Research
Research and Development Framework 2023-2028
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (The PHN) is committed to supporting translational research that aligns to our key priorities to achieve better health outcomes in our region.
The PHN has a research framework with the key aim to build our research capability and strengthen our research partnerships within the region and embed a research culture within our organisation.
Partnering with the PHN
The Primary Health Network partners with key research institutions and universities within our region to focus on research that will make the greatest impact locally. The types of research support offered by the PHN are as follows:
- Letter of support
- Provision and collation of data
- PHN staff subject matter experts to provide direct input into research
- Research networking and promotion
- Collaborative grant application support
- Research facilitation support
How to request PHN involvement in your research
Completion of the Research Proposal Request Application Form will generate an assessment process against set criteria considering the relevance, quality, governance, and feasibility of the proposed research project opportunity. To ensure a prompt response to submissions please ensure questions are answered thoroughly covering all topics under inclusions.
We will endeavour to respond to all submissions within four (4) weeks. If you require an urgent response please indicate your deadline in additional information in this form and we will do the upmost to accommodate the request.
For any questions in regard to the application process please contact the PHN by email to researchPHN@thephn.com.au
Research Publication Library
First Nations Health and Wellness
Research publications on First Nations Health and Wellness involving the PHN
Older Persons Health
Research publications on the health of Older Persons involving the PHN
Research Opportunities
The Primary Health Network receives frequent requests from researchers to promote participation in various research projects focused on issues including:
- experiences and views of health services and programs
- the design and implementation of healthcare interventions
- the diagnosis and management of health conditions
- the development of strategies and resources to support clinical decision making and behaviour change
The following current research projects are seeking the participation of healthcare providers and/or community members. Information is provided for reference only. The PHN is not involved in these research activities and participants should contact the research bodies directly with any questions or concerns.
July 15 2024
Direct access colonoscopy survey
The Agency for Clinical Innovation and the Cancer Institute NSW want to hear from General Practitioners about their experiences of referring patients for colonoscopy. The survey will take less than 10 minutes. Consent is implied by completion of the survey and all responses are anonymous.
July 11 2024
Research Opportunity: The Lighthouse Program - Evaluating the effectiveness of a stakeholder-informed online training program for parents, carers and supporters of 10–13-year-olds with unmet mental health needs in rural, regional and remote settings
This research will evaluate the reach and effectiveness of an education program for parents, carers, and supporters of children (aged 10-13 years) residing in rural, regional, and remote communities during the critical wait period for a specialist mental health service.
July 03 2024
Research Opportunity: Physical activity and youth mental health: Co-designing resources with General Practitioners
This study aims to codesign physical activity for mental health resources to assist GPs in prescribing physical activity.
July 01 2024
Research Opportunity: Understanding Health Consumers' Needs during Climate Events
Macquarie University is conducting research to design a climate-ready health system and prepare communities to stay safe and healthy when climate crises strike.
June 24 2024
Research Opportunity: Why (not) rural practice?
This qualitative research, uses semi-structured interviews with Current, Previous or Potential rural GPs or GP-in-training to understand how job characteristics [agreements, responsibilities, rewards) influence choice of rural practice, focusing on experiences and perspectives of the doctor and the interplay between the characteristics, different rural contexts.
June 17 2024
Research Opportunity: Minimising Oral Corticosteroid Use in Asthma using Treatable Traits (The TTOCS Study)
This study is looking at whether a personalised approach to asthma called ‘Treatable Traits’ reduces the need to take corticosteroid tablets.
June 11 2024
Research Opportunity: Brain enhancement study (BES): Can optimising biochemical parameters (targets) via participation in a multi-modal lifestyle-based intervention improve cognition in amnestic MCI
Dementia ranks among the top causes of death for both men and women in Australia. This study aims to see if a personalised lifestyle intervention can alter the course of Dementia in participants.
June 03 2024
Research Opportunity: Insights on pharmacist-administered vaccinations
This research aims to investigate the facilitators and barriers to pharmacist administered vaccination services from the perspective of the Australian pharmacist.
May 27 2024
Research Opportunity: Understanding the Diagnosis And treatment of Secondary Hypertension (U-DASH)
The Understanding the Diagnosis And Treatment of Secondary Hypertension (U-DASH) project which aims to understand what barriers and enablers clinicians face when diagnosing and treating secondary hypertension.
May 16 2024
Research Opportunity: Patients Needed to Help Improve Understanding of Diabetes and Depression
A research team from the University of New England are working on a project that will review all published medical evidence that describes the psychological treatment of depression in persons who also have diabetes mellitus.
Want to know more?
Email the PHN research team. We are here to support you.