RDF24, the 2024 Annual Conference of the Research & Development Forum took place at Celtic Manor from the 12-14 May this year. The event brought together more than 870 attendees from across health and care research management and featured more than 60 speakers, 25 exhibitors, 100 posters and provided a unique opportunity for learning, developing and networking. The Conference Dinner was attended by more than 750 people, at which the venue for RDF25 was announced. RDF25 will take place in Manchester from the 18-20 May 2025.