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A student from Vrije Universiteit Brussel reflects on her international, interdisciplinary experience at this year's ICUR.

We were delighted to read about Isidora Popovic's reflections on her ICUR 2025 experience. As a hybrid conference, ICUR takes place across in person and online platforms - so Isidora was able to join us to present from her home institution, EUTOPIA institution Vrije Universiteit Brussel, as well as using our online conference platform and our programme of student support (including Panel Facilitator mentorship) to connect with like-minded undergraduate researchers from around the world.

Some of our favourite quotes... “ICUR is an immersive programme of academic development, offering training and mentoring from the moment students submit their abstracts through to their final presentations.” “It’s such a great way for students to present their work and explore academic careers. I’d love to help promote it next year so more people know about it.” Her advice to future applicants? “Don’t hesitate. It’s a really welcoming environment. You’ll learn, you’ll grow, and you’ll meet amazing people along the way.”

See the article about Isadora on the EUTOPIA websiteLink opens in a new window

ICUR 2025 welcomed a team of students from Middle Tennessee State University, USA to present at the conference and contribute to its student leadership.

At this year's International Conference of Undergraduate Research, we were delighted to welcome Dr Jamie Burriss and a team of undergraduate researchers from Middle Tennessee State University (USA) to Warwick and to IATL. Emily Callison, Muny Chet, Andrew Hetrick, and Ariel Nicastro all travelled overseas to support the conference as Panel Facilitators and to present their own original research on an international, interdisciplinary stage. Dr Burriss had joined us at Warwick two years ago for WorldCUR*BCUR 2023 - so it was a particular pleasure to welcome her back to IATL in support of our goals for student research worldwide!

The MTSU team worked with our Student Directors, Panel Facilitators, and Student AV Technicians leading up to and at ICUR 2025 to deliver a highly acclaimed international event.

We loved reading our MTSU friends' reflections on their time with us - roll on ICUR 2026! #ICUR2025 #undergraduateresearch #interdisciplinaryresearch #undergraduateconference

Some of our favourite quotations...

“This was my first international conference, and it solidified my passion for global conservation research,” [Hetrick] said. “Seeing how students across the world are tackling similar environmental issues was both humbling and energizing.”

“We want more of our students to see what’s possible,” [Dr Burriss] said. “International undergraduate research opens minds, builds confidence, and prepares students for a future that’s more connected than ever.”

"As for the students, they return from England with more than bullet points for their résumés. They return with broader worldviews, refined communication skills, and a sense of belonging in the global academic community."

See MTSU 's account of the ICUR experienceLink opens in a new window

This 5-minute piece of music celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Physics Department at Warwick. It is inspired by the number 60 and the idea of symmetry, a notion of central importance to physicists. It also draws heavily on ideas explored in the Science of Music interdisciplinary module. This undergraduate module is taught in Warwick’s Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) and was developed by Gavin Bell (module convenor of Science of Music) and colleagues in Physics. Find out more about the piece on the Physics Department's 60th celebration pagesLink opens in a new window

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IATL’s Dr Elena Riva explores how fostering wellbeing from school through university—embedding it into policy, pedagogy, and culture—can create a seamless, supportive educational journey; read her Wonkhe article hereLink opens in a new window:

Are you interested in teaching, facilitating and/or supporting interdisciplinary learning in Higher Education? The Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) is now opening applications for the Postgraduate Award in Interdisciplinary Pedagogy.

The Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) is pleased to announce a special call for new interdisciplinary module proposals beginning in the academic year 2026/27.

As part of the IATL Serious Tabletop Game Design and Development module, 5 students, were given the opportunity to attend the UK Games Expo. This was a fantastic opportunity to show off their final games, and connect with industry professionals and creatives. They also took over IATL Instagram for the weekend posting about their experiences.

Our HOD Elena has been featured in Humans of Warwick as part of the Warwick 60th year celebrations.

The International Conference of Undergraduate Research (ICUR) is an international, interdisciplinary conference taking place across in person and online platforms. We invite anyone interested in undergraduate research to join our friendly, supportive event and celebrate originality and excellence in undergraduate research worldwide! Conference registration is free of charge, and open to all.

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