Dear all,
Welcome to another, sunny, edition of the Digest.
1. Engage 2010 - 23 September 2010
At this year's conference we are planning a public engagement marketplace between 12-2pm where both internal and external groups and organisations will be able to share their activities, resources and experiences, and recruit participants. We can provide a table and poster board to display materials; please let me know by 30 May if you would like a spot.
2. Arts and Humanities Research Council/NCCPE event - 16 June, London
Public interest in the arts and humanities has never been greater. But how can academics, researchers and professionals in the arts and humanities and the wider cultural sector grasp the opportunities presented by this enthusiasm? How can their work truly engage the public - for the benefit of themselves, their students, their organisations, and that of the public itself? This event (16 June, 10am-4pm, Glaziers Hall, London) will take this question as its starting point and examine both the strategic and the practical challenges facing those working in the arts and humanities. More information here; click here to register or contact Sophie Duncan at NCCPE.
3. Nuffield Foundation's Social Science Small Grants Scheme - deadline end 2010
Grants of up to £15,000 are available for postdoctoral research projects in line with the Foundation's areas of interest. More here
4. Royal Society Partnership Grants - deadline 5 November 2010
Grants of up to £3000 are available to support teachers, scientists and engineers to develop science projects. More here
Useful publications
RCUK have launched a series of useful publications, including:
Public Engagement with Research Strategy Light (PDF 137kB) details RCUK's Vision for public engagement, and their three strategic aims
What's in it for me? The benefits of Public Engagement for Researchers (PDF, 1014kB) explores the many benefits of public engagement which include enhancing the quality and impact of the research, personal enjoyment and fulfilment, and accessing additional funding
Engaging Young People with Cutting Edge Research (PDF 950kB) is a guide for researchers and teachers and highlights some of the opportunities for working together
Best wishes,
Philippa
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