Research Themes
Healthy Minds Happy Hearts: A community gathering for women and children
Rose Hill Community Centre Carole's Way, Rose Hill, OxfordWomen and children are warmly invited to our next get-together to enjoy lunch and spend time with friends. We are neighbours from the University of Oxford, the NHS and local support organisations who work in mental health and brain research. As well as fun things to do for children, there will be information and activities...
Is a Career in Research for me?
OnlineThis event is aimed at students and recent graduates interested in research, and will enable them to learn more about engaging with and getting involved in health and care research. The event will cover: ● Interactive breakout sessions ● Talks introducing research careers, why research matters ● The chance to meet other attendees and learn...
Reconnection – Generation R and NIHR Research Delivery Network
OnlineNIHR hosted webinar about what's important to young people when shaping and taking part in research, and how we can ensure their views are embedded in future projects. This is an opportunity to hear about what's important to young people when shaping and taking part in research, and how we can amplify the voices of...
Webinar: Fully-funded Masters in Clinical Research Delivery
OnlineThe NIHR Mental Health Translational Research Collaboration Mission is funding Masters courses for 11 mental health professionals to undertake training in clinical research delivery. The MSc Clinical Research Delivery courses offer professional practitioners or those working in research support roles the chance to study the theory, practice and key issues underpinning clinical research delivery in...
NIHR Nursing and Midwifery International Nurses Day and International Day of the Midwife.
Conference Aston, Birmingham Aston University, Aston Street, BirminghamInvitation from: NIHR Nursing & Midwifery Invitation to: All nurses and midwives research interested NIHR Nursing and Midwifery is hosting a hybrid full day event at Conference Aston in Birmingham on 8th May to celebrate International Nurses Day and International Day of the Midwife. We are keen to get representation from nurses and midwives working across...
Introduction to public involvement in research
OnlineWe run regular online ‘Introduction to public involvement in research’ training sessions in collaboration with Oxford Biomedical Research Centre. These are aimed at researchers and staff who are responsible for PPI activities and want to know how to get started, and where to find reliable guidance and resources. You can book for any session here....
MHRA webinar on Digital Mental Health Technology
OnlineThis webinar will provide a deep dive exploration of the recently published guidance on the characterisation, qualification and classification of digital mental health technologies as Software as a Medical Device (SaMD). It will go through the guidance in detail, offering explanation of the criteria for qualification and the examples provided throughout. We encourage you to...
Research and Development Forum 2025
Manchester Central Convention Complex Windmill Street, ManchesterJoin us in Manchester from May 18-20, 2025, for the next edition of the R&D Forum Annual Conference—an unmissable gathering for professionals dedicated to health and care research management. For over two decades, this conference has been the cornerstone event for networking, professional development, and knowledge sharing across the sector. Following the record-breaking successes of...
EDI Lunch & Learn – How can the Equality Act inform health and care research?
OnlineThe Equality Act 2010 plays a vital role in shaping fair and inclusive healthcare research — yet its relevance is not always widely understood. In this online session, Mili Kalia, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Oxford BRC, and Angeli Vaid, Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Training and Inclusion Manager, Oxford BRC, will explore the key principles...
Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Public Information Event
John Radcliffe Hopsital Headley Way, OxfordWe are very pleased to invite you to attend our third educational evening focussing on progress in Crohn’s disease & ulcerative colitis. Presentations from Oxford consultants & specialists will cover latest progress in the medical & surgical management of these diseases, current research studies, & a special session focussing on young people growing up with...
Health Research Showcase Event 2025
Leiden Square, Westgate Centre Westgate Centre, OxfordStep into the future of healthcare at our Health Research Showcase event 2025 
Join us at the Westgate Centre in Oxford on Thursday 29 May. We are teaming up again with Oxford BRC to showcase the exciting medical innovation that’s taking place in Oxford. Experience interactive stands showcasing the ground-breaking research that is driving...
Strategic commissioning of mental health services in England: perspectives from local stakeholders
Abraham Lecture Theatre , Green Templeton College 43 Woodstock RoadThis workshop will bring together commissioners, local government, policy makers, charities, clinicians, and academics to share their views and discuss about how to move towards strategic commissioning in mental health at local level. The workshop is convened by Assoc. Prof. Apostolos Tsiachristas and Prof. Belinda Lennox and is supported by Oxford’s Department of Psychiatry, Green...
Ethnicity Inclusion in Research
OnlineAn informative online session on practical tools for ethnicity inclusion in health research. As a researcher and health practitioner, this event is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your approach to inclusive research. What to expect Training on the NIHR INCLUDE Ethnicity Framework with Professor Shaun Treweek. Researchers from NIHR Oxford Health BRC share their experiences with...
NHS ConfedExpo 2025
Manchester Central Convention Complex Windmill Street, ManchesterJoin us on 11-12 June at Manchester Central, for the leading health and care conference delivered in partnership by NHS Confederation and NHS England. Explore cutting-edge innovations and expert insights at NHS ConfedExpo NHS ConfedExpo's extensive exhibition offers the chance to explore the latest technologies to help transform health and care and discuss innovative solutions...
Let’s Talk About: Stigma
History of Science Museum Broad Street, OxfordHow do we talk about disease—and the stigma that often comes with it? Join us at the History of Science Museum for conversations exploring how illness and stigma shape our experiences, perceptions, and histories. You'll hear from five thought-provoking speakers who will guide small breakout discussions before coming together as a group as our speakers...
