Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration (MARC)

Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration


The Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration (MARC) is a unique collaboration of health, research, aged care and advocacy organisations working together to improve the lives of older people.

Our vision is that older people received the best possible care and support through services, programs and policies which support health and optimal quality of life.

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Melbourne Ageing Research Collaboration (MARC) invites staff and students from MARC partners, and those from other organisations  to a workshop to consider important aspects of conducting research with older people. Members of the NARI Community Advisory Panel will be in attendance. This workshop will provide networking, knowledge transfer and skills acquisition opportunities for those new to research in ageing including older people, practitioners/clinicians, academics, and policy makers.

Program

From 12.30pm   Registration and networking

                            (including light lunch and tea and coffee)

1.00 pm              Welcome including Acknowledgment of Country

1.05 pm              Research Fundamentals

1.30 pm              A personal view of Research in Ageing     

1.45 pm              Involving older people in Research in Ageing

2.15 pm              Engaging health and aged care organisations in Research in Ageing

2.30 pm              Afternoon tea and networking

2.50 pm              Small group theme-based discussion

        • Equity in Research in Ageing
        • Data Collection Tools for Use in Research in Ageing
        • Applying research in ageing evidence into policy development

4.20 pm              Seeking Grant Funding

4.30 pm              Close

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MARC Research Skills in Ageing Workshop Program

MARC is an initiative of NARI.  With thanks to the MARC Partners:

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