Conference reflections 2015
For those who couldn’t make it to the Understanding Society Scientific Conference 2015; abstracts, photos and videos from the event are now available.
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Parallels, prizes & a plenary were presented on the final day
The last day of the Scientific Conference saw a keynote speech by Professor David Bell and five awards presented to PhD students, researchers and professors.
Extra conference activities encourage lively debates
The second day of the Understanding Society Scientific Conference gave researchers the chance to attend drop-in sessions, workshops and a user consultation session.
Highlights from day one of the Scientific Conference 2015
Hundreds of social scientists headed to the Understanding Society Scientific Conference today to share their research based on longitudinal data.
The importance of youth data to be discussed at Conference
On Wednesday 22nd July, researchers will discuss the unique value of youth data in Understanding Society at the University of Essex.
Conference registration closed on 13th July
The registration for the Understanding Society Scientific Conference has now closed.
Conference presenters announce workshop details
During the Understanding Society Scientific Conference 2015, there will be a collection of workshops delivered by specialist trainers to enhance attendees’ conference experience.
How to maximise your academic conference experience
With 10+ years’ experience of attending academic conferences, Assistant Professor Wendy M. Christensen shares how best to prepare for these essential events.
Results of the youth consultation to be discussed at conference
Views on the content of Understanding Society’s youth questionnaire and related questions asked of young adults have been collected and will be discussed at the conference.
Why attend the Understanding Society Scientific Conference?
Occurring every two years, the Understanding Society Scientific Conference presents a rare chance for people from different disciplines to meet and share their research.
Plenary speakers announce their abstracts
In the lead-up to Understanding Society’s Scientific Conference 2015, the plenary speakers have published their abstracts.
First timer’s guide to academic conferences
Attending your first academic conference? Alexandru Cernat, PhD student at the Institute for Social and Economic Research reports on how to make the most of it.
Registration for Understanding Society’s Scientific Conference is now open
The registration for the Understanding Society Scientific Conference to be held from 21-23rd July at the University of Essex is now open.
Discover the conference highlights and activities
Make the most of your time at the Understanding Society Scientific Conference by checking out the hub of activities that will be taking place this year.
Meet the team at a drop-in session
The team at Understanding Society has launched a series of drop-in sessions at its Scientific Conference to encourage visitors to ask questions about the study and its individual features.
Specialist training now available
The team at Understanding Society will be delivering a programme of specialist training in the days leading up to the conference in July.
Make the most of your poster session
Create a poster with real impact by following this guidance from the Understanding Society team.