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The Institute's mission is to support the exchange of knowledge and ideas to enrich policy making, inspire people, support communities, transform lives and shape a better future.
The Institute connects Nottingham's world-leading researchers with the public and policymakers to share insight and solve problems. We work with academic experts from across the university who want to create real impact by providing training, advice and expertise.
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We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for our 2025 Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards. Now in its sixth year, these awards celebrate the exceptional contributions of University of Nottingham staff and academics in shaping public policy, engaging communities, and making research accessible beyond academia.
From influencing government policies to engaging directly with schools and communities, we take immense pride in the work done by University of Nottingham academics to drive meaningful change on local, national, and global scales. Their work highlights the transformative power of research in informing critical decisions and how it serves to inspire and empower our communities. Together, we are addressing some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
Read our blog to meet this year's shortlisted nominees
We are celebrating another incredibly successful Science in the Park, as our 2025 event fulfilled its promise to be bigger and better than ever! Organised by the Institute for Policy and Engagement in collaboration with Nottingham Trent University and Wollaton Hall, this annual festival has become one of Nottingham's most anticipated events and this year once again showed why.
Science in the Park 2025 showcased an exciting blend of returning favourites and brand-new exhibits designed to inspire curiosity and ignite a love for STEM. Wollaton Hall was once again transformed into a vibrant hub of scientific discovery, offering hands-on experiences, live demonstrations, and engaging conversations with scientists and researchers.
Read more about what happened this year at this popular annual event
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