The aims of this conference are as follows:

• Provide a forum to showcase the breadth of research in operator algebras and related areas that is currently being undertaken across the UK.

• Provide an opportunity for early career researchers to present and promote their work, helping them to progress to their next career stage.

• Explore new directions for research and opportunities for collaboration.

• Foster a supportive and inclusive community.

• Provide ample opportunity for participants to expand their professional network.

We gratefully acknowledge support from a Heilbronn Small Grants Scheme, and the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences as part of the programme on Topological groupoids and their C*-algebras.