Research Services

Research Services

The Cambridge Research Office is your central hub for research services. We can help you navigate every stage of the journey - from idea to impact.

Develop your ideas

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Find partners and collaborators

Working with other researchers and external partners can help you tackle complex challenges and create research with greater impact.

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Application support

Get help with your application, including funding to help you enhance and prepare your application.

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Plan for impact

Make sure that your project is creating an impact - right from the start.

UKRI Funding Review

UKRI has recently announced changes to budgets and priorities across its research councils.

Read about the UKRI priorities

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Find research funding

External funding opportunities Internal funding opportunities

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Prepare and submit an application

Eligibility and deadlines Application support Write your proposal Costing and pricing: guide for Principal Investigators Costing and pricing: guide for Departments Submit your application

Manage a project

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Accept and set up your award

What to do when you've been awarded funding.

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Manage project finances

How to manage your expenses, keep track of your budget and prepare financial reports.

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How to manage risks that might arise during your research project.

Stay connected

Our fortnightly Research Office Bulletin brings you essential news and updates on funding opportunities, system changes and upcoming events and training.

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17 Mar 2026

University report outlines pathways to boost translation in life sciences

6 Mar 2026

Research Office Bulletin 376

20 Feb 2026

Research Office Bulletin - Issue 375

9 Feb 2026

Research Office Bulletin - Issue 374

23 Jan 2026

Research Office Bulletin - Issue 373

9 Jan 2026

Research Office Bulletin - Issue 372