Welcome to RDF26 The Research & development Forum's 2026 Annual Conference
10-12 May 2026, Birmingham Hilton Metropole
RDF26 is the UK’s leading event for health and care research leadership, management, and strategy. From 950 delegates, 150 posters, and over 30 exhibitors at RDF25 in Manchester, the 2026 conference (10–12 May 2026, Birmingham) promises to be even better.
Bringing together professionals from across the UK, RDF26 is where the community comes together to share ideas, showcase best practice, and shape the future of health and care research & development.
Delegate Registration
RDF26 is now fully booked. This year’s conference has seen our highest ever demand, with the R&D community coming together in record numbers to connect, learn, and shape the future of health and care research. If you’ve secured your place, we look forward to welcoming you in Birmingham
Sponsorship & Exhibition
Opportunities for sponsorship and exhibition at RDF26 are now open. With refreshed packages and location-based exhibition stand pricing, your organisation can gain visibility, connect directly with delegates, and play a central role in the sector’s biggest gathering. From Premier Sponsorship Packages to targeted opportunities like the Live Lounge demo sessions and delegate bag inserts, there’s a package to suit your goals.
Meet the Programme Content Committee
RDF26 is powered by community; and at the centre of that community is the Programme Content Committee. Made up of passionate professionals from across the UK, the committee works together to design a programme that informs, inspires, and represents the full breadth of health and care research.
Carolyn Maloney (Chair)
Mark Brandon-Grove
Dr. Philippa Brice
Shahista Hussain
Helen Riding
Angela Topping
Register for Updates about Future Events
You can register to be notified about upcoming RDF Conferences and Events using the form below. If you’d like to receive the Forum Newsletter, updates about training and more of our activities, you can become an RDF Member here (free of charge).