NHMRC is making improvements to its grant funding program to ensure it continues to support the best Australian health and medical research and researchers. The improvements aim to: • provide opportunities for talented researchers at all career stages to contribute to the improvement of human health • encourage greater creativity and innovation in research and … Continued

Accelerating Australia and CERI are pleased to announce that they will be remotely hosting two breakout sessions from the Science Pathways 2018 meeting, allowing those unable to attend the main event in Brisbane to join as a remote delegate. This is a chance to contribute to generating solutions for pressing issues faced by researchers, in … Continued

Accelerating Australia and CERI are pleased to announce that they will be remotely hosting two breakout sessions from the Science Pathways 2018 meeting, allowing those unable to attend the main event in Brisbane to join as a remote delegate. This is a chance to contribute to generating solutions for pressing issues faced by researchers, in … Continued

Perkins North will also host a live viewing of the upcoming NHMRC webinar about peer review for the new grant program. Venue: Seminar Room G24, Perkins North building NHMRC is making improvements to its grant funding program to ensure it continues to support the best Australian health and medical research and researchers. The improvements aim … Continued

Presenter: Dr Vihandha Wickramasinghe Head, RNA Biology and Cancer Laboratory Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Please see the attached flyer for more information

Patient Experience Week  2018 is a global event to celebrate the people who impact on the patient experience every day. The theme for 2018 is kindness. The Health Consumers Council (HCC)  understands the link between staff moral and patient experience. HCC is partnering with Child and Adolescent Health Service to deliver the below events which focus on … Continued

Public Symposium Learn about the immune system including: Allergy Asthma Veterinary immunology Cancer immunology   Registration is free via Eventbrite: search Day of Immunology Perth Free snacks and drinks provided afterwards  

Science on the Swan will be held at the Esplanade Fremantle on 1st - 3rd May 2018 and registrations are now open. The conference will be based around three key areas: 1) The life course of chronic diseases; 2) Brain development and mental health; and 3) Aboriginal health and well-being. In addition to the three-day … Continued

Visiting speaker: Professor Ian Pavord MBBS MA DM FRCP FERSFMedSci Medical Sciences Division, University of Oxford Please see the attached flyer for  more information

Presenter: Professor Ross Baker Please see the attached flyer for more information

Presenter: A/Prof Sue Skull Head, Research Education Program Deputy Director, Dept. of Child Health Research, PMH A 21st Century Clinician who cannot critically read a study is as unprepared as one who cannot take a blood pressure or examine the cardiovascular system." Glasziou et al. BMJ 2008:337:704-705 Given the sheer volume of published papers and … Continued

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

Please see the attached flyer for more information All are welcome!

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