Leap into research – March 2016
This was a three day event jointly organised by RIO and Information Services. Exclusively for researchers and PhD students at Edinburgh Napier University, Leap into research ran from Wednesday 2nd March till Friday 4th March in the Glass Room at Merchiston.
On Wednesday morning the Principal opened the event with a Welcome speech. Following this were three days of briefings and workshops presented by RIO and Information Services staff.
“I thought it was valuable event to attend and taught me a lot about the different aspects of research which I had not previously considered” (Attendee feedback)
Topics were varied, including ‘Research and the literature review’, ‘Finding UK funding and applying to research funders’, ‘Writing for publication’, ‘Altmetrics and social media’ to hands-on practical workshops in ‘Using the research Repository’ and ‘Keeping up to date with research’. The full programme is available online.
“Very informative speakers” (Attendee feedback)
Wednesday afternoon’s Panel Discussion on Impact proved very interesting with researchers at key stages in their careers describing how they got to where they are now. Don’t give up and keep networking were key pieces of advice given by Panel members.
Opportunities for networking were provided. The Research Lunch and Showcase on Thursday included stands promoting the services and resources available to support researchers at the University eg. Careers, Library, IT, Public Engagement, Enterprise Campus, Research Professional and Write Now.
“The 'buzz' of academics and research students interacting; a very dynamic encounter” (Attendee feedback)
Leap into research finished with a relaxed, social event on Friday afternoon, Meet the Researchers. Alistair Sambell, Vice Principal and Deputy Vice Chancellor, gave the closing speech.
“More of these events would suit me” (Attendee feedback)
The final lecture was given by external speaker Professor Paul Whitty, from Oxford Brookes University who spoke about Research data and Arts Practice. Selected presentations from Leap into research are now available online in Session Details.