SRAI invites knowledgeable and engaged subject matter experts from around the world to submit proposals to speak at the Global Research Management Summit. We welcome innovative perspectives, practical insights, and fresh ideas that reflect the diversity and dynamism of research management globally.

Presenting at the Summit offers a valuable opportunity to share your experiences, highlight emerging practices, and engage with fellow research administrators and managers from across the globe.

How to submit a speaking proposal

• Click on "Submit a Speaking Proposal" at the top of this page and complete the online form.
• Note: Once submitted, proposals cannot be edited via the portal. To make change before the deadline of Thursday, September 4 please email SRAI at sraeducation@srainternational.org.

Proposal Limits

You may submit multiple proposals, but individual speakers may not lead more than one workshop and two concurrent sessions.

Review Timeline

Proposals will be reviewed in October, with notifications sent out in November.

Certificate Offering

We are excited to offer the Global Research Management Certificate in full at the Summit. More details coming soon.

Presentation Formats

• 60-minute concurrent sessions and panels

• Half-day and full-day workshops

Program Tracks

This years content will be organized around six core tracks

• Sponsors & Funding Agencies

• Research Management and Administration (RMA) Futurescapes

• Professional Development

• Regulatory Landscapes 

• International Cooperation

• Output-Driven Research (TTI, Impact, Community Engagement)