In our weekly Research Culture Uncovered conversations we are asking what is Research Culture and why does it matter? In this episode of Season 7, our host Emma Spary is speaking to Rika Nair (LinkedIn), Elisa Clemente (LinkedIn), and Cathal Rogers (LinkedIn), members of the Research Culture Enablers Network.

We discuss the origins and aspirations of the network, delve into why it's crucial for professionals to collaborate, and discuss how this can drive significant advancements in research culture. They also share personal motivations for engaging with research culture challenges and outline priorities like job security, diversity, participation, and elevating the roles of research enablers.

The main points include:

• How the network was formed to enhance work on improving research culture
• Inclusivity for those without dedicated roles but with interests in research culture
• Reflections on the main issues and priorities in research culture
• Emphasis on job security, equality, diversity, and the value of research enablers
• The network’s approach to sharing best practices and experiences
• Plans for hosting another annual International Research Culture conference

In this episode we mention several links including:

• A link to the network: https://warwick.ac.uk/research/research-culture-at-warwick/best-practice/rcen/
• How to join the network: https://warwick.ac.uk/research/research-culture-at-warwick/best-practice/rcen/join/
• Research Excellence Framework: https://www.ref.ac.uk/
• The Research Culture Conference: https://warwick.ac.uk/research/ncrc/ircc
• The PRISM network: https://www.pris-managers.ac.uk/
• Link to the second Research Culture Enablers Network podcast released 24th April 2024: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9956719f-2f4a-4743-a4b0-d4500cadfec2

This episode of Research Culture Uncovered © 2024 by Research Culturosity is licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0 

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• Research Impact with Ged Hall (follow Ged on Twitter and LinkedIn)
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• Research Careers with Ruth Winden (follow Ruth on Twitter and LinkedIn)
• Research talent management with Tony Bromley (follow Tony on Twitter and LinkedIn)
• Meet the Research Culturositists with Emma Spary (follow Emma on Twitter and LinkedIn)
• Research co-production
• Research Leadership
• Research Evaluation

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• Researcher Development and Culture Website
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• University of Leeds Research Culture Statement
• University of Leeds Responsible Metrics Statement
• University of Leeds Open Research Statement
• University of Leeds Research Culture Strategy - launched September 2023