NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre
Enabling translational research through partnership
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) has become a recognised way of tackling tremors in people with Parkinson's disease. Now this technique - delivering an electrical pulse into the brain - is being explored as a potential treatment for other neurological conditions.A new study is looking at whether DBS can help to treat chronic pain in people... READ MORE
The ASCEND Network, a research leadership group open to staff who identify as women or gender non-conforming, is hosting a leadership workshop on ‘Research Ideation – Finding the White Space’ and ‘Funding Pathways Beyond the Obvious’. Date: Tuesday 24th FebruaryTime: 9:00-13:00 (lunch will be provided) Venue: TBC We hope that by the end of the... READ MORE
About the workshop This online workshop applies behavioural science to the real-world decisions people make about taking part in research. You'll be introduced to fast, automatic thinking (System 1) and slow, deliberate thinking (System 2) and use them to map key decision points across the recruitment journey. You'll identify what can drive early awareness and... READ MORE
Are you a researcher who wants to know more about Patient and Public Involvement (PPI)? Are you a researcher who is looking for reliable online resources to help get you started with PPI? Are you a PPI lead or responsible for PPI in your team or theme looking for support and information? If so, the NIHR... READ MORE
This informative and practical online training session will discuss the importance of Plain English Summaries in medical research and what’s involved in a lay reviewer role. Who's it for? It's aimed at members of the public who would like to contribute to the research process. This session will give you the skills and confidence to... READ MORE
Step into the future of healthcare at our Health Research Showcase event 2026 🌟 Join us at the Westgate Centre in Oxford on Thursday 28 May. We are teaming up again with Oxford Health BRC to showcase the exciting medical innovation that’s taking place in Oxford. Experience interactive stands showcasing the ground-breaking research that is driving... READ MORE
Are you a researcher who wants to know more about Patient and Public Involvement (PPI)? Are you a researcher who is looking for reliable online resources to help get you started with PPI? Are you a PPI lead or responsible for PPI in your team or theme looking for support and information? If so, the NIHR... READ MORE