Open Workshops
The Global Health Network is hosting regular online interactive workshops to facilitate learning and discussions
All PediCap Staff are invited to participate
In each of these open workshops, we will bring together an expert panel of researchers from around the globe to share their research efforts. Each workshop will close with an interactive 'Question and Answer' session to allow participants to put forward their own questions, identify relevant resources and gather consensus with the panel and other attendees.
Our upcoming workshops, and details of how to register for them can be found on our Network-wide events calendar. They will be listed below only if they are of particular importance to PediCAP. Here you can also find recordings and reports from each of our previous workshops.
This area is being continually updated so please check back here for new workshops that could help your research team with your PediCap study. |
Previous Workshops – Recordings available!
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Title |
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June 2023 |
Developing a career in research |
This workshop set out to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to embark on a successful career in the field of research. Attendees explorde the ethics of conducting research in LMICs, discussed essential competencies for individuals and teams in research. looked at the role of data and information systems and developed essential skills in proposal and manuscript writing. |
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July 2022 |
Integrating social sciences in One Health research during epidemics |
This workshop brought together regional and local expertise in social sciences in 'One Health' to share their reflections on how to integrate social science knowledge and primary research methods into outbreak responses in Africa and to share experiences of different stakeholders to help think through the key challenges for research in this environment. |
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May 2022 |
What does it take to be a good research leader? |
This workshop delved on unpacking the elements of leadership, the type of leadership, and tips on how to get participants to the leader they want to be. Participants also had the opportunity to reflect, discuss and share with peers about their leadership. Furthermore, it gave a fresh perspective on leadership, motivational and taught skills for better leadership, and role of leadership within a multicultural and multidisciplinary research group. |
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April 2022 |
One Health: Tools for preparedness and response to zoonotic diseases outbreaks |
This workshop focused on research skills needed for outbreak rapid response teams to strengthen ability to prepare and respond efficiently to zoonotic diseases outbreaks using the “One Health” approach. Notably, the workshop emphasized the power of combining data from animal, human and environmental sectors to help design epidemiologic studies that can guide evidence-based interventions against zoonotic diseases outbreaks. |
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October 2021 |
Research ethics during epidemics with a focus on African values and One Health |
This session brought together regional and local expertise in bioethics, social sciences, and One Health researchers to share their reflections on how to integrate ethical research into outbreak responses in Africa and to share experiences of different stakeholders to help think through the key challenges for research in this environment. |
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June 2021 |
Africa's capacity for real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) diagnosis of infectious diseases |
This session introduced and elaborated on some novel strategies to improve molecular diagnosis, including the co-primer technology and platform for real-time PCR diagnosis, as well as the suitcase lab for rapid detection and sequencing of SARS-CoV-2 in low resource settings. |
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May 2021 |
This workshop aims to provide concepts of verification, evaluation and validation strategies of novel laboratory diagnostics methods for rapid diagnosis and surveillance in new and ongoing outbreaks. |
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5th and 6th August 2020 |
Regulatory authorities and Ethics Boards of research in the Central African Region |
Workshop organised by TGHN with CANTAM and conducted in FRENCH. |
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9th August 2020 |
Communicating Science - Introduction To Scientific Writing And Publishing For Peer Review Journals |
This workshop from the CANTAM Network covers basic principles of scientific writing and publishing. The Workshop spans through four sessions which are followed by Q&A. |
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21st and 22nd October 2020 |
Laboratory quality control in low- and middle-income countries |
Workshop organised by TGHN with Pandora introduced the different aspects of laboratory quality control, including GCP/GCLP, documentation, laboratory infrastructure, the readiness checklist, auditing and the road to accreditation. |
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18th and 19th November 2020 |
Infection prevention and control: controlling antimicrobial resistance transmission
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Workshop organised by TGHN with Pandora aimed to provide training on infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in relation to reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) transmission within the hospital environment. It covered the basics of IPC and AMR, including common resistant pathogens, the practical applications within the hospital environment, waste management and disinfection, and an introduction to surveillance and stewardship. Each of these sections were reinforced with discussion sessions, which included comparing IPC policies between countries, root cause analysis, the barriers to implementation evaluation and infection control case studies. |
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29th and 30th October 2020 |
Grant Applications: Writing a Competitive Research Proposal
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Workshop organised by TGHN with CANTAM provided researchers with guidance focusing on the process, structure, and skills for professional proposal writing. In this workshop, participants learnt the key principles underpinning the proposal writing process and complete the session with a thorough understanding of the structure of the proposed model, and the essential elements required for a successful research proposal. |
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24th November 2020 |
Research in Global Health Emergencies
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Workshop organised by TGHN with ALERRT, TESA and pandora. This workshop aimed to equip participants with knowledge and skills to conduct research during outbreaks and epidemics. The workshop covered areas such as navigating the ethical landscape for research in epidemics, rapidly developing proposals that can be adapted and implemented during epidemics, as well as areas of safety during data collections. |
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30th November 2020 |
The EDCTP Knowledge Hub: Providing tools and guidance for conducting clinical research
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Organised by TGHN with EDCTP, this webinar, which focused on data management and sharing, included an open conversation about experiences and issues faced with increasing requirements for open access research data. Speakers and attendees shared their thoughts and questions regarding the challenges that they face, as well as highlighting the needs from the research and patient communities. |
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2nd and 3rd December 2020 |
Research Ethics During Epidemics
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Workshop organised by TGHN with ALERRT, TESA and pandora. This workshop informed participants about some of the ethical challenges in conducting this research, covering:
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10th December 2020 |
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This workshop aimed to engage the stakeholder community to focus on the benefits of a virtual biorepository (VBR) to provide equitable and efficient access to samples. A sustainable solution needs to provide benefits for sample contributors and users alike. The workshop covered definitions and basic features of a VBR, a brief presentation by a panel of experts to address current barriers to access and solutions, followed by discussion. |
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1st April 2021 |
Disease Outbreak Preparedness and Response: Education Experience and Ideas
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This is the first of a discussion series on outbreak preparedness and response to encourage sharing of experiences and reflections that further our understanding of how we can best support learning in these contexts. It will include presentations on educational programmes developed in response to disease outbreaks. |