Campus talks: what makes an award-winning academic, university or project?We speak to past THE Awards winners to find out about the work for which they and their institutions were recognised Roderick Watkins, Mark Brown, Joanne Pledger, Ruth SpencerAnglia Ruskin University, Royal Holloway, University of London, University of Central Lancashire
Knowledge transfer partnerships: a guide to doing them well Advice on running a successful knowledge transfer partnership, based on the experience of James Selfe and Jim Richards co-developing a portable rehabilitation device for sports injuriesJames Selfe, Jim RichardsManchester Metropolitan University, University of Central Lancashire
Students as co-explorers: how to build a synergistic research environment Working with and for postgraduate students towards the goal of improved well-being and thriving in their future careers is the basis for successful research teams. Soo Downe offers tips based on her experience in midwifery studiesSoo DowneUniversity of Central Lancashire
The rise and rise of the lecture-tainerFalling class attendance and shorter student attention spans present challenges for university teachers. Sandi Mann offers advice for tackling the boredom conundrumSandi MannUniversity of Central Lancashire
Fostering freedom in PhD students: how supervisors can shape accessible paths for doctoral researchClive Palmer looks at alternative approaches to PhDs that open postgraduate research to more candidates – for professional development, career change or just love of learningClive PalmerUniversity of Central Lancashire