Qualitative research is a central approach in health and healthcare research. It provides in-depth insights into human experiences, attitudes, decision-making processes and the everyday reality of health and illness. It opens up space to understand the subjective perspectives of patients, relatives, professionals and other stakeholders in the healthcare system.

The research workshop of the Mixed-Methods Laboratory offers researchers who deal with health-related care topics using qualitative social research an interdisciplinary exchange. Researchers with concerns from mono-qualitative research approaches as well as qualitative strands in mixed-methods studies are welcome.

The central concern is the joint processing and interpretation of qualitative research. The focus is on in-depth examination of research questions, theories, ethical considerations and practical implementation in the field. The workshop accompanies the entire research process: from the development of the research design and the conception of survey instruments to the selection and reflection of evaluation approaches (especially reconstructive approaches) and the presentation and discussion of results.

The workshop promotes professional competences, collegial exchange and a critically reflective research culture. It is a place for mutual support, brainstorming and in-depth discussion.

Important: The research workshop is currently being reorganised and takes place as a closed group. It is expected to be opened to students and staff of School VI at the University of Oldenburg for WISE 2026.