Feel confident with research

Feel confident with research!  Asclepius Group helps medical students and junior doctors get to grips with research whilst also expanding your knowledge. Turn papers into plain-English summaries with our AI search, learn the practical skills in our "How to" guides, and join a community that's figuring it out together. We run networking events every few months so make sure to sign up to stay in the loop!  

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Events

Our events are designed to make research, medicine, and innovation feel more accessible. We host relaxed networking evenings that bring together medical students, junior doctors, researchers, clinicians, and MedTech founders to share ideas, opportunities, and experiences. Whether you are looking for collaborators, research projects, career advice, or simply want to meet like-minded people interested in building in medicine, our events are designed to help create genuine connections in a welcoming environment.

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How to

New to research or not sure where to start? Head to the How to section for step-by-step guides on finding projects, reading and presenting papers, emailing consultants and generating research ideas. It’s designed for medical students and junior doctors who want practical, no-nonsense help building their research portfolio

How to Find Research Papers

Learn where to search, which filters to use, and how to quickly spot high-quality, clinically relevant studies on any topic.

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How to Review Research Papers

Step-by-step guidance on reading a paper like a reviewer – from understanding methods and stats to judging bias, strengths and limitations.

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How to Generate Research Ideas

Turn everyday clinical questions into researchable projects, with simple frameworks to find gaps in the literature and shape them into clear proposals.

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How to Email a Consultant

Write clear, professional emails that actually get replies. Learn how to find the right consultant, structure your message, and ask to get involved in a project without sounding pushy.

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How to Present Research Ideas

Pitch your idea with confidence. Simple frameworks for structuring a clear, persuasive presentation — from framing the clinical problem to making your proposal land with supervisors and colleagues.

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