Building your network masterclass
Research into practice masterclass: building your network. Join us on Wednesday 19 August 2026.
Community
Welcome to the SDR UK Community Network
We bring together people who are passionate about advancing smart data research for public good. Whether you’re an early career researcher or an established expert in academia, public sector, or industry, we’d love you to get involved.
While you’re here…join our LinkedIn group
- Connect with peers across sectors
- Hear about upcoming events and opportunities
- Share insights and collaborate
Throughout the year, Smart Data Research UK and its six data services host online and in-person events for our community – we look forward to seeing you!
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Research into practice masterclass
Research into practice masterclass: Helping your research find its way into the world. Join us on Wednesday 17 June 2026.
Linking survey data with smart data
An overview of the UK Data Service and Financial Data Service and the kind of data they curate, Tuesday 23 June 2026.
Take part in the PEDRI Forum 2026
A national event about building a culture of public involvement in data, Tuesday 22 September 2026.
Introducing the SDR UK data catalogue
Introducing the Smart Data Research UK data catalogue – webinar and Q&A, Wednesday 10 June 2026.
Sandpit for AI-supported social science
Register your interest for a two-day in-person residential sandpit on 23 to 24 June 2026 in Manchester.
Watch again
Highlights from Digital Footprints 2026
The Digital Footprints Conference is an innovative forum dedicated to communicating the vast potential of novel digital data for public good. In May 2026, Smart Data Research UK led Day One of the event at the University of York, showcasing how smart data is driving innovation across health and wellbeing, digital society, sustainability, productivity and prosperity. Meet some of the participants in the Digital Footprints Conference 2026.
Social Platforms Data Access Taskforce – Final Report Launch Webinar
The Social Platforms Data Access Taskforce leadership present their key findings and discuss recommendations for improving access to social media data for research.
Knowledge Basecamp Episode 2 – Professor Michelle Morris – Building your network
Masterclass for early career researchers on demystifying networking in academia and beyond.
Connect with the wider data community
Looking to expand your network? Smart Data Research UK sits within a vibrant ecosystem of UKRI data programmes, from longitudinal research to health data to trusted research environments.
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