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SUMMARY:Futures\, Foresight and Horizon Scanning Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:This year’s conference is shaped by the central theme of Equity\, Ethics and Inclusivity — a call to action for more responsible\, transparent\, and equitable approaches to shaping the future of health and care.  As we face rapid technological advancements\, shifting societal needs\, and increasingly complex health challenges\, we must ensure that innovation works for everyone\, not just the few. Across all discussions and sessions\, we will be exploring how equity\, ethics\, and inclusivity is embedded into foresight\, research\, and decision-making practices from the outset. Through this lens\, we will explore the following key sub-themes : \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdvancing Horizon Scanning\, Foresight & Futures Methodologies – Exploring cutting-edge methodologies in horizon scanning\, foresight & futures.\nEmerging Disruptors – A deep dive into new and transformative trends\, such as AI-driven health solutions\, digital transformation\, and sector-wide challenges\nInsight to Implementation – Bridging the gap between horizon scanning\, foresight\, futures thinking\, and real-world adoption of technology and innovation.\n\n  \nWhat to look forward to\n\nEngaging keynote presentations from leaders in health\, technology\, ethics\, and futures thinking\nInteractive workshops designed to challenge assumptions and generate inclusive\, future-focused dialogue\nThemed presentations showcasing leading-edge work across foresight\, innovation\, and policy\nA curated exhibition highlighting responsible and inclusive innovation in practice \nMeaningful networking opportunities with cross-sector professionals\nAn optional conference meal on Wednesday 19th November at Blackfriars Restaurant in Newcastle
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/futures-foresight-and-horizon-scanning-conference-2025/
LOCATION:The Catalyst\, Science Square\, Newcastle Helix\,\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE4 5TG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:HRC Partner Events
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SUMMARY:PRISM Conference 2025 Navigating Career Pathways Together
DESCRIPTION:University of Warwick on Wednesday 19 November\, and online. \nFollowing the success of previous national PRISM Network conferences in Manchester and York\, this year’s event will take place at the University of Warwick on Wednesday 19 November\, and online. \nThe in-person venue is Scarman Conference Centre (Take a virtual tour of Scarman | Warwick Conferences)\, which is located on campus. \nThe theme for 2025 is Navigating Career Pathways Together\, with discussions focusing on skills\, backgrounds\, progression routes\, and porosity – the sectors PRISMs come from and move into. \nOur interactive sessions will explore career development\, recognition\, and how we can continue to strengthen the professional identity of\, and future opportunities for\, PRISM roles. \nEquity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion \nWe are committed to ensuring that our conference is inclusive and accessible to all. In selecting speakers\, we seek to represent a diverse range of backgrounds\, career stages\, disciplines\, and perspectives. \nTo support wider participation\, the event will be delivered in a hybrid format\, enabling engagement both in person and online. Travel bursaries are available for those without access to other sources of funding\, and assistive technologies will be in place to ensure that all participants\, whether attending remotely or on site\, can fully take part. \nProgramme\nSessions highlighted in bold will also be available to online participants. \nTime	Activity\n09:15 – 10:00	Arrival & Registration\n10:00 – 10:10	Welcome\n10:10 – 10:35	PRISM Network Update\n10:35 – 11:15\nPanel: Exploring Diverse PRISM Career Pathways\nEarly-stage and senior PRISMs share their journeys.\nChair: Dr Helen Turner\, Director\, Midlands Innovation\n11:15 – 11:35	Coffee Break\n11:35 – 12:15\nPanel: Enablers and Barriers to Progression\nSuccess stories and exploration of challenges for current and future PRISMs.\nChair: Ash Collins\, Senior Project Manager REC HURDLE\, University of Nottingham\n12:15 – 12:35	PRISM Trends and Future Directions\n12:35 – 12:50	Buddy Scheme Launch\n12:50 – 14:00	Lunch\n14:00 – 15:00	Your Career Progression Journey\n15:00 – 16:00\nShowcase: Sharing Best Practice\n16:00 – 16:30	Reflections & Next Steps\n16:30 – 17:15	Informal Networking\n17:30	Close
URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/prism-conference-2025-navigating-career-pathways-together/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building and Training
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SUMMARY:Cutting Edge Precision: The Future of Robotic Surgery
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URL:https://hrc-surgical.nihr.ac.uk/event/cutting-edge-precision-the-future-of-robotic-surgery/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:HRC Partner Events
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