Basic delegate information

• Name
• Email address
• Role
• Organisation

 

Parallel session preferences

• You can find the full list of parallel sessions here
• You will be asked to select your preferences for three parallel sessions across both days of the conference.

 

Financial information

Payment can be made by card or invoice (bank transfer). Full supplier information can be found below.

To pay by card you will need the card details, including the CVV number on the back.

To pay by invoice, you will need to be given:

• The name of the organisation making payment
• Finance contact name
• Finance contact number
• Finance contact email
• Finance department address
• Finance post code
• Purchase order number or reference
• VAT Number (if you require it on your invoice)

 

Once you have submitted a purhcase order number on the registration system, the invoice cannot be changed.
If you do not have a purchase order number available, please can you select “invoice” instead.

For group bookings, please see the section below.

Plenary, and other external speakers will receive an email with information on how to register.

• This year, group bookings cannot be submitted using the registration form.
• Instead, please complete this electronic form to receive a Group Registration document.
• You will be sent a template, which you will need to complete and send to our event management company, who will register all delegates on your behalf.
• Each delegate will then receive a separate confirmation email

To view our full list of parallel sessions, including learning outcomes, please view our blog post here.

• Two-day ticket: €475 (£412)
• One day ticket: €275 (£238)
• Gala dinner: €105 (£91) +VAT*

*VAT applies to the gala dinner ticket only and is not included in the conference ticket prices.

The deadline for registration is the end of the day on 24 June 2026

After this date, conference tickets may still be available (excluding the gala dinner), but an additional charge will apply.

 

Post-deadline prices

• Two-day ticket €525 (£454)
• One-day ticket €325 (£281)
• Gala Dinner: not available after 24 June

• Payment Instructions
• Draft Invoice

Public contributors are welcome to attend the conference.

End of day, 24 June 2026

After this date, conference tickets may still be available (excluding gala dinner), but there will be an additional charge – see above for ticket prices.

Payment Policy

• Card payment can only be accepted by Visa or Mastercard.
• Should you require payment by invoice (bank transfer) please ensure that you forward your invoice to the relevant contact in your finance department. Payments are made payable ONLY to Conference Partners. Payment must be received by
• Conference Partners within 30 days of receipt of your invoice. If payment is NOT received within 30 days of receiving invoice, you may be subject to additional charges.

 

Registration Cancellation Policy:

• All cancellations are subject to a €25 administrative fee
• If cancelled before 11th May – 100% of the registration fee is refundable
• If cancelled from 12th May to 8th June – 50% of the registration fee is refundable.
• No refunds are payable from 9th June onwards
• Please note if you pre-register and do not attend the conference you will be charged your participation fee and will be required to settle any outstanding balances.

 

Changes, substitutions and cancellations of registration:

• Notification of changes or cancellation must be made in writing and sent to the UK & Ireland CRF 2026 Organising Team at [email protected]

 

Cancellation and refund policy:

• All applicable refunds will be made after the conference.
• Bank service charges and all administration fees will be deducted from all conference registration refunds.

 

Cancellation of the conference:

• In the unlikely case of cancellation of the event, the organisers shall not accept liability for any consequential loss and shall have no liability to reimburse any other costs that may have been incurred, including transport costs, accommodation etc.
• Delegates are encouraged to take out travel insurance when making travel and accommodation arrangements.

 

Photography, audio recording and video recording:

• Photography, audio recording and video recording will be taking place at the conference. Images and recordings may be used by the conference organisers and their partners for purposes including event reporting, news coverage and the promotion of future conferences and related activities. This may include publication on websites, social media channels, newsletters and other promotional materials.
• Attendees may appear in group photographs or recordings taken during the event. If you do not wish to appear in photographs or recordings, please inform a member of the event team or email [email protected] and we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.
• If you appear in a photograph or recording that is later published and would like it removed where possible, please contact us using [email protected].

• To register for the UK & Ireland CRF Conference 2026, please access the registration portal.
• You will need to create a new user account and save your details on our system.
• If you have registered a poster abstract, you can sign in with the same account details.

Your poster abstract should relate to one of the following categories:

1. Outstanding leadership and inspiring others
   Demonstrating leadership skills, mentoring, teamwork, and initiating impactful programmes or projects that enhance research infrastructure, training, development, recruitment, and community engagement in experimental research.
2. Collaborative research
   Initiatives led by your infrastructure and developed through collaborations with other facilities, research infrastructures, communities, industry, and bespoke partnerships to achieve research outcomes unattainable by a single centre alone.
3. Science, technology and data
   Key scientific research supported by your infrastructure, focusing on novel science, impactful applications, technology development for research methodology, advancements in data science, medical technology, and experimental medicine for high-priority diseases or conditions.
4. Breaking down the barriers
   Removing obstacles to high-quality experimental medicine, for example by accelerating study set-up, empowering the workforce, enhancing research accessibility and relevance, increasing participant diversity, and addressing the health needs of local, regional, or national populations.
5. Innovation and Impact
   Implementing novel approaches in study design, practice, and initiatives that enhance research quality, safety, effectiveness, and measurable impact, including new trial designs and collaborative methods.

The programme committee will assess all submissions and will use the following criteria in addition to the bullet points above for selection:

• Broadly connected to the conference theme, including posters submitted highlighting working across infrastructure and other key stakeholders.
• Relevance to the category selected.
• Potential for learning, application, or adoption.
• Evidence of achievement which is measurable and evidenced.
• Timeliness of the research/initiative.

Deadline has closed, abstracts are being reviewed.

Address: Trinity Business School, Trinity College Dublin, 182 Pearse St, Dublin 2, D02 F6N2, Ireland

Day 1

• Start: TBC (please note that the end time on Day 2 will be slightly earlier than previous conferences. While this is still to be confirmed, it is likely to be between 09:00 to 09:30am)
• Finish: 5:00pm

Day 2

• Start: 09:00am
• Finish: TBC (please note that the end time on Day 2 will be slightly later than previous conferences. While this is still to be confirmed, it is likely to be between 4:00 and 4:30pm)

Two Islands, Many Voices – Futurescaping Trans-National Clinical Research

In 2026, Ireland marks the 100‑year anniversary of its first independent census—a century of change that mirrors the evolution of clinical research across the island.

There is no better moment or location to celebrate the vibrant, growing network of CRFs across Ireland, Northern Ireland and the UK. Dublin, with its unique position as a bridge between the UK, the EU and global partners, offers the perfect backdrop—especially as Ireland holds the EU Presidency in 2026.

This year’s conference will shine a spotlight on our diverse, cohesive research landscape north and south of the border, showcasing the diversity of research across our CRFs, and exploring the emerging opportunities in digital health, data sharing and innovation.

As the global landscape continues to evolve, the conference reaffirms our shared commitment to cross‑border collaboration as the driving force behind equitable access to research‑as‑care, robust evidence generation, and a resilient future for clinical research.

Please see our Hotel and Accommodation Planning document for information on special hotel rates and travel links to Trinity College.

Step into a night of magic and music at our Enchanted Celtic Forest Gala Dinner in the magnificent Round Room of the Mansion House.

For one unforgettable evening, this historic setting will be transformed into a mystical woodland inspired by Ireland’s ancient legends. Beneath twinkling lights and forest greenery, guests will enjoy a sumptuous gala dinner while the sounds of classic Irish music fill the air.

After dinner, the celebration continues with an opportunity to dance, mingle, and soak up the atmosphere as traditional melodies bring the room to life.

Join us for an elegant evening of fine dining, enchanting décor, and the timeless spirit of Irish music – where history, myth, and celebration come together.

✨ Dress to impress and prepare for a night you won’t soon forget.

Please see our sponsorship brochure.

If you’re interested in being part of the 2026 UKCRF Network Conference, please contact Sarah Meehan (email)

Please see the reflection video from the 2025 Conference.

Thank you to Birmingham Biomedical Research Centre and Clinical Research Facility for hosting our 2025 Conference.

We would be more than happy to help with any queries you have on the registration process, social events or general information to help you plan your trip to Dublin, please email [email protected]