NIHR | Manchester Biomedical Research Centre

Training Event and Seminar Series

The NIHR Manchester BRC hosts regular training events, including monthly seminars, designed to share scientific ideas, foster collaboration, and build capacity in experimental medicine. These events provide invaluable opportunities to educate, inspire, and promote partnerships that align with our mission to drive health improvements and lasting change.

Who should attend?

Our training events are open to:

  • Researchers, students, fellows, technical and operations staff, and healthcare professionals.
  • Contributors across The University of Manchester and NHS Partner Organisations, and NIHR Infrastructure.
  • Regional and national collaborators, including the Northern BRC Network.
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Participation is encouraged across all levels, whether as a presenter or attendee, to support shared learning and collaboration.

Goals of the training series

  • Showcase Manchester BRC Research: Highlight the breadth of experimental medicine research and stimulate cross-disciplinary discussions.
  • Develop Core Insights: Explore key themes such as innovation, digital advancements, patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE), and Team Science.
  • Promote the BRC Mission: Raise awareness of our goals and progress across partners and the wider community.
  • Foster Engagement: Create a diverse learning community and share development opportunities with staff, students, patients, and public stakeholders.

Upcoming events in 2025

Mark your calendar for these exciting sessions, with more details to come.

January

March

May

June

September

October

November


Dedicated training sessions for PhD Students and Clinical Fellows

  • Innovation and Partnerships Induction Session – Thursday 23 January
  • PPIE Workshop – Friday 21 March
  • Team Research – Wednesday 2 April or Thursday 3 April
  • PhD Showcase Event – October, date to be confirmed

 

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Contact information

If you have any enquiries about the Training Event and Seminar Series, please contact Jane Crosbie (Education and Training Coordinator at Manchester BRC)