The (RQSPAL) is an organization comprising over 300 academic and college researchers, students, healthcare and social services professionals, research personnel, decision-makers, and citizens from almost all regions of Quebec. Its goal is to enhance research capacity in palliative and end-of-life care (PEOL). RQSPAL is mandated to develop PEOL research by advancing knowledge and practices, as well as mobilizing knowledge.
The 76 regular members (researchers) of RQSPAL are distributed across 11 universities and one college throughout Quebec and affiliated with 16 distinct research centers. The regular members represent more than 17 different research domains and disciplines. Specifically, 46% of them conduct research in humanities and social sciences (e.g., social work, psychology, theology, anthropology, philosophy); 42% in health sciences (e.g., medicine, nursing, community and public health); and 12% in arts (music therapy, art therapy), economics, and law. Additionally, many regular members have professional experience in the healthcare and social services system, facilitating the alignment of population needs with research and the integration of research results at the clinical level. Overall, the representation of members ensures diversity in various types of research, following a holistic approach, and also promotes interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration. To learn more about RQSPAL:
The achievements, activities, research results, and impacts, as well as the expertise of RQSPAL members, are valued through various scientific and knowledge mobilization activities, offered in different formats (virtual, in-person), targeting diverse audiences at the provincial, national, and international levels. On average, RQSPAL organizes about 20 scientific activities per year and maintains a significant presence on social media. This digital visibility allows us to promote advances in research in the field of PEOL in Quebec. We encourage you to follow us on social media by searching: @RQSPAL.
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For the 2024 edition, the RQSPAL Scientific Day, scheduled for October 18, will offer a dynamic and balanced format of high-quality presentations lasting 30 minutes for regular researchers and 10 minutes for student members, focusing on their research projects conducted recently. The research themes of our members cover the inclusive spectrum of palliative and end-of-life care for people of all ages diagnosed with life-limiting conditions. It also addresses all individuals surrounding these people, with topics such as grief, spiritual care, caregiving, medical assistance in dying, the experiences of healthcare and social services professionals, pediatric palliative care, etc. Our members are interested in a multitude of methodologies, and fascinating research results will be presented.
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We invite you to join us in large numbers at our Scientific Day on October 18, 2024, as part of the , and encourage you to participate in the entire event! We will also have an exhibition booth; come and visit us! Looking forward to meeting you in person!
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