A workshop entitled Defining future directions for endometriosis research: consensus and networks is scheduled on Saturday, 15 March 2008, 09.00 - 17.00 in Melbourne, Australia.
Here are some details of what topics will be covered in this event:
A major challenge in endometriosis continues to be the lack of funding for endometriosis research, the isolation of programs within countries, inadequate communications among centres, and ineffeciencies of research when information and data are not shared.
Two initiatives will be kicked off at the 10th World Congress on Endometriosis to address this shortfall by introducing a two-pronged global strategy for endometriosis research:
1. Building consensus for research priorities.
A satellite meeting will be held on Saturday 15 March 2008 in Melbourne (09.00-17.00) with an objective to develop a consensus statement outlining research priorities in the field of endometriosis.
This consensus will be published in a scientific peer-reviewed journal and will form the basis of a “check list” for each future world congress on endometriosis, where researchers can take stock of progress and evaluate current/new areas, which need attention and prioritisation.
2. Developing international collaborative research networks.
This global collaboration will ensure that:
• research is carried out in collaboration between international centres;
• data is shared;
• results are built upon;
• strict protocols are enforced to ensure that results are evidence based;
• results can be translated into viable treatments to provide a solution for those affected by endometriosis.Proven international consensus and collaboration will enhance credibility whenever a researcher and/or centre apply for grants and are able to refer to scientifically approved research directions.
This workshop is the result of collaboration between the World Endometriosis Society and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation with support from Monash Institute of Medical Research.
For more information on this event, click here.
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