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Thank you to everyone who's already booked their place at #ICRMC.

We're looking forward to welcoming attendees both in person and online. If you haven't got your ticket yet, visit our website to explore the programme and register.

www.creativeresearchmethods.com

See you soon!

#ICRMC26 #CRMethods
Creative Research Methods Conference 2026
The International Creative Research Methods Conference is an annual gathering for academics of all disciplines who are interested in using creative methods in their research.
www.creativeresearchmethods.com
July 21, 2026 at 8:07 AM
Want to support #ICRMC26 without giving money?

We’re looking for goody bag contributions (for 200 in-person delegates + a virtual version for online attendees).
A great way to connect with a creative research audience!

Contact: enquiries@creativeresearchmethods.com

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July 2, 2026 at 9:37 AM
Fully remote volunteer role moderating the online stream for this years International Creative Research Methods Conference (#ICRMC)

Experience needed and availability across 7th-8th September 2026 (BST)

For more details and how to apply: helenkara.com/2026/06/16/v...

#ICRMC26 #CRMethods
Volunteer Needed for ICRMC 2026!
We are looking for a volunteer to attend the International Creative Research Methods Conference online and help to manage and moderate the chat. In return for this work, we will provide a free tick…
helenkara.com
June 16, 2026 at 7:55 AM
We're really happy to have Educational Researchology sponsoring #ICRMC26 this year.

Their focus on supportive, thoughtful research and development fits perfectly with what the conference is about.

#ICRMC #CRMethods
May 20, 2026 at 8:13 AM
There’s a new video on my channel: Working on a New Edition

Revising a book is never just small updates, it’s figuring out what still works, what needs changing, and what doesn’t belong anymore. I share some of that process here: youtu.be/WB1MmYGK88I

#CRMethods #AcademicWriting
119 Working on a New Edition
YouTube video by Helen Kara
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May 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
We’re delighted to welcome @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social as a sponsor for #ICRMC this year!

Their focus on innovative, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research makes them a great fit for the conference.

#ICRMC26 #CRMethods
May 14, 2026 at 8:04 AM
ICYMI, I’ve written recently about two quite different (but connected) aspects of research culture:

Wealth and labour acknowledgement in the UK
🔗 researchwhisperer.org/2026/03/24/d...

And the often-overlooked realities of rejecting submissions
🔗 helenkara.com/2026/04/01/r...

#CRMethods #blog
Do we need a wealth and labour acknowledgement in the UK?
This article was originally posted on the LSE Impact blog on 30 January 2026, and can still be found there. We have republished it because this is an important issue. It has been written by Helen K…
researchwhisperer.org
April 16, 2026 at 8:03 AM
In case you missed it 👀

Tickets for this year’s International Creative Research Methods Conference are now on sale!

🗓️ Mon 7th – Tues 8th Sept
📍 Manchester, UK + online

Secure your place today: www.creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC26 #ICRMC #CRMethods #CreativeResearchMethods
March 25, 2026 at 9:03 AM
✨ #ICRMC 2026 bursaries now open thanks to support from @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social & Educational Researchology

We recognise conferences can be costly and want to widen access for researchers, practitioners, and creatives from diverse backgrounds

Apply here:
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International Creative Research Methods Conference 2026 - Bursary Application Form
Bursaries are available for self-funded applicants only (e.g. self-employed, retired, unemployed, or students without institutional funding). There are 5 in-person bursaries and 2 online bursaries ava...
forms.gle
March 11, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Tickets for #ICRMC 2026 are launching soon 👀

📍 Manchester, UK and online
✨ Prices have been held for 2026

We can’t wait to welcome our creative research community back this September.

More details very soon!

www.creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC26 #CRMethods #ResearchCommunity
February 24, 2026 at 9:29 AM
✨ Bursaries coming soon for #ICRMC2026 ✨

With the help of some of our incredible sponsors, @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social and Educational Researchology, we’ll be offering bursaries to widen access to this year’s conference.

Full details soon - keep an eye on our feed 👀

#CRMethods #ICRMC
February 11, 2026 at 10:47 AM
I get lots of requests for “quick chats” from people I’ve never met - often asking for feedback or unpaid time. I can’t say yes to most.

If you reach out to someone new, show respect and care for their time.

Read more: helenkara.com/2025/12/11/y...

#CRMethods #CreativeResearch #ICRMC #JCRM
You want a chat with me?
I get a request for an online chat several times a week, mostly from people I don’t know and have had no contact with before. The request might come via my website form, a private message on Linked…
helenkara.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Just a quick reminder! Only 5 days left to get your proposal in for #ICRMC 2026!

If you’re working with creative or unconventional research methods, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more here: creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC2026 #CreativeMethods #CRMethods
November 25, 2025 at 9:15 AM
New for #ICRMC26: One Slide Five Minutes 🎤
Presenters get 1 slide, 5 minutes to present, and 5 minutes for questions, followed by a networking session.
A fast, interactive way to share research, spark discussion, and connect.

Learn more: creativeresearchmethods.com

#CRMethods
Creative Research Methods Conference 2025
The International Creative Research Methods Conference is an annual gathering for academics of all disciplines who are interested in using creative methods in their research.
creativeresearchmethods.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
There is a new post on my blog: Writing Is Like A Fish In A River

Writing flows, stalls, loops, restarts. Shallow starts, meanders, dams, estuaries.

Hard? Yes. Normal? Absolutely.

Read here 👉 helenkara.com/2025/10/06/w...

#Writing #WritingProcess #FlowState #CRMethods
Writing Is Like A Fish In A River
Writing is difficult, whether it is academic or other writing. Writing is difficult for novices and difficult for experienced writers. If you find writing difficult, that is not because you’re stup…
helenkara.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:57 AM
📢 Call for Contributions is open for #ICRMC 2026! Find out more here: creativeresearchmethods.com

We're also excited to announce the ICRMC 2026 keynotes: Ranjita Dhital and Alastair Roy — ready to spark debate and inspire new ways of thinking.

#ICRMC26 #CRMethods #creativeresearch
September 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The 2025/26 university budget just landed — why not use it to attend one of the most inspiring academic events of the year?

🎟️ Tickets for #ICRMC in #Manchester and online on September 8th and 9th are going fast!

Book now 👉 creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC2025 #CRMethods #creativeresearchmethods
Creative Research Methods Conference 2025
The International Creative Research Methods Conference is an annual gathering for academics of all disciplines who are interested in using creative methods in their research.
creativeresearchmethods.com
August 6, 2025 at 7:00 AM
ICRMC is nearly here!

Just 40 days until #ICRMC2025 lands in #Manchester & online.

🗓️ Don’t miss out: creativeresearchmethods.com

#CreativeResearch #HybridConference #CRMethods
July 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🚨 40 days to go! 🚨

The International Creative Research Methods Conference is coming to #Manchester and online! 🎨📚

Join us for bold ideas, inspiring sessions & creative connections.

🎟️ Book your place now: creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC2025 #CreativeResearch #CRMethods #HybridConference
July 30, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Also, submissions for the second issue are welcome - closing date October. Come on #CreativeResearchMethods people - this is your journal, support it! #CRMethods #acwri #AcademicBlueSky 👇
July 24, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Polishing Your Writing
YouTube video by Helen Kara
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July 16, 2025 at 11:21 AM
92 What Is Grounded Theory
YouTube video by Helen Kara
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July 16, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The support of our sponsors makes ICRMC possible 💫
We’re thrilled to have @the-sra.org.uk back with us for 2025 — their commitment since our very first event has been incredible.

Here’s to another brilliant year together!

www.creativeresearchmethods.com

#CRMethods #ICRMC
July 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Our sponsors are such a huge part of what makes #ICRMC special 💫

We’re so pleased to welcome back @the-sra.org.uk — they’ve been with us since our very first event, and we’re lucky to have them on board again for 2025!

And you can join us! www.creativeresearchmethods.com

#ICRMC #CRMethods
July 9, 2025 at 7:00 AM
There's 2 new videos on my channel: What Is Data Collection youtu.be/IzXewsUVU6g and What Is Data Construction youtu.be/cPj0kyMU1cg

#data #CRMethods #datacollection #dataconstruction #whatis
109 What Is Data Collection
YouTube video by Helen Kara
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July 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM