This conference has been CANCELLED. ESCMID/ASM Conference on Drug Development to Meet the Challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance is organized by European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID) and will be held from Sep 01 - 04, 2020 at Crowne Plaza Dublin - Blanchardstown, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Course Description: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) remains an existential threat to human health. Despite investment from public-private initiatives the development of new antimicrobials to meet the challenge of AMR remains extremely challenging. ESCMID is proud to host the 5th ASM-ESCMID Conference on Drug Development to Meet the Challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance, which will be held in Dublin. This increasingly popular meeting is well attended by academics, regulators and funding agencies/ bodies. The meeting is focussed on the challenges of developing new agents for AMR that stretches from medicinal chemistry right through to the collective efforts of the international community to produce new antibiotics. If you are in the business of discovering and developing new drugs, you cannot miss this meeting. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

3rd Global Bioprocessing, Bioanalytics and ATMP Manufacturing Congress is organized by Global Engage Ltd and will be held from Sep 07 - 08, 2020 at Castleknock Hotel, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Description: With more than 30 presentations given over two days, leaders in biopharmaceutical production explore the latest technologies and manufacturing strategies for next-generation biologics and advanced therapies. This meeting focuses on key challenges within the field, evaluating innovative solutions such as continuous bioprocessing, SUTs, data integrity, PAT and the implementation of industry 4.0, all of which aim to increase the efficiency and yield of therapeutic production whilst maintaining high-quality standards. Once again, this meeting features a track dedicated to the manufacturing of cell and gene therapies, exploring both the regulatory and manufacturing challenges of these complex products. How you will benefit: The 2020 speaker panel is assembled from leaders in biopharmaceutical production and will ensure that you walk away with an increased understanding of novel manufacturing techniques and technologies.  • Learn about biomanufacturing strategies to meet the needs of multiple modalities in biologics • Discover how high-performance simulation algorithms can optimise bioprocessing Operations • Understand what the regulatory expectations and challenges are • Explore how you can continue the evolution of vaccine development and manufacturing for the future. • Find out What new analytical technologies could be used to develop viral vector production • Create a CMO selection process and criteria for successful project implementation Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

A Life to Be Lived: An Update on Physiotherapy is organized by Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) and will be held on Sep 12, 2020 at Hermitage Medical Clinic, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Accreditation: • Contact Hours: 7 Event Description: A one day interactive workshop of lectures and practical sessions reviewing physiotherapy interventions with older people. • Update participants on neuro-muscular-skeletal aspects of the ageing body (with a focus on changes in gait and balance) of relevance to clinical practice with this population. • To review contemporary reearch evidnce about the benefits of physical activity, exercise for falls prevention, and recognition and management of frailty. • To consider commonly used assessment tools and outcome measurement Learning Objectives: By the end of the course, participants will be able to: • List common changes that occur in the ageing nervous, muscular and skeletal systems. • Discuss and consider the appropriateness of assessment tools, treatments and outcome measurement commonly used with their ageing patients. • Access research evidence about the benefits of physical activity, falls prevention and frailty to inform their clinical practise Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Strength And Neuromuscular Conditioning In Rehabilitation is organized by Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) and will be held from Sep 19 - 20, 2020 at Activate, Killarney, Munster, Ireland.  Accreditation: • Contact Hours: 12 Event Description: "All the best courses come to Dublin" UNTIL NOW!!! In the heart of beautiful Killarney. An evidence-based comprehensive course that introduces you to the fundamentals of strength and neuromuscular conditioning within rehabilitation settings and takes you right through to learning how harness contemporary scientific principles to optimise your outcomes with patients. Delivered by Dr Claire Minshull, one of the UK’s most highly respected rehabilitation specialists and founder of Get Back to Sport.  Who's it for? Physiotherapists, Sport Therapists, Chiropractors, Osteopaths & MSK rehabilitation professionals Applicable to upper & lower limb specialists Learning Objectives: Expand your rehabilitation toolbox of exercise prescription • Understand how to manipulate exercise programmes for different conditions and get better, faster results • Learn training techniques that can attenuate performance losses even when the limb is immobilised in a cast! • Learn the limitations of prescribing 3 sets of 10! • Understand why older patients should be performing heavy resistance training and how to do this The Course will also cover Components of neuromuscular function/ dysfunction •The emergency response: rapidly harnessing harmful joint forces • Understanding strength • Critical evaluation of the contemporary literature • Specificity, overload, progression; the principles of resistance training • Design of rehabilitation to optimise strength gains • Periodisation in rehab ] • Clinical exercise adaptation • Dose-response prescriptions for true muscle strengthening, AND muscle power

Academy of Dental Materials (ADM) 2020 Conference is organized by Academy of Dental Materials (ADM) and will be held from Sep 30 - Oct 03, 2020 at Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Posture & Balance As It Relates To Selective Control Of The Upper Limb is organized by Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists and will be held from Oct 10 - 11, 2020 at Hermitage Medical Clinic, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Accreditation: • Contact Hours: 11.25 Event Description: This course is for qualified therapists (Physiotherapists & Occupational Therapists) ‘Specifically aimed at those working with neurological conditions but may be of interest to those working in other areas Learning Objectives: By the end of this course the participant should be able to: • Understand the terms posture and balance as they relate to a ‘normal movement’ perspective. • Identify key aspects involved in maintaining the integrity of the upper limb in the early stages of recovery post CVA. • Relate the ability to control ‘selective’ movement of the upper limb to overall posture and balance. • Structure an assessment of the upper limb taking into account alignment, tone, patterns of movement, and relate this to potential for function. • Identify when an upper limb is/is not able to be facilitated and why. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

XIII European Urogynaecology Association (EUGA) Annual Congress is organized by Defoe Congresses / Defoe Congressi and will be held from Oct 22 - 24, 2020 at Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Description: The European Urogynaecology Association (EUGA) exists to facilitate the study and analysis of all aspects of urinary tract and pelvic floor dysfunction, promoting European-wide education and setting the standards in Urogynaecology.  EUGA is a non-profit European organisation founded to advance urogynaecology and support medical professionals practicing in this field. Through our Annual Congress, CME-accredited training courses and other Europe-wide professional networking opportunities, EUGA promotes the subspecialty of Urogynaecology throughout Europe. Our audit and accreditation programmes allow us to recognise and promote high standards and quality of urogynaecological training, with the ultimate goal of raising the bar and promoting consistency of practice across Europe. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

The Shoulder: Steps To Successful Treatment is organized by Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists (ISCP) and will be held from Oct 31 - Nov 01, 2020 at Mercy University Hospital, Cork, Munster, Ireland. Accreditation: • Contact Hours: 15 Event Description: This 2 day course will present a simple evidence-based approach to the management of shoulder pathology, which is immediately applicable in your clinical practice. It will consider current developments in the literature and how they inform the key factors contributing to successful outcomes. The specific rehabilitation approaches for: dynamic shoulder stability, kinetic chain control, shoulder stiffness, shoulder tendinopathy etc will be discussed and covered in the practical sessions. This is highly practical course, which will change your clinical practice. Learning Objectives: Aims • To present the current literature regarding dynamic stability of the shoulder complex and explore the application to clinical assessment and treatment. • To present the current literature regarding the pathophysiology of common shoulder conditions and describe the impact on the dynamic stabilisers. • To demonstrate key assessment tools to explore function of the dynamic stabilisers of the shoulder as a basis for treatment planning. • To demonstrate key treatment approaches based on the current evidence to address movement dysfunction in the shoulder complex Learning Outcomes: By the end of this intensive two day course the participant should: • Understand current concepts of dynamic stability of the shoulder joint. • Understand current theories relating to the pathophysiology of common shoulder conditions and their impact on dynamic stability of the shoulder joint. • Develop an awareness of current research regarding evidence based treatment of shoulder pathology. • Understand key assessment and treatment tools for the successful treatment of the shoulder joint. • Have the ability to clinically reason key treatment approaches in the management of common shoulder conditions based on movement dysfunction.

Complex Trauma Workshop Course is organized by The Learning Curve Institute and will be held from Nov 04, 2020 at Carmelite Community Centre, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Target Audience: Suitable for those working in psychology, psychotherapy or counselling. Learning points: 4 Description: This workshop will explore how developmental trauma may manifest in adult presentations and provide appropriate interventions to engage with complex trauma. This workshop is open to individuals and can also be delivered as in-house training to groups of employees. Programme Aims: The aim of the workshop is to assist practitioners in identifying signs and symptoms of complex trauma and how it has been appropriated by the adult personality. The workshop will also focus on the hidden aspects of trauma that nonetheless exert influence over the personality. Finally the workshop will address the key therapeutic issues involved in complex trauma such as trust, safety, avoidance, Shame and regression, together with the most effective therapeutic strategies for developing a specific therapeutic relationship tailored to the presentation of complex trauma. Learning Outcomes: It is hoped that participants will leave the workshop with: • An awareness of the dynamics of complex trauma • An ability to observe it’s often non-verbal and hidden qualities • An ability to navigate defences in relation to trauma • An ability to create an atmosphere of safety, promote trust and the specific conditions necessary for engaging with trauma  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Trauma Informed Practice Course is organized by The Learning Curve Institute and will be held from Nov 12 - 13, 2020 at Carmelite Community Centre, Dublin, Leinster, Ireland. Target Audience: Suitable for: Therapists and Counsellors (please note: this is not designed for experienced therapists) and those working in Social Care, Youth and Family Care, Nursing Practitioners, Addiction Services and Homeless Agencies. Learning points: 8 Description: The purpose of this training is to start a conversation about how trauma and adversity affects and has affected those who use the services we provide and the appropriate responses we can implement and offer; to reflect on how others’ trauma experiences may affect those of us providing services – vicarious trauma and; to examine how we, as professionals, volunteers and peer workers, can embrace a trauma informed approach, including self-care, within our practice. About the Course: This programme is designed to start a conversation about how trauma and adversity affects and has affected those we work with and the appropriate responses we can implement and offer; to reflect on how others’ trauma experiences may affect those of us providing services – vicarious trauma and; to examine how we, as professionals, volunteers and peer workers, can embrace a trauma informed approach, including self-care, within our practice. Learning Outcomes: • Increased understanding of trauma and vicarious trauma • An awareness of the approaches assisting how we might respond as trauma-informed practitioners - both in practical terms and in terms of encouraging agency responses - bearing in mind that trauma informed training requires a longer process than two days • Increased awareness of Trauma Informed Care & Trauma Informed Principles  • Greater awareness of the presence of trauma in participant's workplace • Better self-care awareness • Increased understanding of the relationship between trauma and addiction NOTE: The training will comply with Government regulations relating to Covid 19. Should regulations not permit face to face training, participants will have the option of taking part in this workshop remotely, via Zoom.