Are you a PGR student interested in applying for the 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) and potentially becoming a 3MT winner?
If so, join us on Monday 25 March for an expert look at how to prepare a winning entry with expert public engagement trainer Dr Jamie Gallagher.
Dr Gallagher is a seasoned science communicator who is adept at connecting with diverse audiences, having shared his research via stage, radio and TV. He is both a previous International 3MT Competition winner and a FameLab UK runner-up.
Open to all University of Liverpool Postgraduate Researchers, the workshop, entitled Short Talk, Lasting Impression, will explain how to develop a compelling narrative, design effective slides, and how to tailor your presentation style to meet the specific requirements of the 3MT Competition.
- When: 9:30am-12pm Monday 25 March 2024
- Where: in person, Central Liverpool Campus Venue
- Register now: Click here to sign-up
It is increasingly important to be able to communicate your research in an accessible and succinct style suitable for a range of audiences. The 3MT is a fantastic way to develop these presentation and public-engagement skills whilst also competing for prizes and the prestige of becoming a 3MT winner.
You can find out more about the competition rules, eligibility requirements and the entry process for the University of Liverpool 3MT Competition 2024 by visiting this page. Here you will find a link to the recent online introductory session, delivered by The Academy Researcher Development team. You can read about the experience of last year’s winner in this blogpost.
Submit your 3MT entry
The deadline to submit your 3MT entry for the Faculty Heats is 2pm on Monday 8 April 2024.
The first ten submissions will each receive a prize of Presentation Clickers.
Further events and information
The team are also running a series of PGR Lunch and Learn events:
Demystifying the REF
Thursday 14 March 1pm-2pm, Online
This session will provide an introduction to the Research Excellence Framework and is designed for those who are new to the REF or have questions about it. During the session, participants will hear about why REF matters, how we did in recent exercises and preparations for the upcoming REF 2029. Participants will have a chance to hear from two UoL colleagues who have been involved in REF preparations locally and nationally and to ask any questions.
A lens on the RD Concordat: it’s national strategic importance to you
Monday 18 March 2024, 1pm – 2pm, In-person
Join us for a Lunch & Learn with the national lead for the Researcher Development Concordat. During this session, Tom Rowe will provide insight into ongoing activities and priorities of the Concordat Strategy Group (RDCSG), the governing body for the Concordat, and what this might mean for researchers.
For more information about all upcoming sessions, visit the PGR Development Hub
Research Hub
The Academy’s Researcher Development and Culture Team is committed to offering support for all researchers, academics, research-enabling staff and postgraduate researchers at all career levels, providing opportunities and developing initiatives that meet their career aspirations.
Colleagues are encouraged to regularly access the Researcher Hub for a range of on-demand development opportunities to support professional practice, supplementing the live upcoming researcher development activities