The excessive demands on research offices threaten quality and impact

Impersonating the Messiah is apparently a necessity for funding success – but it’s hell, says Piers Kelly

25 February

‘Unsung heroes’ of UK research are too often denied seat at the table, says major review of technical staff and skills

1 February

Research England to use REF pause to consider whether institutions must meet baseline performance measures as a condition of receiving funds

5 September

Close reading of ERC Starting Grant proposals finds secrets to success and raises concerns about smoke and mirrors from narrative CVs

24 March

Research support staff are crying out for a more supportive funding and regulatory environment, says Ross McLennan