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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Boost your confidence in #PublicSpeaking with our half-day workshop "A Practical Guide to Public Speaking" on 28 Oct 26. The course is for anyone working in a #ClinicalResearch context who wants to build speaking #Confidence and #Communicate their work. Details/booking - edin.ac/4hymvJm.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Check out our Autumn programme of #ShortCourses for people working in #ClinicalResearch - www.ed.ac.uk/crfcourses. Discounts on many courses, including Funded Places for #UniversityofEdinburgh and #NHSLothian. #Training on #MHRAInspection, #InformedConsent, #Statistics, #PublicSpeaking and more.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Explore the key principles of #QualitativeResearch methods in health research on our 6 session online course, 6-22 July. Details/booking - edin.ac/4eliXIB. Testimonials - "The course covered every aspect about doing a qualitative study" "Thank you for demystifying qualitative research!" "Inspiring".

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Introduction to qualitative methods in healthcare research | Short Courses - University of Edinburgh

This six-session online course introduces the key principles in research design and strategy for qualitative research in healthcare.

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NHS Research Scotland @nhsresearchscotland.org.uk · 31/05/2026

Research Bulletin, NHS Research Scotland's monthly newsletter is out now, leading with new statistics published on International Clinical Trials day, registration information for upcoming webinars, the launch of a new national framework, and more. Read the issue 🔗 tinyurl.com/pevswe8m

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

That brings us to the end of a great two days at the Edinburgh #ClinicalResearch Methodology Course #ECRMC26. Thanks to all our speakers, panel members and delegates for their attendance and participation. Email us at education@edinburghcrf.ed.ac.uk to be the first to hear about the next event.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Our concluding session at this year's Edinburgh Clinical Research Methodology Course is with @susanshenkin.bsky.social, who is discussing how to write a grant proposal with the best chance of being funded, with tips to maximise success. It's all about the Ps! #ECRMC26

Photo of Prof Susan Shenkin presenting. The screen behind her shows "Ps for a Perfect Project Proposal - Plan, Person, Pace, Project, Pilot data, PPI, Politics".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

How do we communicate our science to ensure our research findings reach as many people as possible? We're hearing from Dr Tom Russ about the different audiences who might be interested in our research and the different ways they might engage. #ECRMC26 @AlzScotDRC @NRS_NDN

Photo of Dr Tom Russ presenting in front of a screen showing "Aim, Allies, Audience".

Photo of Dr Tom Russ presenting, in front of screen headed "Aim" and listing five bullets - Why is your research important in the first place? Why did you do it? What have you achieved? Who is this relevant for? Who might be interested?

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Sharing the session with Juliet MacArthur is Prof Sarah Walmsley, who is giving a personal overview of becoming a clinical academic and providing an overview of the more conventional career pathways available to clinical academics across the UK. #ECRMC26

Heading is "The importance of Clinical Academics". There are concentric circles showing Clinical Academic in the centre, surrounded by Experimental Medicine, Discovery Science, Methodology, NHS and Care, Policy, Innovation, Education, Global Health and Human Health. There are images of a world map, University and hospital buildings and a lab.

Photo of Sarah Walmsley presenting in front of a large screen headed "Academic training for clinicians".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Our second panel today at #ECRMC26 is looking at career pathways for clinical academics and the role of mentoring, and is being led by Profs Juliet MacArthur and Sarah Walmsley. Opening the session is Juliet exploring the pathway for NMAHPPs and looking at her initiatives over the last 20 yrs.

Photo of Juliet MacArthur speaking at the podium. On the slide is a timeline showing her own career pathway from qualifying in nursing to RCN Fellow.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We still have a great afternoon ahead on Day 2 of #ECRMC26, starting with Dr Callam Davidson from #TheLancet giving a practical overview of how to maximise the chances of successful publication of your research in high-impact medical journals. We look forward to hearing what editors are looking for!

Photo of Dr Callam Davidson presenting. Slide on screen behind is headed "What editors look for: positives".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We are concluding the morning session of Day 2 at #ECRMC26 with our first panel discussion of the event, on "Creating impact from health research, including in collaboration with industry", led by Prof Damian Mole, Prof Dave Newby and Dr Luca Cassetta.

Photo of Professor Damian Mole presenting. Slide is "Innovation in Clinical Research".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

The last session before break is with Dr Fiona Dobbie, who is discussing the value of incorporating #QualitativeResearch into #ClinicalTrials from the perspectives of Intervention design, Funding, and Generating understanding of intervention success or failure through process evaluation. #ECRMC26

Photograph of presenter Fiona Dobbie in front of screen headed "What can we learn from qualitative research in clinical trials?".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We are now hearing from #PatientPublicInvolvement professionals, Dr Alisa Anokhina and Sammy Waite, outlining what is meant by #PPI and its importance to your research project, as well as the expectations of regulatory bodies, funders and the public itself. #ECRMC26

Presentation slide headed “What do we mean by “Patient and Public Involvement”?”.
Public involvement in research is where our research is carried out ‘with’ or ‘by’ members of the public rather than ‘to’, ‘about’ or ‘for’ them. The goal is to influence the research in some way, compared to engagement activities, where the goal is to inform (talks, blogs, lab tours etc). An image of two hands shaking, between Trial Team (professional expertise) and Public Partners (lived experience).

Photo of Alisa Anokhina giving presentation at ECRMC26 with background slide "What do we mean by "Patient and Public Involvement"?

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We're back for Day 2 of #ECRMC26 at JMCC! Opening today's varied programme is Dr Alex Bates, who is giving an Introduction to Health Economics - seen as a bit of a dark art by some, but increasingly important in clinical research, funding applications and communicating the value of research.

Three piles of coins, each progressively higher and each with a seedling growing out of it, each progressively bigger.

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ACCORD (Academic and Clinical Central Office for R&D) @edinburghaccord.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Do you want to learn more about the key components of a Quality Management System (QMS) and how they work in practice? If so, the following webinar from @innoscot.com could be just what you're looking for. More info: tinyurl.com/4suzew4v #learning #QMS

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ACCORD (Academic and Clinical Central Office for R&D) @edinburghaccord.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Exciting new job opportunity to join our fantastic team! We are seeking a new Head of Research Governance. If you think you could be the right person for the role, take a look at this opportunity, which closes on 8 May. tinyurl.com/3sdzest4 #Research #Jobopportunities #R&D @nhslothian.bsky.social

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ACCORD (Academic and Clinical Central Office for R&D) @edinburghaccord.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Heather Charles as Deputy R&D Director for NHS Lothian, effective from 1 June.

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ACCORD (Academic and Clinical Central Office for R&D) @edinburghaccord.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

📣We’re seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). Interested? Find out more and apply 👉https://tinyurl.com/mpkbrfuj #R&D #Joboportunities #QA @nhslothian.bsky.social

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NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health @oxhealthcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, our researchers are answering: “What is one everyday habit that research shows can make a positive difference to mental wellbeing?” Debbie Moll, CRF Team Lead, shares how creative pursuits can be a powerful way to support mental health. tinyurl.com/4w6p2nur

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We are inviting UK doctors who work in acute care settings (including emergency department, hospital inpatient settings) to complete a short anonymous online survey about communicating uncertain recovery. Please consider taking part in the survey: cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Getting set up for drinks and canapés to conclude Day 1 of #ECRMC26. Wish you were here? Email us (education@edinburghcrf.ed.ac.uk) if you want to be first to know when # ECRMC27 is advertised! We’ll be back tomorrow for Day 2, starting at 9.30am. #EdinburghClinicalResearchMethodologyCourse.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Dr Emily Watts is leading the final session of what has been a fascinating day at #ECRMC26. She is looking at different approaches to developing your network and encouraging participants to overcome any anxiety about networking. #ClinicalResearch

Dr Emily Watts presenting. Screen is headed "Disclaimer - I really don't like 'Networking'. Under that is an image of connections joined by lines - Collaborations, Advice, Connections, Nerding out, Conference friends.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Accurate and reliable diagnostic tests are fundamental to high-quality clinical care. Prof Katie Morris is delivering a lecture at #ECRMC26 introducing the core principles underpinning the development, evaluation and interpretation of medical tests. #EdinburghClinicalResearchMethodologyCourse

Test tubes and pipettes in a lab, with the hands of a lab worker in gloves and lab coat pipetting a test tube.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Next up at #ECRMC26 is Prof Andrew Horne, who is reviewing the core principles underpinning the design, delivery and dissemination of #RandomisedControlledTrials. @horne-research.bsky.social @horne_research #EdinburghClinicalResearchMethodologyCourse

Photograph of Dr Andrew Horne presenting. Screen is headed "The principles of randomised controlled trials".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Research Ethics is the next topic at #ECRMC26, with Lindsay Murray (SE Scotland REC Chair) and Jo-Anne Robertson (Research Governance Manager, @edinburghaccord.bsky.social). They will give plenty of advice on how to maximise the chance of a favourable #ResearchEthics opinion for your project.

A signpost against a blue sky, pointing to "Integrity", "Commitment" and "Truth".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

The first session after lunch at #EdinburghClinicalResearchMethodologyCourse is with Jo Merrifield, who will be looking at how to navigate the maze of research approvals and regulations #ECRMC26 @merrij.bsky.social

Image with heading "The Regulatory Maze - Navigating research approvals & regulations" with Jo Merrifield, with a dotted line following a tortured path across the slide from point to point.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

#SystematicReviews represent the cornerstone of evidence-based research, yet they remain underutilised in preclinical research. Prof Malcolm Macleod is sharing with #ECRMC26 this morning why systematic reviews are essential before you embark on new research.

Photograph of Prof Malcolm Maclead giving a lecture at ECTMC26, in front of a large screen with a slide with the following text -
"What is a systematic review?
· A systematic review attempts to identify,
appraise and synthesize all the empirical
evidence that meets pre-specified eligibility
criteria to answer a given research question.
· Researchers conducting systematic reviews use
explicit methods aimed at minimizing bias, in
order to produce more reliable findings that can
be used to inform decision making.

CAMARADES: Bringing evidence to translational medicine since 2005"

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

After a session with Dr Dorien Kimenai on "Using record linkage data to address a clinical research question", we're back from a coffee break to hear Professor of Nephrology and Director of Edinburgh CRF, Prof Neeraj Dhaun (@EdinburghBean), talking about translational studies. #ECRMC26

Photo taken at ECRMC26 of Prof Dhaun giving a presentation. Slide on screen is headed "Bench to bedside to industry: why do translational studies?"

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

@AndreaWoolner1 from Uni of Aberdeen is now delivering a talk at #ECRMC26 on how to ask a research question and develop a hypothesis, to ensure your study achieves its purpose and delivers great results.

Five people sitting around a table holding pieces of paper saying "Do stuff". One is saying "I'm beginning to wonder if our terms of reference may be just a little bit too broad..?".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Opening #ECRMC26 is Dr Atul Anand, who is introducing the topic of Research Methods and looking at the journey from research question to clinical study.

Slide headed "From research question to clinical study", showing a timeline from Defining the problem and highlighting the various stages.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We're looking forward to welcoming delegates to this year's Edinburgh Clinical Research Methodology Course at John McIntyre Conference Centre. We have two days ahead of interactive lectures and opportunities for delegates to network with distinguished researchers and colleagues. #ECRMC26

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Equip yourself with the skills to identify barriers and enablers to effective #PatientPublicInvolvement with under-served communities on our short course on 24/3/26. Details/booking - edin.ac/4lHkBI0. #PPI #ClinicalResearchTraining

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Want to truly understand medical #statistics, rather than get buried in formulae? Our Foundational #Stats and Applied Stats online courses for Clinical Researchers can help you understand and interpret statistical results without fear! Details and booking at edin.ac/3ZUhbYb and edin.ac/3ZTn5Je.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Register for this year’s 5-day course, Cost-Effectiveness Modelling for Health Technology Assessment | 20-24 April edin.ac/4asujIJ @peterhall001.bsky.social @meadsd.bsky.social sky.social @uoe-igc.bsky.social ky.social @healtheconall.bsky.social bsky.social @auhe-leeds.bsky.social s.bsky.social

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Registration now open! Cost Effectiveness Modelling for Health Technology Assessment | 5-day in person course in Edinburgh | 20-24 April 2026 | edin.ac/4asujIJ | @peterhall001.bsky.social y.social @meadsd.bsky.social @uoe-igc.bsky.social ky.social @healtheconall.bsky.social @auhe-leeds.bsky.social

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

New to working in clinical research? Based in Lothian? ACCORD and Edinburgh CRF are holding a Welcome Day on 19/05/26 in Edinburgh. To find out more about the Lothian research landscape, its structure and resources, book now at edin.ac/4t6f7JQ. @edinburghaccord.bsky.social @eduEdinburghCRF

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Lothian Clinical Research Welcome Day | Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility | Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility

An introduction event for those new to working in clinical research in Lothian.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Want to learn and apply skills in #qualitativedataanalysis ? Sign up to our half day course Qualitative Data Analysis: A Practical Workshop | Wed 10 Dec 2025 (1100-1400) at the Western General Hospital clinical-research-facility.ed.ac.uk/qualitative-...

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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Join the OPTIMISE launch webinar on 1 Dec 2025, 2–3pm. Learn how to make informed consent more inclusive for people with communication or decision-making needs. www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/event/optimi...

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OPTIMISE-ing informed consent - DEMENTIA RESEARCHER

OPTIMISE launch webinar on inclusive consent in trials. Hear the recommendations and join an expert Q&A. 1 December 2025, 2 to 3pm. Register now.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Our main lecture this morning at #ECTMC25 is on the topic of #Monitoring your trials efficiently. Prof Louise Bowman from Uni of Oxford is outlining how efficient and tailored monitoring can help to ensure your #ClinicalTrial data is accurate and your study participants are protected from harm.

Photo of Prof Louise Bowman in front of a screen outlining a Clinical Trial pathway.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Welcome back to Day 2 of Edinburgh Clinical Trial Management Course #ECTMC25! This morning's workshop is on the critical topic of Capturing and Managing #Data. The session is being led by Dr Kirsteen Goodman and Nicole Sergenson. #ECTMC25 #ClinicalTrials

Speaker in front of screen headed "How data is collected in trials".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

#Recruitment #Retention and Follow-up is the topic for this afternoon's workshop at #ECTMC25, with @streweek.bsky.social and Morag MacLean. @bleedingstroke.bsky.social and Shaun Treweek will close Day 1 with a lecture on #Marketing your Trial. Thanks to all for your participation today!

Speaker in front of screen headed "Small group work: two trials" and outlining exercise "Football Fans in Training".

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

The first morning of #ECTMC25 concluded with an informative workshop led by Dr Suzanne Breeman on "Starting a new trial". Everyone's now back for a session looking at #ResearchGovernance and #Regulation for clinical trials with @merrij.bsky.social and Naomi Hickey.

An assortment of labels on a table, covering various topics around research governance and regulation, including ethics approval, risk assessment, R&D approval etc.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

We are delighted to have Dawn Smith delivering the first Keynote lecture at #ECTMC25 on " #PPIE: Embedding the voices, perspectives and hopes of patients in research". #Edinburgh #ClinicalTrial Management Course.

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

One week left to apply for #NIHR Principal Investigator Pipeline Programme Scottish Cohort 2, delivered by Edinburgh and Glasgow CRFs. For details of the scheme and to apply, visit edin.ac/42MvzUM. #PIPP #PrincipalInvestigator #PI

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Education @ Edinburgh CRF @eduedinburghcrf.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Registration for this year’s 11th #Edinburgh #Clinical Research Methodology Course #ECRMC26 is now open! Join us in Edinburgh on the 11 & 12 May 2026 and sign up at edin.ac/4mH4Y29 @edinburghaccord.bsky.social @horne-research.bsky.social @susanshenkin.bsky.social

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