The REPAIR Project investigates how structural inequities shape access to research funding and recognition, particularly for early career researchers and doctoral candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. This session will share emerging insights from a mixed-methods programme of work, including:
- Mapping internal funding schemes across UCL using a co-produced equity and inclusivity checklist.
- Findings on barriers around eligibility criteria, triage practices, review transparency, and flexibility for career breaks or caring responsibilities.
- Results from a national survey, interviews, and a pilot nominations network analysis exploring equity in academic recognition.
- Key themes include the role of intersectionality, transparency, and inclusivity in shaping fairer research cultures, as well as practical reflections on embedding equity in internal selection processes.
Following the presentation, an expert panel discussion will explore the wider implications for research culture across neuroscience and beyond asking what meaningful steps can be taken to ensure that research ecosystems truly support diverse talent.
Dr Christin Henein
Nathaniel Jones
Professor Narender Ramnani
