NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre
Enabling translational research through partnership
Join us for ARC Oxford’s last event of the year – our AHP PechaKucha where Allied-Health Professionals from across Oxfordshire will present 20 picture slides (each slide with 20 seconds of speech) about their profession and how/what research is changing their practice. We’re inviting one person from each AHP profession. The audience will judge the... READ MORE
Register to attend our workshop on 10 December 2019! Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) is an important element of most research funding applications, but how can you get it right from the start and develop PPI activities that are valuable for you and your contributors? This workshop brings together PPI contributors from three NIHR organisations... READ MORE
This is one of a series of Patient and Public Involvement Workshops we are running for patients and members of the public. Places are free but limited and you must register to attend. About this workshop User-led research means that users make decisions about research, for example what is researched and how the study is... READ MORE
A lunchtime lecture by Dr Iona Millwood focusing on evidence from conventional and genetic epidemiology in relation to alcohol and cardiovascular disease risk. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION ON EVENTBRITE
Jo Silva Extend the life and reach of your article after publication by working with your communications team and engaging with potential readers through social media. EQUATOR’s accessible, practical, interactive and indispensable monthly one-hour “Lightning Workshops” cover all the essential aspects of writing and publishing your academic research. Lightning Workshops take place at the Botnar... READ MORE
Professor Bruno Marchal will illustrate the principles of realist evaluation using the case of the development of a new Tuberculosis control policy in Georgia. MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION ON EVENTBRITE
This half-day workshop is designed to provide the opportunity to explore the consent process in more depth and covering the requirements for NIHR portfolio studies and clinical trials conducted within the NHS. https://local.nihr.ac.uk/events/thames-valley-and-south-midlands-valid-informed-consent/14136
This event is to celebrate and raise the profile of continuous improvement work across the LCRN region. We are looking for attendees who are interested in engaging more with improvement and innovation in their workplace. More information
Hepatitis B is estimated to infect close to 300 million people globally, and a third of the world's population has been exposed to the virus. International sustainable development goals have set ambitious targets for the elimination of viral hepatitis as a public health threat by the year 2030. With a safe, effective vaccine and widely... READ MORE
Basic laboratory skills are essential to ensure confident and competent handling of study supplies and equipment, enabling research staff to contribute to the delivery of clinical research protocols as part of their research team. More information
This one day workshop is designed to provide participants with an insight into the necessary communication skills needed to receive true valid informed consent from trial participants. More information
**Sign up now open!** Our ‘Introduction to Medical Research: Essential Skills’ course provides an overview of key steps and common methods in medical research and its publication. The course is provided by OUCAGS in collaboration with the EQUATOR Network, an expert provider in health research education. It is available free of charge, and each module is... READ MORE
The politics and practicalities of communicating health research. Session led by Oli Williams, looking particularly at obesity. Free event, open to all. Part of the Evidence Based Healthcare programme at the University of Oxford. Register for tickets on Eventbrite
Paula Dhiman Practice dealing with the kind, the fair, and the seriously challenging.
For anyone involved in grant submissions or the set up and co-ordination of clinical trials. This workshop aims to increase your understanding of the basic principles of cost attribution for clinical research studies within the NHS in line with AcoRD guidance. More information
Tuesday 12 November 11:00 -12:30 Seminar Meeting Room, Boundary Brook House Thursday 12 December 11:00 -12:30 Seminar Meeting Room, Boundary Brook House 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... READ MORE
This three hour course is for experienced research delivery staff who have already done GCP training, have recent practical experience of working in a clinical research environment and have a good understanding of the principles and quality standards of GCP and related frameworks. More information
Merton College, Oxford OX1 4JD, Monday 11 November, 9.30-17.00 A symposium organised by the Nuffield Department of Population Health to mark the 60th anniversary of the Hinchliffe Report - a Government Committee which examined the rise in pharmaceutical expenditure following the introduction of the NHS and to look at similar challenges which we face today.... READ MORE
Make sure your research articles are fit for purpose! Learn the secrets of success in writing, publishing, and disseminating your research. Both days run from 9am to 5pm. Fees include lunch, refreshments, and course materials.
Prof Jeffrey Braithwaite leads a discussion about what it means to be part of a complex adaptive system and build a learning system for the future. For policymakers, managers, clinicians and researchers. A FREE NIHR ARC Oxford Event. Register on Eventbrite
Three local NIHR organisations - the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Oxford and the NIHR Oxford Health BRC - are running a series of workshops in 2019 and 2020 for patients and members of the public. Each workshop will cover a different topic and explore ways in which... READ MORE
Green Templeton College Saturday 26 October 9.30 -16.00 The conference is open to all members of the University and hospitals. Tickets are free with a £15 deposit which is refundable on attendance. A free lunch will be provided. https://fixr.co/event/489532699
22 October 9.00-16.30 Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford OX3 7HE This full-day workshop is designed to provide a basic introduction to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the requirements of the NHS Research Governance Framework, https://local.nihr.ac.uk/events/thames-valley-and-south-midlands-introduction-to-good-clinical-practice-gcp/14160
**Sign up now open!** Our ‘Introduction to Medical Research: Essential Skills’ course provides an overview of key steps and common methods in medical research and its publication. The course is provided by OUCAGS in collaboration with the EQUATOR Network, an expert provider in health research education. It is available free of charge, and each module is... READ MORE
17 October 10.00-12.30 Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford OX3 7HE This course is only available to those people who are involved in NIHR research. The workshop aims to increase participants understanding of the basic principles of cost attribution for clinical research studies within the NHS in line with the AcoRD guidance. https://local.nihr.ac.uk/events/thames-valley-and-south-midlands-cost-attribution-for-clinical-research-studies-within-the-nhs/14143
Gibson Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter 17 & 18 October 9.00-17.00 This two-day course, run by the Nuffield Department of Primary Care, will serve as an introduction to some of the concepts and principles in the economics of health and health care. It will provide an in-depth understanding of the tools usually used by health economists... READ MORE
We will provide you with tips on how to critically evaluate a paper and help you to develop your reading and appraisal skills. FREE and includes pizza and drinks. To book your place email cahpr.oxfordshire@gmail.com John Henry Brookes Building, Room 2.06, Oxford Brookes University
Jen de Beyer Great writing is simple, clear, and complete. You’ll practice balancing these three elements in group editing exercises. EQUATOR’s accessible, practical, interactive and indispensable monthly one-hour “Lightning Workshops” cover all the essential aspects of writing and publishing your academic research. Lightning Workshops take place at the Botnar Research Centre’s main seminar room from... READ MORE
This free masterclass focuses on how to sell your research idea by writing a convincing application with a good structure, flow and argument, and providing guidance on what reviewers are looking for. This event is open to any researchers who are intending to apply to any NIHR or other national, competitive, peer reviewed funding programme... READ MORE
The Academic Industry Meeting Day (AIMDay) is part of a series of innovative networking events that enable industry groups and other external organisations to set the agenda and gain academic perspective into industry challenges. With small group discussion based on questions submitted in advance by industry, the workshop will give industry partners and researchers the... READ MORE
Three days of workshops aimed at clinicians, researchers and SMEs in the diagnostic sector. £195 a day or £585 for three days. https://www.oxforduniversitystores.co.uk/browse/product-selection?product-token=120a96af5c39212abcf5e71d8f95f39c
This free event will bring together AHPs already research active or looking to get involved in research. This is an opportunity to share learning with colleagues and peers from across the community. You will have the chance to get feedback from a broad range of attendees, build your network and develop your presentation skills. http://profbriefings.net/index.php/registration-ahp19
1 October 9.00-17.00 and 8 October 8.45-16.15 OUH@cowley OX4 6LN This CRN course is free to NIHR funded research delivery staff and those working on NIHR portfolio studies. It offers you the opportunity to gain an understanding of the management and running of clinical studies. https://local.nihr.ac.uk/events/thames-valley-and-south-midlands-next-steps-in-delivering-clinical-research-1st-and-8th-october-2019/14345
