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Hema

@hemadrk

Associate Dean for Social Responsibility, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester; Scientist; Optometrist; Mother & Wife

Joined September 2015
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We are pleased to announce that we have appointed Dr Hema Radhakrishnan to join our Council as a registrant member, beginning 15 March. Hema is a qualified optometrist with over 20 years of experience in academia. Find out more about Hema: optical.org/en/news/news-and…
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International Myopia Institute (IMI) White Papers II now published @ARVOiovs Thanks to my co-authors for all their work on the accommodation and BV in #myopia paper iovs.arvojournals.org/issues… @hemadrk @Fi_Cruick @ProfLeonDavies @PBandela @drSafalKhanal @FuensantaVD @MonicaJong3
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Meet Dr Hema Radhakrishnan @hemadrk our @FBMH_UoM Associate Dean for SR who is committed to leading the way towards an ever inclusive world of work & study. As an advocate for promoting women in science, she recently won a Special Acknowledgment #NPWAward #OurEngagingPeople
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Are you isolating, based off-campus, or simply want someone to chat to? We've got you! Join @ManchesterSU’s Buddy Scheme to be paired up with students who have similar interests and hobbies for weekly chats and general support bit.ly/2TjKeSx
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Optometry class of 2020 With graduation being a little bit different this year and we couldn't be with you in person, we made this little good luck video for you all. #staysafe #goodluck #optometry #UoMgraduation #graduation2020 youtu.be/eYmRlPmeFzE for full video
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We're premiering our @FBMH_SR video event today at 11am: facebook.com/bmhuom/videos/1…
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Have you signed up to our FBMH Social Responsibility Celebration Event yet? Join us on 22nd July at 11am for a virtual event revisiting some key SR activities from the past year! #SocialResponsibility @SocialResponUoM @FBMH_UoM eventbrite.co.uk/e/fbmh-soci…
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Very proud to announce that we’ve made @MarcusRashford our youngest ever recipient of an honorary degree. He’s a role model for young people everywhere in Britain. – at Manchester, England
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We are delighted to make @England and @ManUtd footballer, @MarcusRashford, our youngest ever recipient of an honorary degree.

⚽ 🎓 Congratulations, Marcus Rashford!

The award, which is the highest honour the University can bestow, will be for his remarkable campaign against child poverty off the field and outstanding sporting achievements on the pitch.

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Join us tomorrow 5pm-6pm, for a discussion about Racism, Science & Academia with Author and Journalist Angela Saini and Dr Hema Radhakrishnan. The event will be broadcast live on Facebook. @OfficialUoM Watch here: facebook.com/bmhuom
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Join the @FBMH_UoM on Tuesday 30th June, 5pm-6pm, for a discussion about Racism, Science & Academia with Author and Journalist Angela Saini and Dr Hema Radhakrishnan (@SocialResponUoM) The event is broadcast live on Facebook and viewed through this link: facebook.com/bmhuom/
A conversation with Angela Saini, Racism, Science and Academia Tuesday 30th June 5pm-6pm

ALT A conversation with Angela Saini, Racism, Science and Academia Tuesday 30th June 5pm-6pm

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Join a discussion about Racism, Science & Academia. Journalist and Author, Angela Saini with Dr Hema Radhakrishnan discussing racism and its impact. Live on Facebook, you can watch the event here: facebook.com/bmhuom/
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The Diversity and Inclusion Student Programme is a collaboration between @officialUoM and @ManchesterSU which aims to improve outcomes for Black Asian and Minority Ethnic students. Find out more: manchesterstudentsunion.com/… #diversity #inclusion #socialresponsibility
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#BlackLivesMatter The University of Manchester's official statement on zero tolerance of #racism & #discrimination from Vice–President for Social Responsibility Professor Nalin Thakkar @UoMNews @SocialResponUoM @UoM_BAME_SNG @alumniUoM manchester.ac.uk/discover/ne…
Black Lives Matter and our University – a message from Professor Nalin Thakkar

Black Lives Matter and our University – a message from Professor Nalin Thakkar

The University is strongly committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and has zero tolerance to any forms of harassment and discrimination. We understand that many of our staff, students and...

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Here at FBMH Team SR, we would like to thank all NHS workers, and also all staff from @OfficialUoM who have volunteered their time and skills during this pandemic. #GivingTuesdayNow
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We are working towards developing a test for #COVID19 that could be used at home like a domestic pregnancy test

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These 10 universities are best placed to solve the world’s biggest challenges bit.ly/2KpozEl @timeshighered @UN
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We are delighted to announce that @OfficialUoM has been ranked as the top #highereducation institution in the UK for our social and environmental impact #THEglobalimpact #SDGs @FBMH_UoM @UoMHumsSR @UoMSciEng @UoMSust manchester.ac.uk/discover/ne…
Manchester’s social and environmental impact is top in UK according to latest world rankings

Manchester’s social and environmental impact is top in UK according to latest world rankings

The University of Manchester has again ranked as the top higher education institution in the country for its social and environmental impact across its full range of functions. The University has...

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People in health care risk their lives to save others. This horrendous treatment of staff who work in hospitals in India is unforgivable. theguardian.com/world/2020/m…
Indian doctors being evicted from homes over coronavirus fears

Indian doctors being evicted from homes over coronavirus fears

Medical staff on the frontline face ostracisation and are being forced to sleep in their hospitals

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Every year the Division of Nursing, Midwifery, and Social Work hold a celebration event to recognise their excellent students and staff. #fbmh #supportnursesandmidwives Read about the latest awards here: ow.ly/9ovJ50z6eg6
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It's World Health Day! Show your support online by joining in with our interactive Twitter campaign on @FBMH_UoM by tweeting us a thank you to a memorable nurse or midwife! #WorldHealthDay #FBMH #supportnursesandmidwives
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