The ESRC Festival of Social Science offers a fascinating insight into some of the country's leading social science research and how it influences our social, economic and political lives – both now and in the future.
Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2022, the festival was an opportunity for our researchers to engage with non-academic audiences, increasing awareness of the impact of social science on society and the economy. Audiences were invited to meet the researchers, engage in research activities and potentially influence research.
The theme for the 2022 festival was ‘my local area’ so events explored how social science research impacts on our community.
The University has participated in the festival since 2014.
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