Events
The Translational Research Team runs a range of events to support and connect researchers working across the translational pipeline. From symposia and funder days to workshops and networking opportunities, the events bring together researchers, clinicians, industry partners, and funders to share knowledge and strengthen Birmingham's translational research community. Browse our upcoming events.
Upcoming events
4th Birmingham Translational Research Symposium, 30 September 2026, Edgbaston Park Hotel
4th Birmingham Translational Research Symposium, 30 September 2026, Edgbaston Park Hotel
Our annual flagship event brings together researchers, clinicians, and industry partners from across the University and beyond. This year's theme, "From Ideas to Practice: Bringing Health Innovation into Action", explores how we move research from concept to real-world impact. A satellite workshop on 29 September at the Precision Health Technology Accelerator will focus on building entrepreneurial confidence in translational research.
MRC Translational Funders Day, 8 September 2026, PHTA, Birmingham Health Innovation Campus
MRC Translational Funders Day, 8 September 2026, PHTA, Birmingham Health Innovation Campus
A full day of insight and advice for University of Birmingham researchers looking to develop competitive applications to MRC translational funding schemes. The day features a keynote from the Medical Research Council on their translational funding strategy and opportunities, case studies from UoB researchers who have successfully secured MRC funding, and perspectives from review panel members on what makes a strong application. Attendees can also book one-to-one appointments with MRC representatives to discuss their planned proposals.