Martin Hyde

Professor at University of Leicester. Researching work, retirement & health in a global context.

[Martin Hyde @HydeM1976]

FYI - I have now also mostly moved over to BlueSky now as this seems to be where most of the people I follow have gone. My profile there is https://t.co/GfYwKBaG99

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Independent Age is #hiring! We are looking for a Head of Service Development to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Independent Age’s services and maximising our impact for older people facing financial hardship.

Closes: 25 September

https://t.co/LkIWvULZVy

[University of Leicester @uniofleicester]

In case you missed it, Leicester has risen to =39 in The Guardian University Guide 2027.

7 subjects are in the UK top 10:
🥇 Health Professions
🥈 Chemistry
7️⃣ Midwifery
8️⃣ Earth & Marine Sciences
9️⃣ Anthropology & Archaeology
9️⃣ Physiotherapy
🔟 Medicine
https://t.co/rc8f7uiWns

[ILO Research @ILO_Research]

🌡️ New @ilo research finds that high temperatures are linked to increased worker mortality in #Colombia, with some occupations facing greater risks.

The findings point to the need for stronger prevention, adaptation and social protection.

📄 Read more: https://t.co/QQwwZlXP4X

[Gerontological Society of America (GSA) @geronsociety]

Can extreme heat accelerate cognitive decline? A new S. Korean study found that heatwave exposure may intensify the progression from mild cognitive impairment to dementia. https://t.co/RrbpJLKf7e @OUPAcademic #DementiaResearch #ClimateHealth

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Almost half of older Scots think the current social security system works poorly for pensioners.

We're calling for a pensioner poverty strategy to ensure that we can all live well in later life. Find out more in the #OlderScotlandIndex26:
https://t.co/p1HKr75XcL

[Gerontological Society of America (GSA) @geronsociety]

The journal aims to highlight research that illustrates how small but innovative solutions by individuals or communities can make substantial contributions to addressing big problems that affect older adults. Submissions are due October 1. https://t.co/m0x86CLTIf @OUPAcademic

[Martin Lewis @MartinSLewis]

Pls spread word. Three digits can help protect you from scams: 159. If you're suspicious of a 'call from your bank', politely hang up and dial 159. It connects you to a switchboard that puts you through to your bank's real number. Watch the video for why its extra protection

[Older People’s Commissioner for Wales @talkolderpeople]

We want to hear about your experiences living in Rural Vale.

The Commissioner’s Engagement Officer will be joining the Vale of Glamorgan Age Friendly Team at their rural pop-up stand on July 29, at Ogmore-by-Sea.

Visit us there and make your voice heard.

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

Have you heard about our Good to Know groups?

Come along to our free, expert-led sessions covering the subjects that matter most in later life. Open to older people wanting to learn more, as well as friends and family.

Take a look at what's coming up:
https://t.co/pDB4f2qwPs

[socialprotection.org @SP_Gateway]

⚠️ Final days to contribute!

Don’t miss your chance to join the blog series The Long Shadows of Colonialism on Social Protection.

Share your insights, research or practical experience.

🔗 https://t.co/VG2AzwWIEh | Deadline: 17 July

#SocialProtection #Colonialism #sporg

[NIHR ARC East Midlands @ARC_EM]

A new toolkit has been developed to help researchers build trust with ethnic minority communities.

The Co-Trust Toolkit aims to support greater participation in medical research and help ensure research reflects the needs of everyone.

🔗Read more: https://t.co/MICFJnfCeC

[Gerontological Society of America (GSA) @geronsociety]

Join us for “Connecting the Dots: Reframing Aging Across the Age-Friendly Ecosystem” on July 22 at 2:00 PM ET. We'll explore how effectively reframing aging can strengthen your communications and partnerships with a panel of age-friendly experts.

https://t.co/GPmiWnsSoI

[NIHR ARC East Midlands @ARC_EM]

Four funded PhD studentships are now open at @ARC_EM across our research themes:

🔹 Multiple long term conditions
🔹 Health inequalities
🔹 Health data
🔹 Implementation research

Find out more and apply:
https://t.co/fN7zdlCKmX

[School of Business @UniLeicBusiness]

New Publication | ULSB's @HydeM1976, and co-authors, 'Do Predictors of Life Satisfaction Change in the Last Years Leading Up to Retirement? The Case of Job Satisfaction and Leisure Satisfaction' in the Journal of Personality. 1/2

[Older People’s Commissioner for Wales @talkolderpeople]

On our website, we have a range of Information Guides available, for people aged 60+.

These guides can advise and help you understand your rights within areas such as health and social care services, finance, mental capacity, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

https://t.co/qEAtDwTnZv

[CSPA (Civil Service Pensioners' Alliance) @CivilCspa]

The Commission examined why tomorrow’s retirees are on track to be poorer than today’s with too many working age adults are saving nothing at all into a pension. A final report with recommendations will follow in early 2027.

https://t.co/j0dnwGHaxI

#Pensions

[Independent Age @IndependentAge]

We are looking for a part-qualified accountant or equivalent to join us in our new Senior Finance Officer role.

Covering a broad remit of tasks, candidates will have an understanding of charity accounting technicalities.

Closes: 1 June
Apply: https://t.co/1T2sjiDLJu

[Mushtaq Bilal, PhD @MushtaqBilalPhD]

Zotero has a great feature called "Retracted Items"

If an article in your library gets retracted, Zotero labels it and puts in "Retracted Items."

[socialprotection.org @SP_Gateway]

🚨📰 Our May newsletter is out!

This month, we explore demographic change and the future of #SocialProtection, examining how ageing societies are reshaping labour markets, pension systems, care needs and intergenerational solidarity worldwide. 🧵👇

[Asan Akpan @asanakpan]

Reflections on Joining the dots for frailty | British Geriatrics Society https://t.co/vP78xblsNW