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Join us for an insightful event with guest speaker Professor Mark Reed, a leading expert in research impact and engagement. Mark will share valuable perspectives on how researchers can maximise their research impact activity.
Following our keynote, hear inspiring impact stories from researchers across the University of Sussex. Guest panellists Professor Matthew Agarwala, Professor Thomas Nowotny, Associate Professor Elizabeth Rendon-Morales, Dr Emma Russell and Professor Martin Spinelli will discuss their successes, challenges, and what may lie ahead for research impact in today's landscape.
This event is in hybrid format – online guests will join for the keynote and academic panel whilst coffee and tea breaks are available for in-person attendees.
Agenda
13:30 – 14:00: In-person registration and refreshments
14:00 – 15:00: Keynote speech by Prof Mark Reed and Q&A (presenting remotely)
15:00 – 15:15 Afternoon refreshment break
15:15 – 16:15 Panel with academics from University of Sussex, and Q&A (presenting in person)
16:15-16:30 Closing remarks from the chair
Organised by the Research Impact, Communications and Engagement team at the University of Sussex Business School, this event is open to all University of Sussex researchers at any career stage, including PhD researchers. This will be a great opportunity to gain expert insights into research impact and network with colleagues from across the university.
For in-person attendees, the room is accessible via elevators in Bramber House. If you have any questions about the event, please get in touch with us at bsre@sussex.ac.uk
This event is part of the Summer of Research 2025, a two-week festival of researcher-led talks, workshops and exhibitions celebrating our fantastic research here at the University of Sussex. Find out about and sign up for other exciting events here!
