Research
Research services
Beyond its own research programme, the association works directly with individuals, institutions and organisations across the research lifecycle, from formulating the question through to publishing the result.
Advisory Services
Professional consulting to help individuals, institutions and businesses make informed decisions, navigate complex situations and reach their goals.
Research Design
A plan that guides the entire research process, so a study is conducted systematically and produces evidence sufficient to draw conclusions.
Problem and Hypothesis Formulation
Defining the issue to be investigated and developing a testable prediction, which is the key to successful research.
Research Project Management
End-to-end administration of grants, clinical trials and socio-economic studies, across the entire research lifecycle.
Statistical Consulting & Analysis
Study design, data collection and advanced analytics, so conclusions drawn from data are methodologically sound.
Surveys & Questionnaires
End-to-end data collection: survey design, sample targeting, questionnaire deployment and statistical reporting.
Research Data Management
Defining what data a project needs, and how it should be stored, processed and accessed, in line with funder and institutional requirements.
Field Service Management
Work performed at the client's own location rather than at the association's premises, including fielding surveys and building respondent panels.
Dissemination of Knowledge
Making research outcomes, scientific data and project findings accessible and actionable for the people who can use them.
Fostering Research and Scholarship
Creating an environment that encourages academic inquiry, through resources, opportunities and mentorship.
Networking and Collaboration
Connecting members with peers, which leads to collaborative research, mentorship and career advancement.
Advocacy and Representation
Acting as a collective voice for members on funding, policy change and public awareness.
Discuss a research project
Write to the association to discuss which of these services fits your project, and how the work would be scoped.
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