Summer of Research events
SussexDocFest: Neurodivergent PGRs lived experience panel
Please note - This event is for PGRs, ECRs, JRAs, professional services and academic staff supporting researchers from the University of Sussex, BSMS and IDS only. We will need you to provide your Sussex associated email address when booking.
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What does it mean to be a neurodivergent PGR? What are the advantages, the challenges, and the support networks available? Join us for a panel discussion featuring four neurodivergent PGRs who will discuss their diverse experiences of undertaking a research degree at Sussex.
This event will explore unique perspectives, challenges and triumphs as the four scholars share their personal journeys navigating academia. Attending the event will allow you to gain insight, foster understanding, and celebrate diversity in research and learning.
Meet our panel as they share insights into their experience navigating postgraduate research:
- Joshua Francis – Psychology: A researcher in Psychology and the Students’ Union’s PGR Officer, Josh has written a blogpost on being a neurodivergent researcher, dealing with imposter thoughts and suggesting tools and recommendations to support others.
- Roz De’Ath – MAH: A PGR in English, Roz also works at the Library as a Student Experience Library Officer. Roz is an active member of the Neurodiversity Staff Network, and is working on a project to include resources for neurodivergent students on the Library website.
- Wendy Ashall – ESW: A researcher in Education and also a Senior Lecturer in Anthropology at Global Studies, Wendy’s research examines the experiences of Foundation Year students.
- Abigail Rieley – MAH: A PGR in History, Abigail helped the Sussex Researcher School develop a Canvas page to support neurodivergent researchers, and supervisors supervising neurodivergent PGRs.
- Romy Beauté - EngInf: A PGR working with Sussex AI and based in the Centre for Consciousness Science. Romy's research spans several disciplines, including cognitive sciences, neurosciences, computational sciences, and psychology. Using her experience with ADHD as a focal point, Romy will demonstrate how unique ways of thinking and perceiving the world can be valuable assets in research.
For the best experience, attending the event in person is encouraged. However, if you are unable to attend in person, online attendance will be available upon request when booking.
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This event is part of the Summer of Research 2024, a festival celebrating fantastic research from the University of Sussex and its positive impact. Sign up for other exciting events here!