A one-day event to share perspectives, experiences and learnings of PPI in doctoral research.

This event is taking place as part of the National PPI Festival 2026 and will bring together PhD researchers, supervisors, and members of the public to explore how Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) is shaping doctoral research.

Programme highlights include:

🔹 Keynote Talk: “PPI Research into Spinal Cord Injury Repair: A PPI Collaborators Perspective"- Mr Ciaran McCarthy, PPI Contributor and PPI Co-lead PPI Ignite Network@ RCSI.

🔹 Short talks from a variety of PhD researchers and PPI contributors about the practical aspects of conducting PPI in Doctoral Research.

🔹 "Don't make me Google it!"- How to Write a PPI Lay Summary for your Research- An Interactive, Practical and PPI Informed Workshop.

The event will be a fantastic opportunity to share experiences, exchange ideas, and build new connections across the PPI community.

About The Crann Centre

The Crann Centre provides life-long support to people of all ages living with congenital, progressive or acquired neuro-physical disabilities. Their unique 2Generation Model of Care intentionally supports both children and adults living with neuro-physical disabilities and their family members. At their centre in Ovens, Co. Cork, the whole family has access to a team of experts, services & facilities tailored to their needs. To find out more about Crann visit: https://cranncentre.i (https://cranncentre.ie/)e

Description supplied by the event organiser.