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The latest news from the Learned Society of Wales

LSW Statement on Ukraine

1 March, 2022
The Learned Society of Wales condemns the illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine. This attack against a sovereign nation and the indiscriminate killing of civilians is contrary to the Charter of the United Nations and to international law. It runs counter to every one of our values. We stand in solidarity with the Ukrain... Read More

Celebrate Excellence: Society’s 2022 Medals -Nominations Open

1 March, 2022
One of the highlights of the Society's year is the awarding of our medals. These recognise Welsh research excellence in science, education, social sciences and the humanities. Today, on St. David’s Day, we celebrate the breadth and excellence of research from Wales by launching our 2022 Medals process. ht... Read More

Society Welcomes New Chief Executive

15 February, 2022
Olivia Harrison has joined the Society as its new Chief Executive, coming from her role as Head of Research, Innovation and Engagement at HEFCW. Olivia trained and worked as a chartered structural engineer in London before moving into higher education policy in Wales. Starting in public affairs at Un... Read More

Book Launch: Stars and Ribbons – Winter Wassailing in Wales

7 February, 2022
Dr. Rhiannon Ifans FLSW has recently published this book: Stars and Ribbons - Winter Wassailing in Wales. Wassail songs are part of Welsh folk culture, but what exactly are they? When are they sung? Why? And where do stars and pretty ribbons fit in? This study addresses these questions, identifying and discussing t... Read More

WISERD Annual Conference 2022: Call for Papers

4 February, 2022
“Civil society and participation: issues of equality, identity and cohesion in a changing social landscape”.   With a focus on addressing global contemporary challenges shaping civil society and participation in post-covid era, WISERD welcomes proposals for paper presentations, workshops/interactive sess... Read More

Democracy Within the European Union

3 February, 2022
Professor John Loughlin FLSW is one of the Senior Expert Advisors who have co-written the Report of the High Level Group on European Democracy for the European Committee of the Regions. The report is the CoR High Level Group's submission to the Conference on the Future of Europe which is currently taking place. Mor... Read More

Professor David Thomas awarded Polar Medal

31 January, 2022
Professor David N. Thomas FLSW, The Professor of Arctic Ecosystems Research at the University of Helsinki, has been awarded the Polar Medal by HM The Queen. The award was announced in The London Gazette on 28 January 2022. The Polar Medal may by conferred on citizens of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and North... Read More

Lecture – Rugby and National Identity in Wales: A History

31 January, 2022
A lecture by Professor Martin Johnes Wednesday 2 March 2022, 6pm. All welcome. A hybrid event at the University's Lampeter campus and on-campus and online via Microsoft Teams. If you would like to pre-register your attendance or for any enquiries, please email: Dr Matthew Cobb: m.cobb@uwtsd.ac.uk ... Read More

ECR Network at Sustainable Agriculture Conference

24 January, 2022
Members of the Learned Society of Wales' Early Career Research Network will be running a session on 'Building your Network as an Early Career Researcher' at February's Sustainable Agriculture for the 21st Century conference, run by Life Sciences Research Network Wales. This two-day online event is a showcase ... Read More