Reflecting on my time at the University of Nottingham
July 28, 2022
Research update from Professor Dame Jessica Corner As this will be my final update I have taken the opportunity to reflect on my time at the University of Nottingham. At the House of Commons Science and Technology Select Committee hearing to approve my appointment as Executive Chair of Research England, I was posed questions on …
Our commitment to research as we enter new national restrictions
November 6, 2020
Update from Professor Dame Jessica Corner England has entered a further period of national restrictions until Wednesday 2 December. I am sure I am not alone in experiencing a range of emotions as we grapple with the huge impact the pandemic continues to have on every aspect of our lives. I am very pleased that …
Research Strategy update: thank you for sharing your insights
February 26, 2020
A key pillar of the University’s Research Strategy is empowering and engaging with all colleagues dedicated to the delivery of our world-leading discoveries. To further support this, each of the University’s five faculties invited colleagues a series of Research Strategy briefings. Hosted by Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellors (AVPCs) for Research and Knowledge Exchange, these nine briefings took place …
Chemistry… Suck it and See: Professor Pete Licence’s inaugural lecture
February 22, 2019
Pete Licence’s inaugural lecture was a little delayed…but worth the wait. Appointed a Professor of Chemistry in 2013, his lecture was sidelined due to various commitments, not least his appointment that year as Director of the GlaxoSmithKline Carbon Neutral Laboratory. Chemistry… Suck it and See took a packed X1 Lecture Theatre in the School of Chemistry through an idiosyncratic, entertaining journey, that started somewhat shakily in …
Daphne Jackson Fellowship opportunity at the University of Nottingham
October 2, 2018
Applications are invited for a two-year Daphne Jackson Fellowship that will be hosted by the University of Nottingham. The fellowship is intended for individuals returning to research in any STEM subject within the following faculties: Engineering Science Medicine and Health Science * * Please note fellowships are only offered in non-clinical areas of research. The …
Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards: why you should enter
June 18, 2018
Our pioneering, multidisciplinary research delivers discoveries that have a real impact on lives. By working collaboratively and sharing knowledge with our partners, the impact of our research is amplified. The University’s Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards celebrate the transformative impact of our research on business and society – in the East Midlands, the UK and …
Sharing our Research Vision: faculty drop-in sessions
February 27, 2018
Update Professor Dame Jessica Corner attended a number of drop-in sessions to meet researchers across all faculties in 2018. She is committed to extending this engagement in 2019 and looks forward to hearing from institutes and other research groups. Please look out for an update on these discussions, and the actions taken as a result …
