Upcoming Events
- 27th July 2026
- Imperial BRC PPIEP Drop in session - Topic: "How I shared research results with patients via Zoom"12:30 - 13:30
Dear all,
Please find below the agenda for this drop-in session.
Speaker: Katherine Lodge (IPPRF Research Fellow at NHLI; Imperial BRC Respiratory Theme PPIEP Co‑lead)Agenda for this session:1. Introductions (All) 2. Public Involvement updates (PERC) 3. Discussion topic: "How I shared research results with patients via Zoom" - Katherine Lodge (IPPRF Research Fellow at NHLI and Imperial BRC Respiratory theme PPIEP co-lead) 4. Q&A regarding discussion topic and more generally 5. CloseMeeting ID: 378 524 649 732Passcode: BVu5ukIn the meantime, please let us know if you have any questions or if you have any topic suggestions for future sessions. Best wishes, The Patient Experience Research Centre (PERC) Online meeting More details »
- Imperial BRC PPIEP Drop in session - Topic: "How I shared research results with patients via Zoom"12:30 - 13:30
- 8th September 2026
- An event for clinical PhD Fellows: How to Survive and Thrive in the Research Environment14:00 - 16:00This FREE in-person event is designed for all clinicians currently undertaking PhDs (Doctors and NMAHPPs – Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists).
It is sometimes difficult to transition from clinical practice (being swamped with patients and in busy clinics and wards); into the life of a PhD student, managing yourself and your time, working with highly skilled often younger scientists, and negotiating support with colleagues. Being confident in this new space can be hard, as can planning your future when you come close to finishing.
Come along and hear from current and recently completed clinicians who have undertaken PhDs, from supervisors and mentors, and even more importantly have the opportunity to meet them and other colleagues face to face to network, share solutions, concerns and successful approaches, and meet clinicians outside your own departments
Find out more and express an interest for a place
If you need any more information or have any questions, please contact us at: cato@imperial.ac.uk
Conference Rooms
Translation & Innovation Hub (I-HUB)
Imperial College White City Campus
- An event for clinical PhD Fellows: How to Survive and Thrive in the Research Environment14:00 - 16:00This FREE in-person event is designed for all clinicians currently undertaking PhDs (Doctors and NMAHPPs – Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists).
It is sometimes difficult to transition from clinical practice (being swamped with patients and in busy clinics and wards); into the life of a PhD student, managing yourself and your time, working with highly skilled often younger scientists, and negotiating support with colleagues. Being confident in this new space can be hard, as can planning your future when you come close to finishing.
Come along and hear from current and recently completed clinicians who have undertaken PhDs, from supervisors and mentors, and even more importantly have the opportunity to meet them and other colleagues face to face to network, share solutions, concerns and successful approaches, and meet clinicians outside your own departments
Find out more and express an interest for a place
If you need any more information or have any questions, please contact us at: cato@imperial.ac.uk
Conference Rooms
- 15th September 2026
- New CATO Masterclass: Human-First Healthcare: Moving from Ideas to Impact13:00 - 14:00In this inspiring session, Alex Barclay will explore how clinical academics can strengthen the capabilities needed to move from research ideas, technologies and interventions into real-world adoption and impact. The Institute of Global Health Innovation (IGHI) and Helix Centre at Imperial College work at the intersection of healthcare, technology, design, research and systems change - helping healthcare teams translate ideas and innovation into improvements that create meaningful impact for patients, staff and healthcare organisations. Facilitator: Alex Barclay, Head of Education, Helix Centre, Institute of Global Health Innovation, Imperial College London/ Associate Director, MSc Healthcare & Design Find out more and register If you need any more information or have any questions, please contact us at: cato@imperial.ac.uk Zoom call joining details will be sent to registered delegates 24hrs before the session. Online (via Zoom)
- 30th September 2026
- North West London Research Symposium for NMAHPPS12:00 - 17:00Open for booking now!
The North West London Research Symposium for NMAHPPS will take place on Wednesday September 30, 2026.
This popular FREE symposium is aimed at NMAHPPs (Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacy Staff and Psychologists) and academics in North West London (NWL) thinking of taking a research postgraduate course, those wondering about pursuing a research career and those involved in healthcare research already.
This year's event will run in-person at the Copthorne Tara Hotel (South Kensington) and offers a great opportunity to meet, network and learn from the collective research experience of colleagues working across North West London.
Joining us for our keynote session this year is Professor Gary Frost, Chair in Nutrition & Dietetics at Imperial College London. We will hear from Professor Frost about his journey from allied health practitioner to Professor in his field. In addition, you will have the chance to take part in workshops on topics including writing for publication, impact, innovation and fellowship applications.
You will have the opportunity to view posters, submitted by peers from across North West London, and to hear two research presentations selected from the best of the abstracts submitted.
Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
This Symposium is delivered by Imperial College Clinical Academic Training Office on behalf of the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) partners.
Please enter your details in the form below to book your place at the Symposium.
If you have any questions about the process, please do email cato@imperial.ac.uk.
Abstract submission deadline Monday 29 June noon.
We look forward to reading your abstracts!
You can register to attend here
Submit your abstract here
CATO Team
Copthorne Tara Hotel
Scarsdale Place
South Kensington
London
W8 5SY
- North West London Research Symposium for NMAHPPS12:00 - 17:00Open for booking now!
The North West London Research Symposium for NMAHPPS will take place on Wednesday September 30, 2026.
This popular FREE symposium is aimed at NMAHPPs (Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacy Staff and Psychologists) and academics in North West London (NWL) thinking of taking a research postgraduate course, those wondering about pursuing a research career and those involved in healthcare research already.
This year's event will run in-person at the Copthorne Tara Hotel (South Kensington) and offers a great opportunity to meet, network and learn from the collective research experience of colleagues working across North West London.
Joining us for our keynote session this year is Professor Gary Frost, Chair in Nutrition & Dietetics at Imperial College London. We will hear from Professor Frost about his journey from allied health practitioner to Professor in his field. In addition, you will have the chance to take part in workshops on topics including writing for publication, impact, innovation and fellowship applications.
You will have the opportunity to view posters, submitted by peers from across North West London, and to hear two research presentations selected from the best of the abstracts submitted.
Places will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
This Symposium is delivered by Imperial College Clinical Academic Training Office on behalf of the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) partners.
Please enter your details in the form below to book your place at the Symposium.
If you have any questions about the process, please do email cato@imperial.ac.uk.
Abstract submission deadline Monday 29 June noon.
We look forward to reading your abstracts!
You can register to attend here
Submit your abstract here
CATO Team
Copthorne Tara Hotel
- 13th October 2026
- Academic Opportunities for Resident Doctors14:00 - 17:00Booking now open!
How to develop a career in Academic Medicine (in any specialty), an overview of opportunities both locally and nationally, and how to succeed at Imperial College London
This event is aimed at Resident Doctors working within the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre /NW London Trusts. This workshop will provide valuable information on how to kick-start and develop a clinical academic career — what it means, how to get started, and what opportunities are available. The session will include a presentation on NIHR research training fellowships, tips for applying, and talks from current Clinical Academics about their research career paths and how they have balanced academic work with clinical training and home life! Delegates will have ample opportunities to talk with speakers and have a wide-ranging discussion, and importantly also get the chance to meet and network with other junior doctors from across the Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC), considering clinical academic careers. Find out more and secure a place If you need any more information or have any questions, please contact us at: cato@imperial.ac.uk Scale Space
White City Imperial Campus
58 Wood Lane
London W12 7RZ
- Academic Opportunities for Resident Doctors14:00 - 17:00Booking now open!
- 26th October 2026
- Imperial BRC PPIEP Drop in session - "Strengthening Voices: Establishing the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit Parent Network"12:30 - 13:30Dear all,
Please find below the agenda for this drop-in session.
Speaker: - Emma Alexander (Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Critical Care, and NIHR Doctoral Fellowship)
Agenda for this session:
- Introductions (All)
- Public Involvement updates (PERC)
- Discussion topic: "Strengthening Voices: Establishing the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit Parent Network" - Emma Alexander (Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Critical Care, and NIHR Doctoral Fellowship)
- Q&A regarding discussion topic and more generally
- Close
Meeting ID: 378 524 649 732Passcode: BVu5ukIn the meantime, please let us know if you have any questions or if you have any topic suggestions for future sessions. Best wishes,The Patient Experience Research Centre (PERC) Online meeting More details »
- Imperial BRC PPIEP Drop in session - "Strengthening Voices: Establishing the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit Parent Network"12:30 - 13:30Dear all,
Please find below the agenda for this drop-in session.
Speaker: - Emma Alexander (Clinical Research Fellow in Paediatric Critical Care, and NIHR Doctoral Fellowship)
Agenda for this session: