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Research Symposium 2025

The symposium will be preceded by a call for contributions inviting practitioners to submit an abstract on their work as a stimulus presentation or case study to support the discussions.

This symposium is designed to provide reflections, ways of working, evaluation and improvement tools for existing and developing research cultures across the sector. The symposium builds on insights from REF29 requirements as they take shape with time.  

The symposium will be preceded by a call for contributions, inviting practitioners to submit an abstract on their work as a presentation or workshop to support the discussions. 

Event Information

Date: TBC

Place: Virtual

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Symposium themes

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Who should attend?

  • Researchers, administrative, and other colleagues seeking to bring change to their research environments.  
  • Policy makers and funding agencies.  
  • Anyone passionate about enhancing research practices, fostering collaboration, and building a wide research community.   
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Learning outcomes

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Facilitators

Expert keynotes and panellists will join our senior consultants to share the latest thinking and enhancements in research culture. 

Dr. Ireen Litvak-Zur

Senior Consultant, Research
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Advance HE
Dr. Ireen Litvak-Zur
Dr. Ireen Litvak-Zur is a Senior Consultant, Research at Advance HE. She directs a wide range of programmes where research and leadership intersect, including Research Leadership Development Programme, Research Team Leadership, and Success on The Board. Ireen holds a PhD in international relations and specializes in negotiation and team dynamics. She was formerly an international relations university lecturer.

Charles Knight

Assistant Director, Knowledge & Innovation
,
Advance HE
Charles Knight
Charles is an academic leader with a proven track record of delivery in the areas of learning teaching and enterprise. Before joining Advance HE, he was Associate Dean (Student Experience) at Salford Business School where he worked with colleagues to introduce a series of innovative practices including short technical qualifications, block teaching and an increased emphasis on the use of simulations and experimental learning.