Work with us to strengthen responsible, human-centred AI adoption across the global research ecosystem.

AIRON collaborates with institutions, professionals, and technology providers to build capability, share insight, and support the development of future-ready research practices. Through partnership, you help advance shared resources, evidence, and training that empower the research operations community worldwide.

Why Partner with AIRON?

AIRON operates at the intersection of:

• Research operations
• Higher education
• AI capability building
• Cross-institution collaboration
• Responsible and ethical AI practice.

Your partnership directly supports the sector’s ability to adopt AI confidently, responsibly, and effectively. Together, we can shape a stronger and more resilient research ecosystem.

Partnership Pathways

AIRON offers tailored partnership routes for:

• Individuals — AIRON Professional
• Universities & research organisations — AIRON Institutional Partners
• Technology companies — AIRON Tech Partners.

AIRON Institutional Partners

For universities, research organizations, and consortia.

For universities, research organisations, and consortia committed to strengthening capability and shaping the future of AI-enabled research.

The AIRON Institutional Partnership enables structured engagement with AIRON’s programmes, insights, and learning activities.

Institutional Partners receive:

• Strategic briefings and tailored insights
• Early access to AIRON reports, guidance, and resources
• Opportunities to join pilots, case studies, and collaborative initiatives
• Involvement in co-developing frameworks and sector resources
• Visibility across AIRON’s global network

Ideal for:

Research offices, strategy units, libraries, governance teams, digital transformation groups, academic departments, and research leadership teams.

Submit an expression of interest.

AIRON Tech Partnerships

For AI companies, technology providers, and software vendors supporting the research ecosystem.

AIRON Tech Partners work with us to accelerate responsible AI adoption, demonstrate practical innovation, and strengthen capability across research institutions.

Tech Partners can:

• Co-develop pilots and practical use cases with AIRON and participating institutions
• Showcase solutions through AIRON events, workshops, and briefings
• Contribute expertise to sector conversations on AI, ResearchOps, and future research workflows
• Provide tools, demonstrations, or insights that support AIRON’s community and learning activities
• Engage with AIRON Professional members to shape emerging best practice.

Ideal for:

AI companies, research-support software vendors, workflow automation tools, data and analytics providers, and other technology organisations serving the research sector.

Connect with us to begin the partnership.

Ecosystem Collaborators

For professional associations, networks, and community initiatives working across research, innovation, and policy.

AIRON collaborates with ecosystem partners to:

• Align sector conversations on responsible AI
• Co-host events, workshops, or roundtables
• Share insight, evidence, and emerging practice
• Strengthen global–regional connections across the research community

No “expression of interest” needed here — just “Get in touch”.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Support initiatives that strengthen the entire research ecosystem.

AIRON welcomes sponsorship from organisations committed to building sector capability, advancing responsible AI practice, and supporting shared learning across institutions.

Current opportunities include:

• AIRON events and webinars
• The AIRON Summit (future)
• The State of AI in Research Operations Report (2026)
• AIRON Knowledge Hub
• AIRON Academy training and leadership programmes
• AIRON Leads Programme & Alumni Community.

Custom sponsorship packages are available, designed to align with your organisation’s goals and priorities.

Impact of Partnering with AIRON

Your support helps deliver:

• Stronger institutional readiness for AI
• Ethical and responsible AI adoption across research settings
• Training and upskilling for research professionals
• Shared tools, frameworks, and practical guidance
• Greater global collaboration across research institutions
• A more confident and capable ResearchOps workforce.

Together, we can build a future where AI elevates research, strengthens systems, and empowers people.

Partner With AIRON Today

We welcome conversations with institutions, organizations, and companies committed to shaping the future of responsible AI in research.

Contact us and start the conversation.