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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Health Research from Home are excited to reveal the agenda for Connect and reveal our brilliant speakers. Book your ticket now to avoid missing out: estore.manchester.ac.uk/conferences-...

Programme for Connect presented with two columns, the timings on the left and the items on the right.

9.30 - Registration opens

10.00 - Introduction to Health Research from Home

Followed by Living with a long-term condition and then Digital in the NHS 10 Year Plan.

10.45 - Keynote lecture from Susan Thomas, Clinical Director at Google Health UK.

11.25 - Break

11.45 - One-minute career stories with Luke Daines, Ali Connell, Mariam Al-Attar, Kirsten Rennie, followed by the invisible posters networking activity.

Continuation of the programme.

12.45 - Lunch

13.30 - Research showcase

14.15 - Longitudinal Population Study showcase with Lachlan Macbean (CycleTrack), Mark Hamer (1970 Birth Cohort) and Esther Van Sluijs (Adolescent Health Study)

15.00 - Break

15.30 - Looking back on Health Research from Home

16.15 - Award of Ken Rothman Trophy

16.20 - View from funders

16.45 - Event end

17.00 - 19.00 - Optional drinks reception at Haunt (58 Peter Street, Manchester, M2 3NQ)

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🤔 Want to join us at Connect but got questions? Let's see if we can answer them for you! Whether you've been to Connect before or you're joining us for the first time, we can't wait to meet you. Book now: estore.manchester.ac.uk/conferences-...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📣 Final reminder - applications for the Research Showcase closing at the end of this month. We’re looking for eight presenters working on population health research that leverages smartphones or wearable tech to showcase their research at Connect. Apply now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/v9AUV50EUY

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The recording of our latest webinar, using digital health data to support early diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, with Professor Allan Lawrie is now available to watch back on our YouTube. Watch the recording: youtu.be/uqvJ5X45KVo

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Hear from the experience of Hannah Wright, winner of the 2026 February Connect Research Showcase where she won the prestigious Ken Rothman Award. Apply now for the research showcase, taking place during Connect on Friday 27 November at the Bridgewater Hall: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/v9AUV50EUY

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

📢 HRfH Connect 3 – tickets now available! 🗓️ Friday 27 November 2026 | 🕐 9.30am-4.45pm, GMT |📍 The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester | 🔗 Book now: buff.ly/qaglJSH

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Last reminder - our webinar Using digital health data to support early diagnosis of cardiovascular disease is taking place this Wednesday from 1pm-2pm, BST. Book now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/513b89...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Join us on Wednesday 16 September, 1pm-2pm for our next webinar where we welcome Professor Allan Lawrie to explore how digital health data can support earlier diagnosis of rare diseases, specifically in the field of rare cardiovascular disease. Book now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/513b89...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

"The HRfH Connect event was so great that I wish it would become a regular event on my yearly calendar!" Feedback from February’s Connect says it all. Register your interest for our final Connect event on Friday 27 November, 2026 at The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester: forms.office.com/e/CAzsCDJb61

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Are you working on population health research that leverages smartphones or wearable tech? We’re looking for eight presenters to showcase their research at Connect on Friday 27 November at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester. Apply by end of September 2026: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/v9AUV50EUY

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Want to know more about Connect? We’ve gathered together some of the questions you may have, from what to expect on the agenda to where the event is taking place. And don’t forget, you can always contact us at hrfh@manchester.ac.uk if you have any other questions.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

In this webinar, Professor Allan Lawrie will explore how digital health data can support earlier diagnosis of rare diseases, specifically in the field of rare cardiovascular disease.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

💻 Webinar - Using digital health data to support early diagnosis of cardiovascular disease 📅 Wednesday 16 September, 2026 | 🕑 1pm-2pm, BST | 🔗 Book now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/513b89...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Register your interest for HRfH's final Connect event on Friday 27 November, 2026 at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester where we will be looking back and celebrating everything that has been achieved. Register your interest: forms.office.com/e/CAzsCDJb61

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Standout quotes from our last webinar with Kathryn Hesketh.🎥 Watch the recording of the webinar now on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8VZ... Book our next webinar taking place on Wednesday 16 September, 1pm-2pm BST: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/513b89...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Save the date for our next webinar which will be taking place on Wednesday 16 September, 1pm-2pm BST. You can book your place now on Teams: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/513b89...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Did you know we have a newsletter? Every month, you can receive the latest news about health research using smartphones and wearables straight to your inbox. You may even get a sneak peek of our upcoming events. Subscribe now: emarketing.manchester.ac.uk/l/166/hrfhsu...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Preparations are already underway for our third Connect event this autumn. We’re excited to be bringing it north to Manchester, creating another opportunity where you can shape the future of health research using smartphones and wearables. 🔗 Register your interest: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

💻 Our July webinar recording, Consumer wearables to support physical activity and health during the transition to parenthood, is now available to watch on our YouTube. Watch now: youtu.be/w8VZLBjD2kw

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

All of the presentations from the retreat, along with a selection of additional resources, are now available on our GitHub: health-research-from-home.github.io/GrantWriting...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Last week, we hosted our second Grant Writing Retreat at The University of Manchester. The Retreat brought together researchers interested in smartphone and wearable technologies, alongside those looking to strengthen their grant writing skills.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

📢 This is your final reminder that our next webinar, Consumer wearables to support physical activity and health during the transition to parenthood, is taking place this Wednesday from 1pm-2pm BST. Book now events.teams.microsoft.com/event/962f05...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Don't miss our webinar 'Consumer wearables to support physical activity and health during the transition to parenthood' taking place next week where we'll be welcoming Dr Kathryn Hesketh. Book now events.teams.microsoft.com/event/962f05...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

If you would like to learn how to pitch effectively, understand what makes a strong bid, and gain insight into how funders, reviewers, and panels think and operate, you are strongly encouraged to join us.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We are also pleased to announce that while the Health Research from Home focus is on using smartphones and wearables for population health research, we will also be offering sessions applicable across a range of research areas.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

A limited number of travel bursaries (up to £300) for our Grant Writing Retreat is now available for those who would otherwise be unable to attend. They will be prioritised for those who can clearly demonstrate need, so we encourage applicants to provide an accurate account of their circumstances.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Not sure what to expect? Here's what attendees told us they valued about our most recent webinar. Join our next webinar on Wednesday 8 July, 1pm–2pm BST: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/962f05...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Applying for research funding can be challenging, especially when working with smartphone and wearable data. Luckily, our Grant Writing Retreat will turn your current or future study ideas into successful grant bids. Apply now before it's too late: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Our next webinar, Consumer wearables to support physical activity and health during the transition to parenthood, is on Wednesday 8 July, 1pm-2pm. Our speaker is Dr Kathryn Hesketh: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/962f05...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🫵 This could be you in a month's time taking part in our Grant Writing Retreat for smartphones and wearables bids. Apply now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5

“The Grant Writing Retreat was a brilliant opportunity to learn more about the practical aspects of writing grant proposals while connecting with other researchers working in the same field.”

"It’s given me the space and time to really focus on what I want to include in my fellowship"

"Everyone gave us their insight at a human level – not just reading documents. They really gave us some advice that I never would have thought of. Really glad I came down to Manchester for it!"

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Are you a researcher focusing on smartphones and wearables in health? Do you want to know how to make a successful bid? Apply now for our Grant Writing Retreat taking place from Thursday 2 July to Friday 3 July at The University of Manchester: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Save the date for Health Research from Home's next webinar taking place on Wednesday 8 July, 1pm-2pm BST. Book your place now on Teams: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/962f05... We look forward to sharing more information in the coming weeks, including speaker details and the topic.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

✍ Take a look at everything we've got planned for our Grant Writing Retreat taking place from Thursday 2 July to Friday 3 July*. Interested? Join the waitlist now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5 *Please note: the details and timings in the agenda may be subject to change

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

A peek into Friday at the hackathon 📷 Friday marked the final day of the hackathon with the all important presentations taking place during the afternoon. Congratulations to our winning team consisting of Zhengmao Li, Liling Xiao, Kathryn Hunt, and Isabel Turner for such a fantastic presentation!

Group photo of everyone at the hackathon

A candid shot of attendees in conversation

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

📰 Our monthly newsletter will be sent out soon, giving you the latest news about health research using smartphones and wearables straight to your inbox. Subscribe now: emarketing.manchester.ac.uk/l/166/hrfhsu...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

🧠 Back for another year running - day one of our Hackathon is officially underway!

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Our advice clinics allow you to get one-to-one guidance from patient and public involvement and engagement teams, information governance experts and technology specialists to support you during your research. Find out more on our website: sites.manchester.ac.uk/health-resea...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

🤔 Thinking about joining the waitlist for the Grant Writing Retreat but still unsure? These graphics cover all the key questions about the event. Join the waitlist now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5

WHO’S IT FOR?

Researchers at any career stage who are interested in developing strong bids in the field of population health research using smartphones and wearables are invited. You must come ready with a study idea. This can be a study that you hope to take forwards, or a hypothetical idea.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT? You will attend practical sessions and hear advice from our experienced instrurctors. You will also be able to attend advice clinics themed around technology, best IG practices, as well as how to incorporate PPIE.

WHY SHOULD I JOIN?

Writing a bid is never easy, regardless of what stage you are at in your
research career.

The field of health research using smartphones and wearables is always
developing. That’s why our Grant Writing Retreat has been designed to give you all the guidance you need to write a strong case for your research using smartphones and wearables.

WILL I GET FEEDBACK ON MY OWN RESEARCH IDEA?

During the retreat, you will be asked to pitch your idea to our instructors, who will then give you feedback. As the retreat progresses, you will learn new ways to improve and refine your pitch from attending talks and advice clinics.
Finally, you will be asked to re-pitch your ideas, demonstrating a strong improvement by the end of the event.

WHAT ARE THE REGISTRATION FEES?

There are two options:
£120 - covers 4* hotel accommodation, evening meal out at a Manchester restaurant & event fee.
£50 - covers event fee only.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Only 1 week to go until our exclusive webinar with Rajiv Kumar on Wednesday 6 May, 2026, 4pm-5pm, BST. This webinar will not be recorded so booking is essential! events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fc5339...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Struggling with these questions? Why not join the waitlist for Health Research from Home’s Grant Writing Retreat taking place Thursday 2 – Friday 3 July 2026 at The University of Manchester: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

With just a couple of weeks to go until our live webinar (Wedneday 6 May, 4-5pm BST), why not learn a bit more about Rajiv? Please note this is a live event and will not be recorded so be sure to book your place to avoid disappointment: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fc5339...

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Will Dixon, our PI, and Sabine van der Veer, one of our co-investigators, will both be speaking at this event. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/remote-pat...

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Remote Patient Monitoring in the NHS: From Promise to Practice

Join us for the next event in the GM Connected Health Ecosystem series!

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

It will take place Wednesday 6 May, 2026 from 4pm-5pm, BST and will not be recorded. Book now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/fc5339...

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Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Join us for an exclusive webinar with Rajiv Kumar, a clinician-researcher at Apple, as he takes us behind the scenes of how some of the world’s most widely used digital health features are designed, validated, and brought to life.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

📣 Reminder - still time to apply! The application deadline for the hackathon has been extended to Friday 17 April, giving you more time to decide if you want to join us. Apply now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/TLE9Mgg6R6

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Microsoft Forms

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

This event is waitlist only. Tickets will be released throughout the next few weeks. We anticipate spaces will fill up quickly, so join the waitlist now to be in with a chance!

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Researchers at any career stage who are interested in developing strong bids in the field of population health research using smartphones and wearables are invited.  We expect you to bring a study idea to present at the start of the meeting.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

You will learn: What makes a successful bid   How to make a strong case for your research idea using smartphones and wearables for population health research  How funders, reviewers and panels operate, think and behave  How to incorporate best practices for PPIE and IG.

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Health Research from Home @hrfh.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Sign up to Health Research from Home’s Grant Writing Retreat taking place Thursday 2 – Friday 3 July 2026 at The University of Manchester  to learn from the experts and turn your current or future study ideas into successful grant bids. Join the waitlist now: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/XAAN4guRq5

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