2024 ECRN Enhancement Awards winners
Biomedical Sciences ECRN and PGR Network Launch
ECRN: Biomedical Sciences
Award Holder: Dr Sophie Walker
This project supports the development of an Early Career Researchers (ECR) community in the Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences (DCBS). Dr Sophie Walker's project aims to provide opportunities for ECR peers to collaboratively explore the current ECR and Postgraduate Research (PGR) landscape in DCBS and the Medical School. By co-designing the ECRN based on the needs and aspirations of the community, the project seeks to establish a resilient peer-support and shared learning network.
Empowering ECRs, building connections
ECRN: Psychology
Award Holder: Dr Melika Janbakhsh
Dr. Melika Janbakhsh's project aims to revitalise the existing ECR network within the Psychology department. By organising an ECR-led event, the project seeks to create a safe and supportive space for ECRs to openly discuss common challenges faced in their careers. The event will feature speakers from various career stages, fostering an inclusive environment where all participants can share their experiences and insights. This initiative aligns with the University's Research Culture policy and Concordat commitments, promoting collaboration and exploration of career opportunities.
Inspiration, reflection & action: Career event for Geography Early Career Researchers
ECRN: Geography
Award Holder: Dr Nina Lindstrom Friggens
Dr. Nina Lindstrom Friggens' project aims to guide the Geography ECR community in exploring various career paths through a two-day career event. The event will provide inspiration on day one, allowing participants to reflect on their career aspirations and take action on day two. By facilitating career planning and fostering connections beyond academia, this project aims to support career development, establish valuable contacts, and nurture collegiality within the community.
ECR Symposium and Research skills seminars
ECRN: Mathematics & Statistics
Award Holder: Dr Dimitar Vlaykov
Dr. Dimitar Vlaykov's project supports the newly established ECRN for Mathematics and Statistics by organising a series of monthly research coffee-and-seminar sessions. These sessions will culminate in a one-day research and career development symposium for ECRs. The symposium aims to encourage cross-group interaction among ECRs, offer field-specific talks on career development and research skills, and foster collegiality within the department. The event will provide ECRs with an opportunity to present their research to a broader mathematics community and identify key challenges they face.
Establishing the Penryn Marine ECRN
ECRN: Penryn Marine
Award Holder: Dr Chris Kerry
Dr. Chris Kerry's project aims to bring together satellite groups of Marine ECRs across disciplines and faculties at Penryn Campus. The project will organise interactive sessions and a networking event focused on career progression and showcasing ECR research. By fostering engagement, building a cohesive community, and enhancing research and employability skills, this initiative will contribute to a more connected and supportive network.
Future of AI
ECRN: IDSAI (Institute for Data Science and AI)
Award Holder: Dr Cédric Mesnage
Dr. Cédric Mesnage's project focuses on the IDSAI ECRN community and aims to create an interdisciplinary space for innovation and collaboration in the field of AI. The project proposes an event on the Future of AI, featuring a keynote, guest speakers, informal discussions, an online industrial panel, and a presentation of funding opportunities. By facilitating knowledge sharing, collaborative funding, and exploration of new research areas, this project aims to advance AI research within the ECRN.