Alfred Research Alliance Research Week 2026
Research for a Resilient Future 26-29 October 2026
Research Week 2026 will bring together leading researchers, clinicians, consumers, industry representatives and health leaders to showcase the discoveries, partnerships and innovations shaping the future of healthcare across the Alfred Research Alliance.
Aligned with the theme Research for a Resilient Future, the program explores how research is improving patient outcomes, driving innovation and preparing health systems to meet future challenges.
Alfred Research Alliance Research Week - Scientific Abstracts 2026
Day 1 recap - The Great Debate
Monday 26th October 2026
"The pursuit of breakthrough health innovations should take precedence over ethical, privacy and environmental concerns."
Watch the recap of the event.
Day 2 recap - Keynote address & panel forum
Tuesday 27th October 2026
Research for a Resilient Future: Reimagining What's Possible
How will today's research shape the healthcare systems of tomorrow?
Day 4 recap - Research Excellence Awards
Thursday 29th October 2026
The Research Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding research achievements across the Alfred Research Alliance and recognise individuals whose work is advancing healthcare, improving outcomes and strengthening the Alliance's reputation for research excellence.
Allied Health Research Forum recap
Thursday 29th October 2026
Research Funding & Career Pathways — From First Project to Post-Doc Success
Research Week Abstract Prizes 2026
Research Week 2026: Research for a Resilient Future
Abstract prizes are judged and awarded by individual departments or organisations who have a presence at the Alfred precinct.