• International Clinical Trials Methodology Conference 2026

    International Convention Centre 8 Centenary Square, Birmingham

    The MRC-NIHR Trials Methodology Research Partnership is delighted to invite you to the 8th International Clinical Trials Methodology Conference 2026. ICTMC is the leading international platform for researchers and practitioners to present the very latest in trials methodology. The meeting also offers valuable networking and training opportunities, with over 1,200 delegates from 32 countries attending...

  • AcoRD

    Oxford Science Park Conference Room 2, Sherrington Building, Magdalen Centre

    Workshop covers the principles of the AcoRD guidance, discusses the main costing categories and uses examples and activities to increase understanding. NIHR log in required.

  • Workshop: Imposter phenomenon

    Online

    Recent research shows that 80% of professionals will experience 'imposter phenomenon', often referred to as 'imposter syndrome', at some point in their careers. Whilst it is prevalent, this doesn’t stop it from being debilitating and disempowering as it can be associated with decreased job performance or burnout (Bravata et al 2020). This workshop explores practical...

  • Workshop: Public speaking and presenting

    Online

    It is not unusual to have a fear of public speaking, ‘glossophobia’, but we don’t need to become a whole new person to excel at presenting. Instead, we can change our approach so that we harness our strengths, dial up our own authentic energy, craft an engaging message - and deliver it with tailored stories...

  • Webinar: Leading change

    Online

    By attending this 60-min webinar, you will: ➡️ consider how and why change initiatives can fail when we underestimate what true, long-lasting change really requires ➡️ explore the importance of crafting and/or sharing a compelling change story to build early and ongoing understanding and alignment ➡️ discover how to truly embed change by ensuring leaders...

  • Building Social Care Research into Practice

    Kassam Stadium Grenoble Road, Oxford

    We are delighted to announce a series of interactive workshops aimed at operational and strategic leadership in social care (both adult and children) in partnership with colleagues at ADASS. Practitioner-led research in social care is a priority for the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), which offers a range of development opportunities to...

  • NIHR Academy Members’ Conference 2026

    The Queens Hotel Leeds and Online

    About the conference The NIHR Academy Members’ Conference 2026 will be held on 6 and 7 October. This will be a hybrid event with in-person attendance at The Queens Hotel, Leeds, and online streaming for a virtual audience. The title of this year’s conference is NIHR20 – The future is digital: revolutionising health and care...

  • NIHR Writing Successful Grant Applications [Online]

    Online

    Sophie Hyndman, Deputy Director & Senior Research Adviser, NIHR Research Support Service This session is designed to help you craft compelling research funding applications that resonate with reviewers. It will cover: The purpose of grant applications What reviewers look for when assessing applications How best to pitch and write your application to appeal to reviewers...

  • Watch: 20 years of the NIHR in our region event

    Online

    Staff are invited to watch live an event celebrating 20 years of the NIHR in our region. The event, in Reading, will include speeches, Q&A panels and staff tributes from 11am to 3pm on 13 October. View the NIHR20 event programme. Watch the event live stream. A recording will be made available.

  • Research inclusion as a condition of funding – 2 years on

    Online

    Join us on 14 October for a webinar reflecting on two years of research inclusion as a funding condition. Hear directly from committee chairs about their experiences of assessing inclusion in applications. We’ll also launch the updated Research Inclusion Toolkit and other resources to support inclusive research. The event will explore key implementation insights and...

  • National Paediatric Translational Research Conference

    Sheffield City Hall Barkers Pool, Sheffield

    The NIHR Great Ormond Street Hospital Biomedical Research Centre (NIHR GOSH BRC) Paediatric Excellence Initiative and Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity are hosting the inaugural National Paediatric Translational Research Conference, in collaboration with Great Ormond Street, Alder Hey, Birmingham and Sheffield Children’s Hospitals. When: 15-16 October 2026 Where: Sheffield City Hall, Barker’s Pool, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield...

  • NIHR Infrastructure Research Inclusion Forum: Connecting Infrastructure, Shaping Strategy

    Online

    Building on successful collaborative events led by colleagues across infrastructure centres, this half-day online forum brings together Research Inclusion Leads from across NIHR to connect, share expertise, and drive systemic change together. We are keen to learn from your insight and experience as we develop the NIHR Inclusion Plan. Alongside shaping this direction, this dedicated...

  • Informed Consent

    Online

    Informed Consent: half-day workshop to explore the informed consent process in more depth.