Speaker Details
The RDF is delighted to welcome a diverse range of speakers from across the UK health and care R&D landscape to RDF26.

Joanne Oliver
Research Project Manager, Barts Health NHS Trust
Research Project Manager and Researcher with over 20 years of NHS experience in quality improvement, applied health research, community engagement and project management. I hold an MSc in Social Research Methods and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering.
Recent work includes leading a Health Foundation-funded improvement project around inclusivity of video consultations, directing the Menopause Friendly Accreditation programme for Kent and Medway ICB, and heading a research impact initiative at Barts Health’s Joint Research Management Office. My focus areas include co-design, user involvement, staff experience, wellbeing, health inequalities, and healthcare sustainability. PRINCE2-qualified project manager.
Delegate Registration
Registration is now live. Join us in Birmingham and be part of the conversations shaping the future of UK health and care research. Early Bird rates are available until 31 January 2026 – book now to secure your place at the best rate.

