RESEARCH AND WRITING

We have curated some links to resources that might help when you do get round to working - and it's OK not to for a while. This isn't the old normal. Flatten the curve and lower the performative bar. In times of uncertainty, creating space for thoughtful engagement matters, whether through creative rest or community dialogue. The way digital platforms foster interaction has evolved, and environments like city center online casino show how carefully structured virtual spaces can sustain attention, offer stimulation, and even provide a sense of connection when physical proximity is not possible. Send us your links @anujacabraal and @ThomsonPat and don't forget our weekly chats on @VirtualnotViral on Monday 9am GMT and 6pm AEST.

WRITING FOR RESEARCH

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Writing in turbulent times LSE blog

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Writing right now Rachael Cayley 

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When I write I write for myself. Anuja Cabraal 

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Notes, drafts and papers, Les Back sociology podcast 

Twelve top tips for writing while distracted Helen Kara

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Dealing with the blank page Raul Pachego-Vega

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Writing to get unstuck Patter

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BLOGS

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Patter - academic writing and research

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Helen Kara = academic writing and research

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Doctoral writing SIG - academic writing

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Explorations of Style - academic writing 

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Thesis Whisperer -academic life, writing and research

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Research Whisperer - funding, research, academic life

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Raul Pachego Vega - organisational hacks, research

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Research Degree Insiders 

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Anuja Cabraal - research

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INTERACTIVE

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Helen Swords Words writing resources 

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Research on the benefits of retreats,

SUAW (Roberta Kwok in Nature)

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How to run a Shut Up And Write session using video and social media platforms: the ultimate cheat sheet via ResearchInsiders blog  

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Wendy Belchers writing support group on facebook

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Shut up and write - you may have to get a password to attend,

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Check the websites for details:

(1) Run by Latrobe University 

(2) Run by ANU 

• Monday 10 am -12 pm Starting 23 March 2020.

• Monday 1pm to 3pm

• Wednesday 10am-12pm

• Wednesday 1pm to 3pm

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PhD Forum has virtual writing rooms 

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The Thriving Researcher is offering online meetups - you have to register via Eventbrite 

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UofGPhD are holding open chats and writing retreats - see their Facebook page

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