2026 QBIC Symposium: Beyond Silos - The New Ecosystem of Brain Injury Care
Queensland's brain injury research community is evolving – and this symposium is where you'll see how. Whether you're advancing science in the lab, delivering care at the bedside, developing new technologies, drafting health policy or navigating life after brain injury, you'll find your people here. This year's theme is Beyond Silos - The New Ecosystem of Brain Injury Care
Date: Thursday, 15 October 2026
Time: 8:00am-5:30pm AEST (8:00am arrival for breakfast; 9:00am formal start; networking 4:30pm-5:30pm)
Venue: Translational Research Institute (TRI), 37 Kent Street, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
**This event offers virtual attendance options for remote participants across Queensland and Australia
Cost: Free - Catering provided
What to expect?
- Cutting-edge research
From stroke and TBI to concussion and long-term rehabilitation—hear directly from the researchers leading QBIC's research portfolios and discover what's emerging in Queensland's labs and clinics.
- The data behind TBI recovery
Live case studies following a patient journey across the continuum of care, followed by a Q&A.
- Innovation in action
See how QBIC's seed funding is turning ideas into impact through rapid-fire project showcases. Plus, explore the technologies and partnerships bridging the gap between research discovery and clinical practice across our state.
- Ecosystem Pitch Blitz
The Pitch Blitz is back! This is a live competition with a $5,000 seed grant to be won through an audience vote.
Who should attend?
- Researchers and academics exploring translational pathways and collaborative opportunities.
- Clinicians and allied health professionals seeking the latest evidence and clinical innovations.
- Industry and technology partners interested in brain injury research translation.
- People with lived experience and carers wanting to understand the research landscape and contribute insights.
- Health service leaders and policymakers focused on improving brain injury outcomes statewide.
Connect and collaborate with a community dedicated to translating science into solutions that reach every Queenslander affected by brain injury.
Contact QLD Brain Injury Collaborative (QBIC)
qbic@uq.edu.au | (07) 3346 1463
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