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‘I wish I could push ChatGPT off a cliff’: professors scramble to save critical thinking in an age of AI As AI has upended the way students learn, academics worry about the future of the humanities - and society at large

'‘I wish I could push ChatGPT off a cliff’: professors scramble to save critical thinking in an age of AI'

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Couldn’t agree more. These short timeframe calls will put loads of pressure on research office staff.

Fantastic that University of Birmingham is hosting one of these national donuts resources

✅ OPPORTUNITY ALERT - We're looking for the 10 best #energy-related Doctoral researchers from our partnership to present their #research at the UK Energy Expo.

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The Science Teaching Survey 2026, led by @rsc.org and supported by the Royal Society, is open. If you work in education, you know the challenges better than anyone – so we want to hear directly from you.

Take 15 minutes to complete the survey:
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The line-up looks fab! www.midlandsinnovation.org.uk/orw
@midlandsinnovation.bsky.social #OpenResearchWeek #OpenResearch #ORW2026 #ReseachCulture

Chemistry World Science Writer Intern Circa: Salary - Salary Plan, 24,071.00 GBP Annual We are seeking an intern to work as a science writer for our flagship publication, Chemistry World. This is a paid, full-time role, lasting for eight…

Want to be in with a chance of becoming Chemistry World's science writer intern? Don't miss the chance to work with the team on everything from interviews and pitches, to helping put the magazine together before it goes to print. Apply before 22 February.

Director General for Emerging Technology and Artificial Intelligence Department for Science, Innovation & Technology Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 22nd March 2026 Department for Science, Innovation & Technology Apply at advertiser's site Reference number 450276 Salary £174,000

Significant job this one. A chance to shape tech to work for the public interest.

Director General for Emerging Technology and Artificial Intelligence at the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology. (£174k)
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Join us at the MI Electron Microscopy (EM) Conference 2026, 21 April, University of Warwick, for a day of cutting‑edge insights, expert talks, and community collaboration. Register now to secure your place - www.warwick.ac.uk/research/rtp/em/info/miem-2026/

The Bucket Stops Here UKRI’s new funding framework takes a stab at classifying budgets – but doesn’t yet govern research

Bucket theory is unglamorous but very important. @ersatzben.com is forensic here - a must read for those interested in UK research policy
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Should have said all three occured on 14th Feb

@jamesnaish.bsky.social three burst tyres due to potholes in Normanton on Soar. This is causing so much disruption Nottingham County Council need to make some repairs

Latest drop in UK student visa applications ‘deeply concerning’.

There were 19,800 applications last month—a 31 per cent decrease on January 2025, when there were 28,700. It is the fourth month in a row that monthly visa applications have been at a four year low.

🗞️ Our February newsletter is out now. This month:

🔓 Open Research Week returns this March
🔬 AI Researcher Development Network launches
⚡ ERA leads national energy security discussions
📈 UKRI report spotlights Midlands Mindforge & Forging Ahead

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📢 Open Research Week is coming...

16–20 March
📍Online

Packed with keynotes, panels and case studies, this year’s event is bigger than ever, offering valuable sessions for the whole research community and those who support it.

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📢 New deadline! Submit abstracts for 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁: 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀
📍 University of Leicester
📅 Friday 24 April 2026
⏱ Deadline: 30 January 2026

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We welcome UKRI's ‘Deepening university-investor links' review.

The report highlights two initiatives we've established to scale the commercialisation of #research and attract greater investment into the #Midlands.

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The Hickson review on university-investor links makes the case for commercialisation as a team sport Tony Hickson's review into university-investor links is out and James Coe finds much to like on how culture, capital, and coordination can fuel the economy

This week on Wonkhe: Tony Hickson's review into university-investor links is out and James Coe finds much to like on how culture, capital, and coordination can fuel the economy

Midlands Innovation Technicians and Trusted Research workshop · Luma Join us for our first Midlands Innovation Technicians and Trusted Research workshop - 3.2.26, 1030-130pm, Aston University Technicians are at the heart of…

Join our MI Technicians & Trusted Research workshop: 🗓️ 3 Feb, ⏰ 10:30–1:30,📍Aston Uni. Explore Trusted Research, share challenges, gain insight & connect with sector leaders. Lunch + travel bursary available. Sign up (MI unis only): luma.com/b1uizbt9

🗞️ Our January newsletter is out. This month:

🖋️ Director’s Diary — scaling commercialisation, skills & delivery
🗣️ Forging innovation led growth — insights from Westminster
🩺 MI Health — a review of 2025 & look ahead
🧪 Going with the Flow — inspiring future scientists

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🚀 New Research Alert!

Our latest publication explores how innovation intermediaries can bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world impact.

Read the full report - https://ow.ly/nMPW50XKSKX

Executive Director for Data Infrastructure and Skills Executive Director for Data Infrastructure and Skills | Band X | Open Ended

Great job for a social science research leader: Executive Director for Data Infrastructure and Skills at ESRC @ukri.org - overseeing ESRC's data investments. £94k - £110k.
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Are you a researcher with an interest in human-focused biomedical technologies? Register now to join our Science+ meeting in London on 3-4 February 2026. Apply to present your poster at the meeting now: https://royalsociety.org/science-events-and-lectures/2026/02/life-sciences/

📅 SAVE THE DATE | 16-20 March 2026

📢 Open Research Week returns!

MI, with new partners, will host a week‑long event celebrating open research. Expect inspiring sessions on how open research drives engagement, innovation and impact across the region and beyond.

More to follow in the New Year...

The Council for Science & Technology which advises the PM is looking for a new member ‘with social & behavioural science expertise’. Great opportunity to bring a social science perspective to the heart of policymaking. Apply by 19 Jan
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NEW on Wonkhe: Was 2025 the year that industrial strategy became central to the higher education agenda, or is everyone just gesturing at it more? Michael Salmon weighs it up buff.ly/s3LOaOJ

Intro to Flow Cytometry - free virtual training for staff and students at MI Universities. Designed for those new to flow, this interactive group session will be delivered by experienced flow cytometrists, which includes a live practical demonstration. 13th January.

📢 The MI December newsletter is out now! This month:

🏆 HyDEX wins Knowledge Exchange Award
🤝 @helenturnermi.bsky.social reflects on a year of impact
📊 Ecosystem platform user guide resources launched
🥇 A place-based industrial strategy can deliver gold

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Four major publishers agree deals with UK university sector - Research Professional News Elsevier, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis and Wiley meet “sector-agreed thresholds” in long-running talks

BREAKING: Four major publishers agree deals with UK university sector

Elsevier, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis and Wiley meet “sector-agreed thresholds” in long-running talks

Free to read

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