Postdoctoral or Research Fellow Award 2026 Shortlist
Jiří Anger
Jiří Anger is a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow whose research explores audiovisual archives and digital media through innovative, practice-based approaches. His work has received international recognition, including major awards for both scholarly and creative outputs. Through publications, festivals and exhibitions, he contributes significantly to the development of film and media studies.
Dr Matthew Barnfield
Dr Matthew Barnfield is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow specialising in political behaviour and public opinion. With an outstanding publication record in leading journals and strong public engagement through media and digital platforms, his work bridges academic research and public discourse. He also contributes actively to teaching and academic community-building.
Dr Laura Iaconni
Dr Laura Iaconni is a leading early-career researcher in theoretical cosmology. Her work advances understanding of inflationary models and gravitational wave signatures, combining technical depth with conceptual insight. She has gained international recognition through invited talks and has contributed to securing major research funding while supporting collaborative research environments.
Dr Hannah Scott
Dr Hannah Scott is a highly valued researcher in children’s rehabilitation, known for her leadership in complex qualitative research studies. Her work contributes to major NIHR programmes and improves understanding of children’s experiences in healthcare. She is also an advocate for inclusive research practices and actively supports training and mentoring.
Dr Xiaoxia Xu
Dr Xiaoxia Xu is an accomplished researcher in next-generation wireless communications, with extensive publications in leading IEEE journals. Her work on AI-driven communication systems and antenna technologies is shaping the future of 5G/6G networks, while her patents and collaborations demonstrate strong translational potential.
Dr Yue Liu
Dr Yue Liu is an outstanding postdoctoral researcher specialising in omics and dementia research. His work brings advanced computational and analytical methods to complex biomedical datasets, strengthening research productivity and collaboration. He is also highly regarded for his mentorship and contributions to a supportive research culture.