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SUMMARY:Coping styles & help seeking in dementia research: DETERMIND
DESCRIPTION:“What can coping styles tell us about help seeking in dementia? Findings from DETERMIND” Presented by Isaac Duncan-Cross \nIsaac Duncan-Cross is nearing the end of his PhD at the University of Sussex under the supervision of Dr Eleanor Miles and Dr Ben Hicks\, focussed on affect regulation and help seeking in people with dementia. His research takes place in collaboration with the DETERMIND Project\, a national research initiative focussed on tackling dementia care inequalities in the UK. \nIsaac will present the mixed-method findings of his PhD research\, looking at the relationship between coping and formal service use in dementia. He will present coping styles as a novel predictor of diagnostic timing in dementia\, performing above and beyond pre-established sociodemographic predictors. He will also discuss both coping and help seeking post-diagnosis\, as experienced by people with dementia themselves. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/coping-styles-help-seeking-in-dementia-research-determind/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T140000
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SUMMARY:Equadem Funding Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Equadem Network + webinar to find out about research internships and pilot projects.\n\n\n\nEquadem Network Plus is a 5-year funded ESRC/NIHR network that brings together people with dementia\, carers\, health and social care professionals\, academics\, and charities and commissioners to find solutions to dementia inequalities in diagnosis and care. \nWe will be launching our next funding rounds on the 3rd of November\, Deadline 15th January\, for you to apply for either: \n\n12-month 1-day a week research internships for health and social care professionals and charity workers\n12/18-month pilot projects\n\nResearch internships and pilot projects will commence 1st April 2026. \nAt this webinar\, you will find ot more about these two funding opportunities and hear from a currently funded research intern. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/equadem-funding-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Salon Debate - AI and Disparities in Research and Care
DESCRIPTION:Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) widening inequalities in research and care or helping to reduce them? Join Dr Isabel Castanho & Dr Eleanor Conole for a live debate on 12 Nov at 8pm and vote on the motion. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House believes that AI is furthering disparities in research and care.\n\nAs artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into healthcare and research\, it brings opportunities for innovation in diagnosis\, treatment\, and data management. At the same time\, its use raises important questions about fairness\, representation\, and access. This debate will explore whether AI is helping to reduce disparities\, or whether it risks reinforcing existing ones. \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nDr Isabel Castanho is an Instructor at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center\, Harvard Medical School. Her research investigates protective mechanisms in Alzheimer’s and related neurodegenerative diseases\, using single‑cell and spatial transcriptomics to explore cognitive resilience. She completed her PhD in epigenomics of Alzheimer’s disease at the University of Exeter\, and transitioned from bench lab work to computational biology\, leading to promoted role in 2024. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Eleanor Conole is a Junior Research Fellow in Applied AI at the University of Oxford\, affiliated with the Department of Biochemistry. Her research explores the links between inflammation\, brain ageing\, and cognitive decline\, building on her previous work with the Lothian Birth Cohorts at the University of Edinburgh. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience funded by the Wellcome Trust. \n\nWhat to Expect\nJoin us for a live online debate where our speakers will present opposing views on the continued relevance of animal models in dementia research. The session will include: \n\n10-minute opening statements from each speaker\nModerated discussion\nAudience Q&A\nLive vote before and after the debate to see if opinions shift\n\nThis is your chance to explore whether technology is bridging gaps in healthcare — or building new ones. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-ai-and-disparities-in-research-and-care/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
CREATED:20251023T083702Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia research in action; from trials to treatments
DESCRIPTION:As dementia research goes from strength to strength\, join us as we discuss these important trials and treatments in action. \nChaired by Alzheimer’s Disease International CEO Ms Paola Barbarino\, with further speakers to be announced in the coming weeks. \nAI translations will be available in over 67 languages Including Afrikaans\, Albanian\, Arabic\, Bengali\, Cantonese\, Chinese (Simplified)\, Chinese (Traditional)\, Croatian\, Czech\, Danish\, Dutch\, English\, Estonian\, Finnish\, French\, German\, Greek\, Gujarati\, Hebrew\, Hindi\, Hungarian\, Indonesian (Bahasa)\, Irish\, Italian\, Japanese\, Korean\, Malay\, Norwegian\, Persian\, Polish\, Portuguese\, Punjabi\, Romanian\, Russian\, Serbian\, Slovak\, Spanish\, Swahili\, Swedish\, Tagalog\, Tamil\, Thai\, Turkish\, Ukrainian\, Urdu\, Vietnamese and Welsh. \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/dementia-research-in-action-from-trials-to-treatments/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T144500
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
CREATED:20251029T130438Z
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SUMMARY:Can we create a culture of public engagement in data research?
DESCRIPTION:This Health Data Research UK webinar will explore how data research and statistics might embody a culture of public engagement at all levels. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/can-we-create-a-culture-of-public-engagement-in-data-research/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Creative Brainwaves: Talks & Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Creative Brainwaves: Global Voices\, Creative Solutions\, Healthier Minds\nCreative Brainwaves returns to dlr Libraries on 14 November. Join us to explore how engagement in the creative arts can benefit our brain health. \nHosted and curated by Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health\, Karen Meenan and Mike Hanrahan with support from Creative Ireland\, these sessions will showcase global and local initiatives in creative arts\, dementia\, brain health\, Parkinson’s disease\, and extended reality (XR) with talks\, workshops\, and performances aimed at promoting wellbeing through creativity and innovation. \nAttendees are welcome to join the morning session\, the afternoon session\, or both. \nMorning Session  — Talks & Presentations\n11.00am – 12.45pm \nSpeakers include: \n\nGráinne McGettrick\, Atlantic Fellow and Director of Research and Policy at Acquired Brain Injury Ireland\nAnne Marie Glynn\, Chief Operations Officer at the Global Brain Health Institute at Trinity College Dublin\nRichelle Flanagan\, founder of My Moves Matter and co-founder of The Women’s Parkinsons Project\nAnusha Yasoda-Mohan\, programme manager for EMERALD-Lewy and expert on tinnitus\nNicholas Johnson\, Associate Professor\, Head of Drama and Global Brain Health Institute faculty member at Trinity College Dublin\nGabrielle Breathnach\, actor and facilitator\nAlice Wroe\, XR Lead for Atlantic Institute\nRichard Smith\, XR Specialist for Atlantic Institute\n\nAfternoon Session — Workshops\nAll ticketholders are welcome to join Alice Wroe\, XR Lead for Atlantic Institute and Richard Smith\, XR Specialist for Atlantic Institute\, for a session on extended reality as they create a 360 video. \n1.30-2.20pm: Extended Reality (XR) workshop lead by Alice Wroe and Richard Smith \nIn the booking form please select one workshop from the list below. Your ticket allows you to attend this workshop only. \n2.40-3.30pm: Interactive Workshops \n\nTheatre workshop facilitated by Karen Meenan\, co-hosted by Gabrielle Breathnach\nParticipants will join Karen Meenan\, dementia communicator\, playwright\, radio presenter and producer for this workshop and Gabrielle Breathnach\, actor and facilitator and writer of the dementia inclusive play Fragments.\nTheatre workshop facilitated by Nicholas Johnson\nThe session will be facilitated by Nicholas Johnson\, Associate Professor and Head of Drama at Trinity College Dublin\, where he acts as the arts and health lead for the Global Brain Health Institute and co-directs the Trinity Centre for Beckett Studies.\nDance with Anusha Yasoda-Mohan\nAnusha Yasoda-Mohan\, is an Atlantic Fellow for Equity in Brain Health at the Global Brain Health Institute\, and Program Manager for a National Research Programme EMERALD-Lewy. She is also a trained Indian classical and Bollywood dancer\, and will lead this accessible workshop\, suitable for seated participants.\nNutrition for Optimum Brain Health led by Richelle Flanagan (sold out)\nJoin dietician Richelle Flanagan\, co-founder of the Women’s Parkinson’s Project and My Moves Matter\, as she facilitates this workshop about nutrition and the importance of diet for optimum brain health.\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\nAny queries or questions can be sent to libraryculture@dlrcoco.ie \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/creative-brainwaves-talks-workshops/
LOCATION:Trinity College Dublin\, College Green\, Dublin\, Dublin 2\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Science Fair
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Neuroscience 2025
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Dates: Saturday\, November 15–Wednesday\, November 19\n \nLocation: San Diego Convention Center \nEach year\, scientists from around the world congregate to discover new ideas\, share their research\, and experience the best the field has to offer. Attend so you can: present research\, network with scientists\, attend session and events\, and browse the exhibit hall. \nJoin the nearly half a million neuroscientists from around the world who have propelled their careers by presenting an abstract at an SfN annual meeting — the premier global neuroscience event. \nRegistation for non SFN Members opens in July \n 
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neuroscience-2025/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 West Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251119
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:AAIC Neuroscience Next 2026: Abstract Submission Notifications
DESCRIPTION:Students and early career investigators were invited to spotlight their research at AAIC Neuroscience Next  \n\nThe Manchester Hub will focus on biomarkers across multiple domains\, and is particularly keen to encourage abstacts spanning the folling areas: \n\nFluid Biomarkers\nCognitive Assessments\nPhysiological and Behavioural Biomarkers\nNeuroimaging\nTechnology Biomarkers\n\nWe expect abstract notifcations to be sent out on or around the 18th November
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/aaic-neuroscience-next-2026-abstract-submission-notifications/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
CREATED:20251023T084323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T084323Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Academic Writing and Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Community Insights: AI in Academic Writing and Publishing \nWill using AI impact my chances of publication?​ Who do I need to check AI policies with and how? What sections of a research paper is AI most useful for? \nArtificial intelligence (AI) is changing how research is written\, shared and reviewed. For some\, it represents an opportunity to advance research and make writing and publishing more accessible across the globe. For others\, it raises concerns about researcher integrity\, the quality of learning and the value of developing writing skills. \nAs the use of AI in academic publishing grows\, many researchers are unsure how to approach it confidently and responsibly. Questions remain about what is acceptable\, what should be disclosed and how to balance efficiency with authenticity in research communication. \nJoin senior Nature Portfolio editor Sadra Bakhshandeh (Nature Reviews Bioengineering\, Nature Biomedical Engineering)\, Springer Nature Head of Journals Policy\, Ellie Gendle and experienced researchers Kamar Ameen-Ali (Teesside University) and Wynand Lambrechts (University of Johannesburg) as they discuss current attitudes\, evolving policies and practical approaches to engaging with AI in your own work\, whether you are an early adopter\, a cautious observer or somewhere in between. \nDuring this webinar\, they will answer your questions and share practical advice to help you: \n\nUnderstand how to discover and interpret relevant AI policies\nEvaluate opportunities and risks when considering AI tools\nAvoid common pitfalls that can lead to ethical concerns or rejection\nUse AI thoughtfully to enhance rather than replace your own writing skills\n\nPlease note that any questions should be submitted during registration\, via the registration link. While we will attempt to answer as many questions as we can\, in the interest of time\, we may only be able to cover questions of common interest\, so please keep your questions relevant to the topic of AI in academic writing and publishing. \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/ai-in-academic-writing-and-publishing/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Shaping the future for brain health
DESCRIPTION:Shaping the future for brain health\, dementia prevention and future care needs\, including quality and measurement \nThis webinar\, held in collaboration with the NIHR Policy Research Unit in Dementia and Neurodegeneration (Queen Mary University of London)\, brings together the latest evidence on dementia risk reduction\, models of care\, homecare quality and data sets for older people. Presentations will cover attitudes toward brain health among minoritised ethnic communities\, consensus policy recommendations on dementia prevention\, preferences for new models of care\, and insights into what quality homecare means to older people and stakeholders. The session will also explore the development of a minimum data set for homecare\, offering evidence and guidance to inform policy\, practice\, and research. \nThis session will include talks on: \n\nAttitudes Toward Brain Health and Dementia Risk Reduction Among Minoritised Ethnic Communities in the United Kingdom: A Cross-Sectional Survey Analysis\nThe Nottingham consensus on dementia risk reduction policy: recommendations from a modified-Delphi process\nPreferences for new models of care for people aged 50+ with high care needs: evidence summary\, focus groups and discrete choice experiment\nThe meaning of quality of home care for older people and key stakeholders: a scoping review\nExploring the content of a minimum data set for homecare: desk-based review and stakeholder consultation\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/shaping-the-future-for-brain-health/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T133000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Social care for young onset dementia: the financial impact
DESCRIPTION:This Young Dementia Network webinar will highlight the the role of social care in enabling families affected by young onset dementia to plan for and cope with the financial challenges. \nIt will introduce a resource that has been co-produced to help commissioners of services\, social care\, dementia services and third sector professionals to appreciate the impact of young onset dementia on finances and how vital it is to have responsive\, co-ordinated services. The aim is to motivate commissioners and all those developing and delivering local services to ensure they provide effective support for people with young onset dementia and their families to manage their financial situation. \nIn this webinar\, Elaine\, who cares for her husband Lawrence who has young onset dementia\, will talk about her experiences of the financial impact and support to manage this. Dr Catherine Quinn from the University of Bradford will provide findings from the DYNAMIC project\, centring around a summary of what we know about the financial impact of young onset dementia. \nWe will then focus on the process of co-production and the resulting co-produced resource\, designed to help raise awareness of the need for co-ordinated services to help families to manage the financial impact of living with young onset dementia. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/webinar-social-care-for-young-onset-dementia-the-financial-impact/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Debate - Rethinking Research Funding: Peer Review vs Lottery
DESCRIPTION:Is it time to rethink how we award research funding? Join Dr Byron Creese and Dr Subhashisa Swain for a live online debate on 19 November at 8pm GMT and cast your vote. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House believes that grant funding should be distributed by lottery\, not peer review.\n\nWith growing concerns about bias\, inefficiency\, and inequity in the peer review process\, some have proposed random allocation\, or partial lotteries\, as a fairer way to fund science. But would replacing peer review with chance undermine merit and rigour? Or could it free researchers from wasted effort and create more diverse\, innovative science? Join this live debate to explore whether the grant lottery is a radical gamble or a rational solution. \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nDr Byron Creese is a Senior Lecturer & Director of Research at Brunel University of London. His research focuses on the biological basis of neuropsychiatric symptoms in dementia and related disorders. Byron has been involved in large-scale studies and leads several multidisciplinary collaborations. He is interested in how funding structures influence scientific creativity and equity. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Subhashisa Swain is an NIHR ARC Dementia Postdoctoral Research Fellow\, based jointly at the University of Oxford and Keele University. A physiotherapist and epidemiologist by training\, his research focuses on dementia\, ageing\, multimorbidity\, and musculoskeletal conditions. He uses large electronic health records and advanced statistical techniques to study complex health trajectories and improve care across the life course. With over a decade of research experience in both developing and developed countries\, he is also involved in postgraduate teaching and international collaborations. \n\nWhat to Expect\nJoin us for a live online debate where our speakers will present opposing views on the continued relevance of animal models in dementia research. The session will include: \n\n10-minute opening statements from each speaker\nModerated discussion\nAudience Q&A\nLive vote before and after the debate to see if opinions shift\n\nThis is your opportunity to explore whether the future of research funding lies in expert judgment\, the luck of the draw\, or perhaps a mix of the two. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-rethinking-research-funding-peer-review-vs-lottery/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:BRACE Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:We would like to invite dementia researchers to join us at our free BRACE academic conference on Thursday 20th November\, 1pm – 5pm\, in Bristol. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe half-day conference is free to attend and offers the opportunity to meet dementia researchers\, the BRACE team and to learn more about the latest research into early diagnosis\, and possible causes of dementia. \nBRACE PhD students are warmly invited to display posters during the event. \nLocation\nThe event is taking place in Bristol\, at the BAWA Club\, 589 Southmead Road. Bristol BS34 7RG. \nGetting there\nThere is ample free parking. If you would like to travel by train the nearest station is Parkway which is 2.6 miles away. The following Bristol buses stop nearby\, 2\, 24 and 76. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent agenda\n\n1 pm Registration\, refreshments\, networking and PhD posters on display.\n1:30 pm Welcome from CEO of BRACE\, Chris Williams.\n1:45 pm – 2:45 pm First Speaker – Professor Liz Coulthard\, University of Bristol. Early dementia diagnosis developments\, Q&As.\n2:45 pm – 3:15 pm Break – refreshments and networking.\n3:15 pm – 4:15 pm Second Speaker – Dr Vesna Vuksanovic\, Swansea University. Brain ageing model: identifying neuroimaging patterns with relevance to neurodegeneration\, Q&As.\n4:15 pm – 5 pm Final words and last chance to network.\n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/brace-conference-2025/
LOCATION:BAWA Healthcare & Leisure\, 589 Southmead Road\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T130000
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SUMMARY:Fluid and Neuroimaging Biomarker Forum
DESCRIPTION:We’re starting a new open discussion space for researchers working with fluid and neuroimaging biomarkers. The aim is simple: to talk together about the work we’re doing\, the samples and data we use\, and the challenges we face in linking biomarkers to patient condition and disease progression.\n\n\nOur first session will explore bias in biomarker research – from patient selection to sample handling and data interpretation. How do these factors shape our findings\, and what can we do to improve rigour and reproducibility? \n\nHosted by Ria Kodosaki\, this is not a formal seminar but a space for conversation. Bring papers\, examples from your own work\, or simply come to listen and connect. Together\, we can build a forum that supports collaboration and strengthens the science behind our biomarkers.\n\nJoin Us
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/fluid-and-neuroimaging-biomaker-forum/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T120000
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SUMMARY:Scottish Cognitive Ageing Network Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Cognitive Ageing Network conference 2025. This free event for members (it’s free to join!) meets to celebrate and discuss the latest in cognitive ageing / brain health research in Scotland. \nTime: 1-2pm\, tea and coffee will be served from 12.30pm \nVenue: Clarice Pears room 163\, spaces are limited\, if you cannot attend in person please use this / Hybrid information. Zoom meeting ID 848 8754 9983 Passcode 583488 \nAgenda: \n\n1200 Lunch\n1245 Intro and welcome\n1300 Presentations\n1345 Break (with posters)\n1400 Presentations\n1430 Breakout: what are the top 3 questions in cognitive ageing research today?\n1500 Dr Michele Svanera\, University of Glasgow: “AI Methods for Brain Health Estimation”\n1545 Question and answer session\n1600 Any other business\n\nPresentations are a mix of 5/15 minute talks – please get in touch with a short abstract to Donald.Lyall@glasgow.ac.uk by noon of October 31st if you would like to present and/or display a poster. \n\n\n\n\nWebsite: https://sites.google.com/view/scottishcognitiveageingnetwork/home \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/scottish-cognitive-ageing-network-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Clarice Pears Building\, 90 Byres Road\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G12 8TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T163000
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SUMMARY:ISTAART Journal Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the ISTAART Neuropsychiatric Syndromes Professional Interest Area (NPS PIA) for a trainee-led Journal Club showcasing emerging research across neurodegenerative diseases. \nThis session highlights innovative work exploring the complex links between neuropsychiatric symptoms and dementia\, offering a forum for discussion\, feedback\, and shared learning. \nThe event will feature: \n\nJulia Bacci – Depressive Symptoms and Cognitive Function in the U.S. POINTER StudyQ&A facilitated by: Kristin Krueger\nIbadat Warring – Outdoor Light at Night and Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in DementiaQ&A facilitated by: Manuela Tondelli\n\nThis interactive programme provides a platform for early-career researchers to present their findings\, exchange ideas\, and strengthen international collaboration within the NPS research community. \nWho Should Attend: \nResearchers\, clinicians\, students\, and anyone interested in neuropsychiatric symptoms\, dementia\, and related neurodegenerative conditions. \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/istaart-journal-club/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Policy workshop for early- and mid-career researchers
DESCRIPTION:Supporting early and mid-career researchers focused on dementia & neurodegenerative conditions to bridge the gap between policy & research.\n\n\n\nJoin us for a full day of networking\, discussion and career development focused on bridging the gap between research and policy. This collaborative event is being co-organised by three organisations that support and train early and mid-career researchers: DeNPRU-QM\, NIHR Three Schools’ Dementia Research Programme\, and I-Care DTC. \nThe day will begin with a welcome from each of the co-organisers\, followed by a panel discussion chaired by Prof Yvonne Birks (University of York) exploring how researchers can effectively engage with policymakers and tailor their work to inform policy. After a networking lunch\, early and mid-career researchers will break into groups to discuss career-stage challenges before coming together for interactive activities designed to foster collaboration and communication. \nWe will conclude with a feedback session followed by a relaxed social event\, offering plenty of opportunities to connect and exchange ideas. \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please email denpru@qmul.ac.uk. \nPlease note that the only remaining tickets are for postdoctoral researchers. \n\nRegister
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/policy-workshop-for-early-and-mid-career-researchers/
LOCATION:National STEM Learning Centre\, Heslington\, Yorkshire\, YO10 5DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:International learning: dementia and employment research from Canada
DESCRIPTION:This series brings together researchers\, experts in dementia and employment\, and people with lived experience to discuss: \n\nInclusive employment practices\nLegal frameworks and rights\nCognitive health in the workplace\nPerspectives from those living with dementia\n\n🌐 Open to all: carers\, people with lived experience\, employers\, health and social care professionals\, researchers\, and anyone interested in dementia and work. \nProgramme \n\nInternational learning: dementia and employment research from CanadaTuesday 25 November\, 14:00 – 15:00\n\nDementia\, Employment and the LawTuesday 13 January\, 14:00 – 15:00 \n\n\nThe Working With Dementia Lived Experience Panel present dementia and employment resourcesTuesday 24 February\, 14:00 – 15:00 \n\n\nLet’s build a future where everyone’s contribution is valued. Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/YGwhb3rU8c
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/international-learning-dementia-and-employment-research-from-canada/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
CREATED:20251027T095042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T095042Z
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SUMMARY:NIHR Nottingham BRC Conference
DESCRIPTION:The NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre Annual Conference brings you the latest breakthroughs in our research together with national and international perspectives on translational research in the UK. \nAttendance is free of charge for members of the NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre\, and our partners and funders. \nYou are invited to register your poster for the NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre Conference 2025 \nPlease register to reserve your place and to receive updates on our programme\, workshops and keynote speakers. \n\nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/nihr-nottingham-brc-conference/
LOCATION:Albert Hall Conference Centre\, Derby Road\, Nottingham\, NG1 5AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:London Brain Health Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Alzheimer’s Research UK’s London Network for their first London in-person networking event to hear talks on mental health and dementia research and share pizza with others\n\n\n\nBrain Health Networking \nWelcome to the Brain Health Networking event! Join us at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine for a series of talks on mental health and dementia followed by a social in the Pumphandle Bar at LSHTM (drinks and pizza on us!) \n3.30 – 5.00\, Talks: \n\nDr Nathasia Mudiwa Muwanigwa\, University College London/ UK Dementia Research Institute: From Molecules to Communities: Understanding Tau-RNA Interactions and Bridging Gaps in Dementia Research.\nDr Ben Fell\, Akrivia Health: The Akrivia Clinical Record Interactive Search Platform: Natural Language Processing-enriched Electronic Health Records data for psychiatry research.\nDr Harriet Demnitz-King\, Queen Mary University of London: APPLE-Tree: Active Prevention in People at risk of dementia through Lifestyle\, bEhaviour change and Technology to build REsiliEnce.\nDr Georgia Gore-Langton\, Dr Anne Suffel\, Brain Health Group\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine: From Pathogens to Psychiatry – Using health records\, genetic and serological data to understand the link between infections and mental health.\n\n5 – 7 pm\, Networking: \nJoin us at the PumpHandle bar at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine to meet and connect with other researchers. Drinks and pizza provided. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/london-brain-health-networking-event/
LOCATION:London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine\, Keppel Street\, London\, WC1E 7HT
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Catchup - Debate - Is Peer Review Beyond Repair?
DESCRIPTION:Can peer review still serve science effectively? Join Kalliopi Mavromati and Dr Evelina Valionyte for a live debate on 26 November at 8pm GMT and cast your vote.. \n\nDebate Motion: \nThis House believes that the peer review system is beyond reform and should be scrapped.\n\nPeer review is central to how we fund\, publish\, and assess research. But is it still fit for purpose and the essential standard we should work to? Or has it become a flawed\, outdated gatekeeper? Join us to explore whether peer review is perfect as it is\, needs to be fixed\, or whether it’s time to start over. \n\nSpeaker For the Motion:\nKalliopi Mavromati is a Research Assistant at the University of Glasgow. She works on improving patient reported outcome measures for stroke survivors and studies early processes linked to Alzheimer’s disease. With a background in psychology\, neuroscience and statistics\, she is driven by a wish to strengthen research practice and help the field understand the earliest stages of disease. \nSpeaker Against the Motion:\nDr Evelina Valionyte is an Alzheimer’s Society Research Fellow at the University of Plymouth\, specialising in the cell biology of neurodegeneration. Her current work focuses on selective autophagy and how neurons maintain health\, including mechanisms that keep protein aggregates in check. She completed her PhD in 2023\, holds a biochemistry undergraduate degree\, and has been awarded funding from Alzheimer’s Society and the Motor Neurone Disease Association. \n\nWhat to Expect\nJoin us for a live online debate where our speakers will present opposing views on the continued relevance of animal models in dementia research. The session will include: \n\n10-minute opening statements from each speaker\nModerated discussion\nAudience Q&A\nLive vote before and after the debate to see if opinions shift\n\nThis is your chance to examine how we decide what counts as credible research — and whether we need to reform the system or replace it entirely. \n\n\nWatch the Recording
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/salon-debate-is-peer-review-beyond-repair/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T231857Z
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SUMMARY:Insider’s guide to developing your healthtech innovation in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Looking to develop and evaluate your HealthTech innovation in the UK? Join us for an insider’s guide to navigating the UK health and care research ecosystem and understanding the support available through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). This session will explore how NIHR’s HealthTech Research Centres and wider research infrastructure can help you design\, test and generate the evidence you need to bring your technology to patients faster. \nHosted by Dr Sajni Haria\, Business Development Lead at NIHR\, the session will feature: \n• Ravi Chana\, Executive Director\, Diagnostics at the Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI)\, who will share industry insights and the value of partnering with NIHR to navigate the UK landscape effectively.\n• Professor Richard Dobson\, Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer at CogStack\, who will share real-world experience of collaborating with the NIHR Life Sciences Industry Hub to accelerate development\, evaluation and adoption of data-driven HealthTech. \nJoin us to gain practical insights and learn how working with NIHR can help you successfully develop\, evaluate and launch your HealthTech innovation in the UK. \nTo find out more about NIHR’s free support for the life sciences industry\, visit: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/support-and-services/industry \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/insiders-guide-to-developing-your-healthtech-innovation-in-the-uk/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T093455Z
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SUMMARY:Primary Progressive Aphasia Forum
DESCRIPTION:A new open discussion space in the Dementia Researcher Community for researchers with an interest in Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). The aim is simple: to talk together about the work we are doing\, the challenges we face\, and the approaches that are shaping the field. \nHosted by Dr Anna Volkmer\, our first session will look at Randomised Controlled Trials in PPA. Rather than a formal seminar\, this will be a conversation about how RCTs are being used\, where they help\, and where they may fall short. Bring recent papers\, questions\, examples from your own work\, or just come to listen. \nThere are no presentations and no expectations. This is a chance to meet colleagues\, share thinking\, and help develop a space that supports our research community over time. \n\nJoin Us
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/primary-progressive-aphasia-forum/
LOCATION:Dementia Researcher Communities App
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Neuro 2025
DESCRIPTION:The International Neuroscience Conference (NEURO-2025)\, takes place from November 29-30\, 2025\, in the enchanting city of Tbilisi\, Georgia. As the largest international neuroscience meeting in Georgia\, NEURO 2025 promises to be an inspiring and intellectually stimulating event that brings together leading minds from around the world to explore the frontiers of neuroscience. Our Conference\, held in conjunction with the 6th Annual Meeting of the International Center for Neuroscience Research in Georgia\, will feature a comprehensive program that includes keynote speeches\, cutting-edge presentations\, engaging panel discussions\, and interactive sessions. \nFind out more \n\n\n\nGuidelines for Conference Presentations \n\n\n\n\nYour abstract will be presented at either the poster session or one of the 30 oral scientific sessions of Conference 2025. You have been notified of the session at which your abstract is scheduled through an email from the Chair of the Scientific Program Committee. This email will include your abstract ID\, session name\, session ID number\, and date/time of your presentation. \nThe full program of NEURO-2025 Conference!  Abstract Form – Deadline 30th September \n\nCall for Travel Awards for the NEURO-2025 Conference in Tbilisi\, Georgia \nThe International Center for Neuroscience Research is offering a number of travel grants to support student participation in the NEURO-2025 International Conference\, which will be held on November 29-30\, 2025 in the beautiful city of Tbilisi\, Georgia. These travel awards reflect ICNR’s ongoing commitment to fostering the development of early-career neuroscientists by prioritizing support for young researchers. The NEURO-2025 conference offers a dynamic and immersive learning experience for early-career neuroscientists\, providing access to the latest advances in neuroscience. We offer an inclusive platform where participants engage in interactive lectures\, hands-on workshops\, and direct mentorship from leading experts in the field. On behalf of the organizing committee\, we are pleased to invite Ph.D. students\, Postdoctoral fellows and early career researchers to submit their applications for participation in this exciting conference. We look forward to welcoming a diverse group of talented neuroscience students for an inspiring exchange of ideas and research at the NEURO-2025 Conference in beautiful city of Tbilisi\, Georgia! \nEligibility Criteria: \n\nApplicants should be PhD neuroscience students or early postdoctoral fellows (maximum 5 years from the start of the postdoc).\nA minimum of one reference is required and needs to be included it as part of their application.\nApplicants must have submitted an abstract to the NEURO-2025 conference and needs to be included it as part of their application.\nStudents should have a good research background with neuroscience publications.\nThe awardees will be selected based on the quality of their submitted abstracts\, as well as the alignment of their profile with the award’s diversity and inclusion goals.\n\nWho Should Apply? PhD students\, postdoctoral fellows\, and early-career researchers from institutions across Europe and low-income countries from Asia. \nApplication Procedure: \n\nA brief motivation letter (max 800 words) detailing your research interests\, need for financial support\, and how attending the conference aligns with your academic and career goals.\nPlease include your updated CV and a letter of recommendation provided by your supervisor/mentor.\nA copy of your submitted abstract for the NEURO-2025 conference.\n\nApplication Deadline: August 30\, 2025 \nApply HERE
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/neuro-2025/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Clinical Trials on Alzheimer's Disease (CTAD)
DESCRIPTION:The Clinical Trials on Alzheimer’s Disease conference (CTAD) is a meeting focused entirely on Alzheimer’s Disease Therapeutic Trials with key leaders in Alzheimer Disease research from Industry and Academia getting together and forming partnerships with the objective of speeding the development of effective treatments to fight the disease. \nThe 18th annual CTAD conference will be held in San Diego\, CA\, USA on December 1-4\, 2025.  \nLooking forward to seeing you in San Diego in 2025! \nFind out More
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/clinical-trials-on-alzheimers-disease-ctad-2/
LOCATION:Greater London
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T080945Z
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SUMMARY:OPTIMISE-ing informed consent
DESCRIPTION:Informed consent is a fundamental principle of ethical research. People with conditions that affect their ability to communicate and/or make decisions may require additional support to decide whether to take part in a study and provide consent. However\, informed consent processes in clinical trials are often not designed to take account of additional communication and/or decision-making needs. This can lead to people being unfairly excluded from trials or\, for some\, it may mean that they are deemed to lack capacity to consent and an alternative person is involved on their behalf. \nWith more accessible information and the right support in place\, people with communication and/or decision-making needs will be better able to make\, or contribute to\, decisions about participating in research. This protects their right to make their own decisions\, and ensures their views are heard. \nOPTIMISE project \nIn conjunction with a group of researchers and a lay advisory group\, the OPTIMISE project is developing recommendations to improve the design of informed consent methods in clinical trials to ensure they are equitable and accessible for people with additional communication and/or decision-making needs. \nThis will be achieved through: \n1. Reviewing existing evidence about enhanced consent processes\n2. Expert stakeholder consultation to develop a set of recommendations\n3. Mapping existing resources (including from CONSULT) onto the recommendations\n4. Developing a toolkit to help researchers and others use the recommendations \nJoin us for the OPTIMISE launch webinar \nWe will be launching the OPTIMISE recommendations at a webinar in December 2025. At this webinar\, we will discuss why inclusive consent matters\, introduce the OPTIMISE recommendations and supporting resources\, and outline how they can help researchers address challenges in recruitment and consent. \nThis will be followed by a live Q&A with our expert panel on the theme: “What are the key challenges in designing inclusive consent processes\, and how can we address them?” Attendees are invited to submit questions ahead of the webinar or during the event. \nEveryone is welcome to attend. The event might be of particular interest to researchers who design and conduct research involving populations with communication and decision-making needs\, anyone interested in how we can deliver more inclusive research\, and those with a role in reviewing or supporting research including REC members\, funders\, and public involvement contributors. \nDate: 1st December 2025\nTime: 2-3pm\nRegistration: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/cardiff/optimise-webinar-registration​ \nTo submit questions or for more information please contact: Dr Victoria Shepherd ShepherdVL1@cardiff.ac.uk
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/optimise-ing-informed-consent/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260528T225559
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SUMMARY:Affective Resonance and Synaesthetic Perception
DESCRIPTION:We happily invite you to the following lecture in our “Phenomenology of Dementia and Aging Network” series\, taking place on Monday\, December 1\, 2025\, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET (online via Zoom). \nThis time we are delighted to welcome Ragna Winniewski (University of Cologne) who will present a talk entitled: \n“Affective Resonance and Synaesthetic Perception: An Existential Account of Well-Being and Resilience in Dementia” \nRagna works as free-lance lecturer and is PhD candidate in philosophy at the a.r.t.e.s. Graduate School for the Humanities in Cologne and at Vita-Salute-San-Raffaele University in Milan. By reframing a phenomenology of bodily senses her research project focuses on inter- and intrabodily phenomena such as synaesthesia\, kinaesthesia\, and atmosphere as foundational concepts for theories of embodied cognition and embodied therapy practices. Since 2020 she is co-founder and co-organiser of the “Transdisciplinary Network in Phenomenology of Dementia and Ageing” (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkCg3e67djg6vkw2qIxOmkVMDelRJp0c_) \nAs always\, everyone is welcome. If you would like to participate\, please send a short e-mail to edzwiza@uni-koeln.de \nBest wishes from Cologne and Kassel\,
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/affective-resonance-and-synaesthetic-perception/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
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SUMMARY:Qualitative Methods in Clinical Trials
DESCRIPTION:The course introduces the key considerations when using qualitative methods in clinical trials. Throughout the three-day course\, delegates will learn about the theory\, relevance and value of qualitative research in all stages of a clinical trial as well as gain an appreciation of different types of qualitative methodology used in clinical trials. We will primarily focus on clinical trials but will also consider qualitative research as part of feasibility studies that can be used to test interventions in preparation for a large clinical trial.  \nBy the end of the course\, participants should: \n\nUnderstand how qualitative research can complement trial methodology at all stages of clinical trials\nAppreciate specific methodological issues such as ethical requirements and sampling challenges when designing qualitative research\nAppreciate how to generate\, manage and analyse qualitative data in a clinical trial\nUnderstand reporting requirements for qualitative research conducted as part of a clinical trial\n\nThe course will incorporate a range of activities (individual\, didactic\, and small group) and discussion to allow students to practice and enact learning. \nThe course is intended for anyone seeking an introductory course on the use of qualitative research in clinical trials including the theory\, relevance and value in all stages of clinical trials. \nThe course will comprise of lectures\, activities (individual\, didactic and small group) and discussion. \nExact timing and further details will be provided nearer the time\, though days will usually start around 09.00 and end at 16.30. \n\n\nCourse tutors\n\n\n\nPaul Leighton – Associate Professor in Health Services Research at the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology \nKirsty Sprange – Assistant Professor of Clinical Trials at the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit \nLouise Thompson – Associate Professor in Occupational Psychology\, Centre for Organisational Health and Development \nRachel Evley – Senior Qualitative Advisor in the NIHR Research Support Service and an Honorary Associate Professor in Anaesthesia & Critical Care \n\n\nCost\n\n\n\nEarly Bird rate: If you book on or before 6th November 2025\, you will be entitled to the Early Bird rate\, cost as follows: \n£195 for 3 days – Person residing in a low and middle income country\, as defined by DAC list\, at the time of registration.\n£312 for 3 days – University of Nottingham\, School of Medicine student or staff member\n£351 for 3 days – University of Nottingham student or staff member (NOT School of Medicine)\n£351 for 3 days – NHS employee\n£390 for 3 days – anyone who does not fall into any of the categories above \nStandard rate: Any bookings made after 6th November 2025 will be charged as follows: \n£255 for 3 days – Person residing in a low and middle income country\, as defined by DAC list\, at the time of registration.\n£408 for 3 days – University of Nottingham\, School of Medicine student or staff member\n£459 for 3 days – University of Nottingham student or staff member (NOT School of Medicine)\n£459 for 3 days – NHS employee\n£510 for 3 days – anyone who does not fall into any of the categories above \n\nFind out More
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/qualitative-methods-in-clinical-trials/
LOCATION:Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit\, Applied Health Research Building\, School of Medicine\, University of Nottingham\, University Park\, Nottingham\, NG7 2RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Early Career Stage Researcher Winter Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Our 2025 ECR Symposium builds on the success of our ECR symposium and is a free\, in-person\, one-day event based at Durham University. \nIt will bring together early career stage researchers (ECR)\, established academics and industrialists to explore the power of interdisciplinary life sciences research and foster new collaborations. \nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH \n\nWhat is an ECR?  \nFor the BSI ECR group we include undergraduates\, Masters\, PhDs\, PDRAs\, Fellows and academics in the first few years of their first academic role. Although the symposium is organised by ECR for ECRs\, attendees are welcome to attend from across all levels\, from undergraduates to senior academics. The event will provide an opportunity to share and learn about fascinating discoveries within biomathematics\, biophysics\, biological chemistry\, chemical biology and bioengineering.   \nSubmitting an Abstract  \nPresentations at the symposium will include keynote lectures as well as ECR short talks\, flash presentations and posters selected from abstracts. To submit an abstract or to register as an attendee\, please complete the online registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH \nDecoding Life with AI & Computational Tools:  Dr Matteo Degiacomi (Edinburgh) \nUnravelling Biology Through Biophysics: Prof. Gail McConnell (Strathclyde)  \nAdvances in Biomolecular Discovery: Dr Dimitry Ghilarov (Oxford)\nSymposium Timings\nLocation: John Snow College Hub Hall\, Durham University  \nStart Time: 9.30 am (3 December 2025)  \nEnd Time: 5.30 pm (3 December 2025)  \nWhat is included: All refreshments and food during the symposium times.  \nWhat is not included: Accommodation or travel (for attendees).  \n\nRegistration link:  https://forms.office.com/e/cQHTFSVZjH 
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/early-career-stage-researcher-winter-symposium/
LOCATION:John Snow College Hub Hall\, Durham University\, he Approach\, Mount Oswald\, Durham\, DH1 3FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the clinical diagnosis of bvFTD
DESCRIPTION:ON-FIRE Conversations: an introduction to the clinical diagnosis of bvFTD \nThe ON-FIRE study team hosts Dr Richard Bevan-Jones\, who is introducing the clinical diagnosis of the behavioural variant of frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD). \nIf you are curious to learn more about this topic\, have questions\, or share your own expertise in the discussion\, join this ON-FIRE conversation. \nRegister to Attend
URL:https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/introduction-to-the-clinical-diagnosis-of-bvftd/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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