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  • Regulation of RyR2 in the heart and brain

    Sherrington Library Parks Road, Oxford

    Open to University of Oxford staff. Type-2 ryanodine receptor (RyR2) mediated calcium release controls the contraction of cardiac myocytes and the excitability of neurons. Consequently, inappropriate activation of RyR2 leads to disease, such as arrhythmias and Alzheimer’s disease. Prof Jones will describe his published and unpublished research examining the pathophysiological regulation of RyR2 in the...

  • Positive Experience Shifts Fear Memories Away from Basolateral Amygdala

    Florence Buchanan Lecture Theatre Sherrington Library, Parks Road, Oxford

    Open to members of the University of Oxford only. The basolateral amygdala (BLA) is at the centre of all biological models that detail how we form fear memories across species. However, we have recently shown that GABAergic neurons in the lateral hypothalamus (LH GABA) become critical for formation of fear memories if subjects have recently had a...

  • Artificial intelligence for electronic health records

    Hybrid

    Open to members of the University of Oxford only. This talk by Dr. Shishir Rao explores how artificial intelligence (AI) on routinely collected electronic health records (EHR) data can transform healthcare research. The talk will focus on development and application of Transformer-based models for handling rich, multitype EHR, leveraging AI for prediction for early intervention, accelerating...

  • The Past is Not Past: Incorporating Historical Context into Psychological Therapy with People from Minoritised Ethnicities

    Online

    Historical context is a key factor in psychological therapy with people from minoritised ethnicities. The ongoing effects of historical experiences of discrimination and self-empowerment continue to shape the lived experiences of people from minority ethnic communities and influence their interactions with psychological therapy and healthcare systems in general today. However, historical context remains underexplored in...

  • Joint BRC/CRF conference 2025

    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...

    £370

  • Advancing Mixed Methods in Mental Health Research

    Online

    In this session, we will share key insights from the paper, including: Why mixed methods are essential for addressing complexity in mental health research Reflections on common challenges and how to overcome them Pathways to better integration, publication, and support for mixed methods studies The webinar will feature: 🔹 A presentation from the authors 🔹 A panel discussion...

  • Oxford University Population Health

    Equity in clinical trial partnerships

    Hybrid

    Farirai Mutenherwa, Postdoctoral Fellow, Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, and Caroline Miles Visiting Scholar, Ethox Centre This will be a hybrid seminar in the Richard Doll Building, Ground Floor Rosemary Rue Rooms, or on Zoom. More information and zoom link.

  • 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...

  • South Asian Engagement event

    Rose Hill Community Centre Carole's Way, Rose Hill, Oxford

    The next Oxford South Asian Engagement Programme Event is planned for Wednesday 23 July 2025, from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Rose Hill Community Centre, Carole’s Way, Rose Hill, Oxford, OX4 4HF. Women and children are invited to join us for a morning of discussion and activities around brain and mental health research . A free...

  • KCL

    Human Brain Anatomy Course

    Kings College London 8th Floor North, Bush House, Strand campus, 30 Aldwych, London,, London

    Comprehensive introduction to human brain anatomy This is an exciting weekend neuroanatomy course with online preparatory modules that includes hands-on experience with human brain specimens Highly popular course with five star ratings Comprehensive introduction to human brain anatomy Assumes minimal prior knowledge Emphasises functional, clinical and radiological (MRI) neuroanatomy Consolidate your knowledge by examining real human...

    £395

  • KCL

    Limbic Brain Activity Course

    Kings College London 8th Floor North, Bush House, Strand campus, 30 Aldwych, London,, London

    2 day in person course Course Overview A more advanced structural and functional neuroanatomy course focusing on the limbic brain - presented in a very clear, logical and memorable style. Reviews the functional anatomy of the limbic lobe, hippocampus, amygdala, prefrontal cortex and 'limbic' loops of the basal ganglia Demystifies the basal forebrain, substantia innominata,...

    £395

  • Essentials of Research Sponsorship

    Online

    This course is designed to provide the essentials to become and/or improve the management of clinical research as a sponsor.  A one day course that will provide an opportunity to develop skills and gain knowledge in the underlying principles of sponsorship. The course covers widely accepted concepts that not only directly apply to sponsorship but...

  • Online workshops: Clinical trial legislation and GCP E6 R3 updates

    Online

    These online workshops offer an introduction to the updates in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the UK Clinical Trial Regulations (The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) (Amendment) Regulations 2025). The new regulations will take full effect from 28 April 2026 (see earlier item in this newsletter) Hosted by our RRDN GCP facilitators, it will...

  • 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...

  • Are they who they say they are? Exploring impostor / fraudulent participants in qualitative research and PPIE

    Online

    Join the NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) Hub at King's College London for a group training session exploring the challenges posed by imposter or fraudulent participants—individuals who misrepresent their lived experience or identity in the context of qualitative research or Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement. This session will open up honest discussion and provide...