Sharing Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Collaboration

Part of the UCL CIMEC Event Series:

Join us for the second event in our monthly series highlighting interdisciplinary research and collaboration across the UCL Faculty of Medical Sciences.

Our speaker, Dr Jo Blodgett is a Senior Research Fellow in the Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health and the Department of Targeted Intervention (Division of Surgery and Interventional Science). Her research focuses on physical activity, women's health, and life course epidemiology, exploring the intersection of physical activity and health from both general population and athlete perspectives.

Jo is a key member of the Prospective Physical Activity, Sitting and Sleep consortium (ProPASS) Working Group, an international collaboration using accelerometery devices to study the effects of activity, posture, and sleep on health outcomes. Her groundbreaking work with ProPASS, emphasizing a 24-hour approach to all movement and activity, aims to contribute to shifting global activity​ guidelines and has gained global media attention including recently being featured on Good Morning America.

Jo will discuss:

• The journey from early career researcher to lead author on impactful studies.
• Insights into navigating international collaborations and managing large research consortia.
• Shifting paradigms in physical activity guidelines and the future of population health research.
• Lessons learned from translating complex research into media-friendly stories.

This session offers practical advice and personal insights into conducting impactful interdisciplinary research, navigating media attention, and fostering collaborations that drive real-world change.

This event is perfect for anyone currently involved in research, exploring opportunities to collaborate, or seeking inspiration to enhance their research journey.

What to Expect

• 20-minute Presentation: Jo will share key insights from her research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and the impact of her work on global activity guidelines.

• 20-minute Q&A: Your opportunity to ask questions and dive deeper into the discussion.

• 20-minute Informal Networking: Meet other attendees, exchange ideas, and grow your network.

Not a natural networker? Don’t worry—we’ll provide a guide to help you connect with ease and will be on hand to support these connections.

Why Attend?

• Get practical advice on progressing from a novice researcher to leading impactful studies, with tips for early career researchers looking to get involved.

• Discover how to communicate research effectively and navigate media attention.

• Connect with researchers, academics, and professionals across disciplines to explore potential collaborations.

Free Registration

This is a free in-person event. We encourage you to arrive early on the day to ensure your place and avoid disappointment. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone else.

Don’t miss the next session in this inspiring series designed to foster innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration in research at UCL. We look forward to seeing you there!

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]

Host or Publisher UCL Centre for International Medical Education Collaborations