WAHTN Clinical Trials Forum

Curtin University

The WA Health Translation Network Clinical Trials Forum is an opportunity to share knowledge, experience, advice and ideas, in relation to current proposals for clinical trials, with a wide range of researchers from Western Australia. The forum occurs monthly and involves presentation and discussion of two clinical trial proposals. Proposals are welcome from both experienced … Continued

Young Investigators Day 2017 & Bryant Stokes Oration – given by Professor Lyn Beazley AO

Royal Perth Hospital

Program Overview: 9am - 10.30am - Basic Science Session 10.30am - 11.30am - Clinical Session 12pm - 1pm - 2017 Bryant Stokes Oration - Professor Lyn Beazley (Presentation Title: 'My Life Of Science') View pdf for full program information. Young Investigators Day 2017   WEDNESDAY 8 NOVEMBER 2017  Bruce Hunt Lecture Theatre Royal Perth Hospital … Continued

“What causes asthma? Genes, infections, and therapeutic choices”

Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research NORTH 6 Verdun St, Nedlands, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Visiting Speaker: Prof William Cookson Head of Respiratory Sciences Faculty of Medicine, National Heart & Lung Institute Imperial College London RSVP to sarah.cermak@resphealth.uwa.edu for catering purposes. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

Research & Ethics Education Program presentations

St John of God Subiaco Hospital

Title: Cardiorespiratory and Oncologic Complications of Scleroderma. Lessons from The Australian Scleroderma Registry Presenter: Professor Eli Gabbay ( Please see the attached bio).   Title: Using Real World Data to Close the Loop. Presenter: Ms Gorette De Jesus Garces Venue: St John of God Subiaco Hospital, Conference Centre, Level 3 Auditorium

The role of non-transferrin bound iron in iron overload disease

Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research NORTH 6 Verdun St, Nedlands, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Presenter:Associate Professor Debbie Trinder NHMRC Senior Research Fellow Head, Iron Metabolism Laboratory UWA School of Medicine & Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research Please see the attached flyer for more information

How to Write and Publish in the Peer Reviewed Journals: Top Tips from Editors

Curtin University

This workshop is aimed at people with little or no experience in publishing peer-reviewed papers. To register: Email Sonia.el-zaemey@curtin.edu.au by 6th November 2017 Please see the attached flyer for more details Venue: Room 303, Building 400, Curtin University (Bentley Campus)

Consumer and Community Involvement in Research – a one day interactive workshop for researchers

The University of Western Australia , Australia

This workshop will help researchers: Increase awareness of the value of involvement Develop understanding and skills on the ‘how and why’ of implementing involvement Identify and address the barriers to consumer and community involvement Link to register: http://www.involvingpeopleinresearch.org.au/find-out-more/future-events-trainings/event/397-researcher-training Please see attached flyer for more information Venue: Seminar Room 5, School of Population and Global Health, The … Continued

6th Annual NHMRC Symposium on Research Translation, 2017

The theme for this year is "The Butterfly Effect: Translating Knowledge into Action for Positive Change". Co-hosted by NHMRC and the Lowitja Institute. The Symposium will present an outstanding opportunity to focus on action needed to improve the health and wellbeing of Australia’s First Peoples through effective translation of health, wellbeing and medical research into … Continued

Introduction to Research – Consumer training workshop

Telethon Kids Institute (Seminar Room) 100 Roberts Rd, Subiaco, WA, Australia

This workshop provides an introduction to research including funding, ethics, research terminology, linked data and how consumers can be involved. This workshop is free, all workshop materials and lunch is provided. Link to register: http://www.involvingpeopleinresearch.org.au/find-out-more/future-events-trainings/event/391-introduction-to-research-consumer-training-workshop Please find the attached flyer for more information.

ACHSM WA Breakfast Forum

Keynote Speaker: Professor Michael Drummond Panel Speakers: Dr Neale Fong, Adj A/Prof Learne Durrington, Dr Matt Anstey, Rebecca Brown To register, visit achsm.org.au/events Please see the attached flyer for more information Venue: Nedlands Yacht Club, The Esplanade Cost: Member: $45, Non-member: $60

Computational Modelling in Health and Disease Symposium

Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research NORTH 6 Verdun St, Nedlands, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Computational Modelling in Health and Disease Symposium will showcase some of the exciting ways computers and computational models are being used for medical research, with applications ranging from haemodynamics to artificial intelligence. This event brings together researchers from UWA, Murdoch University and Curtin University, as well as guests from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute in … Continued

SPHERE 2017 International Symposium

The SPHERE 2017 International Symposium will bring together prominent medical and health experts from Australia and abroad to share their knowledge and experiences and generate new insights into innovation in healthcare. The Symposium will be held over two days from 22-23 November at the City Recital Hall, Sydney. The SPHERE Symposium will be hosted by … Continued

QEII Precinct BioInnovation Showcase And Partnering 2017

Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research NORTH 6 Verdun St, Nedlands, Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Please find the attached program for more information. RSVP to samantha.south@uwa.edu.au for catering. Please confirm attendance during the day and for the evening networking event.

Physical Activity, Health and Medicine Symposium

Institute of Advance Studies, UWA

The UWA School of Human Sciences (Exercise and Sport Science) and the Institute of Advanced Studies invite you to participate in a symposium focussed on current research in the areas of physical activity, health and medicine. Click here for registration and information

Free

Research Skills Seminar Series (RSSS): Media and Communication in Research

Perth Children's Hospital, PCH Auditorium, Level 5 15 Hospital Avenue, Nedlands, Australia

How to refine and pitch your message for maximum impact Presenter: Elizabeth Chester For more information and registration, visit: Research Education Program Please see the flyer for more information

Free

Media & Communication in Research

Perth Children's Hospital, PCH Auditorium, Level 5 15 Hospital Avenue, Nedlands, Australia

This highly acclaimed seminar is back with Elizabeth Chester, Director of Communications & Development at Telethon Kids Institute. Don't miss this opportunity to hear about how to maximise the impact of your research and ensure your bottom line is delivered in an engaging, accurate and responsible way. Liz has impressive media experience and will provide … Continued