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Connecting Research Culture Conference 2026
Pink Poppy Flowers

What will we explore? 

  • Research integrity and open research 

  • Exploring approaches that support integrity, transparency, openness and high-quality research. 

  • Leadership and management 

  • Sharing approaches to effective leadership and management and their role in creating positive research environments. 

  • Careers and recognition 

  • Considering different career pathways and how institutions can recognise the diverse contributions that support research. 

  • Wellbeing and sustainability 

  • Exploring ways to support wellbeing and develop sustainable approaches to research and working practices. 

  • Team science and collaboration 

  • Looking at how effective collaboration and team science can strengthen research and research communities. 

  • Recognition systems 

  • Discussing approaches such as narrative CVs and contribution frameworks that recognise a broader range of research contributions. 

  • Data and research quality 

  • Considering how effective data management and robust research practices contribute to quality and integrity. 

  • Policy and impact 

  • Exploring how research can influence policy and create impact beyond academia. 

  • A programme built around participation 

The two-day programme will combine plenary sessions, panel discussions and interactive workshops with opportunities for delegates to connect and share their experiences. 
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