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New research published Buhalis D, Yin J, Xu F (2025;), “Metaverse experiences in hospitality and tourism: blending virtuality and reality”

Buhalis D, Yin J, Xu F (2025;), “Metaverse experiences in hospitality and tourism: blending virtuality and reality”. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, 

https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCHM-01-2025-0068  

Purpose – This viewpoint paper aims to provide a critical review of metaverse in hospitality and tourism. The paper reviews the mainstream definitions and characteristics of metaverse, and suggests the influence of metaverse on experiences in hospitality and tourism. Design/methodology/approach – The viewpoint paper adopts a conceptual and theoretical approach on metaverse, identifying different perspectives and key characteristics of metaverse through critical reviews and reflections. The study further analyzes the impact of metaverse on experiences in hospitality and tourism through reflective discussions. Findings – Present literature defines the metaverse from spatial, interactive and experiential perspectives. Immersion, illusion, replication to the real world, open and interoperable environment, use of avatars and gamification of activities were identified as the key characteristics of metaverse. The metaverse influenced experiences in hospitality and tourism in four fundamental ways: an immersive trial that reduce the uncertainty of experience; a spatial and temporal change with an immersive experience; a blended travel fusion of digital virtuality and physical reality; and a blurred boundary of before, during and after trip experience journey. Research limitations/implications – This paper identifies a set of theoretical and managerial implications to provide metaverse experiences in hospitality and tourism. Future studies could focus on empirical research studies including the experience design in the metaverse, as well as consumers’ perceptions of metaverse experiences in hospitality and tourism. Originality/value – This study critically reviews the characteristics of metaverse and suggests how it might influence experiences in hospitality and tourism. The perspective of metaverse experiences in hospitality and tourism provides a solid understanding of metaverse research, advancing knowledge and practice in this field. 
 
Keywords Metaverse, Illusion, Immersion, Virtuality, Reality, Experiences in hospitality and tourism
 
 
Tourism experience in Metaverse in Tourism and Hospitality, Buhalis

New book chapter on The dynamics of leisure constraints theory in accessible tourism – tourism constraints for people with disability

Darcy, S., Dickson, T., Michopoulou, E., Schweinsberg, S. & Buhalis, D. (2026).
The dynamics of leisure constraints theory in accessible tourism.
In N. Halpern, J. Rickly, B. Garrod & M. Hansen (Ed.),
Handbook of Accessible Tourism (pp. 37-54). De Gruyter.
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111316130-003

ABSTRACT 

The dynamics of leisure constraints theory in accessible tourism Chapter highlights-Locates tourism constraints for people with disability within the history of leisure constraints theory.-Recognises the importance of interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, or transdisciplinary understandings that bring together the different bodies of knowledge of tourism studies, leisure constraints theory, and conceptualising disability.-Provides a focus on the literature examining the tourism constraints of people with disability as well as the specifics of the literature that uses the accessible tourism construct.-Places a chronological marker for the field with the introduction of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities emphasising post 2010 research.-Examines some possible future directions through co-design with people with disability to negotiate empowered, accessible, and inclusive futures.

Chapter highlights 

– Locates tourism constraints for people with disability within the history of leisure constraints theory. 

– Recognises the importance of interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, or transdisciplinary understandings that bring together the different bodies of knowledge of tourism studies, leisure constraints theory, and conceptualising disability. 

– Provides a focus on the literature examining the tourism constraints of people with disability as well as the specifics of the literature that uses the accessible tourism construct. 

– Places a chronological marker for the field with the introduction of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities emphasising post 2010 research. 

– Examines some possible future directions through co-design with people with disability to negotiate empowered, accessible, and inclusive futures.

Exciting Opportunities for Early Career Researchers

Knowledge Exchange, Training

We are delighted to share upcoming events from the British Academy Early Career Researcher Network (BA ECRN) Southwest & South Wales cluster. These are fantastic opportunities for networking, skill development, and engaging with key topics relevant to ECRs in the humanities, arts, and social sciences.

SWSW Connect Online Community Meeting: Research Culture and Excellence Frameworks

Date & Time: Tuesday 11 November, 12-1pm

This is a monthly online meeting for ECRs in the humanities and social sciences. It is a space to network, share knowledge, and support each other across the region. November’s session will focus on how ECR research can contribute to the research culture environment and to key UK frameworks: Research Excellence (REF), Knowledge Exchange (KEF), and Teaching Excellence (TEF).

Register on the BA ECRN Portal to find out more and book

Reaching Out: Forming Interdisciplinary Connections

Date: Tuesday 18 November, 10am-4pm

Location: University of Exeter

This in-person workshop is for ECRs who want to work together on research projects that cross different disciplines. The goal is to teach ECRs how to find partners, start these interdisciplinary projects, and gain better insights and funding advice from experienced researchers.

Register on the BA ECRN Portal to find out more and book

Development Fund Workshop: The Impact of the ‘Impact Agenda’

Date & Time: Thursday 27 November, 10:30am-5:30pm

Location: The British Academy, London

This workshop will examine the effect of the ‘impact agenda’ on the professional development and career paths of ECRs in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. It will bring together ECRs, senior academics, and policy actors to develop practical recommendations for improving impact training and career progression.

Register on the BA ECRN Portal to find out more and book

SWSW Webinar Series

The SWSW Webinar Series brings monthly knowledge and skill-based content from engaging expert speakers.

Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation

Date & Time: Thursday 4 December, 11am-12pm

Directors of the University of Exeter’s SHArD 3D Lab will present an overview of successful Knowledge Exchange initiatives. They provide specialised training, workshops, and research solutions for the heritage and emergency services sectors. The presentation highlights insights from their experience in departmental business engagement and impact leadership.

Register on the BA ECRN Portal to find out more and book

Research Impact Culture: AHRC and ESRC Impact Accelerator Accounts

Date & Time: Friday 5 December, 10am-12pm

This workshop introduces Impact Accelerator Accounts (IAA): research council funds provided to universities to develop a research impact culture. The session will cover the concept of research impact, examples of IAA-supported projects, and the aims of the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) IAA programmes. Participants will learn about available internal IAA support and funding to help researchers translate their work into real-world impact.

Find out more and book here

Stay Connected

We encourage all Early Career Researchers to join the BA ECRN Portal and ECRN platform for continuous updates on events, funding opportunities, and other resources relevant to your career development.

Our Researcher Development Hub is now available as your dedicated space to easily find resources and development opportunities for your research career stage.

CMWH researcher featured on BBC Woman’s Hour

ChloeDr Chloe Casey, lecturer in Nutrition and Behaviour, was interviewed on BBC Woman’s Hour about her collaborative research called ‘Nourish the New You’.

Chloe’s innovative project supports women in recovery from disordered alcohol use through nutrition education and creative expression. The project is part funded by Wessex Health Partners, the Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council.

Working with The Friendly Food Club, the team explored how nutrition education can be meaningfully integrated into community recovery services. They introduced cookery and nutrition classes delivered by The Friendly Food Club alongside creative workshops led by Pauline Ferrick-Squibb from AUB. These sessions provided women with opportunities to explore and express what it means to nourish themselves in recovery.

Research process seminar. Art as Access: Creative Methods for Researching Sensitive Topics. 4th November 2-3pm on Zoom

You are warmly welcomed to the next research process seminar. Hosted by The Media School at Bournemouth University but open to all.

 

Art as Access: Creative Methods for Researching Sensitive Topics

In this talk, Dr. Mendes will share insights into the use of arts-based methods for researching sensitive and sometimes ‘unspeakable’ experiences. The talk will introduce arts-based methods and share ways that they can be successfully integrated into research. The talk emphasizes how useful these methods are in getting people to open up and gives them ways to share experiences beyond words. This ensures that a wider variety of folks can take part (introverts, those with developmental disabilities, and those for whom English is an additional language)

 

The speaker

Dr. Kaitlynn Mendes is a Full Professor of Sociology and holds the Canada Research Chair in Inequality and Gender at Western University, Canada. She is an expert on rape culture and the ways digital technologies have been used to challenge and facilitate sexual violence. She is PI on the SSHRC funded project DIY: Digital Safety and Director of the GEMS Research Lab.

https://sociology.uwo.ca/people/profiles/Mendes.html

Tuesday 4th November at 2pm on Zoom

 

Register here: https://bournemouth-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/register/7XmNGVgJSd-hDxcx7Iezfg

 

And if you cannot make it but would like the recording then please register and I will send you it.

cheers

Dan

 

Don’t miss our Researcher Social – 3C Event: Research Culture, Community & Cake Wednesday 12 November 3-4 pm

Don’t miss our researcher social taking place on Wednesday 12 November from 3-4 pm.

The Doctoral College is excited to invite all members of BU’s Research Community for this informal social. If you are looking for a relaxed, easy way to meet new people and chat about your work, this is it.

This is a fantastic opportunity for all researchers to connect, exchange ideas, or even start a new collaboration.

Why you should join us:

This informal forum is the perfect place to:

  • Meet fellow researchers from across the university.
  • Share your own research and hear what exciting projects others are working on.
  • Develop new connections and expand your network.
  • Ask any questions you might have, especially if you are new to the BU research environment.

Event details

  • Wednesday 12 November, 3–4 pm
  •  F202, Fusion Building, Talbot Campus
  • Complimentary Refreshments

Find out more and register here

We look forward to seeing you there.

If you have any questions about the event, please do get in touch with the Research Development & Culture Team: researcherdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk

BU PhD student attending HIV conference on scholarship

conferences, PG research, student research

Congratulations to Tom Weeks, PhD student in the Faculty of Health, Environment & Medical Sciences at Bournemouth University, who has been awarded a scholarship from Gilead Sciences to attend the 2025 British HIV Association (BHIVA) Conference. His PhD research focuses on HIV stigma in the UK.  Tom is supervised by Dr. Pramod Regmi (Principal Academic in International Health) and Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen. The BHIVA conference features key sessions including:

  • What’s happening in HIV in 2025: New guidelines, new data, and new plans
  • Towards zero HIV transmission by 2030: Where are we now and where do we go next?

 Tom is eager to engage with the latest developments in HIV care and contribute to the ongoing dialogue around stigma reduction and equitable access to treatment.

Well done!

Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen & Dr. Pramod Regmi

 

CARING AND WORKING: Developing insights into the world of the working carer and disseminating through art

Part 2: Disseminating through art

Background
In the first part of our blog series we described the research we undertook on working carers and how after successfully applying for funding from a collaborative BEAF and BU pilot project, we were matched with artist Adilson Naueji to communicate findings. We now share some reflections from this collaborative project which happened during the summer of 2025.

About the artist

Adilson’s journey as an emerging artist began during the COVID lockdown as a way to relieve the stress of the situation. Drawing and painting allowed him to create powerful works that connected with his community and tell authentic stories.

His artistic practice focuses on human features, and his realist style enables him to explore the relationship between individuals and their surroundings. Through acrylic and oil paintings, he documents daily urban life and shares real histories.

He was attracted to the carer research work due to personal experience and also because it allowed him to focus on a new work that was not only visually appealing but also socially relevant.

The process

We firstly shared our research findings with Adilson – consisting of our original brief for the BEAF project and a cutdown version of an in-progress research article focusing on quotes from working carers. Helping visualise some of the issues that they experienced and perhaps providing some ideas about how they could be represented in an artwork whilst also providing some background on caring and working carers.

During July 2025 I had a very productive meeting with Adilson at the Lighthouse where he was presenting his first solo exhibition – BH5 Boscombe Beyond Your Eyes. He chatted to me about the exhibition and we also sat down over a coffee to discuss the project brief and how he thought he could visualise his initial ideas and thoughts.

After much searching, Adilson was able to locate a carer living in the region who was no longer working due to her caring responsibilities and the family member that they cared for – her husband, who had chronic fatigue and a range of other long-term health conditions – who both agreed to participate in the project.

In August, I had a follow-up meeting with Adilson where we chatted about progress on the project and was lucky enough (with my wife) to be able to view a work in progress at his studio to get a feel for the work itself, the size of the canvas and to chat about the areas of the painting still to be completed. This was very much appreciated, as showing the partially completed artwork to anyone prior to finalising was something that he wouldn’t normally do.

Connecting with the carer and her family and sharing their challenges was difficult emotionally, but Adilson approached this in a very empathetic way which really comes through powerfully in the final piece he produced.

Increasing empathetic understanding through art

Participants in our study (Pulman and Fenge, 2025) felt that it was difficult for some managers and colleagues to fully appreciate working carer experiences unless they had personal experience of a similar situation. This highlights the need for more training for line managers and the wider workforce about the needs and experiences of working carers to promote supportive working environments.

By disseminating findings through art, we wanted to engage with, and communicate to, employers across the region using a visual approach which would help to open a window on the hidden world of the working carer.

To date, we have been able to display the finished artwork at the NIHR ARC Wessex Annual Event in October with Adilson in attendance to discuss his painting with event attendees.

   

This highlighted how impactful, stimulating and thought provoking art can be as opposed to the usual blend of event posters and PowerPoints we, as researchers, quite often utilise to display academic findings – sometimes stopping people in their tracks as I witnessed on the day.

Next Steps

In addition to any forthcoming plans between BU and BEAF to display project outputs, we are also hoping to display the artwork again at an event on Carers Rights Day on 19th November and an exhibition at the Lighthouse in Poole during January 2026.

We are also interested in how we can best help Adilson to move further into the crossover areas of health research and art outputs by looking at potential funding streams (arts council and health funding pathways) which he might be able to access beyond this current project, as this area seems like it has incredible potential in highlighting qualitative data in a visually arresting and reflective way.

Positives of collaborating with local artists

Disseminating research can sometimes be incredibly dry as a subject, where important findings might be hidden digitally behind a journal firewall within reams of text and quotes, or worse, be highlighted in a staid or complex web of slides risking losing key research messages to (sometimes) disinterested attendees.

Art offers a tangible, visually impacting way of connecting an audience to a research message on a deeper level which is likely to stay longer in the memory. Mention of da Vinci’s Mona Lisa or Munch’s The Scream will immediately trigger a direct visual memory in a person in a way that text might not always be able to accomplish.

There might be significant challenges in the process of linking these ideas, but as Adilson notes, these are worth overcoming:

“Dealing with things as the sensitive matters of carers, finding the subject, and short deadlines increases the challenge and probably influenced the final result of the painting. On the other hand, it was the most educational project I ever worked on, and diving into the universe of carers you cannot walk out indifferent. I feel honoured to give face to the research you are doing in this field, and I truly hope the artwork serves the purpose in real life for which it was made; to raise awareness about carers, starting conversations at different levels of our society.”

Looking at more innovative ways of cascading research messages via a long-standing medium like art seems like an incredibly simple and powerful step forward in increasing research impacts and prompting a discussion with an audience in retrospect. So if you are a post-doctoral researcher, seeking a new way of disseminating research evidence, what are you waiting for?

With thanks to:

  • Artist Adilson Naueji.
  • The working carer research project was supported by the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Wessex.
  • The artwork created was supported by BEAF Arts Co and Bournemouth University.

More information on our project:

Professor Lee-Ann Fenge – lfenge@bournemouth.ac.uk

Dr Andy Pulman – apulman@bournemouth.ac.uk

https://nccdsw.co.uk/clusters/research/carer-research

https://www.arc-wx.nihr.ac.uk/social-care

Pulman, A. and Fenge, L.-A., 2025. Caring and working: developing insights into the world of the working carer. Health & Social Care in the Community. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/hsc/5541190

https://www.instagram.com/adilson_naueji/

ESRC SWDTP – Applications open for PhD Studentships for September 2026

Bournemouth University is delighted to be part of the Southwest Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP), one of the UK’s largest centres of postgraduate research training for social scientists, including in the fields of Health, Wellbeing & Society, Psychology, Climate Change & Sustainability.

Bournemouth University was successfully awarded 2 PhD studentships in 2024 and 3 PhD Studentship and 1 Post Doc Research Fellow in 2025.

The call for PhD Studentships starting in September 2026 is now live.

Full details can be found here: ESRC Southwest Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP) | Bournemouth University

Applicants may apply for an ESRC studentship at Bournemouth University in one of the following pathways:

Studentships cover tuition fees and provide a maintenance stipend for living costs and other additional forms of support and are normally for 3 years 3 months plus 3 months “Research in Practice” (placement). Part-time studentships will be offered pro rata to their full-time equivalent.

Applicants should contact a potential supervisors (listed in each pathway) and submit an applications via myHUB, together with the relevant supporting information:

  • SWDTP Studentship Application Form 2026 Entry (Annex A) (docx 224kb) which includes the research proposal, the name(s) of the potential supervisors
  • Supervisor Supporting Statement Form for 2026 Entry (Annex B) (docx 183kb) which must be completed by the nominated primary supervisor
  • One reference from someone familiar with the applicant’s academic work
  • Verified transcript of the applicant’s highest qualification to date or an interim transcript if they are still studying
  • If the applicant is not a national of a majority English-speaking country, they will need to submit evidence of their proficiency in English.

To find out more, please join us for an online information session:

Monday 27 October 2025 | 14-00 – 15:00 | Online – Microsoft Teams.

To join the meeting, please email swdtp@bournemouth.ac.uk and you will be sent an invite to join the meeting.

New paper by CMWH PhD student

PG research

Congratulations to Joanne Rack, whose paper ‘Developing a Canadian midwifery research priority framework: a Delphi consensus study‘ [1] was published earlier this month.   Joanne is currently doing her Clinical Doctorate in the Centre for Midwifery & Women’s Health (CMWH) focusing on personalised care for women of advanced maternal age.  Her doctoral study is matched-funded by University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust and Bournemouth University [BU].  Her PhD is supervised and supported by Profs. Vanora Hundley and Edwin van Teijlingen in CMWH with support from Prof. Ann Luce at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and Dr. Latha Vinayakarao at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD).  Last year Joanne published the first paper from her PhD work [2].

 

Prof. Vanora Hundely & Edwin van Teijlingen

Reference:

  1. Murray-Davis, B., Ruby, E., Rack, J. et al. Developing a Canadian midwifery research priority framework: a Delphi consensus study. Health Res Policy Sys 23, 126 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-025-01401-0
  2. Rack, J., Hundley, V., van Teijlingen, E., Luce, A., Vinayakarao. L. (2024) Understanding perceptions and communication of risk in advanced maternal age: a scoping review (protocol) on women’s engagement with health care services, MIDIRS Midwifery Digest, 34(3): 201-204.

Launch your Research into a Deeptech Startup: Conception X Applications are open

Are you a PhD student, postdoc, or early-career researcher with ground-breaking research you believe could change the world? Now is your chance to turn that vision into a reality. Applications for Conception X are open, offering you a unique opportunity to join Europe’s largest community for entrepreneurial researchers.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday 16 December 2025.

What is Conception X?

Conception X is a UK-based not-for-profit that runs the largest cross-university deeptech venture programme for researchers across Europe. Its core mission is to turn more scientists and engineers into founders, accelerating breakthroughs and building new career pathways for researchers.

Since launching in 2018, Conception X has recruited eight cohorts from 80+ universities across 11 countries, and accelerated success in the deeptech ecosystem:

Research to Real-World Impact

Conception X is designed to fit around your research timeline, helping you translate cutting-edge work into real-world impact. They recognise that not all research is at the same stage, so they offer a two-track approach. This flexible model ensures you can move at a pace that works best for you and your project.

  • Move Fast: For researchers ready to quickly move toward their first investment raise.
  • Explore: For those who want to explore research commercialisation at a more measured pace.

BU Success Story: Green Hydrogen Pioneer

Earlier this year, Conception X welcomed Cohort 8, which included BU PhD researcher Shadeepa Karunarathne and his startup, OcenGen.

OcenGen is pioneering green hydrogen production by developing next-generation, low-cost electrocatalysts that can generate hydrogen directly from seawater without costly desalination. This ground-breaking BU research aligns closely with the UK’s Net Zero goals, demonstrating how fundamental science can be quickly translated into practical solutions for global energy challenges.

Find out more

What Conception X Offers

From the moment you join, Conception X provides critical support and unparalleled access:

  • Connections: You will be connected directly with industry decision-makers and investors.
  • Funding Opportunities: They help you become eligible for innovation grants, awards, and equity investment.
  • Support: Gain access to tailored coaching and networking opportunities to build your startup foundation.

For the top-performing founders, there is the chance to pitch directly to the Conception X Angel Syndicate and XTX Ventures, with the potential to receive up to £250k in investment.

A Proven Track Record

Since its launch in 2018, Conception X has championed success in the deeptech ecosystem:

  • 600+ researchers have been supported in launching deeptech startups based on their research.
  • 190+ companies have been created.
  • These companies have collectively raised £147+ million in early-stage investments and grants.

Your Next Step: Join a Discovery Session

Want to hear directly from people who have gone through the process?

Register for a Discovery Session. It is the perfect opportunity to:

  • Hear inspiring stories from Conception X alumni.
  • Learn more about the available pathways.
  • Get all your questions answered.

Please visit the Conception X website to learn more about the programme, register for a session, and apply when you are ready.

ECR Funding Open Call: Research Culture & Community Grant – Apply Now

Funding opportunities

Research Culture & Community Grant – Relaunch with dedicated ECR Funding

Following the success of the Doctoral College Research Culture & Community Grant for our PGR community, we are excited to announce a new funding strand specifically for Early Career Researchers.

This is your opportunity to secure dedicated funding to develop your ideas, build essential collaborations, and grow professionally within BU’s research environment.

We have set aside grants to support ECR-led social and/or academic events. Whether it is a social mixer, a focused training workshop, or a creative new initiative, we want to empower you to enhance the BU research culture and community.

Which stream is right for your idea?

We have two dedicated streams to support a diverse range of activities:

Stream 1: Researcher Development 

This stream supports the organisation of skills-focused workshops, events, or initiatives designed to build research capacity. 

  • Grants Available: Up to £500 per activity
  • Examples: Specialised research methods workshops, inviting an external guest speaker, or dedicated academic writing sessions. 

Stream 2: Research Culture & Community 

This stream supports initiatives focused on community building, well-being, or social activities that enhance the overall research culture at BU. 

  • Grants Available: Up to £300 per activity. 
  • Examples: Cultural and social events, or activities specifically designed to enhance researcher well-being. 

Key Terms & Conditions 

Please review the following terms before submitting your application: 

One Activity Limit: No ECR should be the primary organiser of more than one activity. 

Community Reach: Activities should be engaging and made available to the full PGR community. 

Commitment: Organisers must be committed to promoting, delivering, and evaluating their activity. 

Timeline: Activities must take place and be invoiced before 31 July 2026. 

Originality: Activities should not duplicate those already on offer elsewhere within the Doctoral College or wider University. 

Match Funding: Contributions from other sources are welcome to complement the Doctoral College grant. 

Non-Retrospective: Funding will not be offered for activities that have already taken place. 

Ready to apply?

If you would like to discuss your ideas before submitting your application, we encourage you to get in touch. Please contact Enrica Conrotto, Researcher Development Manager at researcherdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk

The closing date for all applications is 4pm, Friday 12 December 2025

Apply here 

We look forward to seeing your ideas and supporting you in shaping the future of community and development at BU.

The Researcher Development and Culture Team

Further CMWH contributions to 2026 ICM congress

conferences, international, Women's Academic Network

Congratulations are due to BU’s Midwifery Lecturer Laura Stedman whose abstract ‘The impact of neonatal intensive care admission at term following gestational diabetes mellitus: A neglected area’ has been accepted for presentation at the 2026 ICM (International Confederation of Midwives) in Lisbon, Portugal.  Also congratulations to BU’s Lead Midwife for Education, Dr. Juliet Wood.  She been accepted to present a workshop at the ICM Congress under the heading ‘Supporting student midwife confidence to facilitate physiologic birth: A workshop for clinical and academic faculty‘.  The latter workshop is a proper international collaboration as the team also includes colleagues from Northern Ireland, the USA, Poland and Australia.

The ICM works with midwives and midwives’ associations globally to ensure that women and gender diverse people have access to a midwife’s care before, during and after childbirth. We advocate for midwives to practise the full scope of our profession, providing education, sexual and reproductive health services and newborn care.

Congratulations to both!

Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen

Centre for Midwifery & Women’s Health

Early labour research accepted for ICM 2026 congress

conferences, international, Women's Academic Network

The ICM, the International Confederation of Midwives, holds its congress every three years, and the next one will be in Portugal in summer 2026.  Dr. Dominique Mylod had her abstract accepted with the title ‘Supporting women in early labour: An interdisciplinary, digital approach’, whilst Prof. Vanora Hundley’s ‘Can we identify women who will need additional support in the early (latent) phase of labour?’ abstract was also accepted.  Both Dr. Mylod and Prof. Hundley are based in the Centre for Midwifery & Women’s Health (CMWH) in the Faculty of Health, Environment & Medical Science.

Congratulations!

Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen