We play a vital role in strengthening the NSW health and medical research ecosystem by applying robust measurement and evaluation methods to assess the impact of our programs. By tracking the implementation and effectiveness of initiatives, we ensure continuous improvement and gather valuable insights from research grants to inform future strategic decisions.
Evaluation Framework
Through systematic monitoring, reporting, and formal evaluation, we track the implementation and effectiveness of initiatives, enabling continuous improvement. These insights — drawn from research grants and program outcomes — inform strategic decisions, enhance transparency, and ensure that investments deliver value for patients, communities, and the health system.
Learn how we evaluate our programs with the Evaluation Framework.
Evaluations
This evaluation of the NSW Health Cardiovascular Research Capacity Program, undertaken by the Agency for Clinical Innovation, evaluates the first five years of this 10-year, $150 million research program. The Program was established in 2018 to drive scientific discovery, support the development of new treatments, develop researcher capacity and capability, and ultimately improve health outcomes for patients with cardiovascular disease.
This evaluation of the NSW Health Commercialisation Training Program is the first evaluation of a program of this type in Australia. The Program was established in 2014 and trains NSW entrepreneurs in the skills needed to turn research discoveries into successful products and companies
This evaluation of the NSW Health Early-Mid Career Grant Program, undertaken by the Hunter Medical Research Institute, describes the ongoing and far-reaching benefits of the Program. The Program was established in 2016 and supports researchers in the early years of their careers by providing funding for research, professional developments, and equipment.
The COVID-19 Research Outcomes Report 2024 builds on the impacts detailed in the earlier interim report and provides an update on progress to July 2023, documenting the outcomes and outputs of the Program. Due to how rapidly research was translated in the early days of the pandemic, the interim report should be read in conjunction with this final report to ensure full understanding of the overall impact of the Program.
The COVID-19 Research Program Impact Evaluation Report 2021 provides an update on progress and examines preliminary outcomes of the NSW Health COVID-19 Research Program as of 31 January 2021.