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Research Adjacent

Sarah McLusky
Research Adjacent
Knowledge Exchange
Public Engagement
REF
Science Communication
University Of Leeds
Research Impact
University Of Exeter
Impact
Knowledge Mobilization
Trees For Life
Independent Contractor
Diversity and Inclusion In Research
Canadian Consortium On Neurodegeneration and Aging
Melbourne, Australia
Research Careers
Research Services
Exeter
Arts and Culture
Creative Fellowship Programme

Research Adjacent is a podcast that shines a light on everything that goes into making research successful, except the research. I’m talking about public engagement, knowledge exchange, outreach, project management, research communications, publishing, funding, events, training, partnerships, facilitation, and the rest. Too often, all we hear about are the researchers and the research outputs. Wel... more

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In this compilation episode Sarah tries to answer one of the most commonly asked questions about the podcast - what even is 'research-adjacent' anyway?

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As we near 100 episodes, Sarah announces that it's time to step aside and let others take the lead in the research-adjacent careers space.

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Research Professional Futures is a major UK-wide programme focused on improving recognition, opportunities and support for the research professional workforce. For this episode Sarah is joined by the project co-leads – Lorna Wilson (Durham University... more

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Andrew Cripps is Technical Head of the Small Animal Research Unit at the University of Reading. Andrew has spent his career helping to advance medical science through animal research.

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Kirsty Ross
Public engagement specialist
University of St Andrews
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
John Elvin
Royal Society employee who discussed Research Adjacent as a descriptor
Royal Society
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Jenny Brady
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Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Jane (Laura) Riding
Research manager in the NHS (quote about being the glue)
NHS
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Laura Breen
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University of Manchester
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Jenny Smith
Networking expert and PhD candidate
Current PhD/Networking focus
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Anya Rodin
Founder of the Prism Network
Prism Network
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Rachel Reeds
Impact and knowledge exchange advocate
Episode: What is 'research-adjacent'? (Episode 97)
Lorna Wilson
Managing Director of Research and Innovation Services, Durham University
Durham University
Episode: We’re all here for the research with the Research Professional Futures team (Episode 95)

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Taking research from bench to bedside with Anji Miller (Episode 74)
Q: How did your own career path shape your current approach to mentorship and training?
Her journey through multiple degrees in biology and IP law, plus hands-on translational work, informs a mentorship philosophy that blends practical, strategic guidance with caution about access, equity, and the realities of moving research toward patients.
Taking research from bench to bedside with Anji Miller (Episode 74)
Q: What does it mean to work on the day-to-day of academic engagement, and who do you work with?
Anji describes a role focused on translating lab innovations to society by training researchers, setting up programs, and engaging international teams, often by connecting researchers with translational pathways, and by supporting collaborations with industry and external partners.
Embracing new technologies with Andy Tattersall (Episode 71)
Q: What is it that you find so interesting or enjoyable about podcasting?
He explains that podcasting provides a safe space for academics to share expertise, helps humanize teaching staff to prospective students, and allows for storytelling and life experiences beyond traditional profiles, which he finds valuable for outreach and engagement.
Building relationships to amplify research with Chris Pahlow (Episode 73)
Q: How did you get into this line of work, given your varied background?
My journey from art and film into academia and then consulting was sparked by observing how researchers were trying to make an impact yet constrained by structures that didn't support them. I learned to question where the money and effort should go and to help teams talk about their work in a way that aligns with external audiences.
Building relationships to amplify research with Chris Pahlow (Episode 73)
Q: How did your process evolve when working with researchers and centers?
I push teams to prioritize and categorize stakeholders, moving beyond generic dissemination to identify ecosystem enablers—people and organizations that set up the team for success, including decision-makers, funders, and industry partners. The aim is to integrate engagement into the research process from the start, not as a one-off add-on.

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This show centers on the people and processes that make research possible outside the lab or fieldwork itself. Episodes spotlight knowledge mobilization, research impact, public engagement, interdisciplinary partnerships, funding workflows, career development, and practical operations that keep research ecosystems moving. Guests range from university leaders and program managers to researchers who specialize in communications, knowledge exchange, open science, and inclusive outreach. Notable throughlines include collaborative models that prioritize relationships over deliverables, practical strategies for scaling impact, and creative approaches to communicating and coordinating research beyond traditional “outputs.” The format often blends ... more

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