Check out what happened at the 2023 Research and Innovation on the Run symposium below.
Create Visually Appealing Presentations
Tuesday 3 October 2023 at 12pm: Alana Pirrone keyboard_arrow_downDesigned for clinical and non-clinical staff who are keen to increase confidence and communication skills, this webinar will explore:
- 13 design principles for PowerPoint presentations including layout, hierarchy, composition, typography, imagery and colour.
- Getting interactive with your audience.
- A brief look at using visual attributes to make your designs more elegant, easy to understand and interpret.
- Practical activities and online resources for further information.
This FREE educational event is an initiative of the Grampians Health Research and Innovation on the Run event.
Register for the 'Create visually appealing presentations' workshop.
About the presenter:
Alana Pirrone is a Design and Data Visualisation Consultant. She is also the Design and Communications Coordinator for Child and Community Wellbeing Unit at the University of Melbourne. She specialises in data visualisation for knowledge translation. Examples of work can be found at www.alanapirrone.com.au.
Presenting Qualitative and Quantitative Data
Tuesday 17 October 2023 at 12pm: Alana Pirrone keyboard_arrow_downHow to present qualitative data from interviews and focus groups in an engaging way:
- creating a one-page research summary infographic
- practical activities and online resources for further information
- how to present quantitative data to a variety of audiences
- different chart type categories (example categorical, changes over time).
- how to transform charts using data storytelling
- practical activities and online resources for further information.
This FREE educational event is an initiative of the Grampians Health Research and Innovation on the Run event.
Register for the 'Presenting qualitative and quantitative data' workshop.
Workshop facilitator:
Alana Pirrone is a Design and Data Visualisation Consultant. She is also the Design and Communications Coordinator for Child and Community Wellbeing Unit at the University of Melbourne. She specialises in data visualisation for knowledge translation. Examples of work can be found at www.alanapirrone.com.au
Session 1: Tuesday 24 October 2023 at 12pm
Register for Session 1 keyboard_arrow_down The Centre for Australian Research into Access (CARA) – Reimagining rural health service delivery: data driven best practice keyboard_arrow_downPresenter: Anna Wong Shee
Presenter: Nicole O'Shea
Session 2: Thursday 26 October 2023 at 12pm
Register for Session 2 (internal online) keyboard_arrow_downPlease note: Session 2 is available to Grampians Health staff only.
Presenter: Lisa Bell
Presenter: Adam Livori
Presenter: Nicole O'Shea
Session 3: Tuesday 31 October 2023 at 12pm
Register for Session 3 keyboard_arrow_down Government-supported clinical knowledge and information resource portals: the state of play keyboard_arrow_downPresenter: Gemma Siemensma
Presenter: David Brownridge
Presenter: Tim Stewart
Session 4: Thursday 2 November 2023 at 12pm
Register for Session 4 (internal only) keyboard_arrow_downPlease note Session 4 is available for Grampians Health staff only
Presenter: Michael Pang
Presenter: Gemma Siemensma
Presenter: Nicole O'Shea
External webinars
Thursday 5 October 2023, 9.30am to 4.30pm: Clinical Research Online Workshop keyboard_arrow_downClinical Research Online Workshop
If you're an emerging researcher with a keen interest in clinical study design, join us for a practical and interactive workshop introducing the foundational knowledge and steps involved in progressing a clinical research idea through to execution.
Our digital information solution for patients from a CALD background
A revolutionary new app, complete with disease-specific QR codes, is set to transform how patients from CALD backgrounds affected by cancer access information about their care. Join us to hear Professor Justin Yeung discuss the development journey of 'Leaflet' and the day-to-day impact it could have in clinical practice.
Developing skills for nurse-led practice change
Learn how to determine knowledge gaps, clarify research questions and implement clinical practice change.
The legal aspects of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property
Join us in this transformative journey of knowledge, where we not only explore the legal dimensions but also embrace cultural sensitivity and respect as cornerstones of our interactions with First Nations peoples and their precious Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP).
A-CTEC October Symposium: Diversity and Equity in Clinical Trials
- 19 October 2023 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Session 1 – The Need for The Data
- Session 2 – Inclusion of Elderly & Paediatrics
- Session 3 – Equity of Access in Trials
An international perspective on improving cancer experiences and outcomes
The Suspected Cancer Pathway (SCP) is a Welsh Government target for diagnosing cancer and starting treatment more quickly. It also indicates where information and support should be provided to patients across the pathway. In this webinar, Bethan Hawkes, Lead Cancer Nurse from NHS Wales Executive will provide an overview of the target and how it's contributing to improved cancer outcomes for patients in Wales, UK.
VCCC Alliance Clinical Trials Design Workshop
Clinical trials are essential to discover whether new healthcare interventions improve outcomes for patients. This practical and interactive workshop will provide participants with a theoretical and practical understanding of clinical trial design.
Cancer mind care: breaking down the barriers
Around 40% of individuals with cancer also experience mental health concerns. In this webinar, a multidisciplinary line-up of experts will discuss how to address and work effectively with the barriers to treating people with both mental health concerns and cancer.
This webinar is part of a two-part series looking at the psychological needs of people with cancer.
Comprehensive patient assessment: seeing the whole picture
VCCC Alliance Nurse-Led Research Workshop
Join an expert line-up of presenters as they draw on a range of clinical examples to explore and demonstrate critical components of comprehensive patient assessment.
Cancer mind care: It’s the same storm, but what boat are you in?
Many individuals with cancer bring pre-existing mental health concerns to their cancer treatment. In this webinar, a multidisciplinary line-up of experts will look at the bio-psycho-social issues clinicians can face in these situations and discuss how best to work with them in an empathetic and helpful way.
This webinar is part of a two-part series looking at the psychological needs of people with cancer.
4th National HREC Conference
The 4th National HREC Conference continues to draw on ethics expertise from around Australia. Again this national conference will be free and held virtually across three full days from 29 November to 1 December 2023.
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