
What exactly is Research Accelerator 2024?
We know you're busy and that research funds are limited, so we're offering a time-efficient and cost-effective way for you to access the training you need to accelerate your research. Now in its fifth year, our annual virtual conference is going to be an extra special one and we're really looking forward to seeing you there!
The conference is designed to be flexible so you can work around other commitments. We’ve made it stress-free to access the content – everything will be hosted on a single online platform. If you're too busy to attend the three-day event, no problem – there are two extended options for you to binge watch the material over the summer!
What we'll be covering at Research Accelerator 2024

Conference Sessions
This year's conference will be focused on the idea of building connections in your research – whether that's with others, within your data or even connecting with yourself. As always we have a great line-up of guest speakers – we can't wait to see you there! View the details of all session descriptions here – we've curated a programme we think you'll love!

Conference Speakers
We've got an amazing line-up of international experts for this year's conference. Helen Sword, Nigel King, Pat Bazeley, Sally Pirie, Anuja Cabraal, and Daniel Turner are back by popular demand. They'll be joined this year by Silvana Di Gregorio and John Parsons. View the bios for our guest speakers here.

On-Demand Library
Receive full access to our Research Accelerator video course library. This includes 150+ hours of self-paced tutorials covering research software and skills. Software tutorials include NVivo, SPSS, EndNote, Zotero, Evernote, Trello and XMind. Our courses also teach you the skills you need to use this software effectively, so there are courses on data analysis, writing and productivity as well!
Research Accelerator 2024 includes
Live Sessions
Live webinars presented by an international line-up of guest experts. These will be recorded for those who can't attend, but we recommend attending live if possible so that you can ask questions.
On-Demand Sessions
In addition to the conference content, you'll also receive access to the Research Accelerator video course library with 150+ hours of training material covering NVivo, SPSS, statistics, qualitative analysis and more!
Join our Online Learning Community
Sign-up for the conference on a Membership Pass and you'll receive 12 months access to the conference material and course library plus you'll become a member of our online learning community so that you can access regular live sessions and support throughout the year.
What previous attendees say
Whether you're an early career researcher, postgraduate student or experienced academic, our content will help accelerate your research. But don't take our word for it, read what previous attendees have said about our annual December conference.

Your Host – Dr Lyn Lavery
Lyn has taught research methods and data analysis in New Zealand universities for over 25 years. She is an NVivo Platinum Certified Trainer and has previously trained for SPSS NZ, so is confident working across quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods projects. Lyn's PhD from the University of Auckland is in educational psychology, specifically self-regulated learning. Her love of teaching and education, alongside her flexible teaching style and engaging sense of humour, contribute to her outstanding reputation as a facilitator.
All conference content available on-demand!
Sign up today and receive instant access to all conference sessions plus our 2025 Summer School workshops.
Questions? Don't hesitate to contact us to ask!
Sign up for Research Accelerator today
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LITE MEMBERSHIP
12 MONTHS ACCESS
ACCESS TO THE COURSE LIBRARY ONLY
NZD$249
- 12 MONTHS' ACCESS
- ACCESS TO FULL COURSE LIBRARY (180+ HOURS)
- NEW CONTENT ADDED MONTHLY
- DOWNLOADABLE PDFS AND EXERCISE FILES
STANDARD MEMBERSHIP
12 MONTHS' ACCESS
COURSE LIBRARY + LIVE SESSIONS
NZD$479
- 12 MONTHS' ACCESS
- ACCESS TO FULL COURSE LIBRARY (180+ HOURS)
- NEW CONTENT ADDED MONTHLY
- DOWNLOADABLE PDFS AND EXERCISE FILES
- LIVE GROUP SESSIONS
- BOOK 15-MINUTE DROP-INS
- 4 X QUARTERLY RESEARCH RETREATS
- DECEMBER VIRTUAL CONFERENCE PASS