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Postgraduates connect at 2025 mid-term conference

Our 2025 Postgraduate Mid-Term Conference took place this week, with over 60 presentations across three days.

Friday 25 Apr 2025
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Using place-based, community-led research to grow climate consciousness

Tuesday 22 Apr 2025
RGS-IBG news
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New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council

Monday 14 Apr 2025
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Capturing nature’s wild edges

Wednesday 9 Apr 2025
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