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The Risks and Benefits of Using AI in Research
OnlineProfessor Susan Breau on the real benefits and risks of using AI in research, from the School of Advanced Study's AI policy to citing and writing it up.
Research inclusion as a condition of funding – 2 years on
OnlineLearn what NIHR committees look for in inclusive research applications, explore the refreshed toolkit and get practical tips to strengthen your bid.
Competencies and Language for Living Well with Dementia
OnlineLeonie Copraij shares research on the competencies people with dementia want from professionals, and how language can challenge dementia stereotypes.
Embedding PPI in Grant Writing Workshop
OnlineBrighton and Sussex Medical School invites you to join our workshop focusing on embedding meaningful Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) in research grant applications.
An introduction to language and speech therapy in dementia
OnlineDr Anna Volkmer introduces language and speech therapy in dementia in the next ON-FIRE Conversations session. Online, open to everyone, free to join.
ERC Grants Info Session for Researchers in Latin America and the Caribbean
OnlineFree online ERC info session for researchers in Latin America and the Caribbean, covering 2026 and 2027 ERC grant opportunities and proposal tips. 15 October 2026.
From Schizophrenia to Alzheimer’s: Understanding the KarXT Clinical Trials
OnlineDr Paul Newhouse explains how KarXT, a schizophrenia drug, is being tested for psychosis in Alzheimer's, in BrightFocus Foundation's Zoom In series.
Improving Equity and Inclusion in Health Research
OnlineA day of online training from the MLTC Cross-NIHR Collaboration on tackling inequity in health research and including under-served groups in MLTC studies
Young onset dementia care within mental health wards
OnlineExplore the realities of young onset dementia care on mental health wards, with FIND ME research, practical resources and first-hand experiences.
Develop your wellbeing skills
OnlineNIHR webinar for research managers and leaders: four wellbeing goals, spotting early signs of strain, self-talk, boundaries and support networks.
NIHR Wellbeing Webinar: Develop Your Wellbeing Skills
OnlineA one-hour NIHR webinar for managers and leaders in health and care research, introducing four goals for more sustainable wellbeing at work.
Building ERC Capacity in Widening Countries
OnlineFree ERC webinar on getting ready for an ERC grant in Widening countries, covering the 2027 Work Programme, mentoring and Visiting Fellowships. 23 October 2026.
NIHR Predoctoral Fellowship Application Day
OnlineAn online NIHR Research Support Service workshop on 27 October to help you build a strong application to the NIHR Predoctoral Award.
ISTAART Guide to Grants: After You Hit Submit
OnlineWhat happens to your LOI after you hit submit? Session one of ISTAART's Guide to Grants series goes behind the scenes with the Alzheimer's Association grants team.
Online Introduction to Clinical Trials
OnlineA four-week online course from Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit on designing and running randomised clinical trials, mixing recorded lectures and live tutor sessions.
NIHR Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship Masterclass – Part One
OnlinePart One of a two-part NIHR Research Support Service masterclass for researchers applying for NIHR Doctoral or Postdoctoral Fellowships in mental health or neuroscience, covering the narrative CV, supervision, PPIE, training and budget.
Qualitative AI Course: Generative AI in NVivo and MAXQDA
OnlineHands-on NCRM course on bringing generative AI into established qualitative analysis workflows, using NVivo and MAXQDA, and what it means for your methods.
NIHR Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship Masterclass – Part Two
OnlinePart Two of a two-part NIHR Research Support Service masterclass for NIHR Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship applicants in mental health or neuroscience, focusing on the scientific abstract, lay summary and research plan.
Qualitative Methods for Understanding Diverse Lives
OnlineExplore creative, participatory methods for inclusive research, from photo go-alongs and collage to life histories and participant packs.
Four Qualitative Methods for Understanding Diverse Lives – Online
OnlineExplore four creative qualitative methods to understand diverse lives: Photo Go-Alongs, participant packs, collage and life history interviews.
ISTAART Guide to Grants: The LOI, Line by Line
OnlineWhy funders ask for a Letter of Intent, how to write a strong one and the pitfalls to avoid: session two of ISTAART's Guide to Grants webinar series.
ISTAART Guide to Grants: Reading the RFA Like a Reviewer
OnlineWhy do funders keep telling you to read the RFA? Session three of ISTAART's Guide to Grants shows how to use it as the blueprint for a stronger application.
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