BARDES 2026
BARDES Newcastle Abstract Information
There are two different submission portals so please ensure to select the correct one.
Participation in the BARDES 2026 Novice Researcher Workshop
If you wish to participate in the Novice Researcher Workshop which will be a structured academic writing and presenting workshop, please submit a structured abstract using the following link: BARDES 2026 Newcastle- Novice Researcher Abstract Submission – Fill in form
Further information about the abstract structure is within the online form. Research does not need to have been completed, and the abstract could be based upon a research proposal.
The final presentation will be in the form of a 5 minute/5 ppt slide presentation to a friendly and supportive audience. The “Janice Ellis Prize” will be awarded for the best presentation. This will be awarded from combined scoring of the submitted abstract and the oral presentation. Please note it will not be possible to make amendments to abstracts once they have been submitted, so please ensure to submit your final draft.
To ‘qualify’ as a Novice researcher participants should be predoctoral (including undergraduates) or new to Education Research perhaps with a post-doctoral qualification in a different discipline. Participants must be registered for both days of the conference.
General Oral Presentations
Abstract submissions are also welcome for the General Oral Presentation session, inviting presenters of all experience levels to share their work in 10-minute presentations. Presentations can be of Dental Education Research or sharing of good practice. Please submit a structured abstract via this link: BARDES 2026 Newcastle General Abstract Submission – Fill in form
Further information about the abstract structure is within the online form.
All abstracts must be submitted by 5pm Friday 18th September. We aim to confirm acceptance by 2nd October, and all presenters MUST be registered for the conference by 16th October – or unfortunately their abstract will be withdrawn.
If you have queries regarding abstract submission please contact [email protected]
BARDES 2026 Novice Researcher Workshop
Professor Luke Dawson (Dean, University of Liverpool's School of Dentistry),
Professor Janice Ellis (Director of Education, Newcastle University’s School of Dental Sciences) and
Dr Clement Seeballuck (Clinical Lecturer in Paediatric Dentistry, University of Dundee’s School of Dentistry)
will be hosting a structured academic writing and presenting workshop specifically aimed at novice researchers.
The event has three main components:
Pre-event Abstract Submission
- Participants (novice researchers) will be asked to submit a structured abstract.
- Research does not need to have been completed, and the abstract may be based on a research proposal.
Workshop Session – 5th November 2026
Participants will receive feedback on their submitted abstract and support on how to develop their abstracts into effective research presentations
This may include:
- Refining key messages
- Structuring a short presentation
- Designing clear and impactful slides
- Communicating findings confidently and concisely
- Articulating research impact
The session is interactive. Panel members and facilitators will guide participants through the process step by step.
Presentation Delivery – 6th November 2026
- Participants will present the 5-minute presentations they have created to the BARDES conference.
Eligibility
To qualify as a Novice Researcher, participants should be predoctoral (including undergraduates) or new to Education Research, including those with a post-doctoral qualification in a different discipline. Participants must be registered for both days of the conference.
Provisional Program
| Day | Time | Session | Speaker(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 5 Nov 2026 |
09:00 | Registration | — |
| 09:30 | Welcome | — | |
| 09:45 | Belonging in Dentistry – what that means for patients |
Dr Susan Bisset Claire Hills-Wilson & Andrew McLeod Dr Simon Stone Miss Claire Newey |
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| 11:15 | Break | — | |
| 11:30 | Belonging in dentistry – undergraduate training |
Ms Sandy Alden Dr Rebecca Wassall Case study |
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| 13:00 | Networking Lunch | — | |
| 13:45 | 10-minute Oral Presentations | Various speakers | |
| 15:15 | Break / Optional walking tour | — | |
| 15:30–17:00 | Novice Research Workshop | Prof Luke Dawson, Prof Janice Ellis, Dr Clement Seeballuck | |
| Evening | Social | TBC | |
| Day 2 6 Nov 2026 |
09:00 | Registration | — |
| 09:30 | Novice Researcher 5-minute Presentations | Various speakers | |
| 10:45 | Update from Sponsors | — | |
| 11:15 | Break | — | |
| 11:30 | Belonging in dentistry – foundation training | Mr Paul Blaylock | |
| 12:00 | Belonging as a neurodivergent clinician | Miss Claire Newey | |
| 12:30 | Support and Fitness to Practise | Prof Luke Dawson | |
| 13:00 | Networking Lunch | — | |
| 13:45–16:30 |
Panel Discussion Workshops: Working towards an alliance for reasonable adjustments Janice Ellis Prize & Closing Remarks |
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Fees
| Category | 2 Days | 1 Day |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £215 | £135 |
| Postgraduate (Full-time) | £195 | £125 |
| Undergraduate | £175 | £115 |