SGSAH 10 Year Anniversary Research Showcase - Call for Submissions

3rd OCTOBER 2024

The Studio, SWG3
100 Eastvale Place
Glasgow
G3 8QG

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Are you a doctoral researcher in the arts & humanities in Scotland? Would you like the opportunity to showcase your research, together with funding of up to £1000 for materials to help you present it?


Yes, SGSAH is 10 in Autumn 2024 and as part of marking the anniversary, we are having a celebration at SWG3 in Glasgow on Thurs 3rd October. This event will include a number of mini-exhibits showcasing PhD Researchers and SGSAH alumni’s work, and we invite you to apply to be a part of it.

Below: SGW3, Glasgow

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Who Can Apply?

Current Doctoral Researchers in arts and humanities subjects registered at any SGSAH member HEI. and SGSAH Alumni (any SGSAH-funded former PhD student enrolled since 2014). 

What Are The Eligible Costs?

We will pay for materials directly required to showcase your research, which you can then use in other contexts.  We have previously funded costs for posters, models, 3D maps, brochures, ‘zines, VR-related supplies, musical performances, postcards and the costs of framing and other display materials.  Purchase of IT/technical equipment (eg tablets, projectors, laptops, speakers) is not covered.  SGSAH recognises the climate crisis and the need for profound changes in everyone's behaviour, so we would ask that you please consider the environmental impact of your proposal.  

What Sort of Space is Provided/ What is the Format?

The event will be held in the Studio at SWG3 in Glasgow. Details of the space can be seen here.

For static displays we can provide a table plus 1-2 poster boards (see here for example images). We have put together a slideshow with examples of displaying research and ideas for display methods here. And for top tips on displaying your research, click here.

We would also welcome proposals for performances.

They must last no longer than 5 minutes. Please indicate any equipment or spatial/audio/technical requirements and the time/logistics you expect to take to set up.

Set-up time for exhibitors is from 2pm on the day. The Showcase event itself will run from 5pm-10pm. 

How Will You Choose Which Research to Showcase?

Up to six exhibitors will be selected by a panel comprised of PhD researchers on the SGSAH Doctoral Research Committee, and SGSAH EDI, KE & Communications team members. We are looking for:

  • Clear presentation of research and potential and/or realised impact
  • Realistic and clearly costed proposals
  • Interesting ways of presenting arts and humanities research
  • Proposals that consider the environmental impact in their design 

How to Apply

Please complete the SGSAH Showcase online application form via this link by Friday 2nd August 5pm GMT. 

A four photo collage of previous SGSAH Research Showcase exhibitors, Summer 2023

Above: Previous SGSAH Research Showcase exhibitors, Summer 2023.