UoM Research IT
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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/
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
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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November 26, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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.
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 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:
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
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
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 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…
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November 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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
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
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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...
November 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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!
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 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…
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November 21, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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…
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November 20, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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…
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November 20, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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
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 20, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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
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
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!
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
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…
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November 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Remember that we have our drop-in help session tomorrow 2-3pm!
Join members of our team online for a 1-2-1 chat about any research IT related issues you're having. We can solve many of the issues there and then!
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November 18, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Great news! The slides and presentation recordings from our very successful 'Working with and Managing Sensitive Research Data' meeting are now available online. Find them here:
n8cir.org.uk/training-and...

or go straight to our YouTube playlist:
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Working with and Managing Sensitive Research Data
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November 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Tomorrow (19th) join the #GIS, Mapping and Earth Observation community online for GIS Day. This event will explore how #GeoAI is reshaping the way researchers use spatial data to understand our environment and make better decisions for a sustainable future. #AI
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November 18, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Looking to get started with #Github at UoM?
Have a look at this handy guide put together by our Head of RSE. It explains #Git, GitHub & GitHub Copilot and how to access them. Remember also that our team is here to help and to answer any questions!
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 17, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The University is seeking input from researchers & PGRs on the software, tools, & platforms that underpin research. A short survey has been launched closing 23rd Dec. The responses will help understand current practices, identify challenges, and shape future support and training.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:49 PM
The CAKE network has announced 2 funding opportunities - Knowledge Exchange Fellows & Placement / visit funding.
If you're a Digital Research Infrastructure person who wants to facilitate knowledge exchange (KE) and sustainable collaboration across the DRI communities, apply today!
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 17, 2025 at 9:21 AM