Research underpins much of what we do at The National Archives: capturing the historical record of government, preserving digital and paper records, and providing effective services to researchers.
As an originator and supporter of research, we maintain an innovative programme to develop and test new ideas, for the benefit of government, information and preservation professionals. We are recognised by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) as an Independent Research Organisation.
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Forthcoming events
Using Archival Sources to Inform Contemporary Policy Debate - AHRC Collaborative Training Scheme
- At: The National Archives
- Date: 16 -17 February 2010
I-CHORA 5 - 5th International Conference on the History of Records and Archives
- At: The National Archives and University College, London
- Date: 1-3 July 2010
Current projects
Find out what we're working on in current projects.
If you are interested in collaborating with us on research projects, please see our guidance for research partners.
See some of the research published by staff at The National Archives.
Strategies
The research strategy sets out our vision for positioning The National Archives as the leading practitioner in the UK through engagement with research.
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The work we undertake at The National Archives on research and collections is underpinned by our academic strategy.
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Code of Conduct
The National Archives wishes to set out a code of conduct relating to research. It reflects the principles of the RESPECT project (Code of Professional Conduct in Socio-Economic Research), which seeks to ensure respect for research ethics, intellectual property, confidentiality, professional qualifications, professional standards and for research users.
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Using documents at The National Archives
Find comprehensive guidance on the citation of documents held at The National Archives in theses and publications.
We offer free academic inductions at The National Archives for groups of postgraduates or researchers.
Stay in touch
You can sign up to our academic contacts database, through which we will keep you informed and seek your views on matters relevant to you.
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For more information about research at The National Archives, please email researchandcollect@nationalarchives.gov.uk.
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