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Research to Reality – Bridging the Gap – A research manager’s perspective working across multiple specialities

6 August, 2026

The research manager is the key to navigating the hidden parallels between Universities and Catapult centres. Though they inhabit different worlds, they face shared challenges when negotiating the complex landscape of research and innovation funding.

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News round-up: Spring 2026 (March – May)

11 June, 2026

This news round-up captures key developments across the UK research landscape from March to May 2026. From funding volatility and UKRI reform, to growing financial pressures, infrastructure challenges and evolving expectations of research governance, catch up on the headlines shaping research management today.

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News round-up: November 2025

11 December, 2025

This round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the UK and European research landscape from the end of October to late November 2025.

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Redefining expertise: Research managers in peer review

16 October, 2025

As peer review evolves to reflect broader definitions of expertise, research managers are increasingly recognised as valuable contributors. This article explores sector trends, personal reflections and practical steps for contributing to fair, inclusive funding decisions.

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The role of research managers in research output development

24 July, 2025

Research outputs are the cornerstone of research progress, yet professional services teams are rarely involved in their development. The University of Liverpool’s unique Outputs Development team explores what could be possible when research managers and administrators support outputs from the start.

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