RM Framework endeavors to strongly enhance research management within the ERA and beyond by fostering clarity, interoperability, and sustainability in the diverse RM landscape. This ambitious initiative aims to engage diverse stakeholders by establishing a common frame of reference for RM by involving national clusters, training providers, funding agencies, ministries and other RM actors and networks. The project looks to tailor training approaches to meet the varied needs of research managers across Europe by utilising extensive networks to gather diverse perspectives and insights to tailor training approaches to offer comprehensive training, from general European-level programs to specialised initiatives. The project will explore various training methods, including community-based, informal, and formal university alliances. This will all be achieved whilst also acknowledging national and local differences by bringing together pilot testers from 9 countries (ensuring inclusivity and relevance), incorporating leadership perspectives to align RM practices with organisational goals & policy frameworks, and the policymakers to ensure policy synergies and effective implementation. By learning from past challenges and leveraging the expertise of diverse stakeholders, the RM Framework project aims to avoid previous pitfalls and achieve sustainable impact. With a strong consortium and a 24-month timeline, the project is poised to deliver tangible results in the rapidly evolving landscape of research assessment, open science, and AI integration. Moreover, by developing a quality label and fostering collaboration with existing networks, the project seeks to ensure long-term relevance and sustainability beyond its duration. Ultimately, the RM Framework project represents a critical step towards enhancing the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of research management practices across Europe and beyond.

The BREATH project aims to build a well-structured and sustainable Talent Ecosystem in Health Innovation (HI) management in three key European regions—Catalonia, Flanders, and Lithuania—where talent managers from academic and non-academic institutions collaborate to drive institutional changes and implement initiatives that enhance researchers’ careers, talent retention and mobility. To achieve this, BREATH will first engage all relevant stakeholders to assess the current needs of the HI ecosystem, including labour market demands, skills gaps, and the identification of current and future career paths. The goal is to provide Early-Career Researchers (ECR) with tools and guidance specifically tailored for the HI field through the BREATH Experience. The objectives of this experience are twofold: (a) to deliver personalised training to ECR, achieved by collaboratively developing tailored career paths, pinpointing essential skills for each path, and addressing skill gaps with customised training modules; and (b) to provide individualised guidance through enhanced career support services at partner universities. A key output will be the creation of a Career Path Guidance Platform, which will serve as a centralised resource for ECRs to explore career paths, identify up-to-date skills in HI, and access tailored training opportunities. The project will pilot and evaluate these new career paths, training programs, and guidance services across the three regions. The findings will contribute to policy formulation aimed at improving research career management at national and European levels, focusing on attractive career opportunities and effective talent development strategies for researchers. In summary, the BREATH project aims to enhance the European research landscape, empowering ECRs and ensuring the research and innovation sectors are equipped with the talent needed to thrive in a competitive global market.