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A focus on excellence in health research

UC-HRI links researchers from diverse disciplines to tackle important issues in health.

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Australian Geospatial Health Lab

Australian Geospatial Health Lab

The University of Canberra has partnered with GIS global industry leader Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute) to create a hub for advanced spatial health research.

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About UC-HRI

Excellence in research is at the core of our vision for UC-HRI which brings together University-wide expertise in clinical sciences, public health, urban planning, and health services research across the continuum of 'whole of person health to whole of population' (Melodi Licht 2007).

The UC-HRI consolidates and showcases the University's health research strengths, building the scale, scope, sustainability and infrastructure necessary to support world-class health research and to take it to the world.

Key Research Areas

  • Health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan
  • Healthcare systems and health services research
  • Technology for improved health and well-being
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News

  1. UC-Esri

    Australian Geospatial Health Lab to map better health pathways for the population

    Combining geospatial and health data in innovative, ground-breaking new ways, the Lab’s ultimate goal is to support healthier lifestyles, prevent chronic illness and reduce unsustainable strain on the health system.

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  2. Community park

    UC researcher wins $4 million grant to keep Canberrans out of hospital

    Professor Rachel Davey, Director of the Health Research Institute at the University of Canberra, has won a prestigious Medical Research Future Fund grant for a project that aims to keep people out of hospital.

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  3. Research Results

    Research at UC 'well above world standard'

    The University of Canberra’s research disciplines deemed to be above and well-above world class has more than doubled in less than three years, according to a recent government assessment of research excellence.

    More on Research at UC 'well above world standard'

  4. Evolution of Canberra: Blessing or curse? UnCover event series launch

    Evolution of Canberra: blessing or curse? Join a panel of UC experts to uncover the pros and cons of Canberra's rapid rise. UnCover launch event, 28 March, 6.30pm

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Upcoming Research Events

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +11:00

Qualitative Research Practice in Health short course

Register for the Faculty of Health’s Qualitative Research Practice in Health short course to gain valuable insight into the stories and meaning behind the data in health research.

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Wed, 05 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +11:00

Qualitative Research Practice in Health short course

Register for the Faculty of Health’s Qualitative Research Practice in Health short course to gain valuable insight into the stories and meaning behind the data in health research.

Deepen your understanding... Event details Qualitative Research Practice in Health short course

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