Research Data Conversations (Prof Vanessa Higgins, UK Data Service) - on campus

Research Data Conversations is part of a new series of My Research Essentials and Data Stewardship Community events exploring themes within research data and data stewardship.

The sessions will have a collaborative and conversational format and explore themes that promote open and FAIR data practices, and the promotion and development of new and emerging ideas in research data management.

Research data management and data stewardship is an area of growing professionalism and potential for academic-related career paths. These events would be suitable for anyone interested in exploring ideas in the field, connecting with data professionals at different stages of their careers and across different disciplines, and joining a community that feeds into the development of research systems and data stewardship at the University of Manchester.

The session will be led by Vanessa Higgins, Professor of Data Literacy in the Social Sciences within the Department of Social Statistics and Cathie Marsh Institute, University of Manchester. Vanessa is also Service Director of Training and User Support for the UK Data Service and will lead a discussion on research data literacy and data skills training, giving attendees an in-depth look at the work, role, and support provided by the UK Data Service.

Schedule

12-1pm: Presentation and discussion.

1-1:30pm: Optional lunch and further conversations.

Venue: Main Library, Ground Floor Seminar Room