Empowering NHS innovators to navigate research, regulation & governance
2026-03-05 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Old Medical School, Thoresby Place Great George Street Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
Innovation in digital health and AI is moving fast — but regulatory expectations are accelerating even faster.

Investing in Success: Scaling West Yorkshire's HealthTech Sector
2026-03-05 10:30 - 18:30 | Horizon Leeds, Kendall Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 1JR, United Kingdom
Join us for Investing in Success: Scaling West Yorkshire’s HealthTech Sector, a premier exchange event designed to connect high-potential HealthTech start-up and scale-ups with leading investors and funding experts. Hosted in the heart of West Yorkshire, this event celebrates the achievements of the Launchpad programme while paving the way for future growth and investment opportunities.
Why Attend?
• Learn from industry leaders and investors about what drives successful funding.
• Build valuable connections with investors, innovators, and ecosystem partners.
• Discover investment resources and opportunities available for HealthTech start-up and scale-ups in West Yorkshire.
• Celebrate the legacy of the Launchpad programme and explore what’s next for HealthTech innovation in West Yorkshire.

From Unmet Need to Evidence Generation
2026-03-11 10:00 - 15:30 | Universitiy of Manchester, Manchester
This workshop will be delivered by the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Emergency and Acute Care. You’ll benefit from expertise in healthtech evidence generation and evaluation and hear valuable insights about successful HealthTech development in the NHS.
The journey from identifying an unmet need to generating evidence for adoption and reimbursement is complex. This workshop will break down the process, highlight key hurdles, and share strategies to develop a compelling evidence case and secure funding.
What are the aims of the workshop?

To help companies that are developing diagnostics, digital health products, or medical devices to articulate unmet need from multiple perspectives (clinical, patient, economic).
To demonstrate what works (and what doesn’t) through real company case studies.
To provide a practical framework for structuring your evidence story.
To introduce NIHR i4i and other funding routes for evidence generation.

Who should attend?

Industry innovators (SMEs, start-ups) developing health technologies for the UK market.

Industry innovators with limited experience of development and commercialisation of novel technology for the NHS.

ABHI Showcase Event
2026-03-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Old Medical School, Thoresby Place Great George Street Leeds, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
TBC

An introduction to the 2026 INSIGHT competition
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United Kingdom
The 2026 INSIGHT Competition is a funding opportunity for institutions to deliver regional INSIGHT programmes that will offer engagement activities and research masters studentships in 2027, 2028 and 2029. Regional INSIGHT programmes play a key role in attracting students and recent graduate clinicians and practitioners into research. The webinar will give participants an introduction to the programme; updates for the 2026 competition, including the incorporation of INSPIRE funding; and advice on submitting an application. There will also be a Q&A session with panel members.

NIHR THRIVE Programme of Entrepreneurship Training and Funding
2026-03-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Get ready to level up your entrepreneurial skills and secure funding at the NIHR THRIVE Programme!

In order to obtain tickets for the webinar please use Access Code: NIHR
The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme is accepting applications with the second call for the researcher and clinician-led THRIVE (Translate Healthcare Research through InnoVation and Entrepreneurship) funding and training opportunity.
THRIVE aims to accelerate the translation of healthcare innovations tackling health inequalities from bench to bed, speed up patient benefit and concurrently expand the entrepreneurial mindset of researchers and clinicians.
THRIVE is aimed at academic and clinical entrepreneurs with innovations at prototype development level (Technology Readiness Level (TRL 3)) and above to ensure that the product is advanced enough to test the market need and build a commercialisation strategy and benefit from the training by applying the ideas and frameworks to an innovation ready for translation.
THRIVE offers up to £150,000 over 9 months to support the development of the technology and a structured programme of entrepreneurial training, mentoring, peer support and networking. Through the programme the innovators will explore the market for their innovation and identify potential routes for commercialising (spin-out vs licensing) or sustaining their innovation (Intrapreneurship).
The programme supports innovations that can reduce health inequalities and meet needs in underserved communities.
Applications from underserved communities and geographies as well as under-represented innovators are encouraged.

NICE Conference 2026
2026-03-17 08:00 - 18:00 | Manchester Deansgate Hotel, 303 Deansgate, Manchester, Manchester, M3 4LQ, United Kingdom
The NICE Conference 2026 delivers an exciting programme exploring the challenges and opportunities facing today’s health and care system.

Hear how NICE is supporting the rapid emergence of innovative health technologies, while also ensuring the health and care system remains sustainable and accessible for all. Find out how NICE is leading the charge in determining which digital innovations the NHS should adopt. Explore what is being done to support the rollout of a potential game-changing wave of new preventative interventions. Register for your place today to hear the latest on how NICE is helping practitioners and commissioners get the best care to people, fast, while ensuring value for the taxpayer.

Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum 2026
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-25
The Minoritised Life Scientists Future Forum is a groundbreaking new event that brings together students, researchers, professionals, and organisations from across the life sciences to celebrate diversity, amplify underrepresented voices, and shape a more inclusive scientific future.

Free Finance Webinar: From Innovation to Control - How to Fund and Run a Scaling Business
2026-03-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Online, United Kingdom
TBAT Innovation, in partnership with Isosceles Finance, invites you to join our free webinar, “From Innovation to Control: How to Fund and Run a Scaling Business”
Our experts will explore how innovative companies can fund development while building the financial structure and visibility required to scale successfully.
What will the session include?
The session will explain how R&D tax credits and innovation funding can support growth, and why having the right accounting, reporting, and financial controls in place is critical as your business grows.
Our speakers will share practical insights into how founders and finance leaders can avoid common mistakes, improve financial clarity, and ensure their business is compliant, well-run, and ready for the next stage of growth.
Who should attend the webinar?

This webinar is perfect for founders, CEOs, and finance leads in innovative and scaling UK businesses who want to understand how innovation funding and operational finance should work together to support sustainable growth.
Key takeaways

• How UK R&D tax credits and innovation funding can improve cash flow and extend runway
• Common financial and operational mistakes innovative businesses make as they scale, and how to avoid them
• What a scalable outsourced accounting and fractional finance function looks like in practice
• How to build reliable reporting, forecasting, and financial control without the overhead of a full in-house team
• How innovation funding and financial control work together to support confident decision-making and growth

How to write a plain English summary
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
Discover an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one at our webinar on 24 March from 12-1pm.
Attend to discover:
➡️ insights from a public contributor you can apply to your research application
➡️ what support is available
➡️ where to find useful resources
An integral part of research that is funded by NIHR is to ensure that patients, carers, service users and the public have the opportunity to shape and influence the relevance, quality and impact of our health and care research.
A plain English summary is a clear, brief summary of the research, written for members of the public rather than researchers or professionals.
This webinar will be relevant to you if you are an NIHR-funded researcher or a researcher applying for an NIHR career development award.
The webinar will cover:
➡️ NIHR’s Strategic Commitments for Public Partnerships
➡️ explanation of plain English summaries and their importance
➡️ how to write one and what to include
➡️ what support is available through the Research Support Service (RSS)
➡️ signposting to useful resources
By attending this webinar, you will discover:
➡️ an in-depth understanding of plain English summaries and how to write an effective one
➡️ insights from a public contributor that you can apply to your research application
The 60-minute webinar will be facilitated by Linda Onerhime-Prince, Senior NIHR PPI Manager and Dr Jo Lally, Strategic Lead for Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, NIHR RSS.

How to write a plain English summary
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United Kingdom
An integral part of research that is funded by NIHR is to ensure that patients, carers, service users and the public have the opportunity to shape and influence the relevance, quality and impact of our health and care research. A plain English summary is a clear, brief summary of the research, written for members of the public rather than researchers or professionals. This webinar will be relevant to you if you are an NIHR-funded researcher or a researcher applying for an NIHR career development award.

Embedding public partnerships in MRC funding applications
2026-03-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, United Kingdom
It is likely to be of most interest to researchers, research office professional services staff supporting grant applications, public involvement and engagement community.
MRC is encouraging its research community to consider how public partnerships can inform and improve research and be of mutual benefit.
Agenda:

Why public partnerships matter
The difference public partners can make
When and how to include public partnerships:

Considering opportunities throughout the research cycle
Guidance on integrating public partnerships into research applications

Questions to the panel

When registering for the webinar you can submit advance questions for the panel (up to 17 March) and you can use Q&A functionality at the webinar.

Surgical Innovation Ideathon by RCS England I-Hub in partnership with LIHE
2026-03-25 09:00 - 18:30 | London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE), London Institute for Healthcare Engineering - LIHE 100 Lambeth Palace Road, London, SE1 7AR, United Kingdom
Dissect validated surgical problems into commercially valuable solutions through the power of surgeon, academic and industry collaboration.

RCS England and London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE) are delighted to announce this in-person, Surgical Innovation Ideathon event uniting surgeons, research academics and industry to accelerate meaningful surgical innovation.

Manchester Health Series 2025/2026
2026-03-26 08:00 - 17:00
The free-of-charge events in Manchester will take place on:
26th March 2026 (Nuclear Medicine)
They will feature keynote speakers, fireside chats, roundtable discussions, expos, pitch sessions, one-to-one clinics (where possible), super connect networking sessions, and more. Empact Ventures will support you to get super connected with potential partners, clients, funders or business support during and after the event through its warm, curated email introductions process, in addition to your networking.
To reserve your place, please fill in the registration form below, and if you have any questions, please email jemma@empact-ventures.com

NIHR Yorkshire and the Humber HCP internship kick off meeting
2026-04-17 09:30 - 16:00 | Cloth Hall Court, Leeds
Welcome to Cohort 1 of the NIHR Yorkshire and the Humber HCP internship programme

Welcome to Cohort 1 of the NIHR Yorkshire and Humber Community of Research practice HCP internship programme.
Our first meeting includes:

Introducing our interns and faculty
Meeting the team
Heaingr from a member of the NIHR academy
Finding your budy
And asking your questions

Looking forward to meeting everyone.

RCS England Future of Surgery Festival
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-21 | ICC Birmingham, Broad Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B1 2EA, United Kingdom
A celebration of surgery, shaped by you.
On 20 and 21 April 2026 we are bringing together surgeons and surgical teams for a first-of-its-kind UK festival dedicated to the future of surgery. A space for connection, inspiration, and collaboration, our vision is to unite the best and brightest minds from all career stages and specialties because your questions, insights and experiences will help shape the conversations that matter most. And meaningful change happens when we come together.
More than an event
With over 25 hours of high-quality curated content to choose from and many opportunities to meet peers and collaborate in facilitated sessions, you’ll be able to design your own programme. Whether it’s hearing from thought leaders and trailblazers, accessing practical advice and support, or being newly inspired, this is your opportunity to explore what’s important to you and to contribute to the future of the profession.
If that’s not enough, you’ll also be able to explore the latest technology, soak up the atmosphere and come away feeling energised by this celebration of surgery and the people, like you, who shape it.
Themes that matter
Festival topics will span innovation, workforce and wellbeing, diversity, equity and inclusion, global surgery and more, reflecting the issues shaping surgical practice today and tomorrow.
Be part of it. Find out more on our dedicated festival website.
Register your interest to be the first to receive the programme and hear when early bird booking opens. Have a question or an idea? We would love to hear from you – email the team.

NIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat
2026-04-21 09:30 - 17:00
Get ready to dive into funding tips and tricks to boost your Health and Life Sciences / Social Care application game at this retreat.
NIHR RSS SME Funding Application Development Retreat
Join us on April 21, 2026 at 9:30 AM (BST) for a relaxed and productive day focused on SME funding applications. This in-person retreat is perfect if you want to get hands-on help and connect with others working on similar projects. Whether you’re just starting or need a boost to your application, this event will give you the support and insights you need. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to collaborate and learn!

Engineering Medical Innovation for Scale - InFact x SETT x NIHR Webinar
2026-04-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Online, United Kingdom
Are you a MedTech innovator, researcher, or clinician working to bring a device, diagnostic or treatment technology to market? Do you find yourself curious about how to bridge the gap between promising science and a scalable, trial-ready solution?

Join inFact, the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Accelerated Surgical Care, and the Southampton Emerging Therapies and Technologies (SETT) Centre for a practical webinar exploring how engineering expertise, rigorous process, and the right partnerships can dramatically accelerate MedTech commercialisation — and what that looks like in practice.
This webinar is hosted by inFact, a New Zealand-based MedTech engineering company with a mission to halve the time it takes for medical innovations to reach market. With teams spanning mechanical design, embedded systems, industrial design, software, materials science, and regulatory compliance, inFact partners with innovators globally to take science from the benchtop to clinical trials and beyond.

What we’ll cover:
Reflections on the MedTech innovation and the challenges facing innovators today
A deep-dive case study: how inFact partnered with the University of Auckland to transform a complex laboratory process into a clinical trial-ready oxidative stress detection device and consumable, all while the science was still being developed
The systematic engineering approach inFact applies across all MedTech projects: de-risking, staged development, regulatory alignment, and clinician-centred design
An interactive discussion to understand where UK innovators are experiencing the most friction on their commercialisation journey and how partnerships can help
This session is designed to be practical and participatory. Come ready to share your challenges and co-create solutions.

Who should attend?
This webinar is relevant to MedTech founders and startups, academic researchers commercialising technology, NHS clinicians developing devices or diagnostics, NIHR grant holders, and innovation managers working across the UK health and life sciences ecosystem.

About InFact
InFact specialises in working with scientists while the science is still evolving. They provide design and engineering capabilities in the early stages so you can scale up your clinical and scientific programmes. Their extensive reach into specialist global suppliers for materials and prototyping processes ensures they can efficiently build equipment needed for cutting-edge science.​ Their capabilities extend to integrating QMS requirements, reimbursement, IP strategy, go-to-market and manufacturing from the earliest phases through to commercialisation. Since 1998, inFact has provided advanced engineering design services to help commercialise science & research for Medical, Deeptech and industrial applications and we bring an extensive array of technology solutions to resolving challenges with new innovations.

About NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Accelerated Surgical Care
The HealthTech Research Centre in Accelerated Surgical Care aims to drive HealthTech innovation patients and healthcare systems to deliver socio-economic benefit through quicker diagnosis and treatment of surgical conditions with safe, early recovery in the community. They focus on supporting the entire surgical pathway, merging expertise from diagnostics and medtech to move technologies into the NHS faster. Its main goals include providing support for market access and regulatory expertise, training and capacity building to educate and increase knowledge in relevant fields, and supporting technologies with high potential for adoption.

About Southampton Emerging Therapies and Technologies (SETT) Centre
The SETT Centre was established in 2021 to bring together and focus on three exciting areas within which we can translate cutting edge research and innovation into clinical care and patient outcomes. Since 2021 SETT has supported over 153 research studies. We have grown from a handful of people to a wide network of over 35 people all collaborating at different points along the research pathway to improve patient care. Their vision is to bring life changing cures closer to those who need them, accelerate clinical testing of innovations and translate technology into clinical care, and harness cutting-edge data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence into care delivery.

Health Economics Workshop
2026-04-23 09:30 - 16:00 | Cloth Hall Court, Quebec Street, Leeds, England, LS1 2HA
Further details to follow with registration link
Academics, SME’s, Clinicians and students are invited to attend this one day workshop.
Numbers are limited to early registration is a must.

Introduction to Early Economic Evaluation for HealthTech Training Course
2026-04-23 09:30 - 16:30 | Cloth Hall Court, Leeds
We’re running a one-day training workshop on how early economic evaluation can support HealthTech development, pricing and adoption decisions.
This course is designed for SMEs, academics, researchers and students interested in HealthTech innovation and evaluation. No prior economics experience is required.
Through practical examples and group work, participants will learn how early models inform value cases, evidence strategy and commercial planning.
📍 Cloth Hall Court, Leeds
📅 23rd April
💲 Free to attend (lunch included)
⚠️ Limited places

Coffee and Learn: Unlocking the Strategic Value of Patient Engagement in Healthcare Investments - A Tool for the PE Community
2026-04-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Online, United Kingdom
This tool equips PE champions with the knowledge, evidence, and strategies to position patient engagement (PE) as a value driver in healthcare investment. We’ll explore how integrating patient engagement (PE) into the investment community can align investor motivations with PE’s potential to drive both financial returns and societal impact in healthcare businesses.
Whether you want to engage with investors directly or nudge your investor relations colleagues, don’t miss out on hearing from fellow PE Champions on how they’ve already leveraged this new tool – join us to embark on the shared journey to advance patient-centered solutions with investors!

An introduction to open publishing and peer review with NIHR Open Research
2026-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United Kingdom
This webinar will provide an overview of the open publishing and peer review model used by NIHR Open Research, including advice for first-time authors and NIHR grantees. You will also have the opportunity to hear from Marian Knight, Professor of Maternal and Child Population Health at the University of Oxford. Marian is the Scientific Director for NIHR Infrastructure, and an NIHR Open Research Advisory Board member and author; she will share her author experience in using the platform to publish her research. There will be a Q&A and the session will be recorded for registrants who are unable to attend live.

NIHR Open Research provides all NIHR-funded researchers with a place to publish any results they think are worth sharing. Submissions to NIHR Open Research are subject to editorial checks that ensure the robustness, quality, and transparency of the underlying research. Following these checks, articles are published Open Access before peer review, so that they can be viewed as quickly as possible. Expert reviewers are then selected and invited, and their reports and names are published alongside the article, post-publication. Articles that pass our peer review process are indexed in major databases like PubMed and Scopus.

NIHR MLTC CNC Webinar: Exploring Patient-Reported Outcomes in MLTC Research
2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, United Kingdom
Exploring Patient- Reported Outcomes in MLTC Research- What, Why, and How
Hosted by the MLTC CNC Methodologies Workstream, in this session Dr Sarah Hughes ( Centre for Patient Reported Outcomes Research (CPROR), University of Birmingham) will explore what patient-reported-outcomes (PROs) are, why they are important, and how they are currently used in MLTC research and care. She will also discuss some of the challenges, future directions for MLTC PRO research, and what is needed for PROs to better reflect patients’ perspectives of their health.
You can register to attend here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/AP8ZggDYX2
Please share with colleagues in your infrastructure and for further information please contact James.Finney@leicester.ac.uk

Devices & Diagnostics: Turning data into better care
2026-05-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Online, United Kingdom
Please join us for our next Innovation Club exploring how data from devices, diagnostics and digital tools is translated into practical, patient centred care across the healthcare system. This is been delivered as a hybrid session so either join us in person at the Innovation Pop Up (light lunch provided) or online.

Speakers:
Dr Andrea Utley – Head of Impact & Innovation, Biomedical Sciences at the University of Leeds
Andrea will present findings from three studies assessing the accuracy and efficacy of the Yuwell Anytime continuous glucose monitor. She leads Impact and Innovation in the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Leeds, working with industry partners on research that supports product development at local, national and international level.
Tsitsi Chinyandura – Founder of Lotessa Digital Health
Tsitsi will present Lotessa, her Leeds‑based, patient‑led digital health platform supporting people prescribed GLP‑1 medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro. Developed from lived experience, it supports patients and clinicians across the GLP‑1 pathway, including BMI verification, medication logging, adherence monitoring and side‑effect management.

Mr Paul Nix – Consultant Otolaryngology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust
Paul will share evidence from a pilot study on Steriwave nasal photodisinfection, showing how a rapid, clinician‑led intervention can dramatically reduce surgical site infections. It will explore the implications for patient outcomes, antibiotic stewardship and wider NHS system productivity.

Dr Nick Gompertz – CEO and founder of EarSwitch
Nick will present EarSwitch, an in‑ear technology that captures biometric signals from the ear canal to support more inclusive monitoring and interaction. It will explore how this approach can enable more accessible, dignified care across assistive technology and future health monitoring.

PROBr & NIHR presents: Clinical Trials Week Webinar Series (3 day part)
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-20 | Online, United Kingdom
Explore clinical research, innovation, and myths in this 3-part webinar series. Learn, engage, and be part of the future of healthcare.

A 3-Part Webinar Series Exploring Research, Innovation & Inclusion
Join PROBr and the NIHR part of Your Voice in Health Research for a dynamic, educational, and interactive Clinical Trials Week, designed to open the door to research for everyone, whether you’re completely new or already involved in healthcare, academia, or innovation.
This 3-day virtual series brings together researchers, clinicians, innovators, and the public to break down what clinical research really is, explore cutting-edge innovations, and challenge common misconceptions that often prevent people from getting involved.

Essential Guide to Grant Applications (EGGA)
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | Online, United Kingdom
Our Essential Guide to Grant Applications (EGGA) is a free-to-attend, online, three-day masterclass, funded and hosted by NIHR RSS USP, on how to write a grant application for applied health or social care research that is strong from a methodological point of view, reads well and presents a convincing case for funding. The event will cover important writing tips, along with guidance on what reviewers will be looking for in an application. Attendees will learn how to make their research idea clear and compelling to reviewers, how to write a good methods section and how to demonstrate credible support.
The online masterclass focuses on how to sell your research idea by:

writing a convincing application with a good structure, flow and argument;

presenting a strong methods section, including statistical, qualitative, health economics and Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) elements;

having a good project plan;

engaging with sources of external support for your research.

Digital Literacy as a Determinant of Health
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Mid Yorkshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4DG, United Kingdom
Digital literacy is increasingly a gateway to health, wellbeing and opportunity. Accessing GP services, managing long-term conditions, applying for benefits, finding housing support, or engaging in education now relies on digital confidence as much as clinical provision.

Building on widely recognised determinants of health, such as income, housing, education and social networks, digital inclusion is emerging as a critical determinant shaping how people experience health and care across West Yorkshire.

This event brings together community leaders, healthcare professionals, innovators, and people with lived experience to explore how local communities are responding and what collective action looks like next. Participants will share insights, discuss practical solutions, and contribute to a West Yorkshire Digital Literacy Insight Resource that captures learning from across the region.

What to expect
– Interactive sessions: conversation tables, QR prompts, post-it notes and discussion cards so everyone can join in
– Lightning talks: hear real stories from local innovators, health educators and people driving change in the community
– Networking: connect with people from health, tech, community organisations and local government
– Action focus: help identify priorities that will shape the West Yorkshire resource and future One HealthTech activity

Whether you work in health or tech, or simply care about making digital health fairer, you’re very welcome. Let’s come together, share ideas and build something better. Arrive at 17:30 for refreshments, with the event starting at 18:00.

Your Voice in Health Research Summit
2026-05-22 17:00 - 20:30 | Cardigan Community Centre, Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Join us in person to share your experiences and ideas about health research! This is your chance to make a real impact and help shape the future of healthcare. Come meet researchers, connect with others passionate about health, and have your voice heard in a relaxed and friendly setting. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to be part of something meaningful!
For more information, visit the organiser’s website: https://www.probr.co

2nd Biomarker Accelerator Conference 2026
2026-06-02 09:00 - 17:30 | ARC West London, Manbre Road, London, W6 9RH, United Kingdom
Rescuing Stalled Biomarkers and Accelerating Translation
Join leading voices from industry and academia for a dynamic, solution-focused conference dedicated to accelerating the journey of biomarkers from discovery to patient care, hosted at ARC West London.
About the Event:
Biomarker Accelerator 2026 brings together researchers, clinicians, industry experts, and innovators to tackle one of the biggest challenges in healthcare: why promising biomarkers stall; and how to move them forward. This event is designed to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and real-world application, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, practical insights, and translational impact.

Opportunity for early career researchers to help shape the new NIHR Planetary Health Research Framework
2026-06-02 14:00 - 16:30 | Online, United Kingdom
We are looking to refresh our NIHR Carbon Reduction Guidelines and develop a new NIHR Planetary Health Research Framework that is targeted towards environmental sustainability; supporting research that can help deliver low carbon, sustainable and resilient health and care systems.
We are looking for up to 4 early career researchers (doctoral or postdoctoral) who are ideally working in, or familiar with, the climate, health and sustainability field to bring your experiences and perspectives to help shape the new framework.
The Ask: We ask that you are available to join an online workshop on Tuesday 2nd June 2026 (14:00 -16:30). Interested individuals are asked to complete and submit a short EOI form before 5pm on Monday 11th May 2026 and outcomes will be communicated by the 18th May.
