HCF researchfoundation

The HCF Research Foundation (the Foundation) is a charitable trust which was set up to encourage research and enquiry into the provision, administration and delivery of health services in Australia for the benefit of HCF contributors and the Australian public generally.

HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH GRANTS

Expression of interest for the Health Services Research Grants scheme has now closed.

The HCF Research Foundation funds research proposals that use and enhance current knowledge to improve healthcare outcomes, including the quality, efficiency, equity of and access to health services. Through the Health Services Research Grants scheme, the HCF Research Foundation aims to deliver better health outcomes and access to affordable, high-quality health care when and where it is needed.

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HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS

Expression of interest for the Translational Research Grants scheme has now closed.

The HCF Research Foundation Translational Research Grants (TRG) scheme is focused on responding to health issues identified within health care provider communities, and the translation of research findings into practice by health service delivery stakeholders. Through this scheme, the Foundation aims to facilitate the implementation of successful health services research into practice, in order to deliver better patient outcomes and more cost-effective health service delivery. Please read our guidelines for more information.

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2024 RACGP FOUNDATION HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION RESEARCH GRANT

Expression of interest for the 2024 RACGP Foundation/HCF Research Foundation Grant has now closed. 

The HCF Research Foundation and the RACGP Foundation have established a research grant to fund research into health services issues of relevance to general practice.  This grant has a health services research focus. The main goals of health services research are identifying the most effective ways to organise, manage, finance, and deliver high quality care; reducing medical errors; and improving patient safety. Research should lead to improved healthcare outcomes, including the quality, efficiency, equity of, and access to, health services.

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About the foundation

Our history, mission and vision. Read a message from our Chair, as well as find out more about our Foundation Directors. You can also view our media releases, and download our annual Year in Review.

Research projects

Here you will find a list of exciting research projects currently underway.

Achievements

Learn more about our the successful research outcomes achieved by our independent researchers. 

Applications

Everything you need to know about applying for a research grant through one of the Foundation’s funding schemes.

How to contact us