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Welcome to the 2027 Virtual Connect Conference!

Connect 2027 will bring grant and research professionals together to illuminate adaptation strategies and bold new visions, champion peers throughout the industry, and advance our commitment to discovery and innovation.

Join us March 2–4, 2027
8:00AM – 2:00 PM PST

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Register and see what the excitement is all about!

Join research professionals and Cayuse subject matter experts to discover and share experiences, best practices, and insights on the state of research administration, as well as the latest from the Cayuse Research Suite’s Award Management, Compliance Management, and Vivarium Management solutions.

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Connect with peers and the Cayuse team

Log in using your registered email and the code connect to start virtually engaging with attendees. Network, share insights, and exchange messages directly in the Connect platform!

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Video Networking Connect
Awards

Nominate a colleague, your organization, or apply yourself

Help us champion research administration excellence by submitting nominations for those who have made an impact at your organization or within your network! Then, join us for the live awards sessions at the Connect Virtual Conference, where we’ll honor the outstanding achievements and innovations of this year’s winners.

Submit your nominations by December 7, 2026!

Nominate today!
Connect Awards Display 2027
Agenda

Coming in January!

Join interactive sessions featuring live audience questions and answers, discover the latest industry trends and best practices for advancing research, engage directly with product experts, and experience the newest product updates and demos.

Want to participate in this year’s sessions?

Submit your proposal by December 7, 2026!

Submit today!
Connect 2027 call for proposals

State of Grant and Research Management Benchmark Survey

Through our annual Benchmark Survey, we aim to compile insights into the current state of research administration, including the priorities, challenges, and shared real-world experiences of industry professionals. 

All survey participants will receive a copy of the final benchmark report after the Connect by Cayuse conference.

The survey will close on January 31, 2027. 

Participate now!

Hear what others had to say about the 2026 Connect Conference!

“Great energy, inspiring speakers, and so many valuable insights to bring back. Grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with such incredible professionals.”

“It is a great place to pick up practical tips, hear what’s working for other institutions, and walk away with ideas you can use right away.”

“A great way to learn about Cayuse products and also get other knowledge/networking pertaining to research administration.”

“It was very informative, easy to attend, and engaging!”

Connect Attendee
275+

Organizations from around the world attended in 2026

FAQs

Connect by Cayuse is our annual conference for grant and research administration professionals eager to connect, share insights, and explore solutions to today’s industry challenges. Our goal is to spark meaningful conversations around emerging trends, innovative ideas, and proven best practices, empowering attendees to modernize processes, enhance collaboration, and drive impactful outcomes.

All Cayuse customers and anyone interested in grant and research administration, including researchers, administrators, and institutional leaders, are invited to attend the conference to share experiences, exchange insights, and learn from peers across the industry.

You can look forward to a dynamic lineup of sessions led by industry professionals and Cayuse subject matter experts. The conference will feature keynote presentations, special highlights, customer awards, networking opportunities, and dozens of sessions covering the entire grant and research lifecycle, including: Award management, Compliance management, and Vivarium management.

Connect by Cayuse is a fully virtual conference taking place March 2–4, 2027, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time.

Registration is required to access Connect 2027. You can follow the link here to register at any time before March 2.

Registration for Connect by Cayuse is completely FREE!

As in previous years, we’re also launching the State of Grant and Research Management Benchmark Survey to gather information on the current landscape of grant and research administration. This survey will shed light on the priorities, challenges, and experiences faced by professionals in the field.

All participants will receive a copy of the final Benchmark Report following the Connect by Cayuse conference.

The survey closes on January 31, 2027. Don’t miss your chance to contribute and gain valuable insights!

The full agenda will be published in January. If interested, please follow this link to submit your proposal for consideration by December 7, 2026

You’ll gain insights into the latest industry trends and best practices, engage with Cayuse product experts, and explore the newest product updates and live demos. Connect with fellow attendees, celebrate remarkable customer achievements, discover Cayuse’s vision for a fully connected grant and research ecosystem, and much more.

Yes! We would love to hear about your unique experience, expertise, best practices, and achievements on a variety of topics. Please follow this link to submit your proposal for consideration by December 7th.

Not ready to submit a formal proposal? We’d love to hear your ideas; contact us, and we will gladly help you develop your topic.

Please reach out to events@cayuse.com for assistance.