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Research Adjacent Directory

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Science writer with over 15 years of experience in content development for top-level institutions and global audiences. I love to transform complex topics into beautiful...
Skills
Copywriting, science writing, technical writing, editing and proofreading, digital marketing, storytelling, visual content creation, social media.
Subject specialisms
Environmental Education, Conservation, Marine Biology, Life Sciences, Biosciences, Genetics, Molecular Biology
I’m a freelance artist and creative facilitator based in Exeter, UK. I create images, artworks and interactive tools, host engaging workshop experiences, and facilitate reflective...
Skills
Artist, Creative Facilitator, Co-Production convener
Subject specialisms
Visual art, illustration, graphic design, workshops, facilitation, team/group processes, arts-based research
Rozia Hussain is a highly skilled researcher and evaluator, specialising in impact measurement within the charity sector, academia and local government.  Rozia has managed numerous in-depth impact projects for high...
Skills
Research, Evaluation, Impact measurement, Public Engagement, Knowledge Exchange, Co-production, Facilitation, Theories of Change, Evaluation Frameworks
Passionate about connecting people - I teach networking skills, create networking strategies, and I'm undertaking my PhD at Durham University to develop tools to help...
Skills
Networking, Public Speaking, Event Host, Training & Workshops, Consultancy
Subject specialisms
Networking, Training, Network Strategy, Academic-Practitioner Grap, Engaged Scholarship
I help Biomedical scientists with graphic design and artwork. I've helped researchers with graphics for manuscripts, biotech startups with pitch decks and websites, public engagement...
Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Powerpoint, Infographics, Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo,
Subject specialisms
Cell Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Developmental Biology, Graphic design training for scientists
At Engagement with Impact we help researchers and professionals to maximise their impact through a blend of professional development, consultancy, and evaluation services. From public...
Skills
Evaluation; Facilitation; Programme Development; 1:1 Support; Consultancy; Training & Development
Subject specialisms
Research Culture; Impact; Public Engagement; Public Engagement & Involvement; Widening Participation; Communication Skills
Hi, I’m Vicky, founding director of Inklusive Nature CIC, an award-winning illustrator, storyteller and environmental scientist. With a PhD in agroecology, I have a passion for...
Skills
Illustration, visual translation, inclusive research comms and engagement, environmental sciences
I specialise in helping researchers, innovators, and values-driven businesses communicate their work and expertise to the world. Through podcasting, content writing, and tailored communication strategies,...
Skills
Podcast Management, Content Writing, Communications strategy, science communication
With a multidisciplinary background in marine physics and ecology, and teaching roles at the University of Exeter and Falmouth University, I offer training that empowers...
Skills
Communications Training; Stakeholder Engagement; Event Production & Facilitation; Ocean Literacy; Science Education; Public Speaking
Subject specialisms
Science Communication; Ocean Literacy; Environmental SciComm
I'm a freelance science writer and editor with over two decades’ experience of communicating about science. I work with universities, science funders, the NHS and...
Skills
Writing, editing, research impact, proof reading
Subject specialisms
Life sciences, environment
Kerry Leslie Consulting offers strategic advice, support and mentoring to universities, departments and researchers. Services include: • supporting universities with the preparation of their Public...
Skills
Research Culture; Impact; Public and Patient Engagement & Involvement; Evaluation; Strategy development
Subject specialisms
Research
Scientia Scripta is a research and innovation (R&I) support agency on a mission to democratise science, for good. We specialise in strategic, creative and ethical...
Skills
Communications strategy, creative content production, public engagement, community engagement, policy engagement, facilitation, strategy development, knowledge mobilisation, systems change
Subject specialisms
We work with researchers and organisations across all science and innovation disciplines!
I help research organisations share their brilliant work through events and interactions that connect and inspire. I can help you...   -Facilitate truly valuable workshops...
Skills
event management, event strategy, research communications, facilitation, hosting, chairing, training, podcasts, websites
I’m Limor, a Research Funding and Academic Career Consultant, and the founder of The Research Bid. With over 18 years of experience across academia and...
Skills
• Research funding strategy and grant writing • Academic support and career development for researchers • Fellowship and funding application mentoring • Training and workshops for academic staff
Hi, I'm Clare! I'm a research communications consultant and I offer career and wellbeing support for researchers.   Research communications consultancy Do you need to...
Skills
Research communications, training and skills development, coaching, workplace wellbeing
Subject specialisms
For research communications consultancy: medicine and healthcare; neuroscience; psychology. For career and wellbeing support: I work with researchers and organisations in any specialism.
I focus on convening conversations to catalyse learning and action, in face to face, virtual and hybrid spaces.  I love passing these skills to others,...
Skills
Facilitation (face to face, virtual and hybrid); Training in facilitation skills.