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@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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@adrwales.bsky.social researchers have developed a new way to measure the nationโ€™s health, focusing on what keeps us well, instead of what harms us.

The Desirable Health Indicator (DHI) uses routine health data to create an annual score for every individual.

๐Ÿ”— popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/new-desirabl...

13.03.2026 10:37 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
New research provides fresh insights into the Welsh language, educational choices and early careers of young people in Wales ย  - ADR Wales ADR Wales has published the first in a series of Data Insights providing new evidence on Welsh language ability, how it is transmitted across generations and how it influences education and early care...

Over the next three weeks, we are publishing a series of seven Data Insights exploring Welsh medium education and its impact on further education and employment. First up is โ€œWho speaks Welsh? Insights into Welsh language ability from administrative data.โ€

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/new-research...

13.03.2026 08:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
New research provides fresh insights into the Welsh language, educational choices and early careers of young people in Wales ย  - ADR Wales ADR Wales has published the first in a series of Data Insights providing new evidence on Welsh language ability, how it is transmitted across generations and how it influences education and early care...

The second Data Insight in a series on Welsh medium education published over the next three weeks is โ€œExploring the intergenerational loss and gain of the Welsh language: How schools matter.โ€

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/new-research...

13.03.2026 08:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
New Desirable Health Indicator measures the nationโ€™s health - ADR Wales ADR Wales researchers have developed a new way to measure the nationโ€™s health, shifting the focus from what harms us to what keeps us well. Instead of tracking warning signs of ill health, the ADR Wal...

ADR Wales researchers have created a new way to measure the nationโ€™s healthโ€”the Desirable Health Indicator (DHI), which draws on routinely collected health data to generate an annual score for every individual.

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/new-desirabl...

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12.03.2026 09:40 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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New #jobvacancy!๐Ÿš€

Datamind UK is seeking a Project Administrator on a 6-month maternity cover basis.

Contribute to a national mental health research programme and gain valuable experience within a complex, multi-partner environment.

Apply by 23rd March:
www.swansea.ac.uk/jobs-at-swan...

11.03.2026 10:03 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We at the DPUK Data Portal are excited to be part of the @popdatascisu.bsky.social Summer Internship Programme at Swansea University again this year!

Weโ€™re looking forward to welcoming emerging research talent.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Apply by 26 March
๐Ÿ”— popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/about-us/sum...
#internship #datascience

10.03.2026 11:08 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

ADR Wales is proud to announce the opening of applications for the 2026 Population Data Science Summer Internship Programme, a paid 12 week opportunity offering students and early career researchers a unique pathway into real-world data-intensive research.

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/population-d...

10.03.2026 09:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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For #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women across MAGENTA driving meaningful change.

Our strong women-led teams are working to advance evidence on climate-related health impacts to better protect pregnant women and their babies.

Find out more about MAGENTA:
๐Ÿ”— magentaresearch.org

09.03.2026 14:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Celebrating exceptional women: Spotlight on Sarah Lowe MBE - ADR Wales

For International Womenโ€™s Day, we celebrate Sarah Lowe MBE, a senior member of the Welsh Governmentโ€™s analytical community and ADR Wales team member, whose pioneering work has transformed how population and administrative data are used across the UK.

โ–ถ๏ธ adrwales.org/celebrating-...

09.03.2026 11:04 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
International Women's Day 2026 - Dr Dora Pouliou
International Women's Day 2026 - Dr Dora Pouliou YouTube video by ADR UK

For International Womenโ€™s Day, ADR UK has chosen to highlight some of the inspirational women across the partnership. From ADR Wales, weโ€™ll hear from Dr Dora Pouliou from our Health and Well-being research team.

โ–ถ๏ธ www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1eE...

09.03.2026 11:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
International Women's Day 2026 - Dr Dora Pouliou
International Women's Day 2026 - Dr Dora Pouliou YouTube video by ADR UK

Ar gyfer Diwrnod Rhyngwladol y Menywod, mae ADR UK wedi dewis tynnu sylw at rai o'r menywod ysbrydoledig ar draws y bartneriaeth. Gan YDG Cymru, byddwn yn clywed gan Dr Dora Pouliou o'n tรฎm ymchwil Iechyd a Llesiant.

โ–ถ๏ธ www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1eE...

09.03.2026 11:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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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‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
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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‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 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‘ 2 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