# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Research Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Hosted by UCM in partnership with researchers on and off the Island ( in partnership with Biosphere Isle of Man).About this EventThe Research Festival takes a collaborative approach to promoting a vibrant and productive research community through the sharing of resources, events and networking opportunities.Our goal is to facilitate collaboration between researchers, on and off-Island; promote the reputation of Island-based research, and educate.The Research Festival offers students, independent researchers and guests alike the opportunity to listen to presentations, participate in research workshops and network over coffee and lunch.View the full itinerary at www.ucm.ac.im/rf26Book your free ticket to access any of the sessions (you can choose the sessions you would like to attend on the day).Your free ticket includes a complementary tea/coffee. The Hospice van will be on site for you to purchase additional drinks, and Filbey's food truck will be on site for you to purchase your lunch. To preorder your lunch email filbeys@manx.net - the menu can be viewed here.To book your ticket for the Keynote (Biosphere Isle of Man Annual Lecture) entitled 'Songs, Stories and Stewardship: Culture and Nature in a Living Biosphere' visit https://biosphere-lecture-2026.eventbrite.co.uk
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/douglas/research-festival-2026/100001998744585861
- **Event Categories**: festivals, workshops, food-drinks, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 8 hours
  - Location: Villa Marina
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Douglas
- **state**: IM
- **country**: Man, Isle of
- **location**: Villa Marina
- **lat**: 54.1567328
- **long**: -4.4781317
- **full address**: Villa Marina, Harris Promenade, Douglas, Man, Isle of

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Research Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Research Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Villa Marina, Harris Promenade, Douglas, Man, Isle of.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Research Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Research Festival 2026 is organized by University College Isle of Man.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Research Festival 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Douglas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Research Festival 2026 sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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