IAS Conversations

Scheme Objectives

IAS Conversations support Warwick staff and IAS Fellows in hosting small, informal gatherings that encourage the development of new interdisciplinary research ideas. These sessions provide a collaborative environment to think speculatively, explore emerging areas of interest, and build connections across disciplines and institutions.

Designed as a catalyst for future academic initiatives, IAS Conversations often serve as a springboard for research networks, collaborative projects, and external funding applications. They align closely with the IAS's mission to promote pioneering research and collaboration within and beyond Warwick.

The IAS has an agreement with the Institute of Advanced Study at the University of Loughborough to facilitate staff mobility regionally. If you would like to explore the possibility of including Loughborough academics in your conversation, please indicate this on the application form, indicating whether or not you have already contacted them about the event.

Submissions for IAS Conversations are accepted on an open call basis and will be reviewed at the end of each month. Please be clear in your application how the IAS support will enable activity that would otherwise not be possible.

Eligibility

The scheme is open to members of Warwick staff and IAS Fellows. Applications may include co-investigators and collaborators from Warwick and other institutions.

IAS will provide

• A meeting space in the IAS Seminar Room (subject to availability)
• Catering for attendees. Where refreshments are required, IAS Conversations should be scheduled for a minimum of two hours in accordance with University Financial Procedure FP16. Refreshments cannot be provided for events lasting less than two hours.
• Where refreshments are required, IAS Conversations should be scheduled for a minimum of two hours in accordance with University Financial Procedure FP16. Refreshments cannot be provided for events lasting less than two hours.
• A dedicated web page and attendance register
• Promotional support through IAS channels
• Contact with the Institutes of Advanced Study in Loughborough / Leicester, as appropriate.
• Travel funding for collaborators from Leicester/Loughborough

How to Apply

IAS Conversations are accepted on an open call basis and will be reviewed at the end of each month. Results will be announced two weeks after the review. To apply, please complete and submit the form below.

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