Summer Student Symposium 2025
The Centre for Public Health hosted its annual Summer Student Symposium on Friday 25th July, providing a platform for summer students to present their research projects.
This event allowed colleagues to gain insights into the diverse areas of study undertaken at the Centre.
The symposium featured a series of presentations, highlighting the innovative work and dedication of the students. Attendees were impressed by the breadth and depth of the research topics covered, ranging from epidemiology to health policy.
A special congratulations goes to Anna Hughes and Marianne Toal, who were awarded for the best presentations of the day. Their outstanding work and engaging presentations stood out among the many impressive projects showcased.
The event was a testament to the hard work and talent of the summer students, and it provided a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange and professional development within the Centre for Public Health.
Symposium Presentations
Anna Blair - Understanding the malignant potential of indefinite for dysplasia and low-grade dysplasia in Barrett’s oesophagus: a population-based study
Kiera McQuaid - Bridging a Genetic Gap: Empowering Families Through Clear Communication
Mayuri Raje - 'Taxane-Induced Toxicities - A Descriptive Analysis using Real-World Data’
Josias Nyele - Examining the characteristics of cancer ‘super-survivors’ in NI.
Marianne Toal - Understanding the malignant potential of gastric metaplasia of the oesophagus: a population-based study.
Veda Murugaperumal - Developing a Case Study on the Barriers to Accessing Treatment by a Rare Disease Family in Northern Ireland.
Anhukrisha Karthikeyan - Real-World Use of Targeted Therapies and Immunotherapies for Cancer in Northern Ireland (2018–2019): A Retrospective Population-Based Study of Patterns and Patient Characteristics
Anna Hughes - ImPACT Stroke: Improving psychological wellbeing using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy among stroke survivors.
Asia Haraburda - Validation of eye health education messages for animation and voice drama in Tanzania
Aksh Sharma - Understanding the malignant potential of gastric metaplasia of the oesophagus: a population-based study.