UCL Centre for Behaviour Change

Graphic for the Behaviour Change Conference 2026. The top section shows the conference name, dates (17–19 June, with a pre‑conference day on 16 June), and the theme ‘Health & Sustainability’. Below, the text says ‘Join delegates from around the world!’ Above a world map dotted with 35 blue location pins across multiple countries. A banner at the bottom reads ‘Early bird rates end 31 March’.

Have you booked your place yet for #BCConf2026? We value bringing people together from a wide range of countries, disciplines and sectors - last year we welcomed delegates from 35 countries (shown in the map below)! 🌍
Late‑breaking abstracts close 9 March, 09:00 UK. ⏰
www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...

Come and join the NIHR Policy Research Unit Behavioural and Social Sciences!

We're a recruiting a Research Assistant/Research Fellow to be based @ucl-cbc.bsky.social.

For more details - and to apply by Tuesday 3rd March - visit the link below:

www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

Graphic announcing a late‑breaking call for abstracts for the 2026 Behaviour Change Conference – submit by 9 March 2026. The conference dates, 17–19 June, and a pre‑conference day on 16 June are shown. Logos for UCL Centre for Behaviour Change and NOVA Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública appear, along with a circular photo of a yellow building against a blue sky

📢 Late‑breaking call for abstracts - if you don’t already have a poster accepted for #BCConf2026, this is your chance to submit for a poster presentation. Be part of our biggest and best conference yet - and please share.
👉 Deadline: 09:00 (GMT) Monday 9 March
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Promotional graphic for the Behaviour Change Conference 2026. The title reads “Keynote: A perspective on strengthening behavioural science capacity for societal impact” with the speaker name “Prof Marijn de Bruin.” A circular photo of the speaker appears on the right. The graphic includes the conference dates “17–19 June,” “Pre-Conference Day: 16 June,” and the location “Lisbon & Online.” Logos for the UCL Centre for Behaviour Change and NOVA are shown at the bottom.

Introducing our first #BCConf2026 keynote:
@marijndebruin.bsky.social, Radboud University Medical Center. Prof de Bruin's keynote will reflect on the role we can all play in building behavioural science capacity.
Book by 31 March to secure the early-bird rate.
👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...

Four images illustrating the CBC’s research themes: health and wellbeing, climate and sustainability, advancing behavioural science and its application, and organisational change.

⏰ 1 week left to apply for our Lecturer & Deputy Research Lead post.
Our interdisciplinary research tackles key societal challenges across four core themes, which you can read about on our website: www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...
👉 Find out more & apply by 25 Feb: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

Great opportunity for an experienced behavioural researcher to join BR-UK, based with us at the CBC 👇

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We’re thrilled to have received so many high‑quality submissions for #BCConf2026. Huge congratulations to everyone accepted for an oral or poster presentation 👏
It’s shaping up to be our biggest conference yet. Don’t miss out - early‑bird rates end 31 March: www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...

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New paper led by @ayselisa.bsky.social looks at UK parents' use of reusable diapers and toilet training, using COM‑B & the BCW. They found that only a small proportion use reusables exclusively, and reusable diaper use is linked with earlier toilet training.
🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Join our MSc Behaviour Change Open Day & discover how this unique programme equips you to develop, implement, and evaluate behaviour change interventions using the Behaviour Change Wheel & associated tools.
📅 12 Feb, 13:00-14:00
📅 23 Feb, 16:30-17:30
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Today, UCL turns 200. 🎉 For two centuries, our community has opened doors, challenged convention and pushed the boundaries of knowledge across every discipline. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the UCL story, here’s to the next century. ✨

#UCL200 #LoveUCL

If you’re an experienced and enthusiastic researcher with expertise in behavioural science and research methods - and the ambition to become an internationally recognised leader in the field - consider applying.
📅 Deadline: 25 February
🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

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As we recruit for our new Lecturer & Deputy Research Lead role, we wanted to share some insights into what it’s like to work as a researcher at the CBC:
🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...

Grateful for any help with sharing! @susanmichie.bsky.social @sadieboniface.bsky.social @ehps.bsky.social @nihr-pru-bass.bsky.social @hbcproject.bsky.social @behaviourresuk.bsky.social @bsphn.bsky.social @lsepbs.bsky.social @midshealthpsych.bsky.social @qmulsbbs.bsky.social @cebsap.bsky.social 🙏

Graphic announcing a UCL Centre for Behaviour Change job vacancy for Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead, with application deadline of 25 February.

📢 We're recruiting for a 'Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead' to join our management team.
We’re seeking an experienced researcher with expertise in behavioural science and research methods and a proven track record in leading projects.
👉 Find out more & apply by 25 Feb: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

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UCL has risen two places to be named third best university in Europe according to the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2026. 🥉 This achievement reflects our extensive European partnerships across research, education, and innovation.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3LHcuxz

Congratulations to our Senior Research Fellow @viviantonop.bsky.social for her UCL Public Policy Fellowship 👏 Vivi will be based in the London Borough of Newham’s transformation team, exploring how predictive AI can be used in their services to support the national shift from analogue to digital.

A flyer showing textual information for a NIHR Policy Research Unit study The text reads: Have You Experienced Both Cardiovascular Disease Risk and Mental Health Challenges? Share Your Story What’s the study about? Have You Experienced Both Cardiovascular Disease Risk and Mental Health Challenges? Share Your Story Researchers from the NIHR Policy Research Unit in Behavioural and Social Sciences are exploring how integrated care can be improved for people with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and mild-to-moderate mental health concerns You can take part if you: • Are aged 18 or over • Have experience with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, smoking, or physical inactivity AND • Mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or low mood What’s involved? • A 1:1 online interview (up to 60 minutes) • Questions about your experiences with care • A £20 online shopping voucher as a thank you Why take part? Your voice will help shape national recommendations for improving integrated care for hearts and minds. The findings will be shared with the Department of Health and Social Care. Are you interested in taking part? To express interest scan the QR code or click this link Or email us at fani.liapi@beds.ac.uk We’ll send you more information and answer any questions

Have you experienced both cardiovascular disease risk and mental health challenges?

We're keen to hear from you.

We're interviewing people to explore how integrated care can be improved.

Find out more on the image, or click the link below:

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📘 Our new report shares survivor & stakeholder insights on what helps (and hinders) safe digital support for IPV - with practical recommendations for reducing risk.
👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-change/IPV
Authors: Dr Alison R. McKinlay, Alexandra Wakefield, Dr Vivi Antonopoulou & Dr Alexandra Burton

Black and white image with shadows of young woman looking down through a window. Quote by Alexandra Wakefield, MSc Behaviour Change, UCL Centre for Behaviour Change: “With millions of women and girls affected by intimate partner violence, COVID‑19 showed that access alone isn’t enough. Our review demonstrates why safer, privacy‑led digital design is essential if survivors are to engage safely and sustain support.” Website: www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-change/IPV

Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects 1 in 3 women worldwide. During COVID-19, many survivors lost access to in-person support, contributing to a “shadow pandemic” of violence. As support moved online, many survivors faced barriers - limited access to tech, lack of privacy, and safety concerns.

How to quit smoking for good in 2026 - Here is all the help you'll ever need Quitting cigarettes is one of the best things you will ever do for your health.

Do you want to quit smoking in 2026?

Professor Robert West says it's worth considering even if you've tried to quit before and not managed it.

"Self-belief when combined with other quitting aids such as vapes or NRT, effectively equip people in giving up."
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Promotional graphic for a webinar titled "Co-Design as Behaviour Change Infrastructure: Shifting Power, Trust, and Practice in Public Health." Scheduled for 6 March from 13:30 to 14:30 UK time. Image of speaker Jess Roberts from ByDesign.

Join the Co-Design for Behaviour Change Network for their next webinar:
📅 6 March 2026, 13:30–14:30
🎙️ Jess Roberts (ByDesign) will be joining us from the US to talk about his community co-design work and present a toolkit for community co-design.
🔗 Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

Graphic promoting the Behaviour Change Conference 2026. The top section includes the conference title “Behaviour Change Conference 2026: Health & Sustainability” and dates “17–19 June” with “Pre-conference day on 16 June” in smaller text. Below, large bold text reads “Last chance to submit your work!” and an orange banner states “Extended deadline: 7 January.” On the right, there is a circular photo of a speaker presenting at a podium in a lecture hall with flags and a screen in the background. Logos for UCL Centre for Behaviour Change and NOVA Escola Nacional de Saúde Pública appear at the bottom.

📢 Final call!
Submit your abstract or workshop proposal for the 2026 Behaviour Change Conference by 7 Jan (23:59 GMT).
🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...
Thanks to everyone who’s submitted so far! We look forward to building an inspiring and dynamic programme for #BCConf2026!
@susanmichie.bsky.social

Graphic titled ‘2026 Dates for your diary’ from the UCL Centre for Behaviour Change. Lists training courses and conference dates: – Introductory course ‘Behaviour Change Interventions: Introductory Principles & Practice’ starting 12 Jan, 11 May and 5 Oct (four‑week self‑paced online). – Intermediate course ‘Applied Principles & Practice of Behaviour Change’ from 6–10 July (one‑week intensive online). – Advanced modules: 13 Oct Influencing Decision‑Making & Motivation; 15 Oct Achieving Behaviour Change through Communications; 20 Oct Behavioural Systems Mapping; 22 Oct Using AI to Improve Behavioural Research; 4 & 5 Nov Improving Methods for Selecting & Specifying Behaviour Change Techniques: Applying the BCTO; 12 Nov Co‑design (in‑person); date TBC Qualitative Research. – 2026 Behaviour Change Conference: 17–19 June with pre‑conference day on 16 June, in Lisbon and online.

Happy New Year from the CBC! 🎉
If you're new to behaviour change or looking to deepen your expertise, we have a range of opportunities to support your learning & skills development throughout 2026.
Courses: www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-change/training
Conference: www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-change/conference

📢 Join us for the Conceptualization, Measurement & Formalization – SIG Networking Event!
We’d love to chat and connect with you to share ideas and explore collaborations in health psychology.

🗓 Jan 22 | ⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM (GMT) | 💻 Online

Three large pieces of paper are stuck to the wall with the headings 'to-do', 'in-progress' and 'done'. There are post-it notes stuck on each one, with the majority on 'done', 7 on 'in progress' and 5 on 'to-do'.

Last week we held a writing retreat, 12+ hours of writing (powered by coffee, mince pies, and great lunches!) led to amazing progress. We kept momentum with a Kanban board to track tasks and celebrate wins.
💬 What strategies or tools do you use to stay productive and move your papers forward?

Applications for our Behaviour Change MSc are now open for 2026/27 entry. You can find out more on the UCL website: www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-...

Quote from Prof Leslie Gutman: "Our collaboration has shown how applied research can be a powerful force for good -transforming services, empowering students, and improving outcomes for young people."

We've partnered with Mental Health Innovations since 2020 to help improve digital mental health services for young people. Behaviour Change MSc students gain real-world experience while their research informs service design & the wider evidence base.
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Behaviour Change Conference 2026: the call for abstracts and workshop proposals has been extended to 7 January. Image of a woman presenting.

📢 Deadline extended!
You now have until 7 January to submit abstracts & workshop proposals for the 2026 Behaviour Change Conference.
A huge thank you to everyone who’s already submitted. We look forward to your submissions & to welcoming you to Lisbon for #BCConf2026!
👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...

Present your work to a global audience: photo of presenter and chair. Ask questions and join in the discussion: photo of an audience member speaking into a microphone.

Hear thought-provoking panel discussions and symposia: photo of a panel of four speakers. Learn from inspiring keynotes from thought leaders: photo of Professor Vera Araújo Soares, 2025 keynote speaker.

Gain hands-on learning in pre-conference workshops: photo of a male delegate smiling, with plasticine in his hands as part of a workshop activity. Meet with and learn from experts: photo of a room with five conference delegates and two experts.

Form new connections and collaborations: three female delegates smiling outside in the sunshine. Enjoy Portuguese culture and hopefully sunshine! Photo of a Portuguese traditional band playing.

⏰ Less than 1 week left to submit your work to the 2026 Behaviour Change Conference!
Submissions are starting to fly in so don’t miss your chance to be part of our biggest & best conference yet!
Deadline: 15 December
👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch...
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