon: Futures, an in-person event that will take place over two days in Manchester.The free event, on 12-13 September 2024, …