Formation Consultancy

Research security has become a central feature of global research governance. Yet, as these agendas develop, they can clash with other foundational principles of research. Equitable partnerships is one point of tension that’s received less focus. As a result, well-intentioned security measures can inadvertently undermine the very values that make research collaborative, inclusive, and impactful. The rise of research security: A growing field

Efforts to strengthen equity, representation, and inclusion across the third sector often focus on recruitment, culture, and governance processes. Yet one area remains curiously resistant to change: trustee remuneration. Concerns about affordability, regulatory barriers, or reputational risk continue to overshadow more constructive discussion. But many of these concerns are rooted in myths rather than reality. Below, we unpack the three most persistent myths

In an era of heightened geopolitical tension, research security has shot to the top of policy agendas worldwide. Governments and institutions are implementing new measures intended to safeguard sensitive science against threats like espionage, theft, and undue foreign influence. The Flagship EU Conference on Research Security, held recently in Brussels, underscored the urgency: for the first time, the European Union announced plans to anchor research security in EU law via a forthcoming...