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ALT Don’t miss these training opportunities for technical professionals in 2026
ALT WinterFest – 12–23 January: Online learning festival for technical professionals delivered by UK ITSS Learning & Development Academy. RSB Training Courses – 22 January: Courses in Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York – special bundle offer available for booking onto both courses. RSB Training Courses – 28-29 April: Courses in Microscopy & Microbiology and ELISA at Brunel University, London
ALT SpringFest – 11–22 May: Online learning festival for technical professionals delivered by UK ITSS Learning & Development Academy. RSB Training Courses – 10 June: Courses in Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York – special bundle offer available for booking onto both courses ITSS Learning & Development Academy: New expert-led course offerings throughout 2026, with prices starting from £0 and flexible learning options
ALT Collaboration Fund Now Open. Grants of between £100–1000 available
ALT What is the Collaboration Fund? A small grants scheme that funds collaborative projects between Technician Commitment signatory institutions and external partners that advance the aims of the Technician Commitment Who can apply? Any staff member at a Technician Commitment signatory organisation. Collaborating external organisations do not need to be signatories. How much funding is on offer? Up to 5 grants ranging between £100–1000 each. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis. Swipe for funding criteria & application process
ALT Your project is a collaboration with any UK-based external partner(s) – they don’t have to be a Technician Commitment signatory. The project will take place between 1 April and 31 December 2026 Your institution is a signatory to the Technician Commitment Your project advances at least 1 pillar of the Technician Commitment: Visibility, Recognition, Career Development and Sustainability Eligibility checklist More details on our website
ALT To apply, complete the application form by 9 February 2026. Questions? See our website for more information or contact Clare Stevenson at tc@itss.org.uk