The Marchington Applied Research Grant supports exceptional early career researchers in human resources (HR), learning and development (L&D), organisation development (OD) and related fields. It follows an annual cycle, awarding up to three grants of £6,000 each.  

Winners for The Professor Mick Marchington Applied Research Grant are: 

Dr Laura Byrne, Balancing Care and Responsibility: The Wellbeing of People Professionals in Implementing Wellbeing Strategies. 

Dr Preethi Misha, Belonging at Work: Navigating Connection in Hybrid and Remote Work Environments. 

Dr James Duggan, When Machines Manage: The Impact of Algorithmic HRM on Working Relationships, Employee Experiences, and Retention.