The Forces in Mind Trust Research Centre
@FiMT_RC
Informing and transforming policy & practice affecting ex-Service personnel and their families by ensuring research evidence is at the heart of decision making.
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In our latest installment of Meet the Expert we hear from Dr Howard Burdett from @kcmhr. Read more at the link below to learn about his career so far and current work.
Our latest Meet the Expert is live with Dr Howard Burdett from @kcmhr speaking on his work on the ADVANCE-INVEST study, and how research is key in determining present needs and risk factors to effectively support ex-Service personnel and their families. fimt-rc.org/news/20250114-…
Read our latest News Feature at the link below to learn what current evidence shows us about problematic eating habits among UK military personnel and how this highlights the need for greater awareness to ensure suitable support is available.
Evidence from the US suggests that some aspects of military service and transition may impact the development of problematic eating habits. Find out more in our News Feature and read about the gaps in research among UK Service and ex-Service personnel. 🔗fimt-rc.org/news/20250108-…
🚨FiMT RC Conference Speaker Announcement! Sue Liburd MBE DL is a Veteran, businesswoman, researcher, senior executive advisor, and insightful voice on inclusive leadership, and will share her insights and lived experience with attendees. Tickets & info: fimt-rc.org/conference
Our latest Meet the Expert is live with Dr Howard Burdett from @kcmhr speaking on his work on the ADVANCE-INVEST study, and how research is key in determining present needs and risk factors to effectively support ex-Service personnel and their families. fimt-rc.org/news/20250114-…
Time is running out! ⌛️ Today is the last day to submit your work for presentation at the FiMT RC Conference! Submissions close at 5pm. Don't miss this opportunity to share your research! Submit your work here (account needed): app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/76452/s…
Evidence from the US suggests that some aspects of military service and transition may impact the development of problematic eating habits. Find out more in our News Feature and read about the gaps in research among UK Service and ex-Service personnel. 🔗fimt-rc.org/news/20250108-…
🗓️The next issue of our #newsletter comes out tomorrow! Don't miss out on news from the @FiMT_RC and across the #ArmedForces research sector. Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our homepage -🔗 fimt-rc.org.
📣 Abstract submissions for the FiMT Research Centre Conference 2025 close on Monday, 13th January! ⏳ Detailed submission criteria and form can be found here: app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/76452/s… If you have any queries about submission, please contact us at [email protected].
Present your work at the FiMT Research Centre #Conference in 2025‼️ We are seeking high-quality submissions for poster and podium #presentations. Click here for detailed criteria and the submission portal app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/76452/s… submissions close 13.01.25!
Present your work at the FiMT Research Centre #Conference in 2025‼️ We are seeking high-quality submissions for poster and podium #presentations. Click here for detailed criteria and the submission portal app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/76452/s… submissions close 13.01.25!
Read our latest Research Spotlight on the @kcmhr Phase 4 Health and Wellbeing Study and find out how research, policies, and support services should focus on addressing the long-term impact of military Service. Link below 👇
Our new Research Spotlight focuses on the findings from the fourth phase of the @kcmhr Health and Wellbeing Cohort Study, revealing rises in CMD and probable PTSD in Serving and ex-Serving personnel who served during the conflicts of Iraq and Afghanistan.🔗fimt-rc.org/news/20241209-…
Read our second bi-annual Research Landscape Bulletin‼️ This latest issue outlines gaps and trends in Armed Forces community #research, incl. what research is being published, what methods are being used, and more. Available here: fimt-rc.org/resources/rese…
Our new Research Spotlight focuses on the findings from the fourth phase of the @kcmhr Health and Wellbeing Cohort Study, revealing rises in CMD and probable PTSD in Serving and ex-Serving personnel who served during the conflicts of Iraq and Afghanistan.🔗fimt-rc.org/news/20241209-…
Share with us what we do well and what we could be doing better! Complete the short survey (5-10 mins) at the link below to let us know how you use the Centre and what difference this makes for your work, your organisation, and the Armed Forces community. qualtrics.kcl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_6s…
📢Our second issue of the bi-annual Research Landscape Bulletin is out! Read this latest issue to learn about gaps and trends in Armed Forces community #research, incl. what research is being published, what methods are being used, and more. 🔗fimt-rc.org/resources/rese…
📢Tickets are now on sale for the 2025 FiMT Research Centre #Conference❗️ Join us on 20.5.25 to hear about groundbreaking research focused on Understanding and Supporting the #ArmedForcesCommunity in an Evolving Landscape. For more info & registration 👇 fimt-rc.org/conference
Don't miss out reading on our latest Meet the Expert, featuring Prof. @GerardineSmith! Read Gerri's reflections on the importance of exploring the needs of the #ArmedForces Community at the link below.👇
"It is not enough to listen to the voices of ex-Service personnel; this must be followed by targeted action." In this issue of Meet the Expert we hear from Prof @GerardineSmith discussing the importance of exploring the needs of the #ArmedForces Community. fimt-rc.org/news/20241119-…
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‼️Submit an abstract to present your research at the 2025 FiMT RC conference. For conference information and link to submit your abstract head here: fimt-rc.org/conference Get in touch with us at [email protected] with any questions.
