National ECR Forum for Security and Resilience Research 2026

Co-organised by SALIENT, SPRITE+, and NSEC, this 3-day in-person event will bring together Early Career Researchers (ECRs) working in the fields of Security and Resilience with a particular focus on those engaging with, or aspiring to engage with, Government and Industry.

The event responds to shared project objectives across SALIENT, SPRITE+, and NSEC and addresses a recognised need to strengthen pathways between academia, Government and Industry, providing a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and career development.

Objectives

• Provide networking opportunities for ECRs working in Security and Resilience.

• Support ECRs in navigating career and collaboration pathways into Government and Industry.

• Facilitate ECR career development through showcasing and knowledge exchange opportunities.

Event delivery and format

Taking place across three days in Central Manchester, the National ECR Forum will include:

• Keynote speeches

• Roundtable discussions

• Interactive networking sessions

• Lightning talks / poster session

  
  

Session topics

• Bridging the gap between Academia-Government-Industry.

• Emerging threats and challenges in Security and Resilience.

• Pathways to Policy impact – turning research into real-world solutions.

• Connecting disciplines in Security and Resilience research.

Eligibility

We welcome applications from Early Career Researchers who have graduated within the past 8 years from a PhD, not including any career breaks.

Expenses

Travel, accommodation and subsistence (conference lunches and 1 x networking dinner) will be fully funded.

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Application deadline: Tues 15 September (midnight)