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About Vidatum
About Vidatum
Built for the full research lifecycle.
Our Work
Who We Are
Vidatum is a specialist company focused entirely on research administration management.
Founded in Ireland in 2004, Vidatum built its first CRIS in 2006 and has worked exclusively with research-intensive organisations ever since — including universities, research hospitals, and independent research institutes.
Vidatum supports institutions across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and Australia, with teams based in Ireland and Jordan and regional support in Australia.
Driven by Real Institutional Needs
Vidatum’s platform has evolved alongside the institutions it supports. Originally founded as an IT consultancy working closely with universities and research organisations, Vidatum was embedded in real operational processes from the start.
Vidatum’s platform has evolved alongside the institutions it supports. Originally founded as an IT consultancy working closely with universities and research organisations, Vidatum was embedded in real operational processes from the start.
A Proven Implementation Approach
Vidatum implementations are delivered through a structured, collaborative approach developed specifically for research institutions.
We work closely with client teams from the outset to understand local processes, stakeholders, and compliance requirements, ensuring the system is configured to real-world needs.
With clear governance, phased delivery, and active engagement throughout, we focus on keeping implementations on time, reducing risk, and setting clients up for long-term success.
Designed for research institutions
Research lifecycle
Support research information management, grant workflows, ethics, compliance, and reporting with one connected platform.
Less admin, more research
Reduce duplication and manual effort so teams can focus on decisions, not data cleanup.
Built for complexity
Handle multiple funders, approvals, roles, and institutional requirements without workarounds.
Compliance built-in
Maintain audit-ready records and consistent processes across modules and stakeholders.
Actively Engaged With The Worldwide Research community.
Our People
Simon Cullen
Co-Founder and Director
As one of the founders, Simon brings a deep background in computer science and extensive experience in building enterprise software. He has been instrumental in leading the development of our VIDATUM’s cutting-edge solution. He is passionate about using technology to simplify complex processes and improve research outcomes, making him a driving force behind our company.
Shafiq Far
Co-Founder and Technical Director
Niveen El-Far
Senior Project Manager
Nathan Hawken
Business Development Director
Nathan leads VIDATUM’s business development function, working with universities and research institutions to build strong, long-term partnerships. He is responsible for market engagement, client relationships, and shaping VIDATUM’s commercial strategy across outreach and direct engagement.
With over 20 years of consultative sales experience across multiple sectors, Nathan brings a pragmatic, outcomes-focused approach. A defining moment in his career came when he shifted from traditional selling to listening closely to clients ensuring VIDATUM’s solutions are grounded in real needs and deliver clear, sustainable value.
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Vidatum team
Discuss your institution’s research management needs and see how Vidatum supports confident, compliant processes across the full research lifecycle.
