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Spotlight on the RDF: 1.8 Motivated
In one of our occasional series of “Spotlight on…” posts, Georgina Hardy, PGR Development Manager in Libraries and Learning Resources takes a closer look at a specific descriptor from the RDF. Each one of the thirty-two descriptors in Vitae‘s Researcher Development Framework (RDF) is a characteristic of an excellent researcher, and we’ll be looking at how UoB PGRs can develop these characteristics.
AI in Research: a sceptic’s reflections
Reflecting on attending two recent events exploring the role of AI in doctoral research and academic writing, Luke Bradbury, a PGR in the Department of Public Administration and Policy, considers where AI can support PGRs and where human judgement still matters.
Reminiscing and Progress: the PhD Viva and what comes next
Getting your PhD in for your deadline is no small feat, but what about the dreaded phrase ‘PhD Viva’? In this post, postgraduate researcher Amy Porter reflects on her Viva experience and shares expert advice on approaching corrections.
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- 1.1 Development-focussed
- 1.8 Motivated
- 2.3 Information and data literacy
- 2.4 Digital and technological capabilities
- 3.1 Funding and finance
- 3.4 Open research
- 4.1 Communication
- 4.2 Research outputs
- 4.3 Knowledge exchange and public engagement
- 4.4 Research translation and commercialisation
- 4.5 Teaching and learning
- 5.1 Research culture
- 5.6 Networking
- Research Communities
- Research: Engagement and impact
- Research: Knowledge and practice
- Research: Research management
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