91΄σΙρ

This event aims to support professionals who are wanting to start research as part of their career but are unsure where to start - a one day networking event for early career researchers within child health, inclusive of all professional groups (nurses, AHPs, doctors etc). Spaces are limited, so please register for your place. 

This in person event will take place on Wednesday 6th January 2027, 10am-4pm @ UCL Bedford Way, London. Venue information will be shared with those registered before the event.

This event will include seven brief talks:

• 4 Mini Talks (15 minutes each) - A brief introduction to key research skills, Self-care and resilience for researchers, How to find and maintain research collaborations and mentoring, PPIE presentation.
• 3 Case Study Talks (10 minutes each) - 3 researchers from different professions will share their experiences about their pathway into research.

This event will include 3 networking sessions:

• Catered Lunch with Posters - There will be a catered lunch for networking with the opportunity to present/view posters.
• Speed Networking - Attendees will get a chance to talk with a range of senior researchers and PPIE representatives.
• Group Discussions - There will be an opportunity to further discuss any networking and research opportunities in small groups.

The NIHR incubator programme supports the development of research capacity in professional communities. This event is being run by the NIHR supported General Paediatric Incubator. 

Click below to register for the event.