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I don’t think I will ever leave research

Posted: Sat Feb 08, 2025 4:01 am
by asimj1
As Sarah pointed out, it’s no coincidence that women’s research outputs have dropped dramatically during the Covid-19 crisis.

Have there been any positives for you #DoingResearchNow?
This question produced a range of responses from our Fellows.

There were those who were excited to qatar rcs data see the impact of their work more quickly than they might in ‘normal’ times.

Anne said,

When I am working critical work means that I get to see the impact quicker which is quite rewarding.

While James commented on how the current situation has helped him realise how highly the work he does is regarded, given its coverage in The Independent, the Irish Times, the Daily Mirror and The Sun. Inspiringly, he added,


Aishah has discovered that moving into industry has made use of the skills she has developed doing academic research:

My experience as a PhD researcher has helped me to excel in my current role where there is a demand for analytical thinking and collaborative working.

Some Fellows have become involved in discovering new insights into people’s lives during the Covid-19 situation. Ben said,