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We are the professional membership association for research management and administration in the UK.
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Introducing ARMA’s Meta Research Special Interest Group ✨

The Meta Research Special Interest Group (SIG) supports RMA colleagues interested in understanding, utilising, and contributing to research on the research ecosystem in which we work.
February 6, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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New to research administration? Join our in-person Induction workshop designed for professionals with up to 12 months experience

📅 Tuesday 16 June
📍 Harrogate

Head to our website to learn more: https://arma.ac.uk/product/induction-london-2/
Induction (Harrogate) – ARMA
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February 6, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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We're excited to share the programme for the upcoming ARMA Research Leaders Forum, taking place in London on 5 March.

Head to our website today for full details & to secure your space. Act fast - remaining availability is limited!

https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-leaders-forum/
ARMA Research Leaders Forum – ARMA
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February 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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🔓 Unlock your potential with ARMA's expert-led training & development workshops

ARMA members benefit from exclusive registration discounts, so don't miss out on the opportunity to invest in your professional journey 🚀

Click to view our full schedule & to register: https://arma.ac.uk/events/
February 6, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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📢 Final call 📢 In preparation for the ARMA REF Forum on 12 March, we're seeking input from the community on the topics they feel still need to be discussed with the REF Team & the Research Diversity Advisory Panel.

Submit your questions by Monday 9 February 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
February 5, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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Interested in attending #ARMA2026 this summer? We've got you covered!

We have worked hard to secure affordable options for accommodation & travel. Click to read our article on the discounted rates currently available 👇

https://arma.ac.uk/interested-in-attending-arma-2026-weve-got-you-covered/
Interested in attending ARMA 2026? We’ve got you covered – ARMA
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February 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Online Training ➡️ Research Partner Due Diligence – Introduction & Best Practices

Secure your space today to elevate your skills in research partner due diligence 💡

📅 Tuesday 24 March, 10am

Info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/research-partner-due-diligence-introduction-and-best-practices-online-2/
Research Partner Due Diligence – Introduction and Best Practices (Online) – ARMA
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February 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Introducing ARMA’s Open Research Special Interest Group ✨

#ARMAUK #OpenResearch #SpecialInterestGroup
February 4, 2026 at 9:58 AM
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Following the CKU Townhall & in preparation for the ARMA REF Forum, we're seeking input from the community on topics they feel still need to be discussed with the REF Team & the Research Diversity Advisory Panel

⏰ Submit your questions by 9 February ⏰

🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
February 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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📣 INVITATION TO TENDER | Advancing Long-form Open Access Practice Project

RLUK, SCONUL @armauk.bsky.social @ukri.org are inviting tenders for project to articulate challenges & opportunities for UK research orgs in responding to evolving #OA long-form publishing landscape

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ITT The Advancing Long-form Open Access Practice Project
A new research sector‑led project has been launched to support UK research organisations in implementing open access (OA) for long‑form publications. The Advancing Long-form Open Access Practice Proje...
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February 3, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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Introducing ARMA’s EU & International Special Interest Group ✨ Bringing together research managers and administrators who are involved in the EU & International Research at any point in the research lifecycle.

Details of ARMA's 17 Special Interest Groups can be found 👇
arma.ac.uk/special-inte...
February 3, 2026 at 10:10 AM
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Online Training ➡️ Raising the Quality of Research Proposals

If you play a key role in helping academics prepare & submit high quality research proposals, you don't want to miss our upcoming workshop 💡

📅 3 March

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https://arma.ac.uk/product/raising-the-quality-of-research-proposals-online-3/
Raising the Quality of Research Proposals – Online – ARMA
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February 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Online Training ➡️ Introduction to Research Contracts

Don’t miss this half day workshop aimed at current or aspiring research contracts professionals (with a maximum of 12 months experience).

📅 19 March, 9:30am
📍 Online

Info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/introduction-to-research-contracts-online-3/
Introduction to Research Contracts (Online) – ARMA
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February 2, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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⏳ Have you secured your space on this week's Royal Academy of Engineering study tour yet?

📅 Friday 6 February, 10.30am
📍 Online

Don't miss out, click the link to register 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/royal-academy-of-engineering-study-tour-research-chairs-and-senior-research-fellowships/
Royal Academy of Engineering study tour – Research Chairs and Senior Research Fellowships – ARMA
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February 2, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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➡️ ARMA Annual Conference & Gala Dinner
📍 Harrogate Convention Centre
📅 16 - 18 June

Head to our website today to take advantage of travel discounts & preferential accommodation rates!

Don't forget, ARMA members also enjoy a substantial discount on registration 🤝

🔗 https://www.armaconference.com/
January 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Are you, or someone you work with, curious about the possibilities that ARMA membership can offer? There's still time to register for our free Membership Information Session ⏳

📅 Monday 2 February, 12pm-1pm
📍 Online

Full info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-membership-information-session-5/
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January 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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✍️ Check out our ARMA Insights Magazine article ‘Introducing Ourselves as Co-Chairs of ARMA’s Editorial Working Group’ by incoming Chairs Sarah Whalley and Rupert Avis.

Log-in required: https://arma.ac.uk/articles/introducing-ourselves-as-co-chairs-of-armas-editorial-working-group/
Introducing ourselves as co-chairs of ARMA’s Editorial Working Group – ARMA
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January 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Introducing ARMA’s Postgraduate Research (PGR) Special Interest Group ✨

ARMA membership offers access to 17 SIGs, each led by experienced professionals (SIG Champions) & focused on the topics that matter most to our industry

👉 SIGs: arma.ac.uk/special-inte...
January 28, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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📢 Final call: Science for Africa & ARMA Training Proposal

ARMA invites proposals from experienced providers to design & deliver two Research Impact workshops & a follow up clinic

⏰ Deadline 30 Jan ⏰

Full Info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/science-for-africa-and-arma-training-proposal-invitation-to-tender/
The Adventures Of Administrator-Who-Is-Also-A-Researcher – ARMA
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January 28, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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⏳ 4 weeks to go ⏳ The 'Research Excellence Framework (REF) – what is it all about' training workshop is set to run for the third time next month to meet demand

📅 25 February
📍 Online

Secure your space 👇
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January 27, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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✍️ With a change in leadership for ARMA Insights, outgoing Chair Phil Ward reflects on his six year journey as part of the Editorial Working Group in our latest article

Click to read (log-in required) 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/articles/from-insights-to-insights-six-years-on-armas-editorial-working-group/
From Insights to Insights: Six years on ARMA’s Editorial Working Group – ARMA
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January 27, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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🆕 Royal Academy of Engineering study tour

Join us on 6 February where we’ll provide an overview of the Research Chairs & Senior Research Fellowships, followed by an open Q&A

Info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/royal-academy-of-engineering-study-tour-research-chairs-and-senior-research-fellowships/
Royal Academy of Engineering study tour – Research Chairs and Senior Research Fellowships – ARMA
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January 26, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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One week to go ➡️ ARMA Membership Information Session

Are you, or someone you work with, curious about the possibilities that ARMA membership can offer? Don't miss our upcoming Information Session ⏳

📅 2 February
📍 Online

Full info 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-membership-information-session-5/
ARMA Membership Information Session – ARMA
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January 26, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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Following the CKU Townhall & in preparation for the ARMA REF Forum, we're seeking input from the community on topics they feel still need to be discussed with the REF Team & the Research Diversity Advisory Panel

Submit your questions & view the draft programme👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
January 23, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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We are pleased to share that Rupert Avis and Sarah Whalley have been appointed as the new co-chairs of ARMA’s Editorial Working Group.

Click the link to read the full announcement and find out more about Rupert & Sarah: https://arma.ac.uk/new-editorial-working-group-co-chairs-announced/
New Editorial Working Group co-chairs announced – ARMA
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January 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM