“Connecting the Dots” – The Inaugural Oxford University Rare Disease Student Conference

Sunday, 23rd February 2025 | 9:30 – 17:00 | Magdalen College Auditorium, Oxford University

Organized by the Sherrington Society and OxRare, this conference offers a chance to engage with expert clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates at the forefront of Rare Disease research and care.

Why attend?

  • 🔬 Explore Clinical & Research Career Pathways – Join us to hear from expert speakers at the forefront of clinical genetics, leading innovation in Rare Disease treatment and driving forward the future of newborn screening
  • 🗣 Engage with Rare Disease patient advocates – Help to amplify patient voices in healthcare and research by gaining insight into their lived experiences, challenges, and views on how to improve awareness surrounding Rare Diseases
  • 📜 Present your Research – Students and Early-Career Researchers are invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations, with prizes available! Submit here

Tickets are available to purchase on Eventbrite (Register here). Each in-person ticket includes complimentary teacoffeelunch, and networking drinks!

We welcome you to attend the full programme or drop in at any point throughout the day – either way, we hope to see you there!