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Population Data Science at Swansea University

@popdatascisu

The science of data about people. We are proud to be pioneering this science across a range of data-intensive initiatives. Find out more about us on our website https://popdatasci.swan.ac.uk

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๐Ÿ”ŽLooking for an internship in data science?

Join our Summer Internship Programme!

Choose from a range of 19 project opportunities in data science, research, and development:
๐Ÿ‘‰ popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/about-us/sum...

Applications now OPEN!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธClosing:26 March

#PDSInterns2026
@swanseauni.bsky.social

06.03.2026 10:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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MAGENTA in Brussels this week ๐ŸŒ

Dr Amy Mizen, Co-Principal Investigator for MAGENTA, joins colleagues from @swanseauni.bsky.social, including Prof Paul Boyle (VC), Prof @rich-fry.bsky.social, and Prof Ian Walker, sharing MAGENTA and Swanseaโ€™s data science work.๐ŸŒณ
@wellcometrust.bsky.social

05.03.2026 14:18 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

@swanseauni.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social @ukserp.bsky.social @adr-uk.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social @dementiasplatform.bsky.social @dpukdataportal.bsky.social

05.03.2026 10:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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โฐThe wait is overโ€ฆ

Applications for our Summer Internship Programme 2026 are now OPEN!

If you're looking to make a real impact, and contribute to cutting-edge research, we have an opportunity for you!

๐Ÿ“…Apply by 26 March

For more details:
๐Ÿ‘‰ popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/about-us/sum...

05.03.2026 10:02 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are Hiring!๐Ÿš€Join the ADR Wales team at Population Data Science at @swanseauni.bsky.social

2 posts available to:
โœ… Analyse linked administrative data
โœ… Use the world-class SAIL Databank
โœ… Work with Welsh Govt to shape policy

๐Ÿ”— Apply: swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan... @adrwales.bsky.social

04.03.2026 16:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Are you ready to kick start your career in data science?๐Ÿš€

Applications for our annual Population Data Science Summer Internship Programme open this March - don't miss out!

Check for updates on our website:
๐Ÿ‘‰ popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/about-us/sum...

Stay tuned!๐Ÿ””

@adrwales.bsky.social

04.03.2026 14:47 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Dr Helen Hodges.

Helen had largely completed a new @adrwales.bsky.social Data Insight as part of the BOLD programme. We are honoured to share her article, published posthumously.

๐Ÿ”— popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/in-memory-of...

04.03.2026 10:18 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New research using @saildatabank.bsky.social reveals a new way of processing routine blood tests that could significantly increase early detection of chronic liver disease and cirrhosis.

Discover more insights: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/improving-li...

@swanseauni.bsky.social

03.03.2026 10:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We have an exciting #jobopportunity to join the ADR Suicide Programme based at @swanseauni.bsky.social

Work on various quantitative research projects and data platform development related to suicide prevention.

๐Ÿ”นยฃ46,735 to ยฃ55,755
๐Ÿ”นClosing: 16 March

Apply:
๐Ÿ”— swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan...

03.03.2026 09:56 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Helen was an inspiring advocate for children and young people, a brilliant researcher and data scientist, and a deeply valued friend and colleague who will be truly missed by all of us at Population Data Science.

03.03.2026 09:49 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New research from CARELINK Wales, led by the HDR UK Wales team, maps international evidence on the outcomes of children who grow up in out-of-home care.

Read more on what we know about outcomes for children in care and what's missing
๐Ÿ‘‰ popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/new-study-ma...
@swanseauni.bsky.social

27.02.2026 10:20 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today weโ€™re launching the EMPOWER Network

The Endometriosis Management and Promotion of Wellbeing using Evidence-based Research (EMPOWER) Network aims to improve care and wellbeing for those living with endometriosis.

Looking forward to a day of collaboration and impact๐Ÿ‘

@swanseauni.bsky.social

26.02.2026 14:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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๐Ÿ“ฃ New Job Alert!

We are looking for a Compliance Officer (Maternity Cover) to support our information security programme.๐Ÿ”

๐Ÿ“ Swansea (Singleton Campus)
โฐ Apply by 10 March 2026

Details: swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan... #jobopportunity

26.02.2026 06:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's almost time!โฐ

Applications for our annual Population Data Science Summer Internship Programme will be opening in March.

Stay informed on our website:
๐Ÿ‘‰ popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/about-us/sum...

Watch this space๐Ÿ‘€
#PDSInterns2026

@swanseauni.bsky.social

25.02.2026 14:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A new @adrwales.bsky.social Data Insight has uncovered key factors that shape whether young adults receive careers support after finishing compulsory education.

Discover more insights
๐Ÿ“Šhttps://popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/moving-on-who-receives-careers-advice-and-guidance-following-compulsory-education/

24.02.2026 10:16 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Moving on: Who receives careers advice and guidance following compulsory education? - ADR Wales A new ADR Wales Data Insight has looked at the educational attainment and backgrounds of young people in Wales who are most likely to receive careers advice and guidance after finishing compulsory edu...

A new ADR Wales Data Insight has looked at the educational attainment and backgrounds of young people in Wales who are most likely to receive careers advice and guidance after finishing compulsory education.

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/moving-on-wh...

23.02.2026 12:57 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Are you a pregnant woman between 18-45? The INFORMED study wants you!

Take part in our study to help us understand the impact of heat and the environment on pregnancy across communities in Swansea and Port Talbot๐ŸŒ

More info ๐Ÿ”— forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
@swanseauni.bsky.social

20.02.2026 10:56 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reflections from our 2025 Summer Interns: Part 5ย ย  - Population Data Science In summer 2025,ย we were delighted to host 20 interns across Population Data Science as part of ourย annualย Summer Internship Programme.ย We reached out to them recently and asked them toย shareย theirย exp...

Reflections from our summer internsโœจ

To conclude our 5-part blog series, we're hearing from 3 more of our 2025 interns who discuss how their internships have shaped their career paths.

Part 5: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/reflections-...

#PDSInterns2025

@swanseauni.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social

20.02.2026 09:52 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reflections from our summer internsโญ๏ธย 
ย 
In part 4 of our blog series, our 2025 interns share insights from their internships, highlighting their key learnings, proudest achievements, future goals, and advice for aspiring interns. ย 
ย 
Part 4: ย popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/reflections-... #PDSInterns

19.02.2026 08:41 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
New ADR Wales publication explores the link between year 11 attendance and progression to post-16 education - ADR Wales ADR Wales, through the Data Acquisition and Linking for Research (DALfR) team within Welsh Government, has published a new statistical article examining the relationship between year 11 attendance and...

ADR Wales has published a new statistical article examining the relationship between year 11 attendance and progression to post-16 education in Wales between September 2016 and August 2024.

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/new-adr-wale...

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18.02.2026 10:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿคฐ Heading to antenatal classes at the Health & Wellbeing Academy tonight? Look out for our PPIE Lead, Claire!

Sheโ€™s at @swanseauni.bsky.social Singleton Campus recruiting for the MAGENTA study.

Come say 'hi' & get involved! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿ˜Š

18.02.2026 09:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reflections from our summer internsโšก๏ธ

In today's blog, 3 more of our interns look back on their internships, sharing the skills theyโ€™ve honed, their key achievements, and their advice for prospective interns.

Part 3: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/reflections-...

#PDSInterns2025
@swanseauni.bsky.social

18.02.2026 09:18 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A new Data Insight from @adrwales.bsky.social analyses data from over 6,000 secondary school pupils, offering a detailed picture of youth & family homelessness risk in Wales.

Read the data insight๐Ÿ‘‰https://popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/exploring-patterns-of-homelessness-risk-among-young-people-in-wales/

17.02.2026 11:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reflections from our 2025 Summer Interns: Part 2ย ย  - Population Data Science Lastย summer, 20 talented interns joined ourย multidisciplinary teams acrossย Population Data Science team.ย Since their internships, weย were eager to reconnect with our internsย and learn where they are n...

Reflections from our summer interns๐Ÿ’ก

Last summer, 20 talented interns joined our multidisciplinary teams. In part 2 of our blog series, they reflect on what they learned, their achievements, and what theyโ€™re up to now.

Part 2: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/reflections-...

#PDSInterns2025

17.02.2026 09:48 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Exploring patterns of homelessness risk among young people in Wales - ADR Wales A new Data Insight from the ADR Wales Housing and Homelessness team sheds light on patterns of homelessness risk among secondary school pupils in Wales, using data from the Upstream Cymru prevention p...

A new Data Insight from the ADR Wales Housing and Homelessness team sheds light on patterns of homelessness risk among secondary school pupils in Wales, using data from the Upstream Cymru prevention programme.

adrwales.org/exploring-pa...

16.02.2026 14:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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WE ARE HIRING! ๐Ÿš€

Join our team as a Software Developer to work on SeRP.

Work on โ€˜Big Dataโ€™ research and cutting-edge systems. Perfect for graduates or experienced devs!

๐Ÿ“… Closing: 1 March 2026
๐Ÿ”— Apply: www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan...

#TechJobs #SoftwareDeveloper @swanseauni.bsky.social

16.02.2026 10:31 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reflections from our summer interns๐Ÿ’ซ

Over the next week, weโ€™re catching up with our 2025 interns as they reflect on their experiences with us in a 5-part blog series.

Part 1: popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/reflections-...

#PDSInterns2025
@swanseauni.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social

16.02.2026 10:20 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ’ก Did you know?

Many of our former summer interns go on to further study or careers in data, research and related sectors.

๐Ÿš€ Applications opening soon
#LoveDataWeek

@swanseauni.bsky.social @ashleyakbari.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social @adr-uk.bsky.social @adrwales.bsky.social

13.02.2026 09:59 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ’ก Did you know?

Our Summer Internship Programme has grown year on year, welcoming an increasing number of student interns across different disciplines.

๐Ÿ“ŠMore details coming soon
#LoveDataWeek

@swanseauni.bsky.social @saildatabank.bsky.social @ukserp.bsky.social @dpukdataportal.bsky.social

12.02.2026 10:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0