Course Overview:
This short course offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of Mendelian Randomisation (MR) analysis. MR is a powerful methodology within genetic epidemiology, enabling causal inference from observational data. The course will cover core concepts, analytical methods, and the interpretation of MR findings.

Course Structure:
The course combines pre-recorded video lectures with live interactive Zoom sessions, primarily focused on theoretical aspects. Participants will also receive practical exercises to reinforce their learning through hands-on analysis.

Target Audience:
This course is intended for individuals with a basic understanding of epidemiological research and foundational knowledge of genetic epidemiology. Prior experience with R for statistical analysis is essential to fully benefit from the course content.

Date
28 -29 May 2026

Registration closes May 20  2026, at 17:00

Location
Via zoom

Registration fee:

• £150 External students
• £80 Imperial staff
• £20 Imperial MSc students

Enquiries:

Please contact Abbas Dehghan (a.dehghan@imperial.ac.uk).

Neonatal Update 2026 is an in-person meeting held at BMA House in central London. The lectures will be recorded but the meeting will not be streamed live.

For those unable to attend the meeting in person, recordings of the lectures can be purchased independently and will be available to view approximately two weeks after the meeting has taken place for a period of 3 months. Those viewing the recorded lectures are eligible for CPD points and Certificates will be issued at end March 2027.

(N.B. All in person delegate registration fees include a full set of recorded lectures from all 4 days of the meeting).

Dates

23-26 November 2026

Fees

Early Bird registration discounts are available until 10 July 2026. The prices shown on the registration form will automatically have the Early Bird discount applied.

From 11 July 2026 the registration will revert to the standard rates which are as follows:

 (Recordings are available approximately two weeks after the meeting has taken place.) 

Ticket Pricing:

Early Bird - Prior to 10 July 2026

Standard Rate - From 11 July 2026

(available approximately two weeks after the meeting has taken place).

Location

Neonatal Update 2026 is an in-person meeting held at BMA House in central London.  
BMA House
Tavistock Square
London
WC1H 9JP
https://bmahouse.org.uk/contact/

Contact

Neonatal Update Secretariat:
Georgina Holmes / Clodagh Keogh
Neonatal Update 2026 Event Manager
neonatal.update@imperial.ac.uk 
Tel: +44 7747 866 638

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations of purchased delegate places must be issued in writing to Georgina Holmes, neonatal.update@imperial.ac.uk 

3-6 months prior: Cancellations received between 31 May and 31 August 2026 will receive a 75% refund 

1-3 months prior: Cancellations received between 01 September and 31 October 2026 will receive a 50% refund

1 month prior: Cancellations received after 01 November cannot be refunded