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.
This news round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the research landscape in recent months. From UKRI, Horizon Europe, DSIT and Research Culture and Environment, catch up on the news you may have missed.
Kieran Fenby-Hulse describes his flexible career in academia and research management, detailing his current role and the journey that led him there.
From dodging a Philosophy PhD to juggling ethics, compliance, and funding bids – research support professional Alice Caryer shares her journey to leadership and how she learned to stay calm (and occasionally thrive) in dynamic environments.
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.
Welcome to RMA Spotlight, a new article series celebrating inspiring career journeys of professionals in research management. In our first feature, we catch up with Kirsty Grainger, Director of Research and Impact Services at the University of Bath.
This news round-up captures key headlines and discussions from across the research landscape in recent months. From artificial intelligence to REF, funding challenges, Open Access and research culture, catch up on the news you may have missed.
New networks seek to highlight the work and experiences of the Global Majority while also creating new spaces for collaboration and innovation.
Read about how the International Research Culture Conference hosted by the National Centre for Research Culture at the University of Warwick is bringing the sector together to create ripples in all things research culture.
Organisations are increasingly looking for new ways to improve equality, diversity and inclusion within research. One way they are doing this is by combining their efforts through the EDIS coalition.
