ERA Committee

Outgoing Chair of Emerging Researchers Into Ageing Group (ERA):

Dr Lisa Davison

Dr Lisa Davison (they/them) holds MSc and PhD degrees in Gerontology from the University of Southampton. They currently work as a Quantitative Research Fellow at the University of Stirling, Scotland on the Intersectional Stigma of Place-Based Ageing (ISPA) project. Their previous research has focused on the relationships between caregiving, loneliness, health, and wellbeing using English Longitudinal Study of Ageing (ELSA) data; migration and pensions using a range of European data; and home adaptations and design to support healthy cognitive ageing and people living with dementia to age-in-place. Lisa’s current quantitative work focuses on exploring a variety of UK-based secondary data sources, including survey, cohort, and census data to examine the how the stigma attached to age, disability, and place intersect.

As well as the Outgoing ERA Chair role, they wear many other BSG “hats” including BSG Social Media Lead, BSG Scotland (Devolved Nations) Chair and involvement in leading the BSG LGBTQ+ Special Interest Group.

Chair of Emerging Researchers Into Ageing Group (ERA):

Dr Amy Prescott 

Dr. Amy Prescott is a Research Fellow at Brunel University of London, working on a funded Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) project that explores socially inclusive ageing across the life-course with 'new ageing populations'. With a strong background in qualitative research, her work focuses on understanding and representing the lived experiences of marginalised groups. Amy completed her PhD examining the health, wellbeing and leisure practices of British nuclear test veterans, shedding light on the long-term impacts of nuclear testing on veterans and their families. Her research interests span qualitative methods, lived experiences, and creative forms of representation, aiming to amplify the voices of those often overlooked in traditional academic discourse. Passionate about interdisciplinary and socially engaged research, Amy employs innovative methodologies to explore complex social issues, ensuring that research findings are not only academically rigorous but also meaningful to the communities involved. Her current work aligns with her broader commitment to addressing social inequalities and promoting diverse, inclusive narratives in ageing research. At Brunel, Amy continues to develop her expertise, working closely with stakeholders to inform policy and practice. Her work is driven by a belief in the power of research to create positive social change and meaningful impact.

Incoming Chair of Emerging Researchers Into Ageing Group (ERA):