Are you researching innovation and R&D management? Do you want helpful input for your PhD?
Ahead of the R&D Management Conference there is a Doctoral Colloquium that offers the opportunity to interact and network with your peers and experienced researchers working in your field.
The Doctoral Colloquium is free of charge for all the selected applicants, thanks to the generous funding from RADMA. But you will need to register for the conference to continue your experience.
The Colloquium is designed as a springboard for a successful academic career and examines important issues such as publishing, reviewing, and collaborative research.
During the Colloquium you will:
- Gain insight into current research issues in innovation
- Get feedback on your PhD work from faculty and peers
- Meet leading research scholars in the innovation field
- Share strategies, challenges, and experiences with other participants
Apply now – deadline 2nd February
You need to complete the application form with a short statement about your motivation to participate, your achievements so far and an overview of your thesis – title, research questions etc.
If selected to attend the Doctoral Colloquium, you will be required to submit a manuscript of up to 5,000 of your dissertation project that will serve as the basis for roundtable discussions and feedback. The deadline for this will be 29th May 2026.
Manchester is great city – proud of its innovation, music, football and diversity
Manchester is a friendly and welcoming city with a strong sense of community.
Known as the birthplace of the industrial revolution, it has a strong tradition of science and technology – first to split the atom, create the programmable computer, discover graphene. It is also a city of culture, internationally recognised for its music and football.
Manchester is a lively place to socialise – the city centre and thriving Northern quarter are full of full of bars, places to eat and hear live music. The Smiths, Oasis, Joy Division, New Order, Elbow, Doves and The 1975 are all from Manchester.
You will have an enjoyable and memorable stay.
