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SSCR Research Trainees sharpen their skills in evidence synthesis methods

Elsie and Mari-Liis gained a valuable introduction to conducting systematic literature reviews and the principles behind searching for evidence in a thorough and transparent way.
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Seminar: No one wants to talk about it: Exploring transitions in family care for people with learning disabilities

Sheffield SSCR's Dr Tom Ryan and Elsie Ledger will be presenting their project as part of the Centre for Care Seminar Series.
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SSCR at Pint of Science Sheffield!

SSCR researchers took their work out into the city as part of the annual Pint of Science public engagement festival.
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SSCR Researcher Presents Work on Virtual Showcases at Major European Conference

Anastasia Karpunina travelled to Aberdeen to present her research on virtual environments and AI avatars for social work training at the European Conference for Social Work Research (ECSWR), a leading annual social work research event in Europe.
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SSCR Researcher learns about Social Return on Investment (SROI)

We supported PhD Student Charlie Grosset to learn about this important alternative to financial ROI when considering the value of care interventions.
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SSCR Community gathers for NIHR School for Social Care Research Spring Celebration

Sheffield SSCR’s inaugural event to showcase progress, exchange future plans, and celebrate the growing impact of our work!
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SSCR Research Trainee attends BSA Event on Religion, Health and Care

Elsie Ledger travelled to Nottingham to explore how religion shapes health and social care decisions, and how greater cultural and religious competence can improve services and policy.

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SSCR at the Faculty Research Showcase!

On Tuesday 14th April, Sheffield SSCR was delighted to take part in the Faculty of Social Sciences inaugural Showcase Event at the Wave, showcasing our transformative research and connecting with colleagues.
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From guidance to practice: supporting care home staff to embed the Sexual Rights Charter

New SSCR research explores how to create a culture of openness around relationships and sexuality in care homes, with the aim to support care home staff in improving dignity and wellbeing for older adults.