Date: Wednesday 29th January 2024

Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Location: Room 6.212, University Place, University of Manchester

Organisers: EDHS - Giulia Grisot (University of Manchester), Katherine McDonough (Lancaster University), Luca Scholz (University of Manchester)

Join us for a thought-provoking one-day event exploring the evolving field of Environmental Digital Humanities. This gathering brings together scholars, researchers, and practitioners to examine how digital tools, methods, and platforms are transforming our understanding of the environment, ecological challenges, and human-environment interactions.

The day will feature a series of engaging talks by leading experts, showcasing cutting-edge projects and research at the intersection of digital humanities and environmental studies. Topics will include digital mapping, data-driven storytelling, environmental archives, and critical reflections on the role of technology in addressing environmental concerns.

Presenting Speakers (in order of appearance):

• Jonny Huck (University of Manchester)
• Kirsty Lilley (Lancaster University)
• Katie McDonough (Lancaster University)
• Daniel Wilson (The Alan Turing Institute)
• Rosie Wood (The Alan Turing Institute)
• David Alexander (Peak District National Park)
• Jo Walton (University of Sussex)
• Paul Heinicker (University of Potsdam)
• Marco Panato (University of Nottingham)

Event Highlights:

• A lineup of inspiring speakers presenting diverse approaches to environmental digital humanities.
• A method clinic offering practical insights into tools and techniques for research and projects (if you would like to speak with an expert in Environmental Digital Humanities about a project idea, please indicate your interest on the registration form).
• Opportunities for networking and interdisciplinary dialogue with peers.

Sponsors:
This event is supported by: the Centre for Digital Humanities, Cultures and Media and the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Arts and Languages (CIDRAL) at the University of Manchester; the Digital Humanities Centre and the Data Science Institute at Lancaster University; and The N8 Centre of Excellence in Computationally Intensive Research (N8 CIR).

Travel Funds:
Members of universities in the N8 Research Partnership (Durham University, Lancaster University, University of Leeds, University of Liverpool, University of Manchester, Newcastle University, University of Sheffield, and University of York) are eligible to apply for bursaries to fund their travel to this event. For more information and application details, please visit: https://n8cir.org.uk/training-and-events/upcoming-events/n8-cir-bursaries/.

Whether you are a researcher, student, or professional interested in environmental issues, digital humanities, or their intersections, this event offers a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Date: January 29
Time: 11 AM – 5:00 PM

Registration: Secure your spot today—spaces are limited!