Engaging Public with Research at University of Leeds
Explore the diverse activities and initiatives driving public engagement with research at the University of Leeds. Discover the vision, principles, and impact of engaging non-academic audiences in meaningful and beneficial interactions. Learn about the STAR Framework for Public Engagement and the dedicated PE team supporting innovative research projects.
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Vision By 2020 all research projects at the University of Leeds will include an appropriate engagement activity. public engagement with research
PE @ UoL By public we mean any group of individuals in the civic society of all ages, including local, national and international communities. Public engagement with research (PE) describes activities where members of staff engage with or involve non academic audiences for the purpose of impactful research. There are different forms of PE which are appropriate for different disciplines, different individuals and different audiences. All forms are characterised by working with others in a respectful way generating mutual benefit, therefore adding value. public engagement with research
Engaged research cycle develop disseminate e.g. online consultation, panels and user groups, deliberation and upstream engagement e.g. podcasting, delivering engaging presentations, writing for non-specialist audiences Engaged research cycle do e.g. co-enquiry, communities of practice, engaging the public as researchers public engagement with research
STAR Framework for Public Engagement Social Trust Accountability Relevance Research is more finely tuned to society s needs responsibility Research institutions are seen to act in socially responsible ways, minimising their environmental footprint Those with a stake in the impact of research feel they can influence investment priorities Researchers are trusted to act ethically and responsibly Innovation flourishes as new ideas & insights flow into HEIs Research outputs are easily accessible and widely used Research institutions are seen to act in socially responsible ways, supporting social mobility New, controversial areas of research are debated and public attitudes taken account of The purposes and impact of research are understood and valued by wider society Young people see research careers as relevant and attractive public engagement with research
PE team Support Championship Bespoke research proposal support Pepnet evaluation People development Development of training for UG, PG and staff Museum partnerships Engagement Excellence Scheme Awards and promotion Communication High profile platforms Better internal and external communication Data collection public engagement with research
PE Opportunities for PhDs Pint of Science Leeds PubHD Leeds Bright Club Leeds Life Long Learning Centre Be Curious National Media Museum: Lates and Science Week Volunteering at Thackray Medical Museum Voice of Young Science Programme British Science Association: Local WY branch UWE Science Communication Masterclass FameLab public engagement with research
Contact Dr Charlotte Haigh Academic Lead for PE Dr Alexa Ruppertsberg Head of PE Jennie Hall PE Administrator peteam@leeds.ac.uk www.leeds.ac.uk/pepnet T: x31149 @UniLeedsEngage public engagement with research
