09:00 - 16:30This event is demonstrating how these can be achieved for blood pressure management and impact cardiovascular disease risk and outcomes for patients. Technology and innovation are key for the aim of wearables and biosensors being standard in prevention, chronic and post-acute NHS treatment. The introduction of neighbourhood health centres will see the shift of care closer to home. This is your opportunity to see and hear about innovations that can support this for hypertension management.Francis Crick Institute
1 Midland Road, London NW1 1AT
24th September 2025
13:00 - 14:00Join this Online Seminar, where we will consider different approaches that have been proposed in order to choose an appropriate sample size for qualitative research using interview-based approaches to data collection. A particular focus will be on determining sample size a priori versus the use of forms of saturation as an a posteriori assessment of sample size, and the challenges that each of these poses.Online
25th September 2025
Stem cell dynamics in intestinal regeneration and colorectal cancer13:00 - 14:00Talk delivered by organoid and stem cell expert guest speaker from the Monash University (Australia) Prof Helen AbudThe epithelial lining of the intestine is highly vulnerable to damage caused by infection and inflammation. Upon injury, stem cells have a remarkable capacity to promote epithelial repair. We have identified Neuregulin-1 (NRG1), an EGF family member, as a potent pro-regenerative factor that boosts intestinal stem cell proliferation and epithelial repair. Using mouse models and human intestinal organoids, we have found NRG1 modulates intestinal cell plasticity to promote epithelial regeneration and differentiation. We have also found that there are significant parallels between epithelial injury and colorectal tumour biology. We have discovered that key regulators of the epithelial repair process are also crucial in driving the recurrence of colorectal tumours.No registration required.Wolfson Lecture Theatre 2
Hammersmith Campus
30th September 2025
13:00 - 14:00Led by Professor Richard RileyJoin this Online Seminar on clinical prediction models estimate individual risk for outcomes from disease. Many studies lack rigorous design; this session will focus on why sample size matters in model development and validation, using real examples.Online
1st October 2025
09:00 - 13:00This session on generic skills is aimed at clinical academics/clinical researchers from all clinical professions working towards research fellowship awards/roles at PhD level or beyond.Worried about your Fellowship interview? Been a while since you鈥檝e done an interview? This interactive and practical in-person session will help you understand what to expect and how you can best prepare.TBC
17:30 - 18:30Dasha Nicholls, Professor of Child and Psychiatry and National Specialist Advisor on Eating Disorders,听飞颈濒濒听explore the multifaceted nature of eating disorder risk, emphasis颈苍驳听the changing nature of the concept of eating disorders and with it the聽epidemiology and聽demographics of those at risk.聽Draw颈苍驳听on her聽research and clinical insights,聽she will聽examine the interplay of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors鈥攊nclud颈苍驳听genetic predisposition, neurodevelopmental traits, adverse childhood experiences,聽body image pressures,聽the food environment聽and social media influence鈥攖hat contribute to vulnerability in聽young people.Lecture Theatre 200, City and Guilds Building
Campus: South Kensington
6th October 2025
09:00 - 15:00For anyone working on research inclusion. The focus will be on sharing what we are all doing, discussing challenges and identifying areas where we can work together.Mercure Spa
119 Norfolk Street, Sheffield City Centre S1 2JE
7th October 2025
10:00 - 12:30The symposium will feature contributions from experienced academics, start-ups, commercial leaders and investors. It will provide an overview of diverse technologies and routes to commercialisation, showcase real-world examples combining science with business, and offer practical advice to guide Imperial researchers to success. The symposium will conclude with an interactive panel/ audience discussion and Q&A.The symposium will be relevant to attendees from all faculties, both medics and non-medics, with current or potential future interest in this space. Colleagues from partner NHS Trusts are also welcome.Online, via Microsoft Teams
13th October 2025
13:00 - 16:30The event will kick off with a panel discussion on how we could work better together to improve research and its outcomes, focusing on specific stages of research the research cycle where patient involvement has been less present and what information and communication can help keep all parties feeling connected, heard and understood.The networking or matchmaking session will be a great opportunity for patients and the interested public to meet researchers and determine how they could work more closely to truly embed patient and public involvement in research labs and teams.Researchers will have the opportunity to meet some organisations and charities who may help them expand their PPI networks such as Asian Women Cancer Group Harrow, Independent Cancer Patients鈥� Voice, Blood Cancer UK, The Healing Church of God in Christ, Reviving Links and many more.The Interaction Zone, The Invention Rooms
White City Campus
15th October 2025
12:00 - 17:00This free, in-person event offers NMAHPPs from across North West London the opportunity to network, attend workshops, and hear from our keynote speaker Professor Waljit Dhillo, Dean of the 蓝莓视频 Academy, who will discuss support for clinical academic training.Attendees can explore poster exhibitions and will hear selected oral presentations as well as a research journey story.Royal Geographic Society, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London
13:00 - 14:00Led by Professor Richard Hooper.Join this Online Seminar to understand when and why to use stepped wedge trial designs, and how they can be implemented in health research.Online
17:30 - 18:30Hormones are crucial to normal health. These blood-borne signalling molecules regulate numerous body processes, from metabolism to mood.It is vital that both doctors and patients understand how hormones work;鈥痟ormonal dysfunction has major health consequences, including diabetes and thyroid disease. For patients, misinformation is a common barrier to understanding their medical condition and how best to manage it.鈥疨rofessor Niamh Martin has pioneered innovative teaching approaches to engage and support learners, making difficult concepts accessible and meaningful. As Chair of Public Engagement at The Society for Endocrinology and through her involvement with The Pituitary Foundation, she plays a key role in combating misinformation and improving health literacy.In this inaugural lecture, Professor Niamh Martin will discuss her experiences in healthcare, education and research, why endocrinology is such an important speciality, and why understanding hormones is important for everyone.Lecture Theatre 200, City and Guilds Building
21st October 2025
14:00 - 17:00Join us for an inspiring afternoon exploring how to kick-start or progress your journey in clinical academia. Hear about various Fellowship opportunities and application tips, and gain real insights from current Clinical Academics on balancing research, clinical training, and life.Whether you're already in an academic training post, considering a PhD/MD(Res), or just curious about research opportunities, this workshop is packed with practical advice, networking, and Q&A sessions.Scale Space, White City Campus
22nd October 2025
13:00 - 14:00Led by Professor Karla HemmingJoin this Online Seminar to gain insight into developing robust statistical analysis plans tailored to complex trial designs.Online
5th November 2025
09:00 - 17:00Writing targeted grant proposals... reducing time while increasing successThis training session is tailored for clinical academics and researchers in the Imperial College AHSC seeking Doctoral fellowship grants or higher. It focuses on honing the skill of securing funding by tailoring proposals to meet the specific requirements of diverse funding bodies, leading to time saving and allowing researchers to focus on their work or pursue additional funding opportunities.Writing Quality papers... a strategic approach to getting published in your target journalThis session is designed to empower clinical academics by offering a structured process to enhance writing efficiency and confidence, thereby improving the likelihood of publication in the desired journal. Participants will learn strategies for optimising collaboration with co-authors and streamlining the processes of ideation, writing, and editing research papers.Conference Rooms I-HUB (Translational & Innovation Hub), Imperial College White City Campus
13th November 2025
13:00 - 14:00Led by Professor Laura Gray and a PPI RepresentativeJoin this Online Seminar to explore how to design research projects that embed patient and public involvement more effectively.Online
This event is demonstrating how these can be achieved for blood pressure management and impact cardiovascular disease risk and outcomes for patients. Technology and innovation are key for the aim of wearables and biosensors being standard in prevention, chronic and post-acute NHS treatment. The introduction of neighbourhood health centres will see the shift of care closer to home. This is your opportunity to see and hear about innovations that can support this for hypertension management.
Francis Crick Institute
Join this Online Seminar, where we will consider different approaches that have been proposed in order to choose an appropriate sample size for qualitative research using interview-based approaches to data collection. A particular focus will be on determining sample size a priori versus the use of forms of saturation as an a posteriori assessment of sample size, and the challenges that each of these poses.
Online
Talk delivered by organoid and stem cell expert guest speaker from the Monash University (Australia) Prof Helen Abud
The epithelial lining of the intestine is highly vulnerable to damage caused by infection and inflammation. Upon injury, stem cells have a remarkable capacity to promote epithelial repair. We have identified Neuregulin-1 (NRG1), an EGF family member, as a potent pro-regenerative factor that boosts intestinal stem cell proliferation and epithelial repair. Using mouse models and human intestinal organoids, we have found NRG1 modulates intestinal cell plasticity to promote epithelial regeneration and differentiation. We have also found that there are significant parallels between epithelial injury and colorectal tumour biology. We have discovered that key regulators of the epithelial repair process are also crucial in driving the recurrence of colorectal tumours.
No registration required.
Wolfson Lecture Theatre 2
Led by Professor Richard Riley
Join this Online Seminar on clinical prediction models estimate individual risk for outcomes from disease. Many studies lack rigorous design; this session will focus on why sample size matters in model development and validation, using real examples.
Online
This session on generic skills is aimed at clinical academics/clinical researchers from all clinical professions working towards research fellowship awards/roles at PhD level or beyond.
Worried about your Fellowship interview? Been a while since you鈥檝e done an interview? This interactive and practical in-person session will help you understand what to expect and how you can best prepare.
TBC
Dasha Nicholls, Professor of Child and Psychiatry and National Specialist Advisor on Eating Disorders,听飞颈濒濒听explore the multifaceted nature of eating disorder risk, emphasis颈苍驳听the changing nature of the concept of eating disorders and with it the聽epidemiology and聽demographics of those at risk.聽Draw颈苍驳听on her聽research and clinical insights,聽she will聽examine the interplay of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors鈥攊nclud颈苍驳听genetic predisposition, neurodevelopmental traits, adverse childhood experiences,聽body image pressures,聽the food environment聽and social media influence鈥攖hat contribute to vulnerability in聽young people.
Lecture Theatre 200, City and Guilds Building
For anyone working on research inclusion. The focus will be on sharing what we are all doing, discussing challenges and identifying areas where we can work together.
Mercure Spa
The symposium will feature contributions from experienced academics, start-ups, commercial leaders and investors. It will provide an overview of diverse technologies and routes to commercialisation, showcase real-world examples combining science with business, and offer practical advice to guide Imperial researchers to success. The symposium will conclude with an interactive panel/ audience discussion and Q&A.
The symposium will be relevant to attendees from all faculties, both medics and non-medics, with current or potential future interest in this space. Colleagues from partner NHS Trusts are also welcome.
Online, via Microsoft Teams
The event will kick off with a panel discussion on how we could work better together to improve research and its outcomes, focusing on specific stages of research the research cycle where patient involvement has been less present and what information and communication can help keep all parties feeling connected, heard and understood.
The networking or matchmaking session will be a great opportunity for patients and the interested public to meet researchers and determine how they could work more closely to truly embed patient and public involvement in research labs and teams.
Researchers will have the opportunity to meet some organisations and charities who may help them expand their PPI networks such as Asian Women Cancer Group Harrow, Independent Cancer Patients鈥� Voice, Blood Cancer UK, The Healing Church of God in Christ, Reviving Links and many more.
The Interaction Zone, The Invention Rooms
This free, in-person event offers NMAHPPs from across North West London the opportunity to network, attend workshops, and hear from our keynote speaker Professor Waljit Dhillo, Dean of the 蓝莓视频 Academy, who will discuss support for clinical academic training.
Attendees can explore poster exhibitions and will hear selected oral presentations as well as a research journey story.
Royal Geographic Society, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London
Hormones are crucial to normal health. These blood-borne signalling molecules regulate numerous body processes, from metabolism to mood.
It is vital that both doctors and patients understand how hormones work;鈥痟ormonal dysfunction has major health consequences, including diabetes and thyroid disease. For patients, misinformation is a common barrier to understanding their medical condition and how best to manage it.鈥疨rofessor Niamh Martin has pioneered innovative teaching approaches to engage and support learners, making difficult concepts accessible and meaningful. As Chair of Public Engagement at The Society for Endocrinology and through her involvement with The Pituitary Foundation, she plays a key role in combating misinformation and improving health literacy.
In this inaugural lecture, Professor Niamh Martin will discuss her experiences in healthcare, education and research, why endocrinology is such an important speciality, and why understanding hormones is important for everyone.
Lecture Theatre 200, City and Guilds Building
Led by Professor Karla Hemming
Join this Online Seminar to gain insight into developing robust statistical analysis plans tailored to complex trial designs.
Online
Writing targeted grant proposals... reducing time while increasing success
This training session is tailored for clinical academics and researchers in the Imperial College AHSC seeking Doctoral fellowship grants or higher. It focuses on honing the skill of securing funding by tailoring proposals to meet the specific requirements of diverse funding bodies, leading to time saving and allowing researchers to focus on their work or pursue additional funding opportunities.
Writing Quality papers... a strategic approach to getting published in your target journal
This session is designed to empower clinical academics by offering a structured process to enhance writing efficiency and confidence, thereby improving the likelihood of publication in the desired journal. Participants will learn strategies for optimising collaboration with co-authors and streamlining the processes of ideation, writing, and editing research papers.
Conference Rooms I-HUB (Translational & Innovation Hub), Imperial College White City Campus
Led by Professor Laura Gray and a PPI Representative
Join this Online Seminar to explore how to design research projects that embed patient and public involvement more effectively.
Online
