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PaCCSC & CST Research Forum 2027
Access by design: Precision, equity and impact in cancer and palliative care trials Early bird registrations and abstract submissions open! 23-24 February 2027 | International Convention Centre (ICC), Sydney In 2027, the PaCCSC & CST Research Forum explores the scientific foundations that enhance the quality of care of people with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses. Researchers, healthcare professionals and consumers interested in palliative care and cancer symptom m
Sep 3


Free Webinar: From Academia to Industry
Researchers interested in exploring career pathways beyond academia may be interested in this free webinar hosted by ScientifyResearch. Researcher Impact: From Academia to Industry will cover how researchers can translate their academic skills to industry settings, strengthen their CVs, build professional networks, and navigate industry recruitment processes. The session includes expert speakers, guest panellists with lived experience of transitioning to industry, and an inte
Sep 1


2026 PCARN Bi-Annual Hui: Registration now open
The Palliative Care Aotearoa Research Network (PCARN) is delighted to bring you our bi-annual hui on 21 November 2026, held at the Bryant Education Centre (BEC), Waikato Hospital. Whether you work in palliative care research or simply have a passion for the field, we'd love to have you join us. We've put together a fantastic line-up of speakers who'll be sharing insights and sparking discussion on some of the most current and exciting topics in palliative care. Confirmed pres
Aug 14


PCARN supporting members with peer review for low-risk research
PCARN is now offering peer review for low-risk research projects, considered on a case-by-case basis, as another way to support members with their research. Contact admin@pcarn.org
May 28


How PCARN has helped a palliative care pharmacist with her PhD
Selena Chiu is a palliative care pharmacist currently completing her PhD at the University of Auckland. Here, she explains how working...
Jul 24, 2025


Call for abstracts for academic primary care conference
The University of Waikato is hosting its Academic Primary Care Conference in November and is now calling for abstracts. Abstracts must be...
Jul 24, 2025


PCARN co-chair update: My journey into palliative care research
Welcome back to the PCARN e-bulletin for 2025! We have an exciting year ahead as our research network continues to grow and our kaupapa...
Jun 15, 2025


Hauora Māori news: Kōkiri Marae cancer navigation service
Kōkiri Marae Cancer Navigation Service – Here to Support Whānau Kōkiri Marae Cancer Navigation is a free kaupapa Māori service to...
Jun 15, 2025


Join the palliative paramedicine study day in Auckland
ANZSPM Aotearoa is hosting a palliative paramedicine study day in Auckland in July that is open to students, paramedics, palliative care...
May 18, 2025


PCARN featured on IMPACCT news: Palliative Care Aotearoa Research Network gaining momentum
This article was first published on IMPACCT news. The Centre for Improving Palliative, Aged and Chronic Care through Clinical Research...
Jun 6, 2024


Save the date for PCARN's biannual hui 2024
PCARN is very excited to invite you to its biannual hui to be held at Wellington Regional Hospital Easthope lecture theatres (Newtown) on...
Apr 6, 2024


Have your say on the national direction of palliative care
The National Palliative Care Steering Group is looking for input on how adult palliative care services are run in Aotearoa New Zealand....
Apr 6, 2024


Hospice NZ opens conference call for abstracts
Hospice New Zealand has opened its call for abstracts for its 2024 conference to be held in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington on 4-5...
Apr 6, 2024


Expressions of interest open for national palliative care equity working group
Te Whatu Ora’s national palliative care steering group is calling for expressions of interest for its equity working group. The equity...
Oct 25, 2023


PCARN is bringing palliative care researchers together
This article was written by University of Otago division of health sciences communications adviser Kelsey Schutte and first appeared on...
Sep 26, 2023


Helpful resources for palliative care researchers
This list of research resources will be regularly updated. Please note that these resources are from external organisations and any links...
Aug 11, 2023


Spotlight on PCARN in ehospice article
PCARN was recently featured on the ehospice website and newsletter. The article was written by PCARN social media lead Jemesa Landers and...
Aug 8, 2023


Matariki's forgotten tradition
This article was written by University of Otago division of health sciences communications adviser Kelsey Schutte and first appeared on...
Jul 12, 2023


Palliative care news round-up: July 2023
The latest palliative care news from Te Whatu Ora, Te Akai Whai Ora and more Esteemed Māori health leader takes on palliative care role...
Jul 12, 2023


Become a regional liaison for PCARN
Are you interested in getting involved with clinical research in palliative care but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you're already...
Jul 12, 2023
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