Date: Tuesday, 9 September 2025
Venue: Hope Street Hotel, Liverpool, L1 9DA
Over the course of the project, the Thrive team has collaborated with a diverse group of stakeholders to co-develop a new team-convening model for collaborative, team-based research. This innovative approach is currently being piloted through a Mission funding opportunity with the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).
The symposium offers a valuable opportunity for key stakeholders to engage with the outcomes and findings of the Thrive project through a programme of talks, presentations and panel discussions.
Event highlights
Thrive Project Overview
Gain an insight into the project's journey, highlights, and key achievements. This session will also outline the next steps and future ambitions for Thrive.
Presentations from Mission Awarded Projects
Hear directly from projects awarded Mission funding as they share their aims, experiences, and lessons learned through the application and delivery process. This will be followed by a panel discussion to encourage collaborative dialogue and knowledge exchange.
Panel Discussion with Research Leaders
A panel of respected leading stakeholders will discuss current issues and opportunities in the research community, with an open forum for audience contributions.
The event promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees, offering a platform for knowledge exchange and networking among stakeholders in the research community.
Agenda for the day
- 9.45am - 10.15am
Guest registration and networking - 10.15am - 10.30am
Welcome address by Prof. Anthony Hollander, Pro-Vice Chancellor for Research and Impact, University of Liverpool - 10.30am - 11am
Thrive Project: Reflections on our journey, key milestones and achievements - 11am - 12noon
Mission Awards: Presentations and panel discussion from three funded projects - 12noon - 1pm
Networking lunch - 1pm - 2pm
Panel Discussion: Insights from leading stakeholders - 2pm - 2.15pm
Steven Hill, Director of Research, Research England - 2.15pm - 2.45pm
The Thrive Project: Key findings and next steps - 2.45pm - 3pm
Refreshment break - 3pm - 3.20pm
AHRC: Reflections and learnings - 3.20pm - 4pm
Q&A and closing remarks, an opportunity for discussion, feedback and shared reflections
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