Health Services Research UK

💡New blog: Hidden Knowledge in Health Services Research: Advice for Early Career Researchers In this piece @emilyfwood.bsky.social ky.social shares practical tips on navigating HSR careers, mentoring, networking and progression. Read the full piece here ⬇️ hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

Our latest #HSRUK Exploring Hidden Knowledge blog explores neurodiversity in HSR careers through reflections from three members of our HSR community. Read the full blog here: hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

📣New #HSRUK Viewpoint How do we move from listening to action on inclusion in health services research? In this timely blog, HSR UK Trustee Dr Ashra Khanom reflects on creating research careers where lived experience helps shape decisions, opportunities and culture. 🔗 hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

We’re launching a new blog series exploring the unwritten rules, experiences and insights that shape careers in HSR. Our first blog co-written by @emilyfwood.bsky.social explores health disclosure and the importance of supportive workplace cultures. Read it here: hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

And just like they #HSRUK26 comes to a close! Thank you so much to all our contributors, presenters, facilitators, exhibitors and delegates! Keep an eye out for our post-conference communications and content! We hope to see many of you in Birmingham next year! #HSRUK27

Bragging rights for these four early risers setting off on their pre-conference social jog and run this morning, come rain or shine! We love to see it! 👏 #HSRUK26

Conference dinner comes with a view this year! For those attending, upon arrival please take the lifts to the 9th floor 🏙️ #HSRUK26

A great round off to the first day of the HSR UK Annual Conference here at the Nancy Rothwell Building! We’re looking forward to welcoming delegates to the Conference Dinner later this evening at the Voco Manchester City Centre Hotel - from 7:30pm onwards (pre-booking required) #HSRUK26

Jess Harris, Kalpa Kharicha, Annette Boaz, Kritika Samsi at the Health Services Research UK Conference 2026 in Manchester today #HSRUK26

if you are at #HSRUK26, check out our poster on how we are using a huge range of systems methods to tackling improving services for children with complex health needs (across health, education, social care...) in @sprockethub.bsky.social All presented by our fab postdoc Mehdi Hafezi! (PW 4.5)

if you are at #HSRUK26 today or tomorrow, check out our poster of the pain, trials, tribulations - and eventual rewards - of working with linked health care data! All presented by our fab Research Coordinator and data guru Julie Taylor! (poster 43)

Come see my poster at #HSRUK26 from lunchtime today to see the unscrambled results (PW 5-4). Writing clinic letters directly to patients: designing evidence-based resources for and in partnership with patients and healthcare professionals. #healthcomm

Plenary One: Studying the Digital Transformation: How Al and data are reshaping health & care services. Speakers including Professor Claire Goodman, Dr Ben Brown, Professor Carl Thompson and Dr Aaminah Verity. A thought provoking start to #HSRUK26 with metaphors galore!

And we’re off! Professor Pete Bower, Chair for the Conference Committee, kicks off our opening Plenary outlining our conference programme and updates #HSRUK26

Today’s the day! #HSRUK26 Day One is about to start! Registration open from 9am at the Nancy Rothwell Building @manchester.ac.uk

#HSRUK26 Workshop Spotlight 💡 How can we build inclusive and sustainable research careers? Join our interactive session exploring precarity, funding & support, plus practical actions for change!

📣 Attention #HSRUK26 delegates Are you presenting at one of our Research Discussion session? If so, you can self-nominate for our Excellence in Inclusion & Patient Led Research Awards Find out more and apply: url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/9XEzCznLnh...

We’re always thrilled to welcome Australian and New Zealand #HSR researchers at our conferences. Our Chair @profjudithsmith.bsky.social will be speaking at the HSRAANZ 2026 Conference in Wellington, NZ. We’re delighted to be involved and see UK representation at #HSRAANZ26! 🌍🌏

Stay connected ahead of #HSRUK26 👇 Our latest newsletter includes collaboration stories, workshop highlights & new opportunities across HSR 🔗 mailchi.mp/hsruk/hsr-uk... Sign up and stay in the loop! 🔗 mailchi.mp/hsruk/xj4i1a...

#HSRUK26 Workshop Spotlight How can we do the best qualitative research in HSR? Share your reflections & join an interactive session with Profs Alicia O’Cathain & Cathy Pope. 📧 Email a.ocathain@sheffield.ac.uk to share your thoughts 🔗 hsruk2026.org

📣 Newly published #HSRUK blog! In this piece, @damianeh.bsky.social and Dr Yingxi Zhao share their experience of a conversation at our 2025 conference developing into an ongoing research collaboration. A wonderful example of HSR UK in action! Read the full blog here: ⬇️ hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

💡 #HSR Career Opportunity Research Fellow role available at #HSRUK member LSHTM working on NIHR and DHSC policy research. 📍 London 🕒 Full/part-time ⏰ Deadline: 14 May - apply soon! 🔗 jobs.lshtm.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...

Join us at HSR UK 2026 as we continue to spotlight new #workforce research💡 Explore insights on attracting younger workers, moral injury in social work, valuing ‘back-office’ roles & unprofessional behaviour in NHS Trusts. Join our discussions! 🔗 Full programme & registration: hsruk2026.org

🚨 EARLY-BIRD RATES FOR #HSRUK26 - LAST CALL 🚨 Head to hsruk2026.org and register now! Discounted rates are available for members and non-members! Early-bird rates will end TODAY ⏳️

🚨 EARLY-BIRD RATES FOR #HSRUK26 - 24 HOURS LEFT 🚨 Head to hsruk2026.org and register now! Discounted rates are available for members and non-members! Early-bird rates will end TOMORROW Friday 24th April ⏳️

🚨 EARLY-BIRD RATES FOR #HSRUK26 - 48 HOURS LEFT 🚨 Head to hsruk2026.org and register now! Discounted rates are available for members and non-members! Early-bird rates will end THIS Friday 24th April ⏳️

DON’T FORGET! 🚨 #HSRUK26 Early-bird rates end Friday 24 April ⏰ Join us at the University of Manchester, 30 June–1 July 2026, and save with discounted member & non-member rates. Don’t delay! Register now for the reduced rate! 👉️ hsruk2026.org

Exciting times as we finalise the programme for #HSRUK26 🤩 We’re thrilled to include two Research Discussions on the Workforce, starting with Workforce Skill Mix, exploring the evolving roles across nursing, pharmacy, emergency care & beyond. Register now! Early-bird rates available hsruk2026.org

💡 ECR opportunity for a fully funded PhD with #HSRUK member LSHTM researching inequalities in lung cancer care & outcomes using mixed methods. 📅 Starting: Sept 2026 ⏰️ Deadline: 20 April 🔗 More info and apply:

⏰️ There’s just over two weeks left to save on your place at #HSRUK26 ⏰️ Don’t miss out! Join us in Manchester this summer; secure your discounted registration today! Register at hsruk2026.org

📢 Researchers, clinicians, policymakers, health system leaders, care partners & people with lived experience of dementia: your perspectives are needed by @alzassociation.bsky.social & Academy Health to shape the future of HSR in dementia care 🔗 Contribute here: alz.surveymonkey.com/r/G8BK2DZ

Reminder: Early-bird rates are still available for #HSRUK26 Join us at the University of Manchester and secure your place! 👉 Register before our fees increase! hsruk2026.org ⏱️ Early-bird deadline: Friday 24th April

💡 Workshop Spotlight #HSRUK26 Join us at this interactive 'From Funding to Impact' workshop session breaking down barriers to mobilising research for non‑academic audiences, delivered by @healthfoundation.bsky.social Register now! hsruk2026.org

What shapes a career in Health Services Research❔ ICYMI last month we published our report exploring career experiences in #HSR Our original conceptual framework visualises how experiences in HSR are influenced by a complex interplay of factors Read the full report here: hsruk.org/hsruk/public...

Reminder: Early bird rates are available for #HSRUK26 Join us at the University of Manchester and secure your place! 👉 Register before our fees increase! hsruk2026.org ⏱️ 24th April #HSRUK26 #EarlyBird

📢 NEW REPORT PUBLISHED 📢 #HSRUK research report exploring career experiences in HSR is now available. From contract precarity to mentoring, inclusion and tacit knowledge, this work shines a light on what shapes real careers in HSR and what needs to change. Read it here ⬇️ hsruk.org/hsruk/public...

🌟 HSR UK is recruiting for new Trustees! We're looking for 3 new voluntary Trustees to help shape the future of HSR. If you care about improving NHS and social care services, we’d love to hear from you! 🗓️ Apply by 17 Feb, 5pm 👉 Apply here: www.charityjob.co.uk/volunteer-jo...

Abstract submissions for #HSRUK26 are now being reviewed. Thank you to everyone who applied, we’ve been delighted by the volume and quality of submissions this year! Keep an eye on your inbox for outcomes. 📢 Registration (incl. early‑bird discounts!) are open now. Register here ➡️ hsruk2026.org

⏰ Last call to join us for the HSR UK AGM starting at Midday TODAY via MS Teams. Join us to hear about our activities and let us know how we can best support you and the wider health services research community 🤝 Email jenny.wheeldon@nuffieldtrust.org.uk for the meeting link

📣 Call for Workshop & L&D Session Abstracts! We’re seeking highly interactive workshops & learning sessions for #HSRUK26 Topics may include methods & methodology, PPI, researcher careers, networking and beyond 📝Submit via Google Form ⏰Midday 19 Jan 🔗hsruk2026.org

📢 Abstract submissions for our 2026 Conference are open over the festive season! Take some time to submit your research and join us next summer to share findings & connect with peers shaping the future of HSR Submit here ➡️ hsruk2026.org Wishing all our followers a joyful winter break! ❄️ #HSRUK26

👋 We’ve been a little quiet… because we’ve been busy planning! We’re thrilled to announce that abstract submissions for #HSRUK26 are OPEN 🎉If you’re working on health services research that deserves a national platform, now’s your moment! 🔗 Info & submission guidance here: hsruk.org/hsruk/events...

🆕 We're kicking off our new blog series #HSRUK25 Unpacked! 🆕 First up: lived expert Chandrika Kaviraj & researcher Andy Bradshaw reflect on co-producing their #HSRUK25 conference session and what real co-production looks like in practice Read it here ⬇️ hsruk.org/hsruk/viewpo...

A huge thank you to our speakers, chairs, delegates, partners and the event team for making this such a brilliant conference! Keep your eyes peeled for our series of follow-up blogs and upcoming researcher network opportunities! And we hope to see you all in Manchester in 2026!

And that's a wrap on #HSRUK25! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Newcastle this week! We are very proud to have hosted a programme full of innovative research, lively discussions and powerful reflections on how HSR can support a fairer and more sustainable health and care system.

Our Future Leader in Health Services And Social Care Research went to Rasa Mikelyte! Congratulations! 🎉

Our Excellence in Inclusion Award went to Emma Giles and Jo Smith: Increasing access to healthy, affordable food for adults living with Severe Mental Illness in Teesside: A co-produced feasibility study. Congratulations! 🎉

Our Best Poster Award went to Nikki Dunne: Snapshots of Sjögren's: A Photovoice Journey Through Living with Sjögren's in Ireland. Congratulations Nikki! 🎉