Discovery And Translation Of Evidence For New Strategies To Combat Cardiovascular Diseases
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$17,802,750.00
Summary
The Program brings together clinicians, epidemiologists and statisticians in a unique endeavour combating heart attack and stroke as well as diabetes and kidney disease, all of which are closely related, through “hardening of the arteries”. The Program will provide fresh evidence on innovative strategies for treating and preventing these disorders, as well as strategies for translating them into more effective health policy and improved clinical practice.
The exposure of infants to adverse events both before and after birth can cause death or permanent disability (eg cerebral palsy) for the infant. Our primary research objective is to minimize the impact and improve outcomes for infants exposed to adverse events before and/or after birth. We will use a multi-disciplinary approach that aims to understand the science and to develop new treatments, thereby representing true “bench to bedside” research.
Creating Safe, Effective Systems Of Care: The Translational Challenge
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$10,855,710.00
Summary
There are considerable improvements to be made to the health system if we make a concerted effort to translate what we already know is effective into routine practice. This research will further our knowledge of how to translate evidence into practice more effectively and spread best practice throughout the health system.
Mental Health Of Young People With Developmental Disabilities
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$5,622,916.00
Summary
Mental health problems of people with developmental disabilities are a substantial public health problem. A large Australian study shows that the problem begins early and persists without intervention. We will evaluate the Stepping Stones Triple P model of parenting early intervention after adding newly developed modules for specific causes of ID. The effectiveness of the program across three states will be evaluated.