News 2026

We are excited to welcome Diego Correa to the Steering Group. He will take over as Head of Membership from Jane A’Court and Paul Russell.

According to Research Live, “despite a good-natured debate in Westminster, the stakes are high for future of the research sector”. The motion for the debate, organised by the MRS in partnership with The Debating Group, was that “We no longer need to speak directly to people to understand them”.

The MRS has announced that its new President is to be Baroness Deborah Mattinson. A researcher and political strategist, she takes over the role from Saj Arshad as his 4-year term comes to an end, and as the MRS approaches its 80th anniversary.

Congratulations to Network member Bob Qureshi FMRS, who has been awarded the MBE for services to business, charity and cricket in the New Year’s Honours list.