HRB-TMRN Winter School: Qualitative research for inclusive trial methodology - working together for better science

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Overview: It is imperative that trial teams plan, design, conduct and report trials that are inclusive of individuals for whom the findings are relevant. The aim of this Winter School is to build knowledge, awareness, and capacity to inform, support and evaluate equality, diversity, and inclusion in trials through high quality qualitative research. Structured around interactive workshops and knowledge exchange activities, the day will focus on qualitative research across the life cycle of trials, identifying and exploring key areas of inclusive trial methodology.

Dates: 19th October 2023

Location: CA005, Cairns Building, University of Galway

Places: 28

Cost: General €50, Student €30

Structure of Day:

Session 1

• Introduction to qualitative research
• Introduction to qualitative research in trial methodology
• Introduction to core concepts of EDI within the context of qualitative research in trial methodology
• Case studies aligning qualitative research to key areas of inclusive trial methodology across the life cycle of trials (planning, design, conduct and reporting)

 Session 2

Breakout discussions focusing on EDI within

• Qualitative evidence synthesis contributing to inclusive trial methodology
• Study withing a trial (SWAT) – qualitative evidence informing inclusive trial methodology

Summary session

Knowledge exchange activity

• Establish the state of the science in relation to qualitative research for inclusive trials methodology
• Collectively identify future actions and next steps

Facilitators:

Dr Laura Jones, Associate Professor of Qualitative and Mixed Methods Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham

Dr Linda Biesty, Senior Lecturer in Midwifery, University of Galway

Dr Catherine Houghton, Associate Professor, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway & Co-Chair of QUESTS

Dr Andrew Hunter, Lecturer in Mental Health and Qualitative Research in Trials, University of Galway & Co-Chair of QUESTS

Contact us at hrb-tmrn@universityofgalway.ie for more information