Best Trace Meek Podcasts (2024)

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Material Degradation and Outreach w/Pearl Agyakwa 35:50

3h ago35:50

35:50

Ben is joined by Pearl Agyakwa, a specialist in material degradation, and they talk about how that links to the University of Nottingham’s Zero Carbon Cluster programme, outreach work with the community and schools, as well as the social impact of engineering. Want links? We have plenty: Pearl Agyakwa Electric Planes and Net Zero Aviation w/Sharmil…

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Trace Metal Pollution w/Andrea Sartorius 38:24

1M ago38:24

38:24

Andrea Sartorius is a Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham looking at the impacts of trace metal pollution on ecosystems. Grab yourself a brew and have a listen as Andrea and Ben chat about her research, what those impacts are, and what can be done about it. It turns out there's more to lead than Ben first thought... Want links? We have …

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What's Up With Everyone? w/Paul Crawford 35:40

2M ago35:40

35:40

The Institute for Policy and Engagement has some brand new award winners! That's right, the annual Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards 2024 have been announced (you can read about all the winners below) and Ben is sitting down with Paul Crawford, of Best Public Engagement Initiative fame. They talk all about his project (collaborating with A…

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Science in the Park! w/Sam Tang 30:01

3M ago30:01

30:01

Ben is talking all things Science in the Park with special guest Sam Tang in this episode. Never heard of Science in the Park? (How??) Public engagement at its finest, Science in the Park has been entertaining and sharing knowledge from the University of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent University and many local organisations for the past 15 years. Hav…

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The NCCPE Watermark w/Stephen Meek and Maria Richards 31:59

5M ago31:59

31:59

Public Engagement is a broad topic, so Ben sits down with fellow Institute for Policy and Engagement colleagues, Stephen Meek and Maria Richards, to pick it apart. They look at the NCCPE Watermark, what it is, what it means for the University of Nottingham (and what UoN received...) Want some links? We have plenty: The Institute for Policy and Enga…

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Transitioning Away from Animal Testing w/Andy Bennett and Amy Beale 42:21

6M ago42:21

42:21

Ben is joined by Dr Andrew Bennett, Director of the FRAME Alternatives Laboratory at the University of Nottingham, and Amy Beale, Head of Policy and Programmes at FRAME (Fund for the Replacement of Animals in Medical Experiments). Together they talk all things research, stopping the use of animal testing, and what the benefits of the long-term rela…

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When Engineering Meets Space: Outreach and Engagement w/Jez Turner 35:34

10M ago35:34

35:34

Good public engagement and outreach requires good enthusiasm, and Jez Turner brings it by the bucket load. In this episode, Ben chats with Jez about his outreach work, his passion for lifelong learning, space, using satellites to identify potential slavery cases, and even, at one point, Nazi Germany. It's a wild ride this one. Want some links? We h…

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RE-ENGAGED: Climate Change, Communities and Energy Systems w/Mark Gillott 20:17

11M ago20:17

20:17

The climate crisis is usually talked about in terms of the big picture, but Mark Gillott talks to Ben about the local community-driven work he is doing and the massive impacts it could have on green energy as a whole. They discuss the Trent Basin project, Mark's revolutionary ideas and what the real meaning behind the flickering black and white sym…

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Box Office Bears w/Hannah O’Regan 37:51

11M ago37:51

37:51

What do Shakespeare's plays and bears have in common? Turns out, many things, and not just from when they appear in the scripts. Box Office Bears is a multi-institutional project looking at animal baiting in Early Modern England, and lead investigator Hannah O'Regan joins Ben to talk all about it. Listen on to hear all about the bears who were as f…

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The Elephant Welfare Project w/Lisa Yon 39:34

1y ago39:34

39:34

Who doesn't like elephants?? Ben loves them and he chats with Lisa Yon about the Elephant Welfare Project, a long-running love story for looking out for elephants. Honestly it has it all, policy impact, public engagement, heart-warming animal stories and a crowdfunder! (Find that below). Have a listen! Want some links? We have plenty: The Elephant …

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DIY Slow Cooker for your Wallet and the Planet w/Mike Clifford 35:48

1y ago35:48

35:48

Mike Clifford returns to Knowledge, Engaged! Last appearing in 2021 to talk about clean cooking and climate change, he's back to chat to Ben about some closer to home work. As part of the Green Hustle festival, Mike brought along his DIY fabric cooker that could potentially help both the planet and people's wallets during the cost of living crisis.…

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Majoritarian Nationalism in India w/Katharine Adeney 35:46

1y ago35:46

35:46

Katharine Adeney joins Ben to talk all about Majoritarian Nationalism and the Asia Research Institute, with particular attention on India. What is it? Listen on to find out! ------------------------------------------------ Want some links? We have plenty: Katharine Adeney What is the BBC Modi documentary and why is it so controversial? - The Guardi…

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Digital Youth and Mental Health w/Jo Lockwood and Kareem Khan 47:38

1y ago47:38

47:38

Digital Youth, with Sprouting Minds, is an ambitious UKRI funded research programme with researchers from Nottingham, Auckland, Bath, Glasgow, Kings College London, LSE, UCL and the Open University. Ben sits down with Jo Lockwood and Kareem Khan to talk about the programme, the importance of research and support for young people's mental health, as…

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Institute Awards Special! 55:27

1y ago55:27

55:27

Stephen Meek and Amanda Chukwudozie join Ben to talk about the Policy Impact and Public Engagement Awards 2023, the winners, the range of high quality work at the University of Nottingham. Want some links? We have plenty: Our episode featuring Todd Landman: https://tinyurl.com/yd7pwy3n Our episode featuring Lara Bianchi: https://tinyurl.com/2dbhtvh…

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Sustainability in Business 43:01

1y ago43:01

43:01

Ben is joined by super-special-guest-host Gabrielle Bunn to talk sustainability, bringing the social sciences into big projects for everyone's benefit and more with Judy Muthuri and Hannah Noke from the University of Nottingham and Daniela Salite from Aston University. Want some links? We have plenty: SHAping Sustainable Futures Research Hub: https…

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Rehabilitation and Preventing Falls w/Pip Logan 43:36

1y ago43:36

43:36

Ben and Special-Guest-Host Amy Hawksworth chat with Pip Logan about the National Rehabilitation Centre and research into preventing falls in vulnerable populations. Want some links? We have plenty: The National Rehabilitation Centre: https://nationalrehabilitationcentre.nhs.uk/ UoN's NRC Pages: https://tinyurl.com/3hurkbv6 React to Falls App (Googl…

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Introducing the SHAping Sustainable Futures Research Hub! 32:31

1+ y ago32:31

32:31

Join Ben and Special-Guest-Host Gabrielle Bunn as they sit down with Professor Todd Landman and Stephen Meek to talk about the all shiny and brand new SHAping Sustainable Futures Research Hub. Developed in collaboration with the Faculty for Social Science, the Hub is an online resource dedicated to showcasing the value of UoN Social Science researc…

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Gender Research in Business Schools: a Human Rights Perspective 55:59

1+ y ago55:59

55:59

Corporate Social Responsibility is not enough to tackle gender inequality - so is a Business and Human Rights approach the better option for business schools? Why is social compliance ineffective when it comes to gender discrimination? These are some of the questions raised when Ben is joined by a whole host of remarkable guests across multiple tim…

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RE-ENGAGED: Ethnic Minorities and Disproportionate Environmental Impacts w/Charles Ogunbode 24:35

1+ y ago24:35

24:35

It's Action for Climate Empowerment and Civil Society day at COP27 today (as well as Energy!) which means - surprise bonus! - we are re-engaging with another episode from last year! Race and Climate Change are inextricably linked, as our guest Dr Charles Ogunbode discusses with Chris Sims. In this episode, we look at why the conversation about the …

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RE:ENGAGED: Climate Change, Communities and Energy Systems w/Mark Gillott 20:53

1+ y ago20:53

20:53

Ohhh it's the big one at COP27 today - energy! A huge talking point right now, especially with the cost of living crisis. Last year Ben chatted with Mark about some pretty ingenious ideas - maybe now's the time to boost these projects... The climate crisis is usually talked about in terms of the big picture, but Mark Gillott talks to Ben about the …

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RE:ENGAGED: Developing a Sustainable Food Supply w/Anne Touboulic and Festo Massawe 23:48

1+ y ago23:48

23:48

It's Adaptation and Agriculture day at COP27! And that means we have another chance to RE:ENGAGE - this time with Anne and Festo from the Future Food Beacon at the University of Nottingham... Stephen sits down with Anne Touboulic and Festo Massawe from Nottingham's Future Food Beacon to discuss the impacts of climate change on global food supplies …

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RE:ENGAGED: Electric Planes and Net Zero Aviation w/Sharmila Sumsurooah 20:27

1+ y ago20:27

20:27

Today's RE:ENGAGED brings back Sharmila Sumsurooah for the decarbonisation day at COP27! Decarbonising planes would be a landmark achievement and Sharmila has many thoughts on this... Sharmila Sumsurooah discusses her work in developing electric aircraft and the journey towards net zero aviation with Ben, and they talk about the challenges associat…

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RE:ENGAGED: The Ethics of Climate Finance w/Matthew Rendall 19:38

1+ y ago19:38

19:38

COP27 has snuck up on the world again (except, if you're up to date with British Politics, it really hasn't...) Last year we talked with many of Nottingham's researchers about COP26 and we still think those conversations are incredibly important this year. So get ready to RE-ENGAGE with Matthew Rendall for the Youth and Future Generations day at CO…

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The Thing about Nutritional Supplements w/Paul Greenhaff 36:11

2y ago36:11

36:11

Nutrition, supplements and a little bit of myth busting are what Ben sits down with Professor Paul Greenhaff to talk about on today's episode. But there's more! They also talk about potential reversals to the aging process (not quite turning you back into a 20 year old though, unfortunately), and where things like anabolic steroids can actually be …

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Women's voice in fragile contexts w/Lara Bianchi 31:41

2y ago31:41

31:41

Co-creation is on the set list for today's episode! Ben and Stephen sit down with Dr Lara Bianchi (another Institute award winner!) to talk about the Moral Capability Assessment Tool, giving hope and a voice to women in conflict-affected areas, and magic. Yes, that's right, magic! Magic and play and a ground up approach - Lara talks about the benef…

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Representation in Research Matters w/Claudio Di Lorito 36:41

2y ago36:41

36:41

Sometimes there's a huge divide between academic research and the general public, but people like Claudio Di Lorito are working to bridge that gap. Co-research and Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) are cornerstones of Claudio's work with dementia patients - find out all about it in this episode! And no, it's completely unrelated to the PPI you m…

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What’s FAIR in blood donation w/Eamonn Ferguson 32:43

2y ago32:43

32:43

Have you ever wanted to give blood, but weren't able to because of restrictions on who could donate based on sexual activity? A lot of people have been in that position. Ben and Chris sit down with Professor Eamonn Ferguson, who has been a core part of the FAIR project, which has meant blood donation has become more accessible - notably with men wh…

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Refugee Week Special! 50:50

2y ago50:50

50:50

We're back! And to kick us off, we've teamed up with the Human Rights Law Centre at the University of Nottingham to bring you a student takeover. It's Refugee Week right now and there are some pretty pressing refugee issues to talk about right now... So join guest hosts Oliver Lester and Megan Firth alongside guests Baroness Sally Hamwee, Sebastian…

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Electric Planes and Net Zero Aviation w/Sharmila Sumsurooah 20:09

2+ y ago20:09

20:09

Sharmila Sumsurooah discusses her work in developing electric aircraft and the journey towards net zero aviation with Ben, and they talk about the challenges associated with bringing together all of the people needed to make it work. They also discuss the Solutions for Aircraft Electrification Leadership (SAEL) initiative and the exciting steps its…

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Modern Slavery and the Climate Crisis w/Bethany Jackson and Jess Sparks 22:47

2+ y ago22:47

22:47

Amanda is joined by Dr Bethany Jackson and Dr Jess Sparks from the Rights Lab at the University of Nottingham, another Beacon of Excellence. They dig deep into a discussion on modern slavery within the climate crisis and thus the modern slavery climate change nexus. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at t…

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Developing a Sustainable Food Supply w/Anne Touboulic and Festo Massawe 23:21

2+ y ago23:21

23:21

Stephen sits down with Anne Touboulic and Festo Massawe from Nottingham's Future Food Beacon to discuss the impacts of climate change on global food supplies and what can possibly be done. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-breaking research do…

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The Ethics of Climate Finance w/Matthew Rendall 19:12

2+ y ago19:12

19:12

Matthew Rendall joins Ben to talk about the ethics of financing climate change solutions. Is it justifiable to fund greenhouse gas mitigation through deficit spending? Matthew brings Ben up to speed on his latest research. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring togeth…

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BONUS: Black History Month - Race and the Research Pipeline w/Maria Arruda 20:01

2+ y ago20:01

20:01

As Black History Month draws to a close this year, Amanda Chukwudozie sits down with Maria Arruda in this bonus episode, who is Head of Researcher Development and Chair of the BAME Staff Network at the University of Nottingham. They discuss the research pipeline at the university, as well as the integration of the Black experience. Knowledge, Engag…

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Clean Cooking, Kitchen Culture and Climate Change w/Mike Clifford 18:22

2+ y ago18:22

18:22

Ben is joined by Dr Mike Clifford, resident expert in cookstoves, to talk about cookstove's impacts on the environment, but also why simply replacing them with brand new, efficient models isn't always the answer. Food is deeply embedded in our cultures, and climate solutions should seek to connect with these cultures. Knowledge, Engaged is brought …

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Climate Change Responsibilities of Businesses and Human Rights Impacts w/Robert McCorquodale 20:10

2+ y ago20:10

20:10

Robert McCorquodale talks to Ben Sherwood about Human Rights Due Diligence and how addressing corporation's human rights responsibilities could be a valuable approach in the fight against climate change. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-break…

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Peatland is the Most Valuable Climate Resource You’re Not Talking About w/David Large 18:04

3y ago18:04

18:04

People regularly talk about the ocean and trees as being natural carbon stores we should protect and focus on, and they're right. BUT, peatland also deserves to be thrown into the mix, as David Large tells Stephen. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the g…

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Ethnic Minorities and Disproportionate Environmental Impacts w/Charles Ogunbode 24:09

3y ago24:09

24:09

Race and Climate Change are inextricably linked, as our guest Dr Charles Ogunbode discusses with Chris Sims. In the second of our COP26 specials, we look at why the conversation about the environment is missing out on a vital demographic, when that same demographic tends to shoulder most of the impacts. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The I…

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Reducing the Environmental Impact of Dairy Farming w/Jean Margerison 23:27

3y ago23:27

23:27

Ben Sherwood is joined by Jean Margerison to discuss dairy farming and how we might reduce the environmental impact of it, as well as issues of animal welfare. This is the first of a series on COP26-themed episodes to mark the COP26 conference taking place in November. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement a…

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Contracts for Difference and Energy Storage w/Seamus Garvey 22:19

3y ago22:19

22:19

Seamus Garvey joins Stephen Meek in discussing Contracts for Difference (CfDs) and energy storage, whilst tackling the problem in our thinking about renewable energy systems. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-breaking research done at Nottingh…

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The ReFashion Study: Building Back Better in Cambodia w/Sabina Lawreniuk 17:36

3y ago17:36

17:36

Sabina Lawreniuk joins Stephen to discuss ReFashion, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global supply chains, and the gendered impact of this disruption on the people of Cambodia. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-breaking research done at…

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Episode 3 - Stacey Giulianti, Florida Peninsula - Does Hurricane Season ever end? 43:35

3y ago43:35

43:35

The founder of Florida Peninsula Insurance, Stacey Giulianti, talks about hurricanes and what happens after the wind blows for homeowners. We discuss the pros of using a flood endorsement over the NFIP and why not offering the endorsement may leave your clients unprotected. Closing out the program, Stacey gives advice to young insurance professiona…

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See Bike, Say Bike: Cognitive Psychology and the Psychology of Driving w/Peter Chapman 23:25

3y ago23:25

23:25

Peter Chapman talks to Stephen about his work on cognitive psychology, specifically when it comes to driving. They have a fascinating discussion about how memory plays a part in road accidents, as well as about the See Bike, Say Bike campaign. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottin…

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Episode 2 - Trace Meek, fetch! - Spend less time finding a home for homeowners 34:54

3y ago34:54

34:54

In this episode, we talk to Trace Meek, founder of fetch! an underwriting prequalification tool that reduces the amount of time insurance agents spend finding the perfect carrier. We discuss how fetch! was created out of frustration from Trace, an insurance agency owner who knew there was a better way. Listen to see if fetch! can help your agency s…

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From Research to Law: Setting the Standards for Data Protection w/ Elvira Perez Vallejos 20:35

3y ago20:35

20:35

Stephen Meek sits down with Elvira Perez Vallejos to talk about data protection, especially amongst young people, and how her research has led to changes in digital law. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-breaking research done at Nottingham an…

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The Biodiscovery Institute w/ Chris Denning 16:42

3y ago16:42

16:42

In this second part of the conversation, (the first part can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/3c2e689f), Director Stephen Meek speaks to Prof. Chris Denning about the University of Nottingham's Biodiscovery Institute and the work they are doing, as well talking a little bit about Chris' passion for photography. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to yo…

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Responding to the Pandemic: The UoN Covid19 Testing Service w/ Chris Denning 17:26

3y ago17:26

17:26

In the first of two parts, Director Stephen Meek speaks to Prof. Chris Denning about the University of Nottingham Covid-19 Testing Service and the impact it has made locally and for the country as a whole. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, to bring together the ground-bre…

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Episode 1 - Bill Morton, AmWins - Who is the future of the insurance workforce? 27:09

3y ago27:09

27:09

Bill Morton, VP of AmWins, a Florida State University graduate of the RMI program discusses the problem with the insurance industry's need to infuse new talent and how to recruit young people to see insurance in a different light. Be sure to check out the insuranceonlocation.com website for more information.…

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What’s up with Everyone? Rethinking Mental Health Education for Young People w/ Paul Crawford 19:25

3y ago19:25

19:25

Director Stephen Meek speaks to Prof. Paul Crawford about What's Up With Everyone? They discuss the importance of mental health education in young people, working with Aardman Animations, as well his book, Cabin Fever, written during lockdown. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottin…

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The LGBT+ Youth Manifesto w/ Lucy Jones 19:14

3y ago19:14

19:14

In this episode, Deputy Director Chris Sims speaks to Dr Lucy Jones about the LGBT+ Youth Manifesto, which raises youth voices on how the UK can better support LGBT+ youth. We also discuss how different intersecting experiences impact on identity. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of No…

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Building a More Equal, Diverse and Inclusive World w/ Louise Mullany 16:50

3y ago16:50

16:50

In this first episode, director of the Institute, Stephen Meek, speaks to Professor Louise Mullany about the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Research Hub and the potential of UoN research to shape our understanding of EDI issues. Knowledge, Engaged is brought to you by The Institute of Policy and Engagement at the University of Nottingham, …

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