Research
Society for Research in Rehabilitation Winter Conference
On 30th Jan 2024 the Society for Research in Rehabilitation are hosting a conference called: Rehabilitation in life-limiting conditions: Supporting people to live well.
A link to register can be found on the flyer below (SRR Conference flyer). Abstract submissions are currently open and the link for this can be found at: https://srr.org.uk/
Do you have a passion for tackling healthcare inequalities?
Have you wondered about opportunities to contribute to patient welfare and outcomes by pursuing clinical research?
A fully-funded, salary-matching programme is recruiting cohorts of AHPs, nurses and midwives to pursue research projects tackling healthcare inequalities in Leicestershire.
Could this be right for you?
What you need:
– To be a clinically active AHP, nurse, midwife or GP
– To be passionate about healthcare inequalities and research
What you don’t need:
– A Masters degree
– Any formal research training
– A specific project idea
The programme includes:
– The possibility to be seconded from your post to participate
– A continuation of your salary, along with increments, pension contributions etc.
– Comprehensive fully-funded research training
– Experienced supervisor support
– Team support from your fellow cohort members
What you can expect from this programme:
– To graduate with a doctorate
– To directly impact patient well-being and contribute to knowledge on healthcare inequalities
– To boost your career opportunities in clinical research
Important information
Eligibility
For full eligibility criteria, please see here: https://le.ac.uk/study/research-degrees/funded- opportunities/leicestershire-healthcare-inequalities-improvement-dtp.
How to apply
• In order to apply, please first have a look at the list of projects being advertised for the coming cohort. A brief description can be found on the application page, and more detail about the projects and the primary supervisors can be found here.
• For general recommendations on how to craft a competitive CV and personal statement (and also how to prepare for interview) please see our guidance here.
• Once you are ready, please click on:
at the bottom of this page and fill out your application.
Dates
Applications open: now
Application deadline: 31 January 2024
Programme start: 1 October 2024
Questions
If you have any questions about the programme, please email lhiip@le.ac.uk.
The BAPO and Staffordshire University Research Hub Application
Research project:
The focus of this project will be on exploring and testing the rigidity of AFOs and how prescription design impacts rigidity. The research team consists of Prof. Nachi Chockalingam, Dr Nicky Eddison and Panagiotis Chatzistergos.
Benefits:
The P&O professionals who join the team to work on the project will gain experience of how a real research project works. They will work alongside the team learning how to carry out a literature search, design and execute a research project, collect and analyse data and write a paper for peer-reviewed publication and/or Health Education England report. The individual will be duly recognised within any future publications or reports either as a co-author or acknowledged as a contributor depending on the contributions they make to the overall project.
The process:
Once the applications have been received from BAPO members, the research team will choose two applicants and brief them on the detail of the project. The successful applicants will then be invited to all the research meetings and be included as a full member of the team for the duration of the project.
Who can apply:
Applications are open to all UK Prosthetists and Orthotists who are BAPO members; experience in research, years of practice and current job role are not relevant to the application process. The aim is to give everyone the opportunity to be part of research. Please note: the research hub is only for qualified P&O staff, students are not permitted to apply.
Is there a cost?
There is no cost to the applicant, this is a free-of-charge initiative with the aim of inspiring P&O professionals into research.
Complete the application form here
Please note deadline for applications – November 30th 2023
Testimonials
“Being part of the ‘Research Hub’ was a great experience, and I’m hugely grateful for the opportunity. I learned so much about the research process starting from literature searches right through to the submission of articles for publication. Huge thanks to Nicky and the team for their work with this initiative, can’t wait to see the finished article in print!” Nina Darke Orthotist
“I think the Research Hub itself is a fantastic initiative which will benefit our community I hope over time it can transform how our profession views and engages with research, and hopefully how other AHPs engage with us! “ Gwen Griffith, Prosthetist
“Being part of the research hub, allowed for this interest [in research] to become reality, whilst also acting as a safe space to really navigate and learn the world of research. This opportunity has been exceptional, as it’s acted as a gateway into research, and I would encourage all to take the leap should they be interested” Millar Leask, Orthotist
“I feel very lucky to have been chosen to represent our profession in the workforce project. Having never participated in any formal research previously, this was quite a challenging prospect. I wondered what I’d let myself in for, and questioned when I was going to fit in the additional work. However, the team have been incredibly welcoming and encouraging. I’ve never been given any task that was out of my ability, and it’s been an insightful process to see how much work goes into putting such a piece of work together. At each stage, the team have been really supportive and understanding of clinical workload. If asked would I do it again…yes!” Caroline Jackson, Orthotist
CAHPO Awards
The Chief Allied Health Professions Officer awards are a unique opportunity for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), either nominated by their peers or by themselves, to receive recognition for their personal contributions towards delivery of exceptional care for patients.
For More information or nomination criteria see NHS Englands website
CAHPR Distribution Lists – North West
Did you know that your BAPO membership also gives you access to the Council of Allied Health Professions Research or CAHPR. They have networks of research active AHPs across the country.
They offer support and have great guides for starting to develop your skills in research at all levels from developing and interest to building a clinical academic career.
Currently the North West Hubs are building their mailing lists. If you live or work in the areas below you can follow the link to share your details and find out about events and support in your region
Cheshire & Merseyside: https://forms.office.com/r/NvL2XXKsT7
Cumbria & Lancashire: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ShareFormPage.aspx?id=gpn262sDxEyyAnrrGUxQZc3JHJk1lWJGkf9L0BdR1uZUQ1BSREdTM0tGSTBXVVZJNjIyVjJPMFkwVC4u&sharetoken=BLAvS7eHHxE1Ifw1gfio
Greater Manchester : https://forms.office.com/r/gJcEZrUnRB
UK Assistive Products List
BAPO are a stakeholder partner for a new survey launched by the British Assistive Technology Association in collaboration with the WHO-GATE programme. The UK Assistive Products List survey follows on from the original global survey developed by GATE, to which you may have been asked to contribute.
Using the original Assistive Products List as a starting template, we are looking to establish a Priority Assistive Products List specific to the UK. We are therefore asking all BAPO members to respond to the simple survey below to highlight which assistive products you feel are of greatest importance to you and your patients.
We would really value your input in this collaborative project and welcome your expertise in what we hope will help improve access to quality assistive products and services in the UK.
The UK APL survey can be found here: https://bit.ly/UKAPL
CAHPR Research Practitioner Framework
CAHPR has recently published a framework of research practitioner competencies to support practitioners, managers, educators and leaders to review and plan practitioner roles, activity and support systems within a range of practice settings.
The framework describes the knowledge and skills required of allied health professionals (AHPs) working in research from basic competency to advanced and research leadership levels.
The generation and application of research should be embedded in health and social care practice in order to improve services, promote health, wellbeing and safety of service users, and to optimise the effective use of resources. This new resource offers a practical framework to support making research ‘core business’ to practice whilst also forging pathways and career progression for AHPs to become leaders in the field of applied health research.
The framework is available on the CAHPR website at: https://bit.ly/2sp2X4Z.
CAHPR Bursary Scheme
The CAHPR conference bursary scheme for 2019 is now open to support students and early career researchers throughout the UK in presenting their research at conferences. The scheme will provide funding to attend conferences using the model set up by the London hub last year, but is open UK-wide.
The bursary scheme is competitive and is primarily aimed at supporting student and early career researchers, who have abstracts accepted for poster or platform presentations at conferences.
AHP applicants may request £500 to support attendance at an international conference or £250 for a national conference. Awards will be made on a competitive basis and will be reviewed by volunteers from the hubs.
Deadline 14 August 2019. Further details via the link below. Please do circulate to your contacts.
Information is available on the CAHPR website at: https://cahpr.csp.org.uk/content/cahpr-conference-bursary-2019
Doctoral School Opportunities
Up to 10 fully funded, four-year PhD studentships are available in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Prosthetics and Orthotics, commencing in October 2019. The CDT in Prosthetics and Orthotics will build a world leading engineering and physical science workforce to help ensure that “no one is left behind”.
The CDT provides training that supports exciting careers in a global healthcare industry that meets the needs of diverse user groups and stakeholders. The CDT combines expertise from the University of Salford, Imperial College London, University of Strathclyde and the University of Southampton, with more than 25 industry partners and national facilities. Our industry partners estimate a demand for our graduates is measured in the hundreds.
Key elements of the EPSRC CDT in Prosthetics & Orthotics include:
• Ambitious PhD projects that blend high quality training with practical experiences that enhance employability.
• Training in research skills relevant to prosthetics, orthotics and the wider healthcare technology industry.
• Integrated training in engineering, physical, medical and clinical sciences, as well as business, entrepreneurial and other professional skills.
• Opportunities to work on research projects directly with industry and users, and understand the journey from user need to product or service implementation. Interested? For more information of this exciting opportunity please visit https://www.salford.ac.uk/research/doctoral-training-in-prosthetics-and-orthotic/home or email CDT@Salford.ac.uk. Applications close at 4pm 20th May 2019.
