• Introduction to public involvement in research

    Online

    We 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

    Online

    This 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, Manchester

    Join 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...

  • Health Research Showcase Event 2025

    Leiden Square, Westgate Centre Westgate Centre, Oxford

    Step 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 Road

    This 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...

  • NHS ConfedExpo 2025

    Manchester Central Convention Complex Windmill Street, Manchester

    Join 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, Oxford

    How 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...

  • Making Your Voice Heard as a Public Contributor: Train the Trainer

    Online

    This training session is for researchers and PPIE leads working with or planning to work with public contributors, it aims to share our resources and approach to enabling patient and public contributors to have their voices heard at meetings. Experienced public contributors have co-produced this training which identifies common barriers to being heard and offers...

  • HRA and ethics submissions training

    Online

    So, you’ve got a great idea for a research study – but what approvals do you need before you can start? Who do you apply to? And how do you go about doing this? Join an online 'live' presentation through Microsoft Teams for an overview of: how research is governed in the UK which approval...

  • MHR Incubator Fellowship Application Writing Retreat

    Gladstones Library Church Lane, Hawarden, Flintshire

    Event web page: Writing retreat – fellowship application – Mental Health Research This event is is fully-funded for Early Career Researchers. This writing retreat is for you if you: are working in any professional, clinical or research role relevant to mental health know which funder and fellowship - doctoral or post-doctoral/advanced - you are aiming...

  • Joint NIHR BRC and UKCRF Network Conference: Co-create to Translate: Achieving impact through collaboration

    International Convention Centre 8 Centenary Square, Birmingham

    The Birmingham BRC and CRF, together with the UKCRF Network, are hosting the very first joint NIHR BRC and UKCRF Network conference. This will be the 20th annual UKCRF Network Conference, in an expanded format which for the first time also includes the national BRCs – with the aim to promote and celebrate impactful cross-infrastructure...

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  • Webinar: Support for more professions to become NIHR Senior Investigators

    Online

    NIHR Senior Investigators are among the most outstanding and influential leaders in applied health and social care research. Recognised for their research excellence and contributions to the NIHR, they play a vital role in shaping the future of health and care research across the UK. Join this one-hour webinar to learn how to prepare a competitive...

  • Refocus on Recovery 2025 international conference

    Crowne Plaza Hotel Wollaton Street, Nottingham

    Building on the success of Refocus on Recovery 2023, and in partnership with the Global Mental Health Peer Network, Imroc, The McPin Foundation, and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Refocus on Recovery 2025 will provide inspiration and network space for people interested in recovery research, with an intention to appeal to new audiences. Refocus on Recovery 2025 will feature presentations from invited keynote...

  • RCN International Nursing Research Conference 2025

    University of Exeter The Forum Building, Exeter

    Nursing Research: Transforming Global Health in a Changing World Translational research based on best available evidence to improve care is core business for Nurses. This conference will explore the pivotal role of nursing research in addressing pressing health challenges. As global health dynamics evolve due to emerging diseases, climate change, and shifting demographics, this conference...

  • HRA and ethics submissions training

    Online

    So, you’ve got a great idea for a research study – but what approvals do you need before you can start? Who do you apply to? And how do you go about doing this? Join an online 'live' presentation through Microsoft Teams for an overview of: how research is governed in the UK which approval...