NRP 83 officially launches with kick-off event in Basel
All researchers involved in the 19 NRP 83 projects met in person for the first time. The kick-off event in Basel proved to be a resounding success and impressively showcased the wide range of topics covered by NRP 83.
Which research areas have the NRP 83 projects focused on? How are the research teams tackling challenges and what can they learn from each other? The kick-off event on October 1st and 2nd at the Hotel Odelya in Basel focused on getting to know each other and sharing ideas among the many dedicated researchers.
Focus on exchange and networking
The event included a colourful array of activities – most notably "speed geeking", during which the researchers presented their work in just five minutes and discussed it in small groups. The teams explored possible opportunities for collaboration between the projects so that the projects could continue to benefit from such exchanges.
Impulses from global health – Sarah Hawkes as a guest at NRP 83
The keynote speech given by Professor Sarah Hawkes added an extra highlight to the event. The scientist from Monash University in Malaysia, who specialises in global health issues, shared exciting findings from the Global 50/50 Initiative, a project focusing on gender equality in global health and development organisations. Her input was very inspirational and sparked a lively discussion among the audience afterwards.
A strong programme thanks to dedicated research teams
The exceptionally inspiring atmosphere and the easy-going exchange among participants whetted our appetite for more.
The 19 research teams will generate valuable data over the next three to four years, which will provide new insights for Switzerland and make a significant contribution to ensuring that biological and social aspects of gender are better taken into account in medicine and the health system. The researchers are what make NRP 83 so special, enabling a strong research programme that delivers real added value for the health system.