Engagement

We bring world-leading research to the public to make developmental biology and regenerative medicine accessible for everyone.

Public engagement is a vital part of research

Our researchers actively engage in festivals and science fairs, such as IF Oxford and Science in the Park. Members also support charitable causes, participating in events like the MDUK Town and Gown 10K and the BHF London Marathon, and have hosted the launch of the ‘Heart of Oxford’ Business Board for the British Heart Foundation.

We foster collaboration with schools through teacher initiatives and hands-on lab activities for students. Our researchers participate in public lecture series like Pint of Science UK and promote equality in STEM by supporting programmes like In2ScienceUK. Additionally, IDRM experts frequently feature in media outlets.

Public Engagement Champions

Our Public Engagement Champions play a pivotal role in promoting and facilitating the connection between our research and the wider community. They focus on:

Information & Resource Signposting – Sharing guidance on best practices and available support for working with different audiences .
Advocacy & Awareness – Raising awareness of engagement opportunities and promoting them to colleagues and communities beyond the Institute.
Encouraging Best Practice – Promoting a research culture that actively engages with diverse audiences.

Our Engagement Champions

Tomoko Watanabe

Postdoctoral Research Scientist

“Public engagement brings different people and their ideas together. I love seeing the ideas brought together to make a positive impact in people. I'm looking forward to engaging the public with fellow IDRM members.”