New Researchers in Families and Relationships: 
3rd June 2009: University of Edinburgh


Our fifth new researchers in families and relationships conference will provide an opportunity to discuss research issues and present papers in a supportive environment.  It will include:

*Presentation by new researchers on either substantive topics, theoretical issues, or methodological issues or innovations
*Opportunities to discuss work and network with peers 
*Personal and career development opportunity in presenting research 
*Discussion of research issues with like-minded colleagues 

This is a multi-disciplinary and cross-sector event.  Around fifty new researchers attended each of the previous events, with papers presented by new researchers from a range of voluntary organisations and academic disciplines and institutions.

Who are 'New Researchers'?
By new researchers we mean people who have been working in a research environment for 5 years or less. This can be either within or outside the academic sector including Ph.D. students, other postgraduate students, researchers/lecturers within five years of completing their Ph.D. and academics returning to research, and researchers from the voluntary sector, Local Government, National Government and the private sector.

Conference Venue
The University of Edinburgh, St Leonard's Hall, Pollock Halls of Residence

Key Dates
Receipt of Abstracts: 3rd March 2009
Registration for those presenting papers by 20th March 2009 
Final programme 20th April 2009 
Date of Meeting 3rd June 2009

Call for Papers
Abstracts of up to 250 words should be submitted by 3rd March 2009 from new researchers who wish to present a conference paper. Abstracts should be submitted using the form attached or the form on our website They can be emailed to [log in to unmask], or submitted via our website http://www.crfr.ac.uk/events/newresconference.htm

Social
An informal 'evening meal/social gathering' will be organised. This event will be open to all delegates.  If you would like to take part please indicate on your booking form.

Costs
Registration fee of £50.00 includes buffet lunch and light refreshments.


Further Information, Registration & Receipt of Abstracts 

Laura Marshall CRFR
23 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh, EH8 9LN
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0131-651-3001 (tel.) / 0131-651-1833 (fax)


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