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The Institute for Science and Society at the University of Nottingham invites you to the first UK Postgraduate Science and Technology Studies (PSTS) conference on the 28th and 29th July 2009. If you are engaged in research in science, technology and society and related fields, then the event will provide a key forum in which to present on-going research and build networks within the UK STS community. The conference is organised by postgraduate students and is intended for postgrads, giving participants unique opportunities to:
* Present research to a relevant audience
* Receive commentary on work-in-progress in a friendly and supportive environment
* Practice presentation skills
* Meet students with similar research interests
* Listen to keynote speakers with established careers in the field
* Carry debates across disciplinary boundaries
* Reflect on the identities of UK STS
* Build working relationships at an early career stage
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Sujatha Raman, Institute for Science and Society, University of Nottingham
Dr. Nik Brown, Science and Technology Studies Unit, University of York
Dr. Paul Martin, Institute for Science and Society, University of Nottingham
Dr. Adam Hedgecoe, Department of Sociology, University of Sussex
Cost, Accommodation and Travel
The early registration conference fee is £125 which includes en suite accommodation in University halls, all meals and the conference dinner.
There are a number of travel bursaries available. If you would like to apply for a travel bursary please indicate so on the abstract submission form, downloadable from the website, fill it in and return it to us before the 1st March 2009.
Abstract Submission
Individual paper proposals for a 15-20 minute presentation on any topic germane to the aims of the conference should be submitted by abstract (no longer than 300 words) using the abstract submission form, to [log in to unmask] by 1st March 2009. Please include full contact details. Or e-mail Andy Balmer at [log in to unmask] if you have any other queries.
Further information, such as a provisional agenda, travel information, etcetera, will be available on the conference website: http://www.psts.org.uk <http://www.psts.org.uk/>
With all best wishes,
The PSTS conference team
http://www.psts.org.uk <http://www.psts.org.uk/>
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