ARMA UK
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We are the professional membership association for research management and administration in the UK.
⏰ There are only 2 weeks remaining to submit your abstract for #ARMA2026
Don't miss out, your insights could inspire the future of research management!
Head to our website for information on our conference themes & guidelines for submission: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
Don't miss out, your insights could inspire the future of research management!
Head to our website for information on our conference themes & guidelines for submission: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
November 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
⏰ There are only 2 weeks remaining to submit your abstract for #ARMA2026
Don't miss out, your insights could inspire the future of research management!
Head to our website for information on our conference themes & guidelines for submission: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
Don't miss out, your insights could inspire the future of research management!
Head to our website for information on our conference themes & guidelines for submission: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
🆕Training: Facilitation for Successful Collaboration
Launching on 14 January, this online programme consists of 2-hour interactive modules held weekly. Head to our website for full details and to register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Launching on 14 January, this online programme consists of 2-hour interactive modules held weekly. Head to our website for full details and to register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Facilitation for Successful Collaboration – Online Programme – ARMA
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November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🆕Training: Facilitation for Successful Collaboration
Launching on 14 January, this online programme consists of 2-hour interactive modules held weekly. Head to our website for full details and to register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Launching on 14 January, this online programme consists of 2-hour interactive modules held weekly. Head to our website for full details and to register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Thinking about submitting a nomination for the 2026 #ARMAAwards and unsure where to start? Join our free information session to discover everything you need to know 🏆
⏰ Tuesday 18 November, 12pm (online)
Register to secure your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
⏰ Tuesday 18 November, 12pm (online)
Register to secure your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Thinking about submitting a nomination for the 2026 #ARMAAwards and unsure where to start? Join our free information session to discover everything you need to know 🏆
⏰ Tuesday 18 November, 12pm (online)
Register to secure your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
⏰ Tuesday 18 November, 12pm (online)
Register to secure your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
📢 We're delighted to announce that early bird registration for the #ARMA2026 conference is now open!
Delegates are encouraged to register early to benefit from discounted rates. Head to our website to learn more 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/early-bird-registration-opens-for-arma-2026-conference/
Delegates are encouraged to register early to benefit from discounted rates. Head to our website to learn more 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/early-bird-registration-opens-for-arma-2026-conference/
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
📢 We're delighted to announce that early bird registration for the #ARMA2026 conference is now open!
Delegates are encouraged to register early to benefit from discounted rates. Head to our website to learn more 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/early-bird-registration-opens-for-arma-2026-conference/
Delegates are encouraged to register early to benefit from discounted rates. Head to our website to learn more 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/early-bird-registration-opens-for-arma-2026-conference/
In-Person Training ➡️ 'Developing a Research Strategy'
This workshop offers a step-by-step guide to strategy development, practical insights into best practice and the chance to connect with peers
📅 Wed 3 December (York)
Book today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/developing-a-research-strategy-york-2/
This workshop offers a step-by-step guide to strategy development, practical insights into best practice and the chance to connect with peers
📅 Wed 3 December (York)
Book today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/developing-a-research-strategy-york-2/
Developing a Research Strategy – York – ARMA
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November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
In-Person Training ➡️ 'Developing a Research Strategy'
This workshop offers a step-by-step guide to strategy development, practical insights into best practice and the chance to connect with peers
📅 Wed 3 December (York)
Book today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/developing-a-research-strategy-york-2/
This workshop offers a step-by-step guide to strategy development, practical insights into best practice and the chance to connect with peers
📅 Wed 3 December (York)
Book today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/developing-a-research-strategy-york-2/
Are you involved in Post-Award management? Join the ARMA Post-Award SIG monthly drop-ins - a space dedicated to discussing the real-world challenges and successes of Post-Award colleagues
📅 Next session: Wed 19 November
Bookings 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-post-award-sig-drop-in-session-4/
📅 Next session: Wed 19 November
Bookings 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-post-award-sig-drop-in-session-4/
ARMA Post Award SIG Drop-In Session – ARMA
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November 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Are you involved in Post-Award management? Join the ARMA Post-Award SIG monthly drop-ins - a space dedicated to discussing the real-world challenges and successes of Post-Award colleagues
📅 Next session: Wed 19 November
Bookings 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-post-award-sig-drop-in-session-4/
📅 Next session: Wed 19 November
Bookings 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-post-award-sig-drop-in-session-4/
🏆 Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 #ARMAAwards
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate those making a difference! Head to our website for full information on all six categories and to find out how to nominate: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate those making a difference! Head to our website for full information on all six categories and to find out how to nominate: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
November 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🏆 Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 #ARMAAwards
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate those making a difference! Head to our website for full information on all six categories and to find out how to nominate: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
Don’t miss your chance to celebrate those making a difference! Head to our website for full information on all six categories and to find out how to nominate: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
Have you booked your space on the ARMA Research & Innovation Culture SIG drop-in? Join us online for an open discussion, providing opportunity to seek input on any problem or query you may have
📅 25 November
Book👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-and-innovation-culture-sig-drop-in-session/
📅 25 November
Book👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-and-innovation-culture-sig-drop-in-session/
ARMA Research and Innovation Culture SIG Drop-In Session – ARMA
arma.ac.uk
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Have you booked your space on the ARMA Research & Innovation Culture SIG drop-in? Join us online for an open discussion, providing opportunity to seek input on any problem or query you may have
📅 25 November
Book👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-and-innovation-culture-sig-drop-in-session/
📅 25 November
Book👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-and-innovation-culture-sig-drop-in-session/
The next ARMA Research Impact SIG session is on 13 November, and will focus on how institutions are maintaining momentum in preparing for the Impact & Engagement element of the REF
Register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-impact-sig-drop-in-session-maintaining-momentum-during-the-pause/
Register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-impact-sig-drop-in-session-maintaining-momentum-during-the-pause/
ARMA Research Impact SIG Drop In Session: Maintaining momentum during the ‘Pause’ – ARMA
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November 7, 2025 at 4:13 PM
The next ARMA Research Impact SIG session is on 13 November, and will focus on how institutions are maintaining momentum in preparing for the Impact & Engagement element of the REF
Register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-impact-sig-drop-in-session-maintaining-momentum-during-the-pause/
Register: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-impact-sig-drop-in-session-maintaining-momentum-during-the-pause/
📢 We're delighted to announce that bursary applications for #ARMA2026 are now open!
These initiatives are part of our commitment to making ARMA 2026 as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Learn more👇
https://arma.ac.uk/bursary-applications-for-arma-2026-are-now-open/
These initiatives are part of our commitment to making ARMA 2026 as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Learn more👇
https://arma.ac.uk/bursary-applications-for-arma-2026-are-now-open/
November 7, 2025 at 9:30 AM
📢 We're delighted to announce that bursary applications for #ARMA2026 are now open!
These initiatives are part of our commitment to making ARMA 2026 as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Learn more👇
https://arma.ac.uk/bursary-applications-for-arma-2026-are-now-open/
These initiatives are part of our commitment to making ARMA 2026 as inclusive and accessible as possible.
Learn more👇
https://arma.ac.uk/bursary-applications-for-arma-2026-are-now-open/
The first session of the Research Information & Systems SIG is on 12 November! We’ll be introducing our champions, the group’s aspirations & most importantly, giving our community space to share ideas
Don't miss out 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-information-systems-sig-drop-in-session/
Don't miss out 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-information-systems-sig-drop-in-session/
ARMA Research Information & Systems SIG Drop In Session – ARMA
arma.ac.uk
November 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The first session of the Research Information & Systems SIG is on 12 November! We’ll be introducing our champions, the group’s aspirations & most importantly, giving our community space to share ideas
Don't miss out 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-information-systems-sig-drop-in-session/
Don't miss out 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-information-systems-sig-drop-in-session/
Thinking about making a nomination for the #ARMAAwards & unsure where to start? Join our free information session to discover everything you need to know 🏆
📅 18 November (online)
Secure your space today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
📅 18 November (online)
Secure your space today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
November 5, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Thinking about making a nomination for the #ARMAAwards & unsure where to start? Join our free information session to discover everything you need to know 🏆
📅 18 November (online)
Secure your space today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
📅 18 November (online)
Secure your space today: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-awards-information-session/
Did you catch our ARMA Insights article ‘The value of embedded researcher development in an ever-changing landscape’ by Victoria Louise Smith?
Read in full on our website (login required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/the-value-of-embedded-researcher-development-in-an-ever-changing-landscape/
Read in full on our website (login required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/the-value-of-embedded-researcher-development-in-an-ever-changing-landscape/
The value of embedded researcher development in an ever-changing landscape – ARMA
arma.ac.uk
November 4, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Did you catch our ARMA Insights article ‘The value of embedded researcher development in an ever-changing landscape’ by Victoria Louise Smith?
Read in full on our website (login required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/the-value-of-embedded-researcher-development-in-an-ever-changing-landscape/
Read in full on our website (login required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/the-value-of-embedded-researcher-development-in-an-ever-changing-landscape/
Bookings are open for our upcoming virtual study tour with Nuffield Foundation!
📅 12 November, 12:30pm
📍 Online
👉 Open to all ARMA members
Don't miss the opportunity to learn, connect & ask questions - secure your space today!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/nuffield-foundation-virtual-study-tour-4/
📅 12 November, 12:30pm
📍 Online
👉 Open to all ARMA members
Don't miss the opportunity to learn, connect & ask questions - secure your space today!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/nuffield-foundation-virtual-study-tour-4/
Nuffield Foundation Virtual Study Tour – ARMA
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November 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Bookings are open for our upcoming virtual study tour with Nuffield Foundation!
📅 12 November, 12:30pm
📍 Online
👉 Open to all ARMA members
Don't miss the opportunity to learn, connect & ask questions - secure your space today!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/nuffield-foundation-virtual-study-tour-4/
📅 12 November, 12:30pm
📍 Online
👉 Open to all ARMA members
Don't miss the opportunity to learn, connect & ask questions - secure your space today!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/nuffield-foundation-virtual-study-tour-4/
🆕Blog: Inaugural RM Framework Outreach Event
Our Head of Programmes, James Dunphy, represented ARMA at the first outreach event for the #RMFramework
Click to read about James' experience 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/blog-inaugural-rm-framework-outreach-event/
Our Head of Programmes, James Dunphy, represented ARMA at the first outreach event for the #RMFramework
Click to read about James' experience 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/blog-inaugural-rm-framework-outreach-event/
November 3, 2025 at 1:56 PM
🆕Blog: Inaugural RM Framework Outreach Event
Our Head of Programmes, James Dunphy, represented ARMA at the first outreach event for the #RMFramework
Click to read about James' experience 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/blog-inaugural-rm-framework-outreach-event/
Our Head of Programmes, James Dunphy, represented ARMA at the first outreach event for the #RMFramework
Click to read about James' experience 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/blog-inaugural-rm-framework-outreach-event/
⏰ There are only 4 weeks remaining to submit your abstract for #ARMA2026
Whether you’re keen to present on one of our conference themes or another hot topic in research management, now’s the time to put your ideas forward!
Learn more: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
Whether you’re keen to present on one of our conference themes or another hot topic in research management, now’s the time to put your ideas forward!
Learn more: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
October 31, 2025 at 9:15 AM
⏰ There are only 4 weeks remaining to submit your abstract for #ARMA2026
Whether you’re keen to present on one of our conference themes or another hot topic in research management, now’s the time to put your ideas forward!
Learn more: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
Whether you’re keen to present on one of our conference themes or another hot topic in research management, now’s the time to put your ideas forward!
Learn more: https://www.armaconference.com/call-for-abstracts-2026
🆕 ARMA REF Forum: This full day event aims to provide a chance for the REF community to network, share good practice & discuss approaches to REF 2029
📅 12 March 2026
📍 Manchester
🤝 Members & non-members welcome
Head to our website to learn more: https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
📅 12 March 2026
📍 Manchester
🤝 Members & non-members welcome
Head to our website to learn more: https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
ARMA REF Forum – ARMA
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October 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
🆕 ARMA REF Forum: This full day event aims to provide a chance for the REF community to network, share good practice & discuss approaches to REF 2029
📅 12 March 2026
📍 Manchester
🤝 Members & non-members welcome
Head to our website to learn more: https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
📅 12 March 2026
📍 Manchester
🤝 Members & non-members welcome
Head to our website to learn more: https://arma.ac.uk/product/ref-forum/
✍️ Check out our latest ARMA Insights article where we turn the RMA Spotlight on Mary Muers, Research Culture Facilitator at the University of Oxford.
Click to read the full article (log-in required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/rma-spotlight-mary-muers/
Click to read the full article (log-in required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/rma-spotlight-mary-muers/
RMA Spotlight: Mary Muers – ARMA
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October 30, 2025 at 1:18 PM
✍️ Check out our latest ARMA Insights article where we turn the RMA Spotlight on Mary Muers, Research Culture Facilitator at the University of Oxford.
Click to read the full article (log-in required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/rma-spotlight-mary-muers/
Click to read the full article (log-in required): https://arma.ac.uk/articles/rma-spotlight-mary-muers/
Our next Arts & Humanities SIG Drop-In takes place on 14 November! We want to hear from you & shape the session theme around your needs >> book your space today & start populating the Padlet with your thoughts!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-arts-and-humanities-sig-drop-in-session/
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-arts-and-humanities-sig-drop-in-session/
ARMA Arts and Humanities SIG Drop In Session – ARMA
arma.ac.uk
October 29, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Our next Arts & Humanities SIG Drop-In takes place on 14 November! We want to hear from you & shape the session theme around your needs >> book your space today & start populating the Padlet with your thoughts!
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-arts-and-humanities-sig-drop-in-session/
🔗 https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-arts-and-humanities-sig-drop-in-session/
The #ARMAAwards are back for 2026, and nominations are officially OPEN 🏆
Whether it’s a colleague, a team, or even yourself, we want to hear about those who inspire & lead the way 🌟
Head to our website for full information on our categories & nomination process: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
Whether it’s a colleague, a team, or even yourself, we want to hear about those who inspire & lead the way 🌟
Head to our website for full information on our categories & nomination process: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
October 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The #ARMAAwards are back for 2026, and nominations are officially OPEN 🏆
Whether it’s a colleague, a team, or even yourself, we want to hear about those who inspire & lead the way 🌟
Head to our website for full information on our categories & nomination process: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
Whether it’s a colleague, a team, or even yourself, we want to hear about those who inspire & lead the way 🌟
Head to our website for full information on our categories & nomination process: https://arma.ac.uk/arma-awards/
🆕Training: The Research Excellence Framework (REF): what is it all about?
Gain an understanding of REF & insights on policy changes for #REF2029
📅 25 February, 10am (online workshop)
Learn more & book your space 👇
arma.ac.uk/product/the-...
Gain an understanding of REF & insights on policy changes for #REF2029
📅 25 February, 10am (online workshop)
Learn more & book your space 👇
arma.ac.uk/product/the-...
October 29, 2025 at 9:48 AM
🆕Training: The Research Excellence Framework (REF): what is it all about?
Gain an understanding of REF & insights on policy changes for #REF2029
📅 25 February, 10am (online workshop)
Learn more & book your space 👇
arma.ac.uk/product/the-...
Gain an understanding of REF & insights on policy changes for #REF2029
📅 25 February, 10am (online workshop)
Learn more & book your space 👇
arma.ac.uk/product/the-...
The ARMA Audit & Compliance SIG drop-in session is happening next week, providing an opportunity to discuss any pressing grant audit matters you might have
📅 5 November (Online)
Book here 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-audit-and-compliance-sig-drop-in-session-aka-research-grant-audit-surgery-9/
📅 5 November (Online)
Book here 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-audit-and-compliance-sig-drop-in-session-aka-research-grant-audit-surgery-9/
ARMA Audit and Compliance SIG Drop-In Session (AKA Research Grant Audit Surgery) – ARMA
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October 28, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The ARMA Audit & Compliance SIG drop-in session is happening next week, providing an opportunity to discuss any pressing grant audit matters you might have
📅 5 November (Online)
Book here 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-audit-and-compliance-sig-drop-in-session-aka-research-grant-audit-surgery-9/
📅 5 November (Online)
Book here 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-audit-and-compliance-sig-drop-in-session-aka-research-grant-audit-surgery-9/
The next Research Development SIG drop-in session will be an open forum, providing an opportunity to discuss issues of common interest in an informal setting
📅 11 November (online)
Learn more & book your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-development-sig-drop-in-session-open-forum-4/
📅 11 November (online)
Learn more & book your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-development-sig-drop-in-session-open-forum-4/
ARMA Research Development SIG Drop-In Session: Open Forum – ARMA
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October 27, 2025 at 2:03 PM
The next Research Development SIG drop-in session will be an open forum, providing an opportunity to discuss issues of common interest in an informal setting
📅 11 November (online)
Learn more & book your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-development-sig-drop-in-session-open-forum-4/
📅 11 November (online)
Learn more & book your space: https://arma.ac.uk/product/arma-research-development-sig-drop-in-session-open-forum-4/
Don't miss out! Our 'Research Management - Building Relationships, Increasing our Influence' workshop takes place next week ⏰
📅 4 November
📍 Online
Click the booking link to find out more & secure your space: arma.ac.uk/product/rese...
📅 4 November
📍 Online
Click the booking link to find out more & secure your space: arma.ac.uk/product/rese...
October 27, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Don't miss out! Our 'Research Management - Building Relationships, Increasing our Influence' workshop takes place next week ⏰
📅 4 November
📍 Online
Click the booking link to find out more & secure your space: arma.ac.uk/product/rese...
📅 4 November
📍 Online
Click the booking link to find out more & secure your space: arma.ac.uk/product/rese...
🆕Training: Facilitation for Successful Collaboration - Online Programme - Launching 14 Jan
Gain practical tools to design & facilitate sessions that build trust & enable effective discussions. Full details 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Gain practical tools to design & facilitate sessions that build trust & enable effective discussions. Full details 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Facilitation for Successful Collaboration – Online Programme – ARMA
arma.ac.uk
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
🆕Training: Facilitation for Successful Collaboration - Online Programme - Launching 14 Jan
Gain practical tools to design & facilitate sessions that build trust & enable effective discussions. Full details 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/
Gain practical tools to design & facilitate sessions that build trust & enable effective discussions. Full details 👇
https://arma.ac.uk/product/facilitation-for-successful-collaboration-online-programme-5/