Dr Harrison said she started the study because she feels there is a lack of research into the needs of people with learning disabilities. She explained: "I think we don't really understand people with learning disabilities. We can understand older people, we can understand children, but we can't necessarily understand people who for so long […]

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.

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 […]

The Equality Act 2010 plays a vital role in shaping fair and inclusive healthcare research — yet its relevance is not always widely understood. In this online session, Mili Kalia, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Oxford BRC, and Angeli Vaid, Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Training and Inclusion Manager, Oxford BRC, will explore the key principles […]

The public, students and staff and invited to join us for tea and cake to celebrate International Clinical Trials Day 2025. The open afternoon provides an opportunity to: Learn more about research and how you could get involved Meet the local research community Learn about student placements, careers in research and research opportunities for healthcare […]

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 change […]

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 […]

An informative online session on practical tools for ethnicity inclusion in health research. As a researcher and health practitioner, this event is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your approach to inclusive research.  What to expect Training on the NIHR INCLUDE Ethnicity Framework with Professor Shaun Treweek. Researchers from NIHR Oxford Health BRC share their experiences with […]

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 […]

Are you a researcher, PPIE lead, or coordinator supporting public involvement in research? This practical online ‘train the trainer’ session is designed to equip you with the tools, tips, and […]

Network Meta-Analyses (NMAs) are often complex and challenging projects. This 3-day interactive course will focus on the tools you need to understand, write and critically appraise an NMA. A selected […]