UoM Research IT
@uomresearchit.bsky.social
Research IT provide specialised research services and expertise for the research community at the University of Manchester. This includes research compute platforms, research software engineering and much more.
https://research-it.manchester.ac.uk/
https://research-it.manchester.ac.uk/
Could your research group benefit from our Platform experts? Just like our Research Software Engineers, they are available for hire so when you are writing your next research grant application, get in touch and see how they can help.
Systems Management Overhaul for High Energy Physics: Research IT’s Role
Many researchers are aware they can include Research Software Engineering support in their grant applications — but perhaps fewer realise that our Research Platforms team can also be included to…
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November 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Could your research group benefit from our Platform experts? Just like our Research Software Engineers, they are available for hire so when you are writing your next research grant application, get in touch and see how they can help.
If you are a #LinkedIn user you can now follow Research IT!
We will be posting about our services and activities, items of interest from related organisations, training opportunities and our team members activities in internal and external projects amongst many other things!
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We will be posting about our services and activities, items of interest from related organisations, training opportunities and our team members activities in internal and external projects amongst many other things!
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November 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
If you are a #LinkedIn user you can now follow Research IT!
We will be posting about our services and activities, items of interest from related organisations, training opportunities and our team members activities in internal and external projects amongst many other things!
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We will be posting about our services and activities, items of interest from related organisations, training opportunities and our team members activities in internal and external projects amongst many other things!
buff.ly/mVk1xh2
Heard of Git? Want to know more? Want to get access to GitHub Copilot Pro or GitHub Enterprise?
Have a read of our handy guide and then get in touch if you have any questions about accessing or using any of the tools - we're here to help!
Have a read of our handy guide and then get in touch if you have any questions about accessing or using any of the tools - we're here to help!
Getting Started with Git, GitHub & GitHub Copilot at the University of Manchester?
This guide introduces key tools in the software development lifecycle - Git, GitHub, and GitHub Copilot – and explains how University of Manchester staff and students can access them for free through…
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November 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Heard of Git? Want to know more? Want to get access to GitHub Copilot Pro or GitHub Enterprise?
Have a read of our handy guide and then get in touch if you have any questions about accessing or using any of the tools - we're here to help!
Have a read of our handy guide and then get in touch if you have any questions about accessing or using any of the tools - we're here to help!
Our Research Software Engineers teamed up with the University’s Department of Computer Science and mindcubes to prototype a cutting-edge semantic search system. This project links images to structured knowledge, creating a scalable AI pipeline for smarter, concept-aware retrieval.
Semantic Search in Action: Building a Multi-Modal Cognitive Engine
Two of our Research Software Engineers, in conjunction with the Department of Computer Science at the University, partnered with mindcubes to prototype a multi-modal semantic search system that links…
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November 27, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Our Research Software Engineers teamed up with the University’s Department of Computer Science and mindcubes to prototype a cutting-edge semantic search system. This project links images to structured knowledge, creating a scalable AI pipeline for smarter, concept-aware retrieval.
Our collection of special interest & user groups in the Computation and Data in Research (CaDiR) space continues to grow. One of our newest groups is the C++ user group, a place for researchers to swap tips, experiences and the latest news about C++. Everyone is encouraged to post!
Driving the C++ User Group
Meet Russell Garwood, Senior Lecturer in the Dept. of Earth and Environmental Sciences and one of the academic leads of the University C++ User Group. Discover how he got involved with the group and…
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November 27, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Our collection of special interest & user groups in the Computation and Data in Research (CaDiR) space continues to grow. One of our newest groups is the C++ user group, a place for researchers to swap tips, experiences and the latest news about C++. Everyone is encouraged to post!
Would you like to improve your coding skills in a fun way? Join the #adventofcode this December!
Join researchers from across the University in solving a series of daily puzzles in whatever programming language you're most comfortable using.
Details of how to join are on CaDiR
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Join researchers from across the University in solving a series of daily puzzles in whatever programming language you're most comfortable using.
Details of how to join are on CaDiR
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November 26, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Would you like to improve your coding skills in a fun way? Join the #adventofcode this December!
Join researchers from across the University in solving a series of daily puzzles in whatever programming language you're most comfortable using.
Details of how to join are on CaDiR
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Join researchers from across the University in solving a series of daily puzzles in whatever programming language you're most comfortable using.
Details of how to join are on CaDiR
buff.ly/jfFvy7D
If you are interested in using our high performance compute resources or those of @n8cir.bsky.social as Eghbal did, please get in touch for a chat or visit our service pages to find out more - research-it.manchester.ac.uk/services/
November 26, 2025 at 2:36 PM
If you are interested in using our high performance compute resources or those of @n8cir.bsky.social as Eghbal did, please get in touch for a chat or visit our service pages to find out more - research-it.manchester.ac.uk/services/
The University Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) is looking for UoM researchers and PGRs thoughts on research software, platforms and tools.
Complete their survey by the 23rd December!
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Complete their survey by the 23rd December!
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November 26, 2025 at 1:49 PM
The University Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) is looking for UoM researchers and PGRs thoughts on research software, platforms and tools.
Complete their survey by the 23rd December!
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Complete their survey by the 23rd December!
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Want to get started with #GitHub but are a bit lost? Want to make the most of GitHub #Copilot but not sure how? We can help!
Have a read of this great guide and if you have any further questions get in touch with our Research Software Engineering team.
Have a read of this great guide and if you have any further questions get in touch with our Research Software Engineering team.
Getting Started with Git, GitHub & GitHub Copilot at the University of Manchester?
This guide introduces key tools in the software development lifecycle - Git, GitHub, and GitHub Copilot – and explains how University of Manchester staff and students can access them for free through…
buff.ly
November 26, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Join us at 10 am today for our UK Data Service essentials: Introduction, and finding and accessing data workshop.
To watch the livestream, please follow the link:
To watch the livestream, please follow the link:
UK Data Service essentials: Introduction, and finding and accessing data
A practical overview of the UK Data Service (UKDS) including guidance on searching and accessing data.This interactive session is ideal for anyone interested...
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November 26, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Join us at 10 am today for our UK Data Service essentials: Introduction, and finding and accessing data workshop.
To watch the livestream, please follow the link:
To watch the livestream, please follow the link:
Now that the new PGRs are becoming more embedded in their research groups, this seems like a good time to remind people about our Apps team. They are here to help with downloading and installing research software as well as offering advice on getting it do what you need!
Research Applications – getting started
Just arrived at the University as a new research student? Need some assistance with research software? Our Application Support team is here to help.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Now that the new PGRs are becoming more embedded in their research groups, this seems like a good time to remind people about our Apps team. They are here to help with downloading and installing research software as well as offering advice on getting it do what you need!
We're on Linkedin! We're involved in a large number of external and internal collaborations and LinkedIn provides an ideal way of sharing our involvement and activities. It's also a great way for us to keep up to date with what's going on in the UoM research community.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:21 AM
We're on Linkedin! We're involved in a large number of external and internal collaborations and LinkedIn provides an ideal way of sharing our involvement and activities. It's also a great way for us to keep up to date with what's going on in the UoM research community.
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We have another great case study from our Research Software Engineers collaborating with the Turing Innovation Catalyst which pairs #Manchester start-up companies with RSEs to make the most of #AI.
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Semantic Search in Action: Building a Multi-Modal Cognitive Engine
Two of our Research Software Engineers, in conjunction with the Department of Computer Science at the University, partnered with mindcubes to prototype a multi-modal semantic search system that links…
research-it.manchester.ac.uk
November 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
We have another great case study from our Research Software Engineers collaborating with the Turing Innovation Catalyst which pairs #Manchester start-up companies with RSEs to make the most of #AI.
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Want to share your thoughts on research software, tools, and platforms? Head to the Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) survey which aims to ensure that researchers’ needs stay central to Research IT services and the Research Lifecycle Programme
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November 24, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Want to share your thoughts on research software, tools, and platforms? Head to the Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) survey which aims to ensure that researchers’ needs stay central to Research IT services and the Research Lifecycle Programme
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If you work in the digital research infrastructure field, there are several funding opportunities available to you - fellowship and funding for a placement or visit. Visit the CAKE website for more details!
CAKE funding opportunities
The CAKE Network+ facilitates knowledge exchange and sustainable collaboration across the UK Digital Research Infrastructure (DRI) communities.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:09 PM
If you work in the digital research infrastructure field, there are several funding opportunities available to you - fellowship and funding for a placement or visit. Visit the CAKE website for more details!
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💡 The UK government announced its AI for Science Strategy, setting out actions to ensure the UK is ready for the AI for science revolution. Building on that, the SSI is launching the Responsible AI in RSE study group. Find out more at
www.software.ac.uk/news/uk-gove...
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November 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM
💡 The UK government announced its AI for Science Strategy, setting out actions to ensure the UK is ready for the AI for science revolution. Building on that, the SSI is launching the Responsible AI in RSE study group. Find out more at
www.software.ac.uk/news/uk-gove...
www.software.ac.uk/news/uk-gove...
Our Head of Research Software Engineering has put together a simple guide to #Git, #GitHub and GitHub #CoPilot for University researchers and PGRs.
If you have any questions about accessing or using any of these resources please get in touch!
If you have any questions about accessing or using any of these resources please get in touch!
Getting Started with Git, GitHub & GitHub Copilot at the University of Manchester?
This guide introduces key tools in the software development lifecycle - Git, GitHub, and GitHub Copilot – and explains how University of Manchester staff and students can access them for free through…
buff.ly
November 21, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Did you know that we're now on LinkedIn as well? If you prefer LinkedIn to Bluesy then head to our newly launched page where we will be posting about our activities, services, training opportunities and much more!
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The University of Manchester Research IT | LinkedIn
The University of Manchester Research IT | 97 followers on LinkedIn. We provide a wide range of research focused IT services to The University of Manchester research community. | Research IT provides…
linkedin.com
November 21, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Did you know that we're now on LinkedIn as well? If you prefer LinkedIn to Bluesy then head to our newly launched page where we will be posting about our activities, services, training opportunities and much more!
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Our Platforms team are also available for inclusion in research grant applications so if you need an expert to look after your projects compute platforms, get in touch for a chat!
Systems Management Overhaul for High Energy Physics: Research IT’s Role
Many researchers are aware they can include Research Software Engineering support in their grant applications — but perhaps fewer realise that our Research Platforms team can also be included to…
buff.ly
November 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Our Platforms team are also available for inclusion in research grant applications so if you need an expert to look after your projects compute platforms, get in touch for a chat!
Discover how our Research Software Engineers are working with a local start-up to make the most of #AI.
Semantic Search in Action: Building a Multi-Modal Cognitive Engine
Two of our Research Software Engineers, in conjunction with the Department of Computer Science at the University, partnered with mindcubes to prototype a multi-modal semantic search system that links…
buff.ly
November 20, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Discover how our Research Software Engineers are working with a local start-up to make the most of #AI.
We look after a range of special interest and user groups at the University all based around the common theme of computation and data.
One of our most recent groups is the #C++ user group. Find out more about their activites in this short interview with @russellgarwood.co.uk
One of our most recent groups is the #C++ user group. Find out more about their activites in this short interview with @russellgarwood.co.uk
Driving the C++ User Group
Meet Russell Garwood, Senior Lecturer in the Dept. of Earth and Environmental Sciences and one of the academic leads of the University C++ User Group. Discover how he got involved with the group and…
buff.ly
November 20, 2025 at 9:21 AM
We look after a range of special interest and user groups at the University all based around the common theme of computation and data.
One of our most recent groups is the #C++ user group. Find out more about their activites in this short interview with @russellgarwood.co.uk
One of our most recent groups is the #C++ user group. Find out more about their activites in this short interview with @russellgarwood.co.uk
Need to request Research Data Storage (RDS)? It’s a crucial step for managing your research data securely and efficiently! Here are some key factors to consider before submitting your request to Research IT.
Unlocking Research Data Storage: Tips and Guidance
Need to request Research Data Storage (RDS)? It’s a crucial step for managing your research data securely and efficiently! Here are some key factors to consider before submitting your request to…
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November 19, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Need to request Research Data Storage (RDS)? It’s a crucial step for managing your research data securely and efficiently! Here are some key factors to consider before submitting your request to Research IT.
The University Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) is conducting a survey on the software, tools, and platforms supporting research to ensure that researchers’ needs are being met by Research IT and the Research Lifecycle Programme. The deadline for completion is 23rd Dec.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:49 PM
The University Research Infrastructure Advisory Group (RIAG) is conducting a survey on the software, tools, and platforms supporting research to ensure that researchers’ needs are being met by Research IT and the Research Lifecycle Programme. The deadline for completion is 23rd Dec.
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Today! Have a burning question for our team of experts? Struggling with research data, research software, running your jobs on our HPC resources, want to include us in your latest grant proposal?
Whatever the question, come along and ask us 2-3pm!
Whatever the question, come along and ask us 2-3pm!
Drop-in Session - 19 November 2025
Use the event link to access the Microsoft Teams session. You can do so using a browser or via the optional downloadable Microsoft Teams client.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Today! Have a burning question for our team of experts? Struggling with research data, research software, running your jobs on our HPC resources, want to include us in your latest grant proposal?
Whatever the question, come along and ask us 2-3pm!
Whatever the question, come along and ask us 2-3pm!
From bespoke hardware provision to systems management and automation support, our Platforms team has enabled research across diverse areas. That includes collaborations with the National X-ray Computed Tomography Research Facility and the High Energy Physics group.
Systems Management Overhaul for High Energy Physics: Research IT’s Role
Many researchers are aware they can include Research Software Engineering support in their grant applications — but perhaps fewer realise that our Research Platforms team can also be included to…
buff.ly
November 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
From bespoke hardware provision to systems management and automation support, our Platforms team has enabled research across diverse areas. That includes collaborations with the National X-ray Computed Tomography Research Facility and the High Energy Physics group.