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Join Zoe Clark-Coates MBE in this recording. This is the first webinar of its kind hosted by the School of Clinical Medicine, and we invite everyone to attend.

Zoe Clark-Coates is an international CEO, bestselling author, TV presenter, governing advisor, and grief expert, with over 24 years of experience in counselling.

Zoe has worked to improve support for hundreds of thousands of families each year. Saying Goodbye provides comprehensive information advice, support and much more to anyone who has suffered the loss of a baby at any stage of pregnancy, at birth or in infancy.

Saying Goodbye is the primary division of the Mariposa Trust, a UK-based charity that provides support to anyone who has suffered the loss of a baby. To donate, please follow the link here.

To access the recording, please book onto the course and find the link in your booking email

This session is taking place as part of International Women’s Day (IWD, 8 March 2026).

This talk will focus on key findings from the Lancet Breast Cancer Commission, on-going local, national and international work tackling inequities, and personal reflections on an evolving leadership journey.

Charlotte Coles is Professor of Breast Cancer Clinical Oncology at the University of Cambridge, NIHR Research Professor, and Director of CRUK RadNet Cambridge. She leads international research that has transformed breast radiotherapy practice and expanded access to shorter, effective treatments worldwide. As Chair of the Lancet Breast Cancer Commission, she has addressed global health, gender and equity challenges in breast cancer care. Her work bridges science, policy and patient-centred innovation, while championing collaboration and the next generation of clinical researchers.

Location: SCM - Theo Chalmers Lecture Theatre

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This training, developed by the National Autistic Society, is designed to help you better understand autism and how to create a more inclusive, supportive workplace for autistic colleagues. It starts with a short pre-module assessment. This is not a test, just a way to check your current level of knowledge.

The module includes perspectives from autistic people themselves, offering insight into how autism is defined and experienced. It helps learners recognise both the strengths and challenges that many autistic people face, and how we can respond in ways that create enabling and supportive environments.

The training covers:

• What autism is and how it presents differently in different people

• Common barriers autistic employees may encounter

• Practical adjustments and strategies that can make a real difference

• Tips for inclusive communication and supporting wellbeing

At the end, there is a post-module assessment to reflect on what you have learned and how you might apply it in your role.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Erin Cressy or Karin Jonkers on CSEDI@admin.cam.ac.uk

Once the training has been completed, please email Erin at CSEDI@admin.cam.ac.uk to request a certificate.

This session was part of International Women's Day 2025.

Menopause is a natural part of life, yet it is still often misunderstood and rarely talked about. This session aims to break the silence, offering valuable insights for everyone, women, men, employers, and families.

Join the My Menopause Centre Doctor to explore the stages of menopause, discuss common symptoms, and discover practical tips for managing this transition at home and work. With many women experiencing symptoms that can affect their career and relationships, understanding menopause is more important than ever.

In this session, you will learn: - Why menopause matters to everyone, not just those going through it - How to manage menopause for a thriving life at work and at home - Tips for supporting staff, friends, and family during this time

Let’s kickstart the conversation and help make menopause a topic we can all talk about with confidence!

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Effective Working Relationships are part of the foundation of "doing good work, in a good place to work". This two-hour, interactive, in-person session will explore the attitudes and behaviours that underpin Effective Working Relationships. This session will also address the attitudes and behaviours relating to casual disrespect, the impact this can have on individuals and teams and equip you with strategies to tackle inappropriate behaviour and casual disrespect with confidence. Participants will also gain the tools, techniques and practical guidance necessary to navigate difficult conversations, with professionalism, empathy and best practice.

Please note that this is a in-person session for School of Clinical Medicine staff only and is limited to 16 attendees.

Please note that we are unable to provide food or refreshments for this session, so feel free to bring your own. Water will be provided.

Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements when booking.

Venue: The session will be held in Seminar Room 16 in the Clinical School.

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How does it feel to be neurodiverse and work in the Clinical School …? In our event for Disability History Month we shall hear from clinical school colleagues: Becky Wallwork (Senior Contracts Manager – Clinical Neurosciences) who has a late autism diagnosis, and Paul Wilkinson (Clinical Dean and Professor of Psychiatry) who has ADHD and who is happy to talk about how this both helps and hinders his work. This is followed by time to talk about working here as neurodiverse employees. What works for you ? What could be better …? (Chaired by Alison Dunning - University Disability & Wellbeing Champion) . This meeting was held online on 20 November 2024.

To access the video click here.

This session will provide line managers with guidance on the extension and ending of fixed-term contracts in line with legislation and University policy, providing clarity on when the end of fixed-term contract process can be followed and when a situation sits under the organisational change policy instead. The session will demonstrate the justifiable reasons for ending a contract and outline how the process works in practice, including support that can be given to those at risk of redundancy.

Please note that this session is not designed to discuss any individual concerns you may have with your own fixed-term contract – if you have any concerns please raise these with your local HR team who can offer advice and support.

Please note that we are unable to provide food or refreshments for this session, so feel free to bring your own. Water will be provided.

Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements when booking.

Please Note: It is important that when you book on this course, on your booking confirmation page, click on Add to Calendar to start the process to import the course appointment into your calendar.

School of Clinical Medicine Employees are invited to attend a 20 minute massage by Lucy Hall Massage.

Seated Massage, or ‘chair massage’, is performed while you are seated in a specially designed massage chair. The massage chair is designed for you to rest slightly forward with your arms and legs supported. It also has a face cradle to support your head.

In the 20 minute massages we do Swedish massage including; Head, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, lower & middle back, and glutes. Your massage therapist will work your muscles and knots through your clothes and adapt the massage to exactly what the customer needs or wants.

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The first of our grant writing series for the Mid-Career Fellows (MCF) at School of Clinical Medicine providing insights into what major funders look for in applications. This session will look specifically at European Research Council (ERC) Funding with a presentation from Professor Toni Vidal-Puig.

Attendees will have the chance to hear from and ask questions of experienced PIs who are, or have been, reviewers on major grant panels to share their experiences, tips, and guidance.

About the Speaker

Professor Toni Vidal-Puig

Professor Vidal-Puig is Professor of Molecular Nutrition and Metabolism at Cambridge University and Principal Investigator at the Medical Research Council Metabolic Diseases Unit (MRC MDU) and the Wellcome Sanger Institute.

Professor Vidal-Puig also serves as the Scientific Director of the Cambridge Phenomics Center, specializing in advanced murine metabolic phenotyping, and as an Honorary Consultant in Metabolic Medicine at Addenbrooke’s Hospital. The TVPLab, explores the molecular mechanisms linking obesity to insulin resistance, diabetes, and cardiometabolic complications, aiming to identify new therapeutic pathways.

Professor Vidal-Puig holds a MBA from Judge Business School and is on scientific advisory boards (SAB) for companies such as Novo Nordisk. His leadership extends globally through initiatives like the Cambridge-Príncipe Felipe Research Unit in Valencia and strategic collaborations in China and Singapore.

Antonio has shaped European biomedical research as Chair of the ERC LS4 Panel (2018–2023), fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. He serves on advisory boards of top research institutions, including IDIBAPS and INCLIVA, guiding their strategic development. As a mentor, he has trained 18 Ph.D. students and 23 postdoctoral fellows, many of whom have advanced to prominent academic and industrial roles. His achievements are recognised with honours, including the British Endocrine Society Medal and the Hippocrates International Award for Nutrition Research.

Focusing on clear communication in the workplace, Paula Rosen can help you prepare for a formal or informal presentation, get ready for interviews, lead meetings, or tackle difficult conversations. Whatever is on your wish list for being a better communicator, this session will provide constructive feedback and tips on refining your speaking style, increasing personal impact and addressing any concerns you may have about your communication skills.

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If you can't make it please let us know because we have to pay for sessions that are not attended or cancelled less than 24 hours before.

Yoga with Daisy Worzencraft is primarily about having fun, giving things a go, and trying - with a sense of humour and a smile on your face! It's a non competitive practice, with modifications for different levels. All she asks is that you try, and that you practice with a sense of pleasure and enjoyment, rather than expectation, frustration and tension.

For Daisy, Yoga has been a consistent friend in her life - especially in times of need - and had nothing to do with perfecting poses!

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