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What’s next for persistent identifiers in research?
Persistent identifiers are now an established part of the research landscape, but realising their full value will depend on how effectively they are integrated across the research ecosystem.
byVerena WeigertThe power of collaboration in a global digital community
Global collaboration is helping universities navigate AI, digital equity and transformation while building more inclusive and accessible learning experiences.
bySarah KnightBuilding secure, resilient and future-ready networks
Explore key thoughts and takeaways from Networkshop 2026.
byNeil ShewryTurning digital leadership into student impact
How do organisations move from frameworks and plans at leadership level to real impact in classrooms, services and student experience?
byDan HughesFrom insight to action: what we’re learning from the pre-arrival questionnaire pilot
With the first pilot complete, analysis is moving beyond initial findings to explore how institutions are using early student insight to shape support, transition and learning.
byKathryn HeywoodCollaboration, capacity and how AI is in every conversation
Our Welsh engagement forum brought together education leaders to discuss key themes including collaboration, financial pressures, and the role of AI in education.
byRhys DanielsWhen is a SOC not a SOC – and how can you tell?
Security operations centres (SOCs) are a vital weapon for education, research and the public sector against the potentially devastating impact of cyber breaches, but a service marketed as a SOC may not be what it seems.
byPaul KneeAct now: building digital capability to support success ahead of TEF 2027
Start now to strengthen the teaching, learning and employability outcomes that will matter most for future TEF assessments, beginning with your next student intake.
byDr Becki VickerstaffInternational approaches to digital sovereignty
Digital sovereignty is a fast-growing concern for education and research – and an emerging topic at TNC26 last week where the international National Research and Education Network (NREN) community has been exchanging perspectives and approaches.
byDavid PattersonResearch infrastructure: why confidence, not technology is the real challenge
UK universities face growing uncertainty in research infrastructure planning, where confidence in decision-making matters as much as the technology choices themselves.
bySara Moverley