Please note, this course is not provided or endorsed by the UKTMN, but has been deemed relevant to trial management, and may be of interest to our members.
UKNSR Autumn Community Workshop 2026
Thursday 5 November, Leeds Beckett University
The Knowledge Exchange, Leeds Beckett UniversityLeeds, England
Thursday 5 November • 10 AM - 3:30 PM
Universities and research organisations are increasingly expected to respond to a growing range of requirements and expectations, including the Concordat for Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation Practice, funder requirements, certification schemes, institutional net zero commitments and evolving governance expectations.
The UKNSR Autumn Community Workshop will bring together colleagues from across the sector to discuss how institutions are responding to these challenges and opportunities.
The Autumn Community Workshop is designed as an interactive, discussion-led workshop. The emphasis is on peer learning, knowledge exchange and collaborative problem-solving, providing attendees with the opportunity to share experiences, discuss challenges and explore practical solutions with colleagues from across the sector.
The day will include:
- A Leeds Beckett University sustainability and sustainable research showcase
Updates from UKNSR and UKRI (SPARK Hub) - A facilitated discussion on institutional responses to emerging sustainability requirements
- Facilitated roundtable discussions exploring the key barriers, challenges and opportunities identified by attendees through the pre-event questionnaire.
- Opportunities to share challenges, barriers and examples of good practice
Networking with colleagues from across the UK sustainable research community
Attendees are also invited to join an informal networking social in Leeds city centre on the evening of Wednesday 4th November 2026. Further details will be shared with registered attendees closer to the event.
