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Thank you for being part of the DRN community and for continuing to engage in these conversations. We hope this edition sparks new ideas and inspires you to think about how your research can make an impact beyond the (conventional) page.
As always, this issue features responses to our Question of the Month - What forms of alternative research dissemination have you undertaken or participated in? - as well as the latest community news, events, and opportunities.
We also highlight six top tips for knowledge exchange, along with an applied example from our own Knowledge Exchange Workshop at the National Army Museum, co-hosted with the British International Studies Association (BISA) and Anglia Ruskin University, in collaboration with the BISA Critical Military Studies Working Group.
If you're interested in presenting your research in innovative and engaging formats but feel short on time or skills, this edition includes examples of creative agency collaboration - working with professionals in design, media, or storytelling - as well as further training to help you think creatively about your research impact.
Alongside this, we share an infographic outlining various alternative methods of research dissemination and the importance of the three P’s - Purpose, Process, and People - in making sure your outputs are meaningful and effective.
Disseminating research is more than just publishing in journals; it’s about sharing knowledge in accessible, innovative ways that foster engagement, impact, and dialogue. To highlight one such approach, we’re delighted to feature a contribution from Dr. Miranda Melcher, who introduces the New Books Network (NBN) - a vast podcasting platform where academics discuss their latest books with expert interviewers. Miranda shares how the NBN has been invaluable for discovering new research, engaging with authors, and even becoming a host to develop public engagement skills. For those looking to make their work more widely accessible, her insights offer inspiration on how podcasting can be a powerful tool for research dissemination.
As winter draws to a close and we look ahead to spring, we’re pleased to bring you the February edition of the DRN Newsletter! This month, we explore alternative research dissemination, knowledge exchange, and mobilisation - critical elements in ensuring our work reaches beyond traditional academic spaces and engages broader audiences.
Happy reading!
Tegan Watt Harrison
Newsletter Editor
Defence Research Network
See the full newsletter here: Alternative Research Dissemination, Knowledge Exchange, and Mobilisation
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