NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre
Enabling translational research through partnership
This three-hour online course consists of trainer-led presentations, short video-talks from those experienced in the conduct of clinical research and interactive exercises. The course is run by the experienced research support specialists from the University of Oxford and Oxford University Hospital’s Joint Research Office, JRO. There is an optional 30-minute Q&A session directly after the... READ MORE
This is an intensive 3- (or 4-) day classroom-based course from Health and Economics Research Centre (HERC). It is for health economists and health professionals, with some knowledge of health economics, who wish to learn about the methodology of cost-effectiveness analysis as applied in health care. We are introducing a new optional module on Friday... READ MORE
This annual course provides a thorough grounding in the principles and practice of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) for evaluating healthcare interventions. You will learn from an interdisciplinary faculty of clinicians, statisticians, and trial managers, all with a wealth of RCT experience. The course uses a problem-based learning approach, including lectures and small-group practical sessions, and... READ MORE
This workshop by Rebecca Whittle includes practical tips and tricks for making sure your paper makes a stats reviewer’s heart sing, and not sink! For more details and for booking, follow this link.
This plenary talk, 'Patient Involvement: quality and quantity?', will be given by Dr Noémi Roy, Consultant Haematologist, Associate Professor in Molecular Haematology, University of Oxford. It will be followed by OUCAGS Trainee presentations. Attendance to this Zoom event is free of charge. Register here.
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 us for this online overview of clinical research governance and ethical review requirements. For more details, follow this link.
The Research Design Service South Central would like to discuss your research ideas with you. These sessions are for those who are starting out (or thinking about starting out) in research. You can book a session lasting 40 minutes to meet with an RDS adviser to have a friendly chat about your research idea. They... READ MORE
This Health and Economics Research Centre (HERC) short course is for health professionals and health researchers who would like to understand the basics of health economics and its relevance to the health service. No previous knowledge of economics is required. For more information, including pricing and discounted rates for booking on more than one online... READ MORE
This introductory course in epidemiology is intended for those who have little or no prior epidemiological training, but have moved into a student or staff role that requires an understanding of these epidemiological principles for their work. The course will take you from the basic principles of epidemiology, to the design, interpretation, and appraisal of... READ MORE
This training is led by Patricia Logullo. Your article title is the first – and possibly only – thing that most people will read. A great title grabs your readers’ attention and gives them the full picture about your article. Bring along your latest project to practise writing declarative, descriptive, and question titles. For more... READ MORE
This training is led by Patricia Logullo. An article abstract needs to be an accurate well-structured summary and entice your readers to read further. As many readers only have access to the abstract, and it is often used by journal editors and scientific committees to decide whether to send the article for peer review, you... READ MORE
Join us for this workshop, run by the Council for Allied Health Professions Research (CAHPR), that gives a flavour of working with patients and public in research in Oxfordshire. As well as defining patient and public involvement in research, two public contributors from Oxfordshire will outline their experiences of working with various clinical research projects... READ MORE
Oxford University Clinical Graduate Publishing School (OUCAGS) Plenary talks: 'Clinical Medicine Publishing at OUP' by Elizabeth Reeve and Caroline Smith from OUP 'Highlighting Academic Opportunities in Medical publishing - An introduction to the new Oxford DM’ – by Chris Pugh, OUCAGS Director Followed by Trainee presentations. Register here.
This is a new scheme that aims to attract students in registered healthcare, social work and public health professions (not including doctors and dentists) into the full range of research careers. The INSIGHT scheme will fund institutionally led programmes across 12 regions in England. Institutions will be able to apply for three years of funding... 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, NIHR... READ MORE
Do you have a clinical issue or problem that you would like to investigate? We’re looking for nurses, midwives, allied health practitioners, pharmacists and clinical scientists at any level of experience to present their ideas at a research networking event. The aim is to provide an opportunity for clinicians to engage and form partnerships with... READ MORE
Building Partnerships with Creativity and Justice: Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) in health care and research Are you connected to Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) and keen to know more and build partnerships? You are invited to join experts at Exeter University for a 3-day in-person summer school. About the course... READ MORE
Registration is open for this OUCAGS-NMAHPPS (Oxford University Clinical Academic Graduate School–Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacy Staff and Psychologists) research event, comprising an NIHR presentation about funding schemes for postdoctoral clinical academics (including doctors, nurses, midwives and AHPs), networking sessions and careers surgeries. This event is aimed at clinicians undertaking a doctorate;... READ MORE
Ensuring that health services, research and education meet the needs of people from all walks of life is vital. To achieve this, patients, their families and carers, alongside health and care staff, all need to work together. This webinar is the second of our two-part series focusing on men’s health. It will explore how health... READ MORE
Attendees will be sent pre-recorded talks from national experts before the event. They will then be able to ask questions and gain valuable insights that will help with their NIHR fellowship applications. Our panel all have substantial expertise in securing NIHR awards and supporting AHPs through the application process. For more information on this webinar,... READ MORE
The Centre for Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care is one of three OxINMAHR Research Centres. The Centre hosts seminars with speakers presenting on a range of topics related to research in nursing, midwifery, health and social care. Speakers include a mix of external and internal speakers as well as PhD students, early career and senior... READ MORE
The Centre for Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care is one of three OxINMAHR Research Centres. The Centre hosts seminars with speakers presenting on a range of topics related to research in nursing, midwifery, health and social care. Speakers include a mix of external and internal speakers as well as PhD students, early career and senior... READ MORE
The Research Design Service South Central would like to discuss your research ideas with you. These sessions are for those who are starting out (or thinking about starting out) in research in an NHS setting. You can book a session lasting 40 minutes to meet with an RDS adviser to have a friendly chat about... 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, NIHR... READ MORE
The course is the starting point for anyone involved in the healthcare sector or in health services who needs to be introduced to the language of economics and economic evaluation. It explains how economists evaluate the costs and benefits of health interventions, and how health economics is used by decision makers in the health services... READ MORE
Our first ever open day will offer a great opportunity to hear about how you can become involved in health research in our department. About the event You will be able to listen to researchers' updates on their current research projects, and have a tour of our laboratories to see the science in action. Over... READ MORE
This workshop is with Patricia Logullo. Learn about the rules for authorship, and practise negotiating authorship rights and responsibilities. Open to all staff and students of the University of Oxford, Oxford Brookes, and Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust. To book a session, please email us (equator@csm.ox.ac.uk) and we’ll send you the meeting link. For more... READ MORE
This three-day academic paper writing retreat is open to all nurse, AHP and healthcare researchers at any career stage, working or studying at Oxford Health Trust, OXINMAHR or Oxford Brookes University, who have a paper to write up for submission to an academic journal and need time and space to focus on this without interruption.... READ MORE
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 presentation through Microsoft Teams. To book a place contact: rgea.training@admin.ox.ac.uk For more information, click here.
Come and join us for our Open Day at the Westgate Centre in Oxford between 10am and 3.30pm on Wednesday 10th May. The event – held jointly with Oxford Health BRC – will allow members of the public to visit interactive stands showcasing some of the amazing research that takes place in Oxford for the... READ MORE
Practical statistics for epidemiology using R is intended for those who have been exposed to the field of epidemiology. Prior knowledge of epidemiological measures of association such as prevalence, odds, risks, rates and their ratios is required. This is the companion and follow-on course from our Introduction to epidemiology short course. It is aimed at... READ MORE
The Centre for Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care is one of three OxINMAHR Research Centres. The Centre hosts seminars with speakers presenting on a range of topics related to research in nursing, midwifery, health and social care. Speakers include a mix of external and internal speakers as well as PhD students, early career and senior... READ MORE
Health Economics Research Centre (HERC) ONLINE course This course, for those working in clinical trials, will give participants an understanding of what is required to design and conduct an economic evaluation alongside a clinical trial. No previous knowledge of economics is required. For full information on HERC courses, including pricing, please visit: www.herc.ox.ac.uk/herc-short-courses or contact... READ MORE
This online workshop is with Jen de Beyer. Whether standing by your conference poster, at a professional networking event, or in the pub, the question is the same: "So, what is it that you do?" With that crucial 2-minute elevator pitch answer ready, you'll never say "ummmm" again! Open to all staff and students of... READ MORE
