If you’ve ever thought that research might be dry and dull, Northern School of Writing poet Jardel Rodrigues has a message for you. Commissioned to celebrate Research Day at the University of Salford, Rodrigues’ poem impressed audiences so much, The University of Salford created a film with Jardel, which is launching on National Poetry Day 2025. Take a moment to find out why we’re so proud of our alumnus, and the power of Jardel’s poetry.