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Judges needed for the Early Career Researcher Showcase (02 July 2025)

We would like to invite all students and staff to join the official judging team for the Early Career Researcher Showcase!

This inaugural event takes place on Wednesday 02 July 2025 at the South Kensington Campus and is a celebration of the research being carried out by the ECR community at Imperial.

The event features a competition where participants communicate their research via a three-minute presentation pitch aimed at a layperson. 

Judges will be assessing participants on:

  • the ability to explain their research in a way that can be shared with the public.
  • the visual impact & creativity of the presentation pitch.

Judges will be allocated approximately four presenters to visit and assess their three-minute presentation pitches. There are two judging time slots to pick from: Judging Slot 1 (11.00-12.00) or  Judging Slot 2 (11:30-12.30).

This is a fantastic opportunity to hear more about the sorts of research taking place across Imperial.

Please complete the following form to volunteer.

If you have any questions about being a judge, please contact us.

Find out more 

Student Awards for Outstanding Achievement (nominations deadline: 15 June)

Do you know a student with an outstanding achievement?

Whether it is exceptional charity work, a sporting success, outstanding leadership roles, creative arts endeavours or contributions to societal causes, we want to spotlight the work of our incredible students!

Nominations are now open for the Student Awards for Outstanding Achievement.

You are invited to nominate students for consideration for this award. Undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible for nomination, and you are welcome to nominate as many students as you wish for consideration. Nominees must be enrolled as students on the deadline date to be eligible.

These awards are to recognise and commend outstanding achievement beyond the academic subject area. Academic achievement is not relevant and will not be considered. The aim of the award is to recognise students who have made a singular substantial contribution to an activity outside of their studies / research. Examples of past winners can be found on the awards’ webpage.

To nominate a student, complete the form by no later than 17.00 on Sunday 15 June 2025.

 

Global Young Scientists Summit 2026 – Call for Expressions of Interest (Deadline 30 June)

Imperial has been asked to nominate up to five researchers to attend the National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF) Global Young Scientists Summit (GYSS) in Singapore from 6-10 January 2026.

Since 2013, the GYSS has been bridging the gap between aspiring researchers and the foremost scientists and technologists of various fields. All attendees – whether on-site or online – will have the opportunity to engage and connect with distinguished speakers, which include recipients of the Nobel Prize, Fields Medal, Turing Award and Millennium Technology Prize.
The Summit offers a series of activities, including live plenary lectures, panel discussions, Q&A sessions, and networking platforms. Participants will also stand a chance to:

  1. Be part of small group informal sessions with their pre-selected speaker(s);
  2. Present their research on stage or through poster sessions; and
  3. Visit institutes of higher learning and other prominent landmarks in Singapore.

Access this link to view the highlights from past Summits, and visit our website for additional info.

Important Notes
Please note that the GYSS 2026 does not cover flights and transport to the hotel, these will have to be arranged at your own cost or through alternative funding.

Participant Eligibility
Applications should be:

  • Post-doctoral researchers or equivalent (≤5 years after obtaining PhD degree at the time of the Summit)
  • PhD students

All applications should meet the following criteria:

  • Show a genuine interest in science and research;
  • Show a strong commitment to their principal field of study and to interdisciplinary work;
  • Received the endorsement of Imperial College London (i.e. nominated through this invitation process);
  • Be fluent in English to actively participate in discussions;
  • Not have participated on-site in previous GYSS, with the exception for GYSS 2021 and 2022 (online editions); and
  • Not have a permanent position (in general, scientists with permanent positions, in particular the professor/tenure level, will not be admitted to the Summit).

We strongly encourage applications from a wide distribution of genders.

For clarity, the Summit or ECRI will NOT cover:

  • International travel arrangements / costs to and from Singapore;
  • Hotel accommodation for locally-based Participants.

SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

DEADLINE: Please submit your expression of interest by 5:00 PM on Monday 30 June.

Survey – Postdoc experience and career progression (deadline: 01 July 2025)

This is a survey for a subject in the Postgraduate Programme in Higher Education of the University of Manchester, to identify tools and resources available for postdoctoral STEM researchers and their career progression within UK universities. Your survey is completely anonymous and the data will be only used to elaborate the report.

Take the survey

Survey: Insights into EU Researchers in the UK (deadline: 20 June)

CONNECTS-UK is conducting a survey to better understand the experiences, needs, and opinions of EU researchers currently based in the UK

This survey aims to characterise the EU research community in the UK and gather data on EU researchers’ needs, experiences, and opinions. The findings will inform a public policy report that contributes to policy discussions on EU–UK scientific relations post-Brexit, focusing on themes such as research collaboration, mobility, funding, higher education, and professional networks.

The survey covers the following topics:

  • Mobility and migration

  • Participation in EU research programmes, networks, and funding

  • Research collaborations

  • Higher education and research employment

  • Impacts of post-Brexit policy

  • Linguistic dynamics

CONNECTS-UK invites EU researchers currently based in the UK, at all career stages and in all disciplines, to complete the survey. Broad participation will ensure the data reflects the diversity and realities of the community and will help shape the future of EU researchers in the UK through collective input.

The data will be used to produce an evidence-based report to support policy dialogue. CONNECTS-UK is in contact with policy stakeholders in both the UK and the EU, who have expressed interest in the results and the insights the community can offer.

All responses are anonymous and collected in compliance with GDPR (click here to see how data is handled). No identifying information is requested, and data will be reported only in aggregated form.

Participate in the survey by clicking here

Horizon Europe: Become an Expert Evaluator – Webinar (19 June 2025)

The European Commission is holding a dedicated webinar to explain how individuals can become an expert evaluator for Horizon Europe on 19 June 2025 from 9:30-12:30pm CEST.

The webinar will provide an overview of how to become an expert, and the types of activities experts can undertake, as well as insights from an experienced evaluator.

Experts can be from all career stages, taking into account professional expertise and experience, language skills, geographical and business-sector balance, gender balance, and the absence of conflict of interest.

Becoming an expert is an excellent way to gain a better understanding of the evaluation process and how to write a successful proposal.

No registration is required and more information, including the joining instructions, can be found on the event website.

Launch of the new CNRS-Imperial International Research Lab, Ayrton Bleriot Engineering Lab (12 June)

We are pleased to invite you to the Launch of the new CNRS-Imperial International Research Lab, Ayrton Bleriot Engineering Lab, on the 12th of June from 9:30  am to 13:30 pm, in the Clore Theatre of the Huxley Building on the South Kensington campus. The launch will be followed by lunch and drinks.

You can register through the form here.

The CNRS-Imperial International Research Centre (IRC) for Transformational Science and Technology, launched in April 2022, is CNRS’s only IRC in the UK and Europe.  The IRC serves as an umbrella for an unrivalled portfolio of joint Franco-British labs that drive global science collaboration that has impact, especially on UN Sustainable Development Goals, and attract funding from European Commission, Governments, Philanthropists and Industry.  CNRS have 1,100 research labs in France and abroad; a budget of 3.8bn Euros; 33,000 staff dedicated to research. 

The Ayrton-Blériot Engineering Lab, the newest collaboration under the aegis of the IRC, will develop original research activities in materials functionalization, more sustainable materials, cleaner and safer processes, fluid mechanics, photonic and acoustic metamaterials, AI for engineering and quantum technologies.

You will find a provisional agenda and more details on the International Research Lab (IRL) here: Register here.

Healthcare Technologies Capability Connector Showcase (12 June 2025)

We are thrilled to invite you and your network to the Healthcare Technologies Capability Connector (HTCC) Showcase Event.

Over the past 10 months, 25 innovative healthcare teams across University of Hertfordshire, Cranfield University, and Imperial, have received funding, mentorship, masterclasses and more, to help them accelerate their research and ventures, and learn how to overcome commercialisation challenges in the healthcare industry.

With the programme closing this month, we would love to invite you to join us in celebrating their progress, hear from industry experts, find out more about 6 of the teams and how the programme help them advance, and network with all 25 teams.

📅 Date: 12th June 2025
🕒 Time: 15:00 – 18:00
📍 Location: City and Guilds Building, Imperial College London, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, SW7 2AZ

🔗 Register Here!

✨ What to Expect:

✅ Panel discussion: Translating Research into Market-Ready Solutions: Overcoming Barriers in Commercialisation. Panel members: Yanina Aubrey, Kam Pooni, James Keeling, Victoria Kilcoyne and moderating Suzanne Meenan.
✅ Project Presentations: Selected innovative projects from our POC and Acceleration programmes will share their solutions.
✅ Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry experts, investors, academics, and entrepreneurs.

We look forward to seeing you there!

“Innovators Meet Future Talent”, a special networking event hosted by Imperial College London’s Student Research Network Hub (19 June 2025)

Join us for “Innovators Meet Future Talent”, a special networking event hosted by Imperial College London’s Student Research Network Hub.

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect directly with dynamic start-up founders from the Scale Space ecosystem. You’ll hear short pitches, join informal discussions, and take part in a live Q&A with fellow founders. You’ll also be able to share your research ideas, offering fresh thinking and exciting opportunities for collaboration.

This is a great chance to forge interdisciplinary partnerships and connect with innovators eager to contribute to real-world solutions. Whether you’re considering future career paths, looking for collaborations, or simply want to expand your professional network within the Imperial community, we’d be delighted to see you there.

Tickets are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Click the link below to save your spot!

Event Details:

And yes, there will be free drinks and nibbles!

We hope you can make it for an evening of insightful connections.

Join the launch of the Imperial Health Economic Evaluation (IHEE)—network, learn & shape the future of health economics! (19 June 2025)

Join us for the launch of Imperial Health Economic Evaluation (IHEE)—a new initiative designed to strengthen Imperial College London’s capacity for economic evaluation in health research.

As funding bodies increasingly require economic evaluations in grant applications, researchers at Imperial have highlighted a critical need for in-house expertise. This event will introduce the group’s vision, showcase ongoing collaborations, and create opportunities for interdisciplinary networking.

Led by Professor Anita Patel, this initiative aims to reduce outsourcing costs, enhance grant success rates, and build long-term capacity for economic evaluation across faculties.

Why Attend?
  • Gain Insights – Learn about the role of economic evaluation in health research and its growing importance in securing grants and influencing policy.
  • Network & Collaborate – Meet leading researchers across Imperial College London and explore potential collaborations.
  • Engage with Experts – Hear from key teams conducting health economic evaluations.
  • Be Part of the Future – Help shape the development of this new cross-faculty initiative.
Who Should Attend?
  • Any researchers at Imperial seeking health economic evaluation expertise
  • Academics from Imperial College Business School & Faculty of Medicine
  • Grant applicants looking to strengthen funding proposals

 

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