Posted: 11 March, 2026. Written by Research Hub Manager
Got an idea for our next research project, but need some help or inspiration?
With the Hub’s annual call for proposals open, we’re here to help anyone with a research idea on organics recycling. Whether you’re familiar with research practices or you’re more at home in an operational setting – come along to our Ideas Workshop next Wednesday, 18 March at 3pm on Teams.
In this guided session, we will take you through the Hub’s Proposal Form, helping you to develop your ideas into a fully-formed proposal. The Hub’s Technical Advisor, Professor Emeritus of Soil Science Stephen Nortcliff, will be on hand to help your ideas take shape.
If you’d like to attend, just email grace@realschemes.org.uk for the Teams invitation – looking forward to seeing you there!
The Hub’s call for proposals is your chance to help shape the future of composting and anaerobic digestion (AD) in the UK. We’re looking for research ideas that will drive innovation, support the growth of the sector, and enhance the functionality of the CCS and BCS.
Further Research Ideas Support: Reach out to Stephen Nortcliff, our Technical Advisor, for help brainstorming or writing your proposal (s.nortcliff@reading.ac.uk).
If you have any questions in the meantime, don't hesitate to contact info@realschemes.org.uk – we’re here to help!