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π Tuesday 4 November
π§ 1 to 2pmΒ
Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) are often required by local authorities when submitting planning applications for new domestic housing developments. Developers often experience delays in securing planning approvals as the quality, depth and complexity of the HIAs are often variable. A plethora of HIA templates are available, the generic content of which may not meet the needs of key decision makers.
This webinar draws on recent workshops KNOW-PH hosted with 3 local authorities across England where NIHR research evidence, practice and policy evidence and experience of HIAs were discussed. Using an example of fast food outlets and the rise in home delivery services we discuss the potential impact and value which robust HIAs can bring to local communities.Β
Drawing on multiple forms of evidence we identified areas of practice which could align the process of using HIAs to support the need to consider the building blocks of health as key to long-term gains for developers, decision makers, local economies and communities beyond the completion of new developments.
We propose that there is a need for a shared language and dialogue of health impact assessments, understanding the commercial leverage which HIAs afford for developers, robust community intelligence and the pivotal role housing plays in determining individual and community health outcomes.
π Thursday 6 November
π§ 11am to 12 noonΒ
Dr Michael Johansen offers guidance and examples of how to make the research process interesting and how to tell a great story about it afterwards. Whether you're trying to engage community members to participate, or want to convince others that research has real-life benefits, Michael will talk through his methods of harnessing curiosity.Β Β
π Tuesday 11 November
π§ 12 noon to 1:15pm
NIHR Academy, together with the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health and the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Social Care are hosting this online event to offer information, advice and support for individuals who are considering applying for a Doctoral Award.Β
π Wednesday 12 November
π§ 12 noon to 1:15pm
NIHR Academy, together with the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health and the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Social Care are hosting this online event to offer information, advice and support for individuals who are considering applying for a Predoctoral Award.Β
π Thursday 13 November
π§ 11am to 12 noon
Join Mac Emmerson, Public Health Research Programme Manager, and colleagues who previously received funding, to learn more about our Public Health Grassroots Awards funding call, as well as application guidance and support.
π Monday 17 November
π§ 2 to 3pm
In this webinar HDRC Coventry will share what they are doing to support research culture change, covering aspects such as Research Ambassadors, secondments, and collaborating to boost research and data in the local authority and beyond.Β
π Tuesday 18 November
π§ 12 noon to 1:15pm
NIHR Academy, together with the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health and the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Social Care are hosting this online event to offer information, advice and support for individuals who are considering applying for a Postdoctoral Award.Β
π Wednesday 19 November
π§ 12 noon to 1:15pm
The NIHR Academy, together with the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health and the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Social Care, are hosting this online event to build on the introductory webinars for the NIHR Predoctoral, Doctoral, or Postdoctoral Awards, and will explore in greater detail what makes a strong application.
π Monday 24 November
π§ 12 noon to 1:15pm
In this webinar, we will provide guidance, practical tips, and support for individuals preparing a narrative CV for an NIHR Predoctoral, Doctoral, or Postdoctoral Award application. Attendees will receive advice from the NIHR Academy team and Specialist Centre methodologists.
π Wednesday 26 November
π§ 10 to 11am
In this webinar, we will explore the benefits of creating a public and community involvement and engagement strategy for public health research in a local authority setting. Opened by Donna White, Senior Research Manager at NIHR, we will hear from two local authorities who have taken different approaches to creating their involvement and engagement strategy and what they learned through the process. Our speakers will share their top tips to getting started on creating an involvement and engagement strategy and there will be time to ask questions to the panel.Β
π Thursday 4 December
π§ 10 to 11amΒ
Dr Susan Hampshaw explains and give examples of the benefits of evidence informed decision making and how evidence can be used to create policies that work best for the residents of a local authority.Β
π Thursday 11 DecemberΒ
π§ 11am to 12 noon
Dr Deborah Harrison will outline key principles of ethical research including informed consent, confidentiality and avoidance of harm. Deborah is a Research Design Methodologist based in the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health. Her background is in applied public services research, and she has worked with local authorities, VCSE organisations, social care providers, NHS and emergency services.Β
π Wednesday 14 January 2026
π§ 2 to 2:45pm
Dr Deborah Harrison will provide an introduction to mixed methods research including different study designs, challenges and considerations. Deborah is a Research Design Methodologist based in the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health. Her background is in applied public services research, and she has worked with local authorities, VCSE organisations, social care providers, NHS and emergency services.Β
Previously held each November as the Lancet UK Public Health Science Conference, this fantastic event returns in a new spring timeslot. The conference offers an excellent opportunity to share your work, connect across sectors, and be inspired by world-class public health research! Now working in collaboration with the Society for Social Medicine & Population Health (SSMPH), the conference will be held on Tuesday 21 April 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne. A conference dinner and early career researcher event will take place on Monday 20 April.Β
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