Public and Community Engagement with Research
This team is responsible for embedding and promoting a culture of engagement and collaboration between the public and researchers. This includes Oxford Sparks, Science Together, training and more.
See the Public Engagement with Research pages for more information.
Latest updates
New Case Study: Genome Detectives - Unleashing the Power of Online Citizen Science in Genomic Research
22 March 2024
Dr Frances Colles (Biology) talks through the Genome Detectives project, an online citizen science initiative designed to decode the complexities of bacterial genomes.
British Ecological Society Engagement Award, deadline 3 April
22 March 2024
The British Ecological Society Engagement Award recognises an ecologist who has ridged the gap between ecology and other groups. The award includes a cash prize of £1000.
MPLS Impact Awards, deadline 25 April
22 March 2024
In their twelfth year, these awards recognise and celebrate impacts achieved by researchers.
Nominate: John Maddox Prizes, deadline 20 May
22 March 2024
The John Maddox Prize from Sense About Science and Nature is a prestigious award presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to promoting sound science on a matter of public interest, whilst facing difficulty or hostility in doing so.
Royal Society Policy Associate Scheme, deadline 11 April
This scheme provides an opportunity for Royal Society funded University Research Fellows and Dorothy Hodgkin Fellows to undertake a secondment in a science policy environment.
Public Engagement
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Professor Nick Hawes
Academic Champion for Public Engagement with Research
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Dr Michaela Livingstone-Banks
Head of Public and Community Engagement with Research
michaela.livingstone@mpls.ox.ac.uk
+44 (0)1865 282595
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Charlotte Bird
Research Communications Coordinator (Digital) (covering for maternity leave)
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Dr Fiona Suttle
Research Communications Coordinator (Digital) (currently on maternity leave)
01865 282594
Latest Oxford Sparks Big Questions Podcast Episodes
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Can we talk to bees?
27 March 2024
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Why are people obsessed with how cute cats are?
13 March 2024
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How freaked out should I be about bed bugs?
28 February 2024
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When did we start kissing?
14 February 2024
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How do you stay warm in your house without central heating?
31 January 2024