[Postgrad] FW: Inside Strathclyde | 12 December 2023
Michaela Graham
michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk
Tue Dec 12 14:11:58 GMT 2023
From: Corporate Communications <corporatecomms at comms.strath.ac.uk>
Sent: 12 December 2023 13:50
To: Michaela Graham <michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk>
Subject: Inside Strathclyde | 12 December 2023
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12 December 2023
Launch of Strathclyde 2030<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xgk11emu7bw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139365>
Event on Wednesday 17 January, 2 - 4pm, in the Technology & Innovation Centre (TIC)
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/db/62f59e469a1b0d11741006.jpg]Our new Strathclyde 2030 Strategic Plan will be launched on 17 January at an event in the Technology & Innovation Centre.
All colleagues are invited to attend so please save this date in your diary and register as soon as possible to book your place.
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Strathclyde performs well in global QS Sustainability Rankings<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1poksfioyfuw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139365>
107 out of 1,397 institutions
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/e2/ebbad1d4d8102b81d8b720.png]The University of Strathclyde has been placed at rank 107 out of 1,397 institutions across 95 countries in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Sustainability Rankings 2024.
Strathclyde’s performance ranks at 30 in the UK and 48 in Europe in the second edition of the rankings produced by the global higher education analyst, which highlight how universities are taking action to tackle the world’s greatest Environmental, Social and Governance Issues.
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An agreement has been signed with Rolls-Royce
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The University of Strathclyde is to establish a new innovation hub within the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland.
This will support the journey to deliver a sustainable net-zero economy by accelerating the development and deployment of technology supporting decarbonisation.
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Christmas Carol Service<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/67ja2n3pyynw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139365>
Tuesday 19 December, 1-2pm, the Barony Hall - no registration required
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/e4/622c3de895d8a489d8b24e.jpg]Join us on the afternoon of Tuesday 19 December for this year’s Christmas Carol Service.
The Service will be led by the University Chaplains where we will rejoice in the Christmas message and reflect on the year gone by.
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This year's Strathclyde Christmas card
Printed cards available to order
[2023 Christmas card]
The printed version of this year's Strathclyde Christmas card is now available to order from Print Services<mailto:print.enquiries at strath.ac.uk>.
A digital version<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1gia9hosy8bw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31139365> is available to download from the website.
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Autumn Step Count Challenge<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13ndsbpjzt4w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139365>
And the winners are…
[NMIS step challenge winners]
Congratulations to everyone who completed this year’s Paths for All Autumn Step Count Challenge.
It was a great success, with over 65 million steps being completed by 48 Strathclyde teams over the four weeks.
Read on to find out who the winners are and hear how the Challenge helped motivate colleagues across the University to get moving and stay active as the weather turned cooler.
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Calls to action
Retirement of WebDrive<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1d3eg4fseqqw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Will be withdrawn from service at the end of December 2023
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ac/d6af1ba7555bae5d7592a8.jpg]The WebDrive service, which provides a way to remotely connect to H: and i: network drives, will be retired at the end of this month<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/9xevp09h1ryw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31139368>, as Microsoft are phasing out the underpinning technology due to security concerns.
There is no change to the H: and i: drive service itself, and if you need to connect to these remotely you can do this by using VPN instead.
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Strath Pantry Appeal<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/6czdrqu1cypw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Donations being accepted until Monday 18 December
[Strath Pantry]
Ahead of the Christmas break, please consider donating non-perishable food items to Strath Pantry via Strath Union’s Welcome Desk on Level 1.
The Pantry, based on Level 1 of Stath Union, is open to any student to select food and essential items they might need, no questions asked.
At the end of the semester, any remaining items will be donated to a local food bank.
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Street Food Bites table ordering service launching in the new year
[Street Food Bites]Love Street Food Bites, hate giving up your seat?
Stay put as the team can now deliver to your table!
After the Christmas break Street Food Bites will be launching a brand new table ordering service on Levels 2 and 3 of the Learning and Teaching Building.
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Enhancing cyber security awareness<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/j079wxwd47iw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Reflecting on our recent phishing simulation exercise
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ae/9541413b5db57707c9e3f4.jpg]The Cyber Security team recently embarked on an essential endeavour to bolster the University's cyber security defence: a comprehensive phishing simulation exercise.
The aim was to test our collective readiness in identifying and thwarting potential phishing attempts, which we consistently face. By actively engaging in exercises like this, we are collectively contributing to the University’s resilience against the threat of phishing.
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Strathclyde Sport festive opening hours<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/a4ee99pt7raw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Details on closures and adjusted times
[Strathclyde Sport in the summer]Over the festive period there will be some adjustments to the opening days and timetables of Strathclyde Sport.
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MFA when changing devices or travelling abroad<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1dswaiaw0qcw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Ensure your MFA works
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/9d/4fea860aad6aafaea93574.png]The University uses Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for access to services such as email off-campus.
If you’re planning to get a new phone or travel abroad over the winter break, there are some things you need to do to ensure your MFA will still work.
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Student Experience A-Z Guide<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1wpqe00x4uuw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
Please promote this facility to all students
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/56/532bb40935060db22040d7.jpg]Student Business have created an A-Z Guide on the website that both staff and students may find useful.
Further links will be added to this in due course.
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Information Governance newsletter <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/n8suek5plp9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139368>
December edition now available to view
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/c1/9093f4910940139a731433.jpg]The Information Governance Unit has published their latest all-staff newsletter, available on their SharePoint site<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/4yg5za3oqpkw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31139368>.
The content includes some important information for the Unit's FOI and DP Contacts, and also highlights their recently updated Photography, Filming, and Media guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1shvkicigquw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31139368>.
It also includes some recent pieces of news that are worth reading and considering how the events might relate to our own day-to-day jobs.
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Strathclyde people
60 seconds with... Ben Butcher<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pxb11xsryjew5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32779908>
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/6f/0edf7cfdc82691078cda32.jpeg]Ben first joined Strathclyde in 2018 working with Strathclyde Sport. After moving away from the University in 2021, he recently returned to work with the Research Finance Team in February.
Ben talks about his interesting career with Strathclyde, and how his field change from fitness to finance was possible.
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Spotlight on
Discovering Climate Fresk: A Scalable peer-to-peer facilitator model <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1sn9sutnd47w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=33629886>
Strathclyde working with a local primary school
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/e1/93342ee54638a0aab4abe8.jpg]As COP 28 draws to a close, Robert Collins, the VIP4SD/ESD Lead of the newly named Strathclyde Institute of Education, together with students from across HaSS and members of the StrathCAN Network have been working with a local primary school to enhance community understanding of the current Climate Emergency.
Climate Fresk is a collaborative workshop about climate change. Based entirely on the IPCC (Intergovernmental Plan on Climate Change) reports, it teaches fundamentals of climate science.
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Wellbeing Matters
Become a Trainer – ‘What’s The Harm’ – Self Harm and Awareness Training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1bjvhc41w38w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32786536>
Working with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
[Wellbeing Matters Hub]Strathclyde are working with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde to pilot a 'training for trainers' course for eight staff trainers at the University for the course 'What's the Harm'.
This course provides information on; dispelling myths around self-harm, how to support someone who is self-harming, and importantly how to manage the impact that working with people who self-harm has on emotions and interactions.
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Employee Assistance Programme (PAM Assist) <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10btqcooouzw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32786536>
New online platform and way to access it
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The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is a confidential helpline which colleagues can use for counselling, information and support on issues affecting their mental health.
The University's EAP provider has moved to a new and improved online platform and the way you sign in and access support has changed. Please follow the five easy steps below to create your account and gain access.
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New StrathStaff podcast episode <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/yfwexh4la6lw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=32786536>
Occupational Health with David Errington
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/cb/57c53106d55d9bc1b42af5.png]In this episode, host Natalia Gasiorek, Digital Developer in OSDU, talks to David Errington, Strathclyde's Occupational Health Manager.
David provides a comprehensive overview of the University's Occupational Health service, emphasising its pivotal role in maintaining the wellbeing of colleagues.
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Events
Disability History Month
What's on during the final week
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/b4/1c8cf7653030461952e291.jpg]During the final week of this year's Disability History Month:
13 December, 2-3.30pm: Digital accessibility training for staff and students
Online Digital Accessibility training (for those with teaching responsibilities)<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jqb6si2dslw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=32709029>
The goal is to ensure that everyone can access content without requiring any adaptation.
14 December, 3-4.30pm: Then Barbara Met Alan film screening
Screening of 'Then Barbara Met Alan' (2012) -TL455<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/14j796yitdaw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=32709029>
Then Barbara Met Alan is a moving story of love, courage, and resilience that continues to inspire people around the world.
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EPRC 2023 seminar series <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bxehmdxy1kxw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=32709029>
Wednesday 13 December 2023, 11am - 12pm
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/1a/09ac29a433b5ab972a0333.png]The Autumn seminar schedule continues with Administrative capacity-building and trust hosted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
Is your research or work related to EU Cohesion Policy, regional, urban and/or rural development, or sustainability? Do you want to engage with other experts and disseminate your research? Contact Marina Murray<mailto:marina.murray at strath.ac.uk> and join the roll of speakers at EPRC’s seminar series.
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Queer and the Cost of Living Crisis (RSE funded Series)<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13u57370c2rw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=32709029>
Thursday 14 December, 5pm, online
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The RSE seminar series 'Queer and the Cost of Living Crisis' with a conversation between Canadian author of This Has Always Been a War: The Radicalization of a Working Class Queer, Laurence Fox, and Professor Yvette Taylor, University of Strathclyde.
Future speakers include Patrick Harvie (MSP), the Equality Network, and LGBTQ+ Student Union panellists.
The series is part of Yvette's RSE Personal Fellowship (2023-2024) on Queer Social Justice.
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What happened at COP28?<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/sh0gihfvhhww5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32709029>
Staff and student event on 18 January, 5-6.30pm, Learning and Teaching Building, TL325a & TL325b
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/29/6122b4b463dff4b9da4fa2.jpg]Strathclyde staff and students are invited come and hear from colleagues who attended COP28 UAE.
They will feed back to the Strathclyde community about what they saw and learned from being at the Conference.
There will also be an opportunity for colleagues and students to ask any questions to the four speakers.
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Banish those winter blues – Celtic Connections comes to the campus!<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/qco2p9zz69rw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32709029>
Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February
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Celtic Connections, Europe’s premier folk, roots and world music festival returns to light up the dark winter nights from Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February.
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Professor Alice Roberts – Illuminating the Past<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13hz7mml2umw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=32709029>
20 January 2024, 7pm, Main Auditorium, Technology and Innovation Centre
[Professor Alice Roberts]In 2024, we celebrate Strathclyde’s Diamond Jubilee – 60 years since the granting of our Royal Charter.
Our year-long programme of events gets underway on Saturday 20 January, as we welcome writer and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts to the Technology & Innovation Centre.
Staff can also take advantage of a special Diamond Jubilee discount.
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Free genealogy and family history online talks in 2024
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Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies will be running a series of free genealogy and family history online talks with guest speakers during 2024.
The first talk in the series will be held on Wednesday 24 January from 6 - 7pm and will feature guest speaker Nathan Dylan Goodwin, a genealogist and author of the Forensic Genealogist fiction series (and other non-fiction and fiction books).
Find out more and reserve your free place today!
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In the news
[Artificial cells]<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1vk0iglimgpw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=3&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Artificial cells could be used in drug delivery<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1vk0iglimgpw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Professor Nico Bruns, Visiting Professor in Pure and Applied Chemistry, is a co-leader of the study,
Artificial cells, made with the use of synthetic materials, have been produced in international research led at the University of Strathclyde.
The materials produced in the study possess similar properties to living cells and have the potential to be used in applications including drug delivery and tissue engineering.
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Four businesses receive combined total of £45,000
Four businesses linked to Strathclyde have received a combined £45,000 funding at the latest round of the Scottish Edge Pitch Competition.
All four companies received support from Strathclyde Inspire, the University’s flagship entrepreneurship programme.
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Strathclyde showcases offshore energy transition research and impact<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xsb05t2ytzw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
UK Minister visits Technology and Innovation Centre
The Minister of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Graham Stuart MP, discovered more about the technology and research that is driving the offshore energy transition on a visit to Strathclyde.
A key focus was how the Strathclyde-led Offshore Energy Transition Programme is helping academia connect with industry to address key challenges in the move towards renewables in support of the UK Government’s North Sea Transition Deal.
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Strathclyde among investors in £900,000 funding round for battery storage firm<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1oq461ar0csw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Funding for LIND, alternative battery storage systems
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/c8/e8d435fec45db8e1abbf3f.png]LIND, a pioneer in alternative battery storage systems has closed a £900K seed investment deal with funding from the University, Scottish Enterprise and Green Angel Ventures.
The investment will mainly focus on introducing ground-breaking battery technology designed to operate efficiently at elevated temperatures.
The University of Strathclyde investment came from the Strathclyde Inspire Entrepreneurs Fund and the Stephen Young Entrepreneurship Awards.
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£1.2m programme to improve health and reduce inequalities in Scotland<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mv89f7522rw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Fraser of Allander Institute and the Centre for Health Policy awarded
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/cb/6e5dd15287a552643d7f32.jpg]The Fraser of Allander Institute and the Centre for Health Policy at the University of Strathclyde have been awarded £1.2 million to establish a new policy and research unit as part of a major programme of work to improve health and tackle inequalities in Scotland.
The award from the Health Foundation will ensure significant new research and knowledge exchange activities are focused on accelerating efforts to improve health and reduce inequalities in Scotland.
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UK universities set to support development of next-generation gravitational wave detectors<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/o3nyz50vnm9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Secured £7m in support
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Researchers from UK universities, including the University of Strathclyde, are set to play a key role in developing the next generation of gravitational wave detectors to help astronomers probe the furthest reaches of the cosmos.
A consortium of seven universities has secured £7m in support from the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Infrastructure Fund.
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Strathclyde diagnostics spinout voted Best start-up<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1fx3joiwohzw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Entrepreneur Awards
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/57/8a91b4926f510ecb414932.png]Health technology business Microplate DX has been voted Best Start Up at the Barclays Entrepreneur Awards.
The Strathclyde diagnostics firm, which spun out from the University in 2022, received the accolade at a ceremony in London on November 29.
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Strathclyde partners in Financial Regulation Innovation Lab project<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bhhd1ef4hsww5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139333>
Harnessing cutting-edge technologies
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/00/37a9c77f419d2f5885d76e.png]The University of Strathclyde is a partner in a new Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) which is set to revolutionise and shape the future regulatory landscapes in the UK and around the globe.
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Media round up
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Commentary from our experts on nuclear power, microplastics and business-charity collaborations.
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Funding opportunities
NIHR Funding news and dedicated RKES Portal Page<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/2ydw7zgr4gdw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31355932>
Recordings and slide decks presented at the NIHR Funding Landscape webinar now availble
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/9b/d034acf18f407e27ebd123.jpg]From autumn 2023, health and social care researchers and in some cases SMEs in Scotland will have increased access to health and social care research funding via the National Institute Health and Care Research (NIHR).<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/vkyh4iupvh7w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31355932>
The move has been agreed following consultation with the Scottish Government’s Chief Scientist Office<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1i14dccp51mw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31355932>.
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International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) – Institutional Support Fund<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mhjc9j9tn8w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31355932>
Deadline: 15 December (5pm)
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Joint Peking University – University of Strathclyde Funding Call <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1j48rrkdr56w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31355932>
Open to all staff at both institutions
[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/94/1bd90d06b2dd69ee89120c.jpg]Following a very successful visit by the President of Peking University in June 2023, the University of Strathclyde and Peking University agreed to host a joint internal seed funding call to encourage, facilitate and develop collaborations across both institutions in specific thematic areas including:
· Decarbonisation of energy
· Sustainable development
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Staff development
Staff Development Series: Communication<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1kgvqe76g29w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139367>
Communicating Feedback
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Feedback skills in the workplace are vital for fostering professional development, continuous improvement, and a positive University environment.
Constructive feedback supports all staff categories in refining their skills and knowledge, enhancing the quality of performance, teaching and learning.
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SUnBIRD (Strathclyde University Business Intelligence Reports and Dashboards) is a web-based system available to staff and provides an easy-to-use interface for management information aligned to University strategic goals.
To help you navigate and understand what SUnBIRD has to offer, two-hour online workshop sessions are now available to book via DAT Booking.<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/3bvxc6m46oow5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=63829515&t=31139367>
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Next session 24 January 2024
[Communications and people]The Continuous Improvement Directorate run a variety of virtual development sessions throughout the year.
In this session you will learn about Key Issue Identification which is a great technique for getting consensus around the important issues that a group are facing using a lightning-fast process.
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In this issue
Launch of Strathclyde 2030<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xgk11emu7bw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde performs well in global QS Sustainability Rankings<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1poksfioyfuw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde to open new Inchinnan facility to support net zero innovation<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/yjw0h56ekn9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Christmas Carol Service<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/67ja2n3pyynw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
This year's Strathclyde Christmas card <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/834dl8gkn6pw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Autumn Step Count Challenge<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13ndsbpjzt4w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
NIHR Funding news and dedicated RKES Portal Page<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/2ydw7zgr4gdw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) – Institutional Support Fund<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mhjc9j9tn8w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Joint Peking University – University of Strathclyde Funding Call <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1j48rrkdr56w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Retirement of WebDrive<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1d3eg4fseqqw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strath Pantry Appeal<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/6czdrqu1cypw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Catering update<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/d9n7jjw9syhw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Enhancing cyber security awareness<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/j079wxwd47iw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde Sport festive opening hours<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/a4ee99pt7raw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
MFA when changing devices or travelling abroad<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1dswaiaw0qcw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Student Experience A-Z Guide<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1wpqe00x4uuw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Information Governance newsletter <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/n8suek5plp9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
60 seconds with... Ben Butcher<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pxb11xsryjew5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Artificial cells could be used in drug delivery<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1vk0iglimgpw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde supported businesses receive Scottish EDGE funding<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/rci09bmtpvnw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde showcases offshore energy transition research and impact<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1xsb05t2ytzw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde among investors in £900,000 funding round for battery storage firm<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1oq461ar0csw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
£1.2m programme to improve health and reduce inequalities in Scotland<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1mv89f7522rw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
UK universities set to support development of next-generation gravitational wave detectors<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/o3nyz50vnm9w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde diagnostics spinout voted Best start-up<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1fx3joiwohzw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde partners in Financial Regulation Innovation Lab project<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bhhd1ef4hsww5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Strathclyde in the media<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/2glfp3ou6dhw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Discovering Climate Fresk: A Scalable peer-to-peer facilitator model <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1sn9sutnd47w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Become a Trainer – ‘What’s The Harm’ – Self Harm and Awareness Training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1bjvhc41w38w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Employee Assistance Programme (PAM Assist) <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10btqcooouzw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
New StrathStaff podcast episode <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/yfwexh4la6lw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Disability History Month<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1uvpv51il9lw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
EPRC 2023 seminar series <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bxehmdxy1kxw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Queer and the Cost of Living Crisis (RSE funded Series)<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13u57370c2rw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
What happened at COP28?<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/sh0gihfvhhww5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Banish those winter blues – Celtic Connections comes to the campus!<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/qco2p9zz69rw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Professor Alice Roberts – Illuminating the Past<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13hz7mml2umw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
SIGS Spotlight Talks<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1r5x0xoebx7w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
Staff Development Series: Communication<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1kgvqe76g29w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
SUnBIRD training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1dt6h21uufaw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=63829515&t=31139332>
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