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27 Sep 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
  • Cancer Council Victoria
  • VACCHO
Webinar | 6.30–8.00PM | 27 Sep 2023

Can a Voice to Parliament help improve cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples?

Hosted by the VCCC Alliance, Cancer Council Vic and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)

Cancer is the leading cause of mortality among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The gap in cancer outcomes is increasing between Indigenous and non-Indigenous…
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02 Oct 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 02 Oct 2023

MLL: Genetic testing and cancer prevention

The TRACEBACK project, a collaboration between Peter Mac, The Australian Ovarian Cancer Study and Ovarian Cancer Australia, was a nationwide study aimed at reducing the number of inherited breast and ovarian cancers in Australia. In this webinar, Dr Kathryn Alsop will discuss how TRACEBACK has effec…
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05 Oct 2023
  • University of Melbourne
UOM VCCC Alliance Workshop Series | Online | 9.30–4.30PM | 05 Oct 2023

Clinical Research Online Workshop

If you're an emerging researcher with a keen interest in clinical study design, join us for a practical and interactive workshop introducing the foundational knowledge and steps involved in progressing a clinical research idea through to execution.
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09 Oct 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 09 Oct 2023

MLL: Leaflet: Our digital information solution for patients from a CALD background

A revolutionary new app, complete with disease-specific QR codes, is set to transform how patients from CALD backgrounds affected by cancer access information about their care. Join us to hear Professor Justin Yeung discuss the development journey of 'Leaflet' and the day-to-day impact it…
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10 Oct 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
In-person only | 2.00–4.30pm | 10 Oct 2023

From Lab to Market: Mastering the Art of Presenting Scientific Breakthroughs

In this unique workshop designed for researchers and clinicians, learn the skillset to pitch and present your scientific work with confidence to industry and audiences interested in research translation and commercialisation. 
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11 Oct 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
In-Person | 3.00–6.00pm | 11 Oct 2023

Clinical Cohorts, biobanks and translational models

Biospecimens and clinical data in biobanks, rapid autopsy programs and registry trials can be invaluable for researchers to advance their work. But what resources are out there, and how can they be accessed? Join us to learn about the resources available from across the VCCC Alliance, directly from…
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12 Oct 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
  • University of Melbourne
Nurse-Led Research Hub | Online Workshop | 9.30am—4.30pm | 12 Oct 2023

Developing skills for nurse-led practice change

Learn how to determine knowledge gaps, clarify research questions and implement clinical practice change.

Nurses who work with people with cancer and who have an interest in building their clinical and research skills are invited to attend this workshop. This workshop will help participants to deve…
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19 - 21 Oct 2023
  • Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR)
All Day | 19 Oct 2023

RANZCR 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting

The RANZCR 73rd Annual Scientific Meeting will be held in person at Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, 19–21 October 2023. This year's ASM theme of “Beyond”, is aimed at taking you beyond the clinical, beyond the expected and beyond the traditional scopes of our specialties. Early bird…
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23 - 25 Oct 2023
All Day | 23 Oct 2023

Australian Cell Cycle, DNA repair and Telomere Meeting 2023

Registration is open for Australia’s premier conference on cell cycle, DNA repair, telomere biology and related fields. The event offers a great opportunity to present, socialise, collaborate and hear about the latest exciting research from local colleagues and international invited speakers.
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24 Oct 2023
  • University of Melbourne
  • VCCC Alliance
Leadership Academy Series | Webinar | 6.00–7.00PM | 24 Oct 2023

Leadership webinar series: How to be an effective supervisor or mentor

Supervisors and mentors play a crucial role in the success of team members and mentees by providing leadership, guidance, and support. In this session, Professor Steve Trumble will cover some of the key skills for supervisors and mentors to be effective in their roles and leave a lasting impact.
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26 Oct 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
Thinkwell Workshop | Online | 1.00–3.00pm | 26 Oct 2023

Thinkwell Workshop: Giving Effective Feedback

Many graduate students cite receiving and dealing with feedback from their supervisors as one of the most frustrating areas of candidature. Feedback is essential to help students progress and improve the quality of their outputs. So what can you, as a supervisor, do to ensure they get the feedback t…
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30 Oct 2023
  • VCCC Alliance
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 30 Oct 2023

MLL: Improving cancer outcomes in Wales, UK

The Suspected Cancer Pathway (SCP) is a Welsh Government target for diagnosing cancer and starting treatment more quickly. It also indicates where information and support should be provided to patients across the pathway. In this webinar, Bethan Hawkes, Lead Cancer Nurse from NHS Wales Executive wil…
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31 Oct 2023
In-Person | 8.30–4.30pm | 31 Oct 2023

Introduction to digital health for nurses

This one-day workshop for cancer nurses provides a comprehensive overview of key digital health concepts, tools, and technologies. It covers topics such as telehealth, artificial intelligence, patient engagement, data quality, social media use, and digital health equity, empowering participants with…
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09 Nov 2023
Webinar | 9.00am–4.30pm | 09 Nov 2023

VCCC Alliance Clinical Trials Design Workshop

Clinical trials are essential to discover whether new healthcare interventions improve outcomes for patients. This practical and interactive workshop will provide participants with a theoretical and practical understanding of clinical trial design.
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13 - 14 Nov 2023
Conference | Hybrid | 9.00am to 5.00pm | 13 Nov 2023

3rd International Conference on Nursing and Women’s Healthcare

This two-day hybrid conference will focus on obstacles and developments in nursing and women’s healthcare. The congress includes plenary talks and keynote speeches from renowned scientists around the globe, oral and poster presentations by researchers and students.
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13 Nov 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 13 Nov 2023

MLL: Cancer mind care: breaking down the barriers

Around 40% of individuals with cancer also experience mental health concerns. In this webinar, a multidisciplinary line-up of experts will discuss how to address and work effectively with the barriers to treating people with both mental health concerns and cancer.
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20 Nov 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 20 Nov 2023

MLL: Circulating tumour DNA to monitor the complexity of cancer

What is circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) and how can it be measured? When can it be useful as a biomarker in cancer management? In this webinar, Professor Sarah-Jane Dawson provides an overview ctDNA research and the use of ctDNA-based approaches to track specific changes in a patient's cancer in…
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22 Nov 2023
Nurse-Led Research Hub | In-person only | 10.00am–4.15pm | 22 Nov 2023

Comprehensive patient assessment: seeing the whole picture

VCCC Alliance Nurse-Led Research Workshop

Join an expert line-up of presenters as they draw on a range of clinical examples to explore and demonstrate critical components of comprehensive patient assessment.
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24 Nov 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
Hybrid (in-person and online) | 2.00–6.00pm | 24 Nov 2023

Post-ASCO, ESMO and SMR 2023 Melanoma Update

Join local experts in melanoma for a review of the latest and most significant international research findings presented at the ASCO, ESMO and SMR Annual Meetings. This is a great opportunity to hear their perspectives on how these advances may impact melanoma care in Australia.
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27 Nov 2023
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
  • VCCC Alliance
  • The University of Newcastle
  • Grampians Health
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 27 Nov 2023

MLL: Cancer mind care: it’s the same storm, but what boat are you in?

Many individuals with cancer bring pre-existing mental health concerns to their cancer treatment. In this webinar, a multidisciplinary line-up of experts will look at the bio-psycho-social issues clinicians can face in these situations and discuss how best to work with them in an empathetic and help…
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04 Dec 2023
  • Royal Melbourne Hospital
  • VCCC Alliance
Monday Lunch Livestream | Webinar | 1.00–2.00pm | 04 Dec 2023

MLL: Preoperative exercise training for people with non-small cell lung cancer

A recent Cochrane review on preoperative exercise training has demonstrated that there is now a significant reduction in risk of patients developing a post-operative complication after lung cancer surgery. Dive into the findings and what they mean with Associate Professor Catherine Granger.
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14 Mar 2024
  • VCCC Alliance
  • University of Melbourne
Webinar | 9.00am–4.30pm | 14 Mar 2024

VCCC Alliance Advanced Clinical Supervision Online Workshop

Excellent teaching in no time: Advanced clinical supervision

Join the University of Melbourne's Excellence in Clinical Teaching team for a day of learning practical, evidence-supported supervision skills. Designed to promote immediate improvements in clinical supervision quality and capacity.
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18 - 20 Mar 2024
In-Person | 18 Mar 2024

World Indigenous Cancer Conference 2024

The VCCC Alliance warmly invites you to attend the third World Indigenous Cancer Conference, bringing together speakers from around the world. The theme of the 2024 conference is Process, Progress, Power.
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