Trusted Research and Secure Innovation Summit 2026

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Highlights

The summit focuses on protecting innovation and safeguarding intellectual property in a challenging global climate. It brings together academia, government, and industry to strengthen collaboration. The event addresses the growing complexity of securing research in a competitive global environment. Delegates will gain insights into current risks and national expectations. The role of technology in supporting safe and confident collaboration will be explored. The morning plenary sets out the national landscape, including current threats and coordinated efforts of key organizations. Afternoon sessions include tracks on culture, practice, integration, and a secure technology showcase. A private area will be available for direct engagement with policy leads. The summit is for university leaders, research managers, cyber and digital specialists, principal investigators, funders, government bodies, and technology suppliers. The event will help delegates understand what Trusted Research means in practice and how culture, technology, and proportionate controls can support both security and openness.