This event aims to build an increased appreciation and understanding of how culture and religion shape perceptions of mental health and research – and how we can use these insights to improve inclusive research practice and engagement strategies. Through a mix of talks, sharing and workshops, we’ll explore practical ways to enhance and shift our […]
Join us on World Bipolar Day for an evidence-based webinar on bipolar disorder, hosted by the Mental Elf. Bipolar disorder affects approximately 1-2% of the population and is characterised by recurrent episodes of mania or hypomania and depression. It's associated with significant functional impairment, high rates of co-morbidity, and reduced life expectancy. Despite effective treatments […]
April marks Autism Acceptance Month, an important opportunity to move beyond awareness and focus on meaningful inclusion. As understanding of neurodiversity grows, so too does recognition of the need for research that better reflects and supports neurodivergent communities. Yet despite increasing attention, neurodivergent people remain under-represented in many areas of mental health research. Join us for a special […]
In modern healthcare research, demonstrating that new treatments are cost-effective is as important as showing they are clinically effective. This short course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to plan and incorporate economic evaluation into clinical trials from the start. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, the course helps ensure that a […]
RDF26 is the UK’s leading event for health and care research leadership, management, and strategy. Bringing together professionals from across the UK, RDF26 is where the community comes together to share ideas, showcase best practice, and shape the future of health and care research & development. Sponsorship, exhibitor and delegate registration now available RDF26 will take […]
Those working in Inclusive Research or interested in learning in how to make their research more inclusive (e.g. PhD students, early career researchers, established researchers, project and programme managers and administrative staff) are invited to attend this showcase event. This event aims to emphasise the importance of research inclusion and as a condition of funding […]
The public, students and staff are invited to join us for a tea and cake to celebrate International Clinical Trials Day 2026. 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 […]
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. Oxford and Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre will showcase the exciting medical innovation that’s taking place in Oxford. Experience interactive stands showcasing the ground-breaking research that is driving change for […]
The course is designed for those who need to perform cost-effectiveness analysis in healthcare and those who need to understand in some depth the issues that health economists face when […]
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 […]
We are happy to announce that next year’s UKCRF Network Conference will be held in Dublin, at the historic Trinity college. More details to follow Registration available form April 2026
The NIHR BRC: Oxford is holding a free online public talk on Tuesday 21 July at 2pm Many women experience high blood pressure during pregnancy, and it is increasingly recognised as an early warning sign for health problems later in life. Conditions such as gestational hypertension and preeclampsia are known to increase a woman’s longer-term […]
