Building Capacity In Policy Relevant, Quantitative, Social Analysis And Research In Indigenous Health
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,449,933.00
Summary
This program aims to develop a critical mass of Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers who combine advanced quantitative skills with a keen understanding of the needs of policy makers. The program will develop researchers who are able to undertake the type of research and critical analysis that is necessary to improve the evidence base for Indigenous health and social
HERON: Using Population Health Data To Improve Health Services, Policy And Planning
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,500,000.00
Summary
This program aims to improve the use of population health data sets in supporting health care decisions and policy making. The team has formed the Health Evaluation Research and Outcomes Network (HERON) to bring together researchers with skills in the analysis and interpretation of these data and policy makers. The program will explore the use of these datasets in planning and evaluating cancer and perinatal services and in measuring equity of access to quality health care. The team will build s ....This program aims to improve the use of population health data sets in supporting health care decisions and policy making. The team has formed the Health Evaluation Research and Outcomes Network (HERON) to bring together researchers with skills in the analysis and interpretation of these data and policy makers. The program will explore the use of these datasets in planning and evaluating cancer and perinatal services and in measuring equity of access to quality health care. The team will build skills in undertaking research that is useful to policy makers and in the relevant statistical and epidemiological techniques.Read moreRead less