Events & training

Twins Research Australia hosts conferences, training and events for researchers as well as twins, families and the broader multiple-birth community.

RESEARCHERS

TRA regularly offers and promotes twin workshops, conferences and resources for researchers to build their expertise in twin research methods and to encourage collaborations. Subscribe to our Researcher eNews to be advised of forthcoming professional opportunities.

We also provide a free series of online training modules featuring statistical tools and explanations for researchers to expand their skills into twin studies. View the modules here

TWINS, FAMILIES & PUBLIC EVENTS

We hold social events, public forums and media events from time to time to which twins and their families are invited to attend. Keep in touch with forthcoming events via our Member eNews, Facebook and Instagram 

Current events

There are no current events.

Past events

Explore TRA’s past workshops, conferences and events here. 

National agenda-setting workshop: Driving better health outcomes for multiple-birth families (December 2019)

Full day event  : 5th December 2019. 9am – 4.30pm.
Twins Research Australia, University of Melbourne
Click here to view a copy of the program

Geospatial Workshop (October 2019)

Half-day event : 16th October 2019. 9am – 12.30pm.
University of Melbourne
Click here to view a copy of the program

Introduction to Statistical Analysis of Data from Twins – Melbourne (October 2019)

2-day event : 16th & 17th October 2019. 9am – 4.30pm each day.
University of Melbourne
Click here to view a copy of the program

Twins Statistical Methodology & Analysis Sydney (June 2019)

2 day event: 5th & 6th of June 2019. 9am – 4:30pm each day.
University of Sydney
Click here to view a copy of the program

Twins Statistical Methodology and Analysis – Perth Workshop (June 2018)

2 day event: 20th & 21st of June from 9am – 4:30pm each day
University of Western Australia
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Twins Statistical Methodology and Analysis – Sydney Workshop (November 2017)

29 November 2017, 9am – 5pm
University of Sydney
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Twins and Multiples Community Forum (October 2017)

13 October 2017, 12noon-5pm
University of Melbourne
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Twin Statistical Methodology and Analysis (September 2017)

26 September 2017, 9am–5pm
University of Melbourne

SBS Insight Twins Special (November 2016)

Hosted by Jenny Brockie, the SBS Insight program features unique twin experiences and the latest findings from twin research. It showcases the many amazing discoveries being made through twin research and how this research makes a difference to all of our lives.
TRA researchers – from educational psychologists to cancer researchers and epigeneticists – explain how similarities and differences between twins tell us much about the impact of genetics and the environment on areas as diverse as our health, sexuality, intellect and behaviour. The twins themselves, many of whom are TRA members, provide fascinating insights into how their special bond impacts their own lives.

To view some of the research findings presented please click on the SBS on Demand links below:

TRA Seminar and Workshop Program – Sydney (16 October 2016)

Why and How Twin Studies are Valuable for Your Research
Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney

TRA Seminar and Workshop Program – Melbourne (13 September 2016)

Why and How Twin Studies are Valuable for Your Research
Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne

Double the Power of Your Research with Twin Studies (16 June 2016)

Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne

Twins Research Node Launch (29 October 2015)

Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney

Healthier Kids Conference: Insights from Twin Research (4 December 2014)

Ella Latham Theatre, Royal Children’s Hospital