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We organised a sessions for our Institute Academic Programme cohorts at Castle Meadow Campus this month, listening to external speakers and participating in trialogue discussions to develop best practice and improve research outcomes.
On 16th May, our policy commission held its second evidence session which focused on the role communities can play in driving transition to a low-carbon economy.
To mark the bicentenary of Lord Byron’s death, Nottingham is filling its calendar with talks, workshops and events to celebrate 200 years since the renowned poet’s death and the Institute of Policy and Engagement is no different.
On Saturday 1st of June, Nottingham’s Green Hustle Festival returns with loads of free activities, creative workshops, talks, live music, street entertainment, a pop-up garden and even a community cafe serving pay-what-you-feel meals.
Meet the University of Nottingham academics doing outstanding work with their research and initiatives
In March 2024, we launched a policy commission with former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and Honorary Professor Lord Watson, to investigate a just transition to net zero. In this blog, we explain some of the insights and discussions from the first witness session where representatives from industry, trade unions, and academia convened to explore how we can achieve a low-carbon economy.
This blog spotlights current research the team are supporting through the civic impact champions training programme. Read to learn more about the work of Mark Rawlinson, who is using photography to uncover new stories about The Meadows, Nottingham.
Our new Bright Sparks family talks launch this summer at the University of Nottingham’s Lakeside Arts! Find out what to expect from these engaging talks, designed for families to enjoy together and led by three of the University’s world-leading researchers.
Guest blog: Sally Hibbert explains her research into understanding the challenges and innovations of local meal services, funded by the Institute.
Every March, the University of Nottingham celebrates the social, economic, and political achievements of women. This year, we joined in by spotlighting some of the amazing initiatives led by women we have supported and have highlighted some in this blog.
Science in the Park 2024 was another incredibly successful event, with families across Nottingham taking part in fun and educational science-based activities at the beautiful Wollaton Hall. Check out this blog to see some of our favourite images from the event!
In this blog post, Dr Francesca Salvi connects the dots between national policy, local schools and researchers to suggests how collaboration between these parties may foster more sustainable practices in the United Kingdom.
This year, the University will be having a dedicated week of activities and events for staff and students highlighting some of the environmental and social issues we face across our campuses and how we are taking action to resolve these issues. From wellbeing walks to nature talks, there is something for everyone, including the public to get involved in across our UK campuses!
Discover how Science in the Park is created and the collaborations behind a sold out Public Engagement event.
PhD candidate in Politics, Manuel Hernandez-Gonzalez, shares his experience of working on a placement at the Institute for Policy and Engagement.
In this blog, we delve into the passions and research that motivates University of Nottingham academics to get involved in this year’s Festival of Science and Curiosity, as it returns to the city from the 5 – 16 February.
Introducing a series of blogs where our researchers reflect on the challenges of a post-Covid-19 world
This blog series showcases the outcomes from the projects selected for funding
Issues of migration and starting a new life in the UK are explored in these blogs