A panel of academics sharing their experiences and advice regarding academic publishing in the company of Professor Huw Morgan, Dr Hannah Sams, Dr Sam Parry, Dr Geraint Palmer-Liyu and Dr Rhiannon Marks. The discussion is suitable for researchers who want to learn more about the process of publishing their work. The event took place at the National Library on 25 June 2026.

Introduction to the University of Wales Press by Dr Llion Wigley. This presentation gives an overview of the background of the press and a detailed guide to the process of submitting and publishing volumes.

Introduction to the Coleg Cymraeg academic e-journal, Gwerddon, by the deputy editor, Dr Hywel Griffiths. Gwerddon is a Welsh-medium open access academic e-journal which publishes research in a wide range of academic subjects. Its aim is to stimulate and encourage first-class academic discussion across as wide a range of subjects as possible through the medium of Welsh, and thereby to create a store of scholarly material for the use of research students and academics. All articles are published in Welsh and adhere to REF guidelines creating work of an international standard which is peer reviewed. This presentation gives an overview of the background of Gwerddon together with a detailed guide to the process of submitting and publishing articles in the journal.

The Research Conference will be held on 25–26 June at the National Library in Aberystwyth, and will be streamed on the Coleg Cymraeg's YouTube channel. See more information on the Coleg's website, and recordings of the papers will be available below following the conference. The research posters displayed at the conference can be viewed by clicking on the links below.

A series of videos introducing NVivo by Emma Grigorian, PhD researcher at Cardiff Met University. NVivo is computer software used to collect, organise, analyse and interpret qualitative data. It can be used to analyse data from qualitative research methods such as interviews, focus groups, questionnaires and transcripts by coding the data and identifying themes and patterns. An online workshop will be held on 1 June at 2pm to accompany this resource. You can register for the workshop here.

A series of videos introducing SPSS by Dr Awel Vaughan-Evans, Reader in Psychology at Bangor University. SPSS is a computer software used to collect, analyse, and interpret quantitative data using statistical methods. It can be used to analyse data from qualitative research methods such as surveys, interviews and focus groups by coding the qualitative information and turning it into quantitative data. An online workshop will be held on 5 June at 11am to accompany this resource. You can register for the workshop here.

A podcast that provides a platform for researchers across Wales to share their work and ideas. Each episode, Jonathan Davies, a Coleg Cymraeg research scholarship holder, talks to new guests to explore their research field, the questions that motivates them, and the impact on society. From the natural sciences to the creative arts, the podcast offers an accessible and inspiring insight into a wide range of topics. Whether you are a researcher, a student or simply enjoy discovering new ideas, you are welcome to join the conversation.

The Research Conference was held on 26–27 June at Aberystwyth University and the National Library, and it was streamed on the Coleg's YouTube channel.  Recordings from the conference and copies of the research posters that were presented can be viewed by clicking on the links below.

FreeTxt helps you analyse and visualize free text data in Welsh and English, such as data from surveys and questionnaires. FreeTxt enables you to perform up to six different types of textual data analysis for each file. You don't need to be able to code or learn how to create graphs, either - FreeTxt does the hard work for you!

Researcher Wellbeing Cymru (RWC) is an online resource designed to enable doctoral researchers to foster a healthy sense of wellbeing. It can help you navigate your doctoral journey, become more resilient and identify beneficial ways of working. You can expect to find resources about working with your supervisors, managing your time, and keeping motivated. Doctoral researchers from universities across Wales were involved in creating resources.  This resource has been developed by academics and professional services staff involved in doctoral education at Cardiff Metropolitan University and Aberystwyth University in collaboration with other universities in Wales.

The Edward Lhuyd Lecture is an annual presentation on various aspects of academic and contemporary life in Wales and the world. The presentations cover a wide variety of themes including geology, literature, ecology or history. The lecture is organized between the Coleg Cymaeg and the Learned Society of Wales. Note, there were no lectures in 2020 - 2022 due to Covid-19.

A presentation by Dr Seren Evans on her research into the role of Artificial Intelligence in predicting non-contact leg injuries within Rugby Union, and a recording of a panel discussion on artificial intelligence and its implications, challenges and opportunities for researchers with: Dr Cynog Prys, Senior lecturer, Sociology and Social Policy, Bangor University Dr Seren Evans, Lecturer, Sports Sciences, Bangor University Dr Neil Mac Parthaláin, Senior lecturer, Computer Science, Aberystwyth University Professor Huw Morgan, Physics, Aberystwyth University The event took place in Aberystwyth on 27 June 2024.