Thanks to @arfon.bsky.social, Editor-in-Chief of JOSS, for collaborating on this session, and @n8cir.bsky.social for financial assistance
JOSS is one of many diamond open access initiatives that have been supported by @uoylibrary.bsky.social 👇
Panellists for the panel session "Cautionary tales" - nuancing of sovereign AI from basics and what it means for research.
Our fifth and final day is underway. #DRI26
Today's discussions centre on Sovereign AI - skills to work in a GenAI world.
You can participate online via Zoom and Slido: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
We're kicking off with a panel discussion addressing cultural and ethical challenges in AI use.
Panel session 'Lifecycle Management and Shared Infrastructure'
Day 4! Today at the DRI retreat the focus is Sustainable DRI
With sessions on
> Lifecycle Management and Shared Infrastructure
> Policy, Governance, and Accountability
> Ethical and Sustainable Industry Partnerships
+ exercises on answering funding calls
Join online: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
We've a few spaces available at Monday's in-person workshop (10am-4pm) in Newcastle exploring AI for National Security and Defence.
This in-person meeting is open to members of the N8 universities only.
Learn more & sign up: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/n8-cir-ai-...
#DRI26 Day 3 - FAIR DRI - Data is Everything
Today's sessions will cover:
- Funding, Policy, and Sustainability
- Data Integrity, Accessibility, and Governance
- Data Storage, Culture, and Future Risks
- Data Management Risks, Lessons Learned, and Cultural Change
Join us online when you can 👇
Attendees of the Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat sit in groups taking part in collaborative discussions and exercises.
Deep discussion underway on ways to build leadership skills through projects and informal opportunities.
Lunch soon, then we'll have another roundtable to look at Culture, Inclusivity, and Strategic Focus
Join online: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
A quote from UKRI reads We understand that DRI starts with the people who build, maintain, and upgrade it. By recognising their crucial role within DRI, promoting their careers, and supporting their professional development, we aim to foster a supportive culture and ensure a skilled and diverse DRI workforce.
We're heading into day two of the DRI Retreat, and our focus is on Human DRI.
Agenda: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
Join the discussion online: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
@ukri.org
10:30 WELCOME
10:45 PANEL SESSION: The hidden REF
11:30 Break
12:00 ROUND-TABLE DISCUSSION: Interconnected professionals
13:00 Break
14:00 ROUND-TABLE DISCUSSION: Effective communication
15:00 Break
15:30 PANEL SESSION: United federation of DRI
16:15 CLOSE
It's day one of our Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat
As we welcome those in the room, we also welcome those online. You can join via Zoom: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
Agenda in the comments...
The UKRI budget for National Security and Defence (NS&D) is increasing.
To bring together the strongest possible teams for this call, we are inviting N8 researchers interested in AI for NS&D to a workshop to be held at Newcastle University on 30 March 2026.
Register: n8cir.org.uk/events/n8-ci...
The Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat takes place 23-27 March, 2026 in Manchester. It is a week-long event connecting digital research infrastructure professionals, researchers, and representatives from industry and funding bodies from across the UK. In-person places are filled but online spots are available. The N8 CIR event is supported by UKRI.
In-person places for our Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat supported by @ukri.org are all filled, but there's still opportunity to input as an online participant.
You'll be able to share your thoughts and ask questions in Slido throughout.
Register at: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
Don't forget to sign up for our Demystifying Data Journals online meeting tomorrow afternoon!
n8cir.org.uk/events/demys...
We are hosting three online events in the next week, starting with a WHPC tech triaging workshop tomorrow lunchtime.
Next week we are "Demystifying data journals" on Tuesday and discussing how to use Grace Hoppers on Wednesday.
Go to n8cir.org.uk/training-and... to find out more and register.
On the day the Government published its white paper on SEND reforms - policymakers, researchers, clinicians and frontline practitioners gathered in Manchester to demonstrate how connected data can turn ambition into reality.
@childofthenorth.bsky.social @departmentforedu.bsky.social
Calling all researchers and digital research technical professionals in N8 universities! Don't forget to get your project ideas in for our summer internship scheme before the deadline on Friday 6 March.
Find out more: n8cir.org.uk/internships/...
Colleagues from NIHR HDRC present
Jake Abbas presents on NIHR ARC
Dan Birks presents on the ESRC Vulnerability & Policing Futures Research Centre
Representatives from the NIHR HDRCs and ARCs, and the Vulnerabilities & Policing Futures Research Centre highlight examples of safe, legal and ethical data linkage for earlier identification and better support for children and young people with SEND.
#CotN #SEND
A presentation on screen in a large conference room reads Child of the North Data Showcase - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data - 23 February 2026. Tables are laid out with notepads, pens and brochures.
How can connected data support better outcomes for children and young people with SEND?
We’re in Manchester to share evidence on what’s possible when services safely link data.
#CotN #SEND
Pleased to be co-hosting this @childofthenorth.bsky.social event alongside @thenhsa.bsky.social tomorrow. It's set to be a busy, collaborative and practical day!
Don't forget! There is still time to sign up for this meeting next week
Great to see one of our Theme Leads sharing their experiences as a woman in science before International Women’s Day.
Great news! The N8 CIR are now seeking applications from researchers and dRTPs in N8 universities to submit proposals for consideration as our summer internship projects. You can find all the information you require and a link to the application form on this page: n8cir.org.uk/internships/...
We have a poster for Fluid Environments & Spatial Humanities! (credit: Giulia Grisot)
Join us in Lancaster on Feb 27 - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fluid-envi...
Travel bursaries available for @n8cir.bsky.social students & staff. Details via registration.
#dh #envhum #spatialhumanities #histstm
Child of the North Data Showcase - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data. Monday, 23 February in Manchester. A workshop for government policymakers, leading researchers, data holders and service experts from across the North of England. Co-hosted by N8 CIR, Child of the North and the Northern Health Science Alliance. The deadline to apply to attend is 30 January.
📣 Final call! Academics, data scientists, service experts, the deadline to apply to attend is tomorrow, end of day (midnight).
Join policy teams and scientists from across Whitehall to explore how connected data can address the SEND crisis.
Complete the short survey: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
The Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat takes place from 23rd to 27th March in Manchester. This is a week-long residential event connecting digital research infrastructure professionals, researchers, and representatives from industry and funding bodies from across the UK. Hosted by N8 CIR in partnership with UKRI.
Don't delay - apply today!
We've a few spaces remaining for our Digital Research Infrastructure Retreat in partnership with @ukri.org
Open to all digital research technical professionals, as well as those working in academia, funding bodies, and industry.
Apply at: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
Can you contribute relevant expertise, projects, data assets or insights?
Join Whitehall policy teams and scientists to discuss Areas of Research Interest for SEND. Apply by Fri 30 January.
Learn more: n8cir.org.uk/training-and-events/chil...
Child of the North Data Showcase. Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data. 23 February 2026, Manchester. A workshop for government policymakers, leading researchers, data holders and service experts from across the North of England. Co hosted by N8 CIR, Child of the North and Northern Health Science Alliance.
🫵 Call for Expressions of Interest
We are seeking individuals and teams who wish to participate in this workshop focused on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data.
EOI deadline is 30 Jan.
Learn more and apply at: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
EPCC PhD student standing beside project poster.
Looking for a new challenge? We currently have PhD opportunities in the areas of HPC, AI, software sustainability, and Exascale computing related to Earth and environmental sciences. Boost your career with EPCC! edin.ac/3Wk7h0q
This event is delivered in partnership with @childofthenorth.bsky.social and @thenhsa.bsky.social
Child of the North Data Showcase. Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data. 23 February 2026, Manchester. A workshop for government policymakers, leading researchers, data holders and service experts from across the North of England. Co hosted by N8 CIR, Child of the North and Northern Health Science Alliance.
📣 Call for EOIs! DL Fri 30 Jan.
Join us for a workshop focused on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and the power of connected data.
Please share with policymakers, researchers, data holders and service experts.
Learn more and apply to attend: n8cir.org.uk/training-and...
🆕 This NASA/ESA/CSA #Webb Space Telescope image shows the Westerlund 2 star cluster. 🧪🔭
🔗 esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Images/2025/12/Webb_Dwarf_stars_in_a_glittering_sky
@science.esa.int @stsci.edu
