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Research: New Seminar Series Addressing Complex Challenges In Healthcare
 | By Sanjay Devaraja, Editor, LKCMedicine's Redefine Newsletter |
With medical science advancing at an unprecedented pace, staying at the forefront and tackling complex healthcare issues has increasingly become important. To address this, LKCMedicine has introduced a new seminar series. Known as the LKCMedicine EXCEL Research Seminar, the series features esteemed leaders in medical science who engage in discussions, share knowledge, and facilitate networking among researchers and scientists within LKCMedicine and beyond.
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On 10 May 2024, the inaugural EXCEL Research Seminar was a resounding success, attracting 100 researchers and scientists. This first seminar was organised in collaboration with the School’s Population and Global Health Research Programme. It began with opening remarks from LKCMedicine Dean Professor Joseph Sung, with LKCMedicine Professor John Chambers hosting the event.
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The series kicked off with a keynote presentation by renowned Professor Sir Aziz Sheikh OBE from the University of Edinburgh. He shared valuable insights into the development of the Asthma UK Centre for Applied Research and its impact on improving patient respiratory outcomes across the UK. By bringing together the UK’s applied research communities and collaborating with patients and innovative industry leaders, the Center is making strides toward its vision of “zero tolerance for asthma attacks.”
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The audience actively engaged during the seminar, posing questions related to policy translation, data utilisation, and patient and public involvement. Following the seminar, early-career researchers had a unique chance to connect with Prof Sir Aziz during an “Ask-Me-Anything” session. He generously shared his expertise as attendees explored collaborative research, career paths, post-doctoral development, and international research standards.
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The EXCEL Research Seminar Series is coordinated by a team led by LKCMedicine Assistant Professor Lynn Yap, which includes representatives from Research Administration & Support Services, External Affairs, the National Healthcare Group, and early-career researchers. More seminars are scheduled for the rest of 2024 and beyond, each organised and hosted by a specific LKCMedicine Research Programme.