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.
Day 1 - The Great Debate
Monday 26 October 2026
12:30pm - 1:30pm | Lecture Theatre | Hybrid Event
"The pursuit of breakthrough health innovations should take precedence over ethical, privacy and environmental concerns."
Join us for a thought-provoking debate exploring one of healthcare’s most pressing questions: how do we balance the drive for innovation with our responsibilities to patients, communities and the environment?
Day 2 - Keynote address & panel forum
Tuesday 27 October 2026
12:30pm - 1:30pm | Lecture Theatre | Hybrid Event
Event Theme: Research for a Resilient Future: Reimagining What's Possible
How will today's research shape the healthcare systems of tomorrow?
Day 3 - Nursing Research Forum and Awards
Wednesday 28 October 2026
12:30am - 3:30pm | The Lecture Theatre, The Hub, The Alfred
- Showcase of Alfred Nursing Research presentations
- Nursing Research Awards
- Keynote adress: Kaleidoscope of care: Kindness, Empathy and Compassion
Day 4: Research Excellence Awards
Thursday 29 October 2026
11.00am - 12.00pm | Lecture Theatre | In-Person Event
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
Thursday 29 October 2026
1:00pm - 4:00pm | The Hub Lecture Theatre
Theme: Research Funding & Career Pathways: From First Project to Post-Doc Success
Research Week 2026 Scientific Abstract Competition
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS NOW CLOSED
Winners will be announced during Research Week.
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.