The home of RDM reflections from RDM's people. Contact communications@rdm.ox.ac.uk if you would like to contribute or if you have ideas about the sort of content you'd like to see here.
Working together and avoiding silos
There are exciting times ahead in RDM with the recent launch of its new research strategy.
Championing technical staff at Oxford
Michalina Mazurczyk writes about her experiences as a Technician Champion, helping to deliver the University's Technician Commitment; a UK-wide initiative to recognise the valuable work of technical staff and support their professional development.
Mentoring in RDM: history, definition and benefits
Mentoring has long been an important part of how we support, connect, and develop people within RDM. Here’s a look at how the scheme has evolved and continues to make an impact.
From forensics to fellowships: my journey into research support
Research Facilitator Jessica Bassett, writes about her role within RDM's Research Strategy and Funding Team and how her role is supporting colleagues across the department.
Celebrating remarkable LGBTQIA+ scientists
This Pride Month, Casey Johnson, a DPhil student in RDM's Cardiovascular Clinical Research Facility, highlights some of the influential members of the LGBTQIA+ community whose contributions have helped advance their disciplines and visibility in STEM.
In celebration of data science and supporting an inclusive research culture
Charlotte George and Rachel Etherington, based in the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, write about their work on a UK-wide initiative to support the inclusion and integration of data scientists working in biomedical science.
Supporting RDM's Early Career Researchers
RDM's Head of Strategic Research Development Sarah Ball reflects on the role of RDM's Academic Career Panel.
A happy lab
Hans Ng, a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Goriely Lab, MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, reflects on the process of writing a lab handbook
Facilitating entrepreneurship in RDM
Professor Simon Davis, RDM's Entrepreneurship Lead, reflects on his role and shares some plans.
Researcher representation
Senior Post-Doc Andrew Armitage (Drakesmith Group, MRC WIMM) discusses how researchers can influence research culture in RDM and the University.
Update from the RDM Researcher Association
The RDM Researcher Association is run by researchers for researchers. Our goal is to create a supportive and inclusive community. Our activities range from organising career development and networking events to hosting social gatherings that connect researchers from different RDM divisions.
RDM's Senior Leadership Team discusses internal communications
RDM’s Senior Leadership Team meets every two months – but what do we talk about?
Tremendous people and teams
RDM's new Head of Human Resources, Emma Engel, reflects on her first six months in post.
RDM EDI Committee Michaelmas Term 2024
RDM's EDI Facilitator Charlotte Smith summarises what was discussed at the last meeting which took place at the end of October.