Westmead Research Hub EMCR Symposium 2026
Description
Join us for our annual Westmead Research Hub EMCR Symposium designed by EMCRs, for EMCRs! This one-day event brings together honest career journeys, practical tips & tricks, and high‑quality oral presentations showcasing the incredible research from our EMCR community.
Hear from keynote speakers Professor Marc Wilkins and Professor Eddie Holmes who will share the real stories behind their career paths - what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they’d known sooner. From navigating career transitions and building confidence to making the most of opportunities (and surviving setbacks), these sessions are all about practical advice you can actually use.
Alongside the career-focused talks, our programme features a series of short oral presentations and poster presentations highlighting innovative research from EMCRs across the research hub. Of course, there will be prizes to win and even a people's choice award!
We will finish the day off with a panel discussion about 'How to conduct impactful research” with A/Prof Emily Blyth, Prof Hilda Pickett, Prof Tony Weiss, and Professor Michael Griffiths.
Whether you’re figuring out your next step, polishing your presentation skills, or just keen to connect with fellow EMCRs who understand what you are going through, this symposium promises insight, encouragement, and plenty of take‑home tips. Register now!
Agenda
- 8:30 am - 9:00 am
Registration
- 9:00 am - 9:10 am
Conference Welcome
- 9:10 am - 9:50 am
Keynote Speaker: "Proteomics, biotech startups, genomics and molecular systems biology - a career in eight words" Prof. Marc Wilkins
- 9:50 am - 10:45 am
EMCR Oral Presentations
- 10:45 am - 11:10 am
Morning Tea Break
- 11:10 am - 11:55 am
EMCR Oral Presentations
- 12:05 pm - 12:30 pm
Poster Viewing Session
- 12:30 pm - 1:20 pm
Lunch Break
- 1:20 pm - 2:30 pm
EMCR Oral Presentations
- 2:40 pm - 3:20 pm
Keynote Speaker: "A Drive Through the Virosphere" - Prof. Eddie Holmes
- 3:20 pm - 3:45 pm
Afternoon Tea Break
- 3:45 pm - 4:25 pm
Panel Discussion: How to have IMPACTFUL Research
Featuring: Prof. Tony Weiss (USyd), Prof. Hilda Pickett (CMRI), A/Prof. Emily Blyth (WSLHD/WIMR), Prof. Michael John Griffiths (USyd)
- 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Awards & Close
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