Published 7 May 2026

MHP ECR Connect Day

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06 August 2026
10:00 - 16:30

St Hilda's College, Oxford University

Cowley Pl, Oxford OX4 1DY

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This in-person, one-day event for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) will have a focus on fostering meaningful connections across the MHP and beyond.

The event will combine a skills-building session focused on grant writing, followed by structured opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange across disciplines.

Below are some highlights you can expect:

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Welcome

Professor Andrew Mcintosh, Director of MHP will open and lead the morning session.

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PPIE talk

A member of our PPIE Steering Group will give a talk from a lived experience perspective.

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Grant writing workshop

Professors Cathryn Lewis and Andrew McIntosh will lead a workshop on successful grant writing.

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Networking

Enjoy lunch and informal networking at the beautiful St Hilda's College.

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Research Exchange

Share your research with other ECRs, and hear about theirs, in a structured networking activity.

Why attend?

Read more about the benefits of attending workshops like this one.

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