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Lessons in Chemistry: Developing and Delivering Research-Based Workshops for Schools
Engaging with schools in a meaningful way requires careful planning, collaboration, and a deep understanding of both educational and scientific contexts. In this case study, we explore the journey of developing and delivering three research-based workshops designed for schools, each based on a different group in the Department of Chemistry.
Working in the best way for you
We spend so much of our time at work, so it’s really important to find effective ways to support ourselves. Below are listed some things to remember, as well as suggested methods to make our workdays more manageable and enjoyable. We have also highlighted some of the Ways of Working policies within the University, in case you want to find out more about what is available to you.
Movements to help through your working day
We know that lots of you already build movement and exercise into your working day, but if you’re not sure where to start or want some new, gentle inspiration, explore the following videos...
Personal and professional development
Our mental health and wellbeing have a significant tie to job or career satisfaction and personal and professional development. Here we have listed a number of ways we could move forward in our career or personal lives to improve our mental health – both in the workplace but also at home!
Taking a step for your mind – shifting your mindset
For Day Two of Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, we are thinking about what we can do to shift our mindset for better mental health, wellbeing, and quality of life. Small steps often lead to a happier future, so try to break down your goals if they are feeling a bit overwhelming.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 Resources
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 – Resources and Support
With the demands and challenges that we all face at work, we wanted to curate a single space that could support and protect our mental health. Here we have compiled all of the different resources shared throughout the MPLS Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 programme, and will continue to build on this with more resources.
Movements to help through your working day
We know that lots of you already build movement and exercise into your working day, but if you’re not sure where to start or want some new, gentle inspiration, explore the following videos...
Working in the best way for you
We spend so much of our time at work, so it’s really important to find effective ways to support ourselves.
Personal and professional development
Our mental health and wellbeing have a significant tie to job or career satisfaction and personal and professional development.
Taking a step for your mind – shifting your mindset
For Day Two of Mental Health Awareness Week 2024, we are thinking about what we can do to shift our mindset for better mental health, wellbeing, and quality of life. Small steps often lead to a happier future, so try to break down your goals if they are feeling a bit overwhelming.
AI for Everyone: Prof. Mike Wooldridge's Journey into Public Engagement
In the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI), the journey from research to public discourse is both challenging and essential. Prof. Mike Wooldridge (Professor of Computer Science, Dept. of Computer Sciences), has navigated this path with distinction, becoming a prominent and trusted voice in the public understanding of AI. This case study chronicles Mike’s journey into public engagement, highlighting his initial motivations, the milestones he has achieved, and the lessons learned along the way.
Climate Catalysts: Insights from policy, research and innovation
Join us for an engaging lunchtime discussion featuring three RisingWISE alumnae at the forefront of climate research, policy and impact.
Supporting and connecting the MPLS ‘HAFs’
Heads of Administration and Finance (HAF) play a vital leadership role in every department in the MPLS Division, helping to ensure the effective delivery of the University’s academic mission, working in partnership with their academic Heads of Department.
Three Minute Thesis Competition
Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by the University of Queensland. First run in 2008, 3MT® has grown to become a global competition, with universities around the world holding their own events. The exercise challenges doctoral students to present a compelling talk on their thesis topic and its significance in just 180 seconds to a non-specialist audience.
Genome Detectives: Unleashing Online Citizen Science for Genomic Research
In a leap towards integrating public involvement in scientific discovery, Dr Frances Colles, Departmental Lecturer in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases based in the Maiden Lab in the Department of Biology, leads the Genome Detectives project, an online citizen science initiative designed to decode the complexities of bacterial genomes. This successful project not only democratised scientific research but also showcased the potential of citizen contributions to advancing genomic science.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
Welcome to the MPLS Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 programme! Since 2021, MPLS has been running a week-long programme of activities in May for anyone across the University who wants to prioritise their mental health. UNFORTUNATELY WE ARE NO LONGER TAKING BOOKINGS.