On the 8th June 2023, the Drugs Research Network Scotland (DRNS) will be hosting this event showcasing research which has been supported by the network through its current funding phase. The session will focus on knowledge exchange and provide opportunity for academic researchers, practitioners and clinicians, third sector representatives, and people with living/lived experience to hear from researchers across the field working on a range of research projects as well as to come together and network. Confirmed presentations include:

What is good care for parents who use drugs and their families?: Results from a relational ethnography. Anne Whittaker, University of Stirling
A mixed-methods evaluation of peer-to-peer naloxone training and supply in Scotland. Matt Smith, Glasgow Caledonian University
A systems approach to exploring syndemic health and social condition clustering among individuals who experience a drug-related death. Rosie Seaman, University of Glasgow
Mortality among individuals prescribed opioid-agonist therapy in Scotland, 2011-2020: a national retrospective cohort study. Andrew McAuley, Glasgow Caledonian University
Evaluating the training, carriage and administration of naloxone in Police Scotland. Peter Hillen, Edinburgh Napier University
Ambulance call-outs to drug overdoses in Scotland: Patterns and practice. Jim Lewesy, University of Glasgow & Allison Ford, University of Stirling

The DRNS core team will also provide an overview of network activity from over the last three years. This event is free of charge and a lunch will be provided for attendees. Spaces are limited, and only those registered to attend will gain access on the day. We ask that you only register if you can guarantee your attendance (aside from last minute emergencies) to allow the team to manage catering numbers and avoid wastage.

Team DRNS look forward to seeing you in June!

Drugs Research Network Scotland - End of Phase Showcase Event