WAHTN is delighted to host the Scientist Knowledge Translation Training workshop 2018 by Melanie Barwick and Tamika Heiden on Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 May 2018. The course is appropriate for scientists (basic, clinical, health services, population health) as well as educators, clinicians and KT professionals (e.g. KT Specialists, KT Managers, Knowledge Brokers). While the … Continued

The NanoString SPRINT is the first piece of equipment funded by the The Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) grant, which has now been installed on Level 6 of the Perkins. This equipment is available for use to all researchers in the Perth community.  A Technology Overview Seminar is open to everyone who is interested in … Continued

Whether you're new to the world of RNA or you're a seasoned professional, there's something for everyone at this free RNA event - from the newest tools to technical tips that help your research. HPI RNA Day flyer

The Disability Health Network, in collaboration with TRACS WA, are developing a Community of Practice for clinicians with an interest in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Come to the inaugural meeting to hear from presenters from the health and disability sectors, including a representative of the National Disability Insurance Agency, who will discuss what … Continued

Presenter: A/Professor Kevin Pfleger Head of Molecular Endocrinology and Pharmacology Laboratory Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research  

The WA Branch are holding the 4th biennial Athel Hockey Symposium on Tuesday 15th May. This year’s theme is ‘Reproductive carrier screening in Western Australia - the path forward’. A variety of speakers will be presenting throughout the afternoon, including Professor Martin Delatycki from Victoria and Professor Edwin Kirk from NSW. A light lunch will … Continued

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Presenter:  Anne McKenzie AM All researchers should consider involving consumers and community members in their research as it is an increasingly requirement for funding agencies. This seminar provides practical introduction to the foundations of consumer and community involvement, and covers basic principles, the benefits and barriers, and what to put in place to get started. … Continued

Presenter: Professor Jeffrey Keelan Head of School of Biomedical Sciences University of Western Australia

Telethon Kids Single Cells Forum bringing together two lead single cell platforms 10x and Dolomite under one roof. The event will also feature the launch of the Telethon Kids Genome Innovation Hub initiative for WA genomics research community. There will be information sessions and live hands on demos for the participants during the day long … Continued

Presenter: Assoc. Prof Sue Skull Head, Research Education Program Deputy Director, Dept. of Child Health Research, PMH Surveys, including clinical audits, are one of the most commonly conducted clinical research projects. This seminar offers practical help for planning and conducting surveys, and covers the important of good survey design, how to choose an appropriate sampling … Continued

1st PRESENTATION (at 12noon): Title: “Improving the Consenting Process: An Audit of Coronary Procedures” This presentation will provide an overview of a small audit that was conducted by two of our SJG junior medical officers and how they went about translating the results of their study to practical improvements in the consenting process for coronary … Continued

Presenter: Dr Michael Wright & A/Prof Sue Skull Are you conducting or planning a research project that could involve Indigenous participants? This seminar provides an overview of important considerations for engaging the Indigenous community in research, including: understanding cultural differences, ethical considerations, and the importance of community consultation. The seminar schedule may be subject to … Continued

Presenter: Professor Ian Smyth NHMRC Senior Research Fellow Deputy Head of the Anatomy and Developmental Biology Department Monash University   Please see the attached flyer for more information

Presenter: Dr Colin Funk Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences Co-Head of the Breast Translational Oncology Program Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada Location: Seminar Room G24, Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research, North Building Please see the attached flyer

Presenter: Professor Mark A Febbraio Head of the Cellular and Molecular Metabolism Laboratory Head of the Division of Diabetes & Metabolism Garvan Institute of Medical Research Please see the attached flyer for more information

In this session there will be two presentations the first from Prof Jeff Keelan and the second to be confirmed “Preterm Birth Prevention Study - Treating vaginal infections to prevent prematurity” Prof Jeff Keelan will present NHMRC-funded clinical trial which will be conducted at KEMH, led by Prof John Newnham, Prof Dorota Doherty and Dr … Continued

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Presenter: Dr Haibo Jiang DECRA Fellow, School of Molecular Sciences Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis, University of Western Australia Please find attached flyer for more information

Presenter:  Prof Jonathan Carapetis This seminar covers the importance of understanding the rights and responsibilities of both supervisors and supervisees doing research, whether for a formal degree, or a small project, and how to get the best out of both roles. Research supervision will also cover practical tips related to the selection of suitable research … Continued

Registration is free, but please register for catering purposes. See attached flyer for details and link to register. International/National speakers include: Professor Max Gibbbons Director, Sarcoma Unit, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, UK Dr Mandy Ballinger Group Leader, Genetic Cancer Risk, Garvan Institute of Medical Research, Sydney

On Monday 25th June 2018, the Centre for Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine is holding a mid-Winter Symposium around the visit by a delegation of stem cell scientists from Helmholtz Centre Munich. The Helmholtz presentations will be headlined by Micha Drukker, leader of the Pluripotent Stem Cell Differentiation Laboratory, who will give the Perkins/CCTRM lunchtime seminar.  He … Continued

Presenter: Dr Micha Drukker Group Leader, Pluripotent Stem Cell Differentiation Lab Head, Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell Unit Helmholtz Centre Munich For more information please see the attached flyer or contact Rod Dilley on rodney.dilley@earscience.org.au OR A/Prof Juliana Hamzah on juliana.hamzah@perkins.uwa.edu.au

The 2019 Spinnaker Grants aim to foster a culture of research where ECRs are encouraged and nurtured to excel. Capacity building and research collaborations as well as research translation underpin the ethos of Spinnaker. Consumer and Community Health Research Network available to assist researchers with their application drop-in sessions at Fiona Stanley Hospital, Education Centre, Room 1.8 Booking essential! … Continued