Central Coast Local Health District supports research and innovation through funding opportunities, events and regular updates that showcase research activity across the region.
Events
Central Coast Local Health District Research and Innovation Symposium
The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) Research and Innovation Symposium is an annual event delivered in partnership with the Central Coast Research Institute (CCRI) and the University of Newcastle.
The symposium provides an opportunity for staff and partners to share research and quality improvement projects, build capacity and strengthen research networks across the Central Coast.
2027 Research & Innovation Symposium
The 2027 Research and Innovation Symposium will be held on 11-12 February 2027.
The title for this Symposium is “Better health for everyone: research driving change” and the themes will be aligned with the Central Coast Health Strategic Priorities.
Our keynote speakers will be Professor Michelle Kennedy – Proud Wiradjuri Woman and Research Fellow, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle and Professor Brett Mitchell AM – Professor of Nursing and Health Services Research, Avondale University; Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Monash University; and CCLHD Honorary Conjoint Scholar.
This event is being hosted in partnership with The University of Newcastle and the Central Coast Research & Innovation Centre (CCRI) and will be held in the Central Coast Clinical School and Research Institute Building, on the Gosford Hospital campus.
The Symposium is open to all Central Coast Health and University of Newcastle staff and our partners and is freeto attend. It offers a fantastic opportunity to learn about the research taking place locally and within the wider Central Coast community, as well as for collaboration and networking.
For all enquiries and details about abstract submission, please contact the Central Coast Health research office on 4320 2085 or CCLHD-ResearchSymposium@health.nsw.gov.au
Grants
Caring for our future research grants
The Caring for our future research grants support Central Coast Health staff and students to undertake research projects that deliver long-term benefits to the Central Coast community and patients.
These grants are designed to support:
- Early or pilot-stage research
- Generation of preliminary data
- Projects seeking to attract larger competitive funding in the future.
Projects funded through this scheme contribute to innovation in care delivery, population health and clinical practice across Central Coast Health. Information about current and upcoming internal grant rounds is distributed via internal channels and the research office.
Funded research highlights
Central Coast Health funded research has supported a diverse range of projects across clinical services, population health and community-based care. Outcomes of funded projects are shared through publications, presentations and Central Coast Health research events. Recent projects have focussed on:
- Improving models of care and the use of telehealth.
- Providing culturally aware mental health screening for Aboriginal women and families.
- Enhancing wound care services and patient outcomes.
- Supporting health system resilience during disasters and extreme weather events.
- Improving care pathways for chronic and neurological conditions.
Donations
Donations support research and innovation activities across CCLHD and help advance projects that improve patient care and health outcomes. You can find out more about supporting research through donations at the link below.
DonationsExternal funding opportunities
Researchers are encouraged to explore external grant schemes to support research at Central Coast Health – the research office can assist with aligning proposals with our priorities and provide advice on funding pathways.
Transitional Research Grants Scheme – Office for Health and Medical Research
Office for Health and Medical Research (OHMR)
Funding opportunities – National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)
