This presentation provides insight on community-based research and its impact on policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
Transferring the purchasing role from international to national organizations...valéry ridde
Presentation of Isidore Sieleunou realised for an organised session on Application and challenges to the use of mixed methods in health systems research, held at HSR 2016, the Fourth Global Symposium on Health Systems Research, Vancouver, 14-18 november 2016.
The document discusses community services reform in Victoria and identifies several challenges faced in previous reform attempts, including issues of trust, funding not matching rhetoric, and discontinuity of policy. It proposes a place-based approach to child and family services planning centered around outcomes-focused funding packages for vulnerable families organized at the local level through collaborative governance between government and community organizations.
Governance, assessment and incentives in the research and innovation funding ...MEYS, MŠMT in Czech
The document discusses three paradigms in research and innovation funding: a "hands-off" approach to basic science; a shift in the 1960s to tune science to societal needs; and a focus since 2000 on addressing "grand challenges." It also examines principles of good governance for national innovation systems, including distributed intelligence, subsidiarity, and balancing different funding elements. Case studies of the Czech Republic, UK, and Norway systems show that performance-based funding systems can incentivize behavior change but also risk gaming, unintended effects, and undermining interdisciplinary work unless carefully designed.
The executive director provided an update to the board of governors on PCORI activities since their last meeting. Recent activities included regional workshops for patient engagement, funding 126 research awards across the US, developing a national research network, and publishing papers on PCORI's work. The director also reviewed PCORI's progress on meeting legislative mandates and provided an update on additions to the executive director's office, including new staff. Finally, he discussed PCORI's strategic planning process and priorities for 2013, including developing a framework to evaluate their work, disseminating research findings, and establishing an advisory panel structure.
Slides from NHS Citizen Research Workshop convened on the 7th of April 2015 at the University of Westminster to discuss the Research Hub, a brand new element of the NHS Citizen design intended to support wider research and knowledge sharing.
The aim of the workshop was to explore possible research questions and projects and this presentation introduces what NHS Citizen research might look like in its different forms.
This document discusses fostering research for policy and practitioners through cohort and longitudinal studies. It provides an overview of CIFF's mission and strategic priority areas. CIFF seeks transformational impact through a systematic approach across sectors like education, nutrition, health, and climate change. CIFF currently has a portfolio of 57 investments totaling $560 million spread across innovation, pilot programs, delivery at scale, and systems change. The document discusses challenges in achieving scale and uptake of research findings, and how CIFF is approaching these challenges through clear theories of change, cost evaluations, communication of evidence, and partnerships.
A presentation by Rachel Hinton as part of the Cohort Research for Programme and Policy panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
Transferring the purchasing role from international to national organizations...valéry ridde
Presentation of Isidore Sieleunou realised for an organised session on Application and challenges to the use of mixed methods in health systems research, held at HSR 2016, the Fourth Global Symposium on Health Systems Research, Vancouver, 14-18 november 2016.
The document discusses community services reform in Victoria and identifies several challenges faced in previous reform attempts, including issues of trust, funding not matching rhetoric, and discontinuity of policy. It proposes a place-based approach to child and family services planning centered around outcomes-focused funding packages for vulnerable families organized at the local level through collaborative governance between government and community organizations.
Governance, assessment and incentives in the research and innovation funding ...MEYS, MŠMT in Czech
The document discusses three paradigms in research and innovation funding: a "hands-off" approach to basic science; a shift in the 1960s to tune science to societal needs; and a focus since 2000 on addressing "grand challenges." It also examines principles of good governance for national innovation systems, including distributed intelligence, subsidiarity, and balancing different funding elements. Case studies of the Czech Republic, UK, and Norway systems show that performance-based funding systems can incentivize behavior change but also risk gaming, unintended effects, and undermining interdisciplinary work unless carefully designed.
The executive director provided an update to the board of governors on PCORI activities since their last meeting. Recent activities included regional workshops for patient engagement, funding 126 research awards across the US, developing a national research network, and publishing papers on PCORI's work. The director also reviewed PCORI's progress on meeting legislative mandates and provided an update on additions to the executive director's office, including new staff. Finally, he discussed PCORI's strategic planning process and priorities for 2013, including developing a framework to evaluate their work, disseminating research findings, and establishing an advisory panel structure.
Slides from NHS Citizen Research Workshop convened on the 7th of April 2015 at the University of Westminster to discuss the Research Hub, a brand new element of the NHS Citizen design intended to support wider research and knowledge sharing.
The aim of the workshop was to explore possible research questions and projects and this presentation introduces what NHS Citizen research might look like in its different forms.
This document discusses fostering research for policy and practitioners through cohort and longitudinal studies. It provides an overview of CIFF's mission and strategic priority areas. CIFF seeks transformational impact through a systematic approach across sectors like education, nutrition, health, and climate change. CIFF currently has a portfolio of 57 investments totaling $560 million spread across innovation, pilot programs, delivery at scale, and systems change. The document discusses challenges in achieving scale and uptake of research findings, and how CIFF is approaching these challenges through clear theories of change, cost evaluations, communication of evidence, and partnerships.
A presentation by Rachel Hinton as part of the Cohort Research for Programme and Policy panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
This document describes an action research process used by the Active Citizens' Development Network (ACDN) in Sri Lanka to engage communities in research. ACDN worked with the Center for Poverty Analysis (CEPA) to collaboratively formulate research questions, have communities gather and analyze data, and ensure research quality. The process included organizing existing community data, storytelling workshops to construct narratives for preliminary analysis, and validating findings through additional data and discussions. The value of this approach was that it enabled communities to generate knowledge to address their own problems, demystified research, democratized knowledge production, and blurred roles between researchers and communities.
Using research findings to inform policy and practice: the approach taken in ...Mike Blamires
The Adoption Research Initiative (ARI) was established to use research findings to inform adoption policy and practice in the UK. The ARI includes 7 large studies on topics like permanency planning and adoption support. Stakeholders from policy, practice, and service users have been engaged throughout the research process. Barriers to using research include lack of time, relevance, and skills to critically evaluate findings. The ARI aims to overcome these barriers through dissemination strategies like briefing papers, training, and conferences. Early research from the ARI on adoption costs has already informed policy discussions, and more impact will be evaluated over time.
The document summarizes an event discussing two projects aimed at improving the transparency and efficiency of higher education data collection in England. Project A will map the current regulatory system, while Project B ("Information Landscape") will review current data collection and identify opportunities to reduce duplication and burden. The projects aim to align data needs with a new regulatory framework, make information more open and useful, and engage stakeholders in developing principles and potential solutions.
1) The Boyle McCauley Health Centre in Edmonton started with a small research position coordinating a longitudinal study and has expanded to conducting various research and evaluation projects to gather data for strategic planning, program implementation, and funding applications.
2) One project involved redesigning evaluation protocols for the Pathways to Housing Edmonton program, which included input from clients.
3) An analysis of electronic medical record data from the health centre identified the top 20 problems clients seek help with, such as finding employment, housing supports, and dealing with medication management.
Discussion of research uptake and impact activities and reflections from our work on unsafe abortions in Zambia: ESRC DFID Poverty Alleviation ConferenceTuesday 9 September 2014
The document summarizes the refresh of the High Impact Change Model (HICM) for managing transfers of care. Key points include: feedback from over 550 professionals supported the model; the model was refreshed to better focus on the individual and home first policy; and nine changes were outlined with the addition of a new change on housing and related services. The refresh was informed by literature reviews and COVID-19 learning.
#Expo14NHS:Commissioning for outcomes: Equality and health inequalities at th...Jessica Barlow
Health and Care Innovation Expo: Pop up university. Day 1: Commissioning for Outcomes: Equality and Health Inequalities at the Heart of Project Planning.
Angela N Mkandla, Fiona Pearson, Permjeet Dhoot, Sharon Benford & Hayley Haycock.
#Expo14NHS
A presentation by Respichius Mitti as part of the Practicalities of Cohort and Longitudinal Research panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
Relationship-based knowledge mobilization: systems-based KMb and consideratio...KBHN KT
The field of Knowledge Translation (KT) needs to consider the importance of risk perception as a key barrier for uptake of research findings. This presentation outlines several domains for risk perception identified as a result of case study/grounded theory methodology research on the restart of two nuclear generating stations in Ontario, Canada. Generalizable results for the field of KT, KMb are presented.
Dr Richard Smith of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine introduces the joint LSHTM, LIDC and IDS event entitled 'Synthesising evidence across health and development' held at Woburn House on 19 September 2012.
Seeing it from the other side reflections on a knowledge transfer placementMerlien Institute
The document summarizes Natalie Armstrong's experience on a knowledge transfer placement with the UK Cabinet Office's Strategy Unit. Some key points:
- The placement aimed to promote knowledge sharing between academics and policy organizations. Armstrong worked on projects related to health policy reform.
- The Strategy Unit employed around 45 people from various backgrounds to provide strategic policy advice, especially on cross-cutting issues. They emphasized a project-based approach to developing evidence-based strategies.
- Armstrong's projects included reforming minor ailment treatment in the NHS and developing a vision for maternity care. She learned about how policy is made and how academic research fits within other sources of evidence used in policymaking.
Interpreting the evidence on impacts of programmes targeting adolescents
by Sonya Krutikova (Institute for Fiscal Studies, EDePo)
Young Lives International Conference - Adolescence, Youth and Gender: Building Knowledge for Change,
University of Oxford
8 and 9 September 2016
This presentation was part of a group discussion based workshop we will hosted at the ESRC DFID Poverty Alleviation Conference in London on 9 September 2014
Impact Evaluation for Policy Making Learning about Rigorous Methods to Inform...thinktankinitiative
This document provides an agenda for a session on impact evaluations (IEs) at a think tank conference in Istanbul. The objectives are to raise awareness of IEs among think tanks, share resources for IE work, and learn what capacity think tanks want to develop. The session will include presentations on designing and implementing policy-relevant IEs, as well as a discussion of think tanks' interests in IE capacity development to inform future strategy. Presenters will discuss IE methodology and promoting uptake of findings, with discussants providing comments. The goal is to help think tanks produce high-quality evidence to inform policymaking through rigorous impact evaluations.
Making a difference: How can we demonstrate the impact of learning technology...Jane65
This document provides an overview of how different funders like ESRC and HEFCE define and conceptualize research "impact" and how learning technology research can demonstrate impact. Impact broadly means research having a transformative and beneficial effect beyond academia. It discusses separating the impact of e-learning from e-learning research impact and examples of impact the e-learning research community and the author personally can claim. It also facilitates debate on how well positioned UK learning technology research is to meet impact challenges.
The document discusses the RAPID Outcome Mapping Approach for influencing policy change. It provides an overview of the typical policy process and different approaches for influencing policy, such as through cooperation, evidence-based advocacy, or activism. It then outlines the six steps of the RAPID Outcome Mapping Approach: 1) start by defining policy objectives, 2) use tools like the AIIM matrix to map actors and influence, 3) conduct a force field analysis to assess positive and negative forces, 4) create a SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, 5) identify appropriate strategies like developing networks or conducting research, and 6) monitor and evaluate progress using tools like outcome mapping.
The document summarizes the evolution of science and technology policies in China and outlines reforms and strategies for the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). It discusses how China has shifted to an innovation-driven development model and established a new national innovation system. It then outlines NSFC's role in supporting basic research and innovation in China. Finally, it summarizes key aspects of NSFC's 13th Five-Year Development Plan, including focusing funding on priority areas, fostering scientific talent, strengthening international cooperation, and linking research more closely to social and economic development.
Delivering on the Promise: Using Community-Based Research to Influence Public...Wellesley Institute
This presentation provides insights on how to use community-based research to influence public policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
Maximizing Research's Policy Impact: Engaging with Policy MakersWellesley Institute
This presentation provides insights on how to engage with policy makers.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This presentation offer critical insight on health promotion and how it can effectively impact policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This presentation offers critical insight on the social determinants of health and public policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
Realizing the Potential of Health Equity Impact AssessmentWellesley Institute
This presentations offers critical insight into the potential of an health equity impact assessment.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This document describes an action research process used by the Active Citizens' Development Network (ACDN) in Sri Lanka to engage communities in research. ACDN worked with the Center for Poverty Analysis (CEPA) to collaboratively formulate research questions, have communities gather and analyze data, and ensure research quality. The process included organizing existing community data, storytelling workshops to construct narratives for preliminary analysis, and validating findings through additional data and discussions. The value of this approach was that it enabled communities to generate knowledge to address their own problems, demystified research, democratized knowledge production, and blurred roles between researchers and communities.
Using research findings to inform policy and practice: the approach taken in ...Mike Blamires
The Adoption Research Initiative (ARI) was established to use research findings to inform adoption policy and practice in the UK. The ARI includes 7 large studies on topics like permanency planning and adoption support. Stakeholders from policy, practice, and service users have been engaged throughout the research process. Barriers to using research include lack of time, relevance, and skills to critically evaluate findings. The ARI aims to overcome these barriers through dissemination strategies like briefing papers, training, and conferences. Early research from the ARI on adoption costs has already informed policy discussions, and more impact will be evaluated over time.
The document summarizes an event discussing two projects aimed at improving the transparency and efficiency of higher education data collection in England. Project A will map the current regulatory system, while Project B ("Information Landscape") will review current data collection and identify opportunities to reduce duplication and burden. The projects aim to align data needs with a new regulatory framework, make information more open and useful, and engage stakeholders in developing principles and potential solutions.
1) The Boyle McCauley Health Centre in Edmonton started with a small research position coordinating a longitudinal study and has expanded to conducting various research and evaluation projects to gather data for strategic planning, program implementation, and funding applications.
2) One project involved redesigning evaluation protocols for the Pathways to Housing Edmonton program, which included input from clients.
3) An analysis of electronic medical record data from the health centre identified the top 20 problems clients seek help with, such as finding employment, housing supports, and dealing with medication management.
Discussion of research uptake and impact activities and reflections from our work on unsafe abortions in Zambia: ESRC DFID Poverty Alleviation ConferenceTuesday 9 September 2014
The document summarizes the refresh of the High Impact Change Model (HICM) for managing transfers of care. Key points include: feedback from over 550 professionals supported the model; the model was refreshed to better focus on the individual and home first policy; and nine changes were outlined with the addition of a new change on housing and related services. The refresh was informed by literature reviews and COVID-19 learning.
#Expo14NHS:Commissioning for outcomes: Equality and health inequalities at th...Jessica Barlow
Health and Care Innovation Expo: Pop up university. Day 1: Commissioning for Outcomes: Equality and Health Inequalities at the Heart of Project Planning.
Angela N Mkandla, Fiona Pearson, Permjeet Dhoot, Sharon Benford & Hayley Haycock.
#Expo14NHS
A presentation by Respichius Mitti as part of the Practicalities of Cohort and Longitudinal Research panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
Relationship-based knowledge mobilization: systems-based KMb and consideratio...KBHN KT
The field of Knowledge Translation (KT) needs to consider the importance of risk perception as a key barrier for uptake of research findings. This presentation outlines several domains for risk perception identified as a result of case study/grounded theory methodology research on the restart of two nuclear generating stations in Ontario, Canada. Generalizable results for the field of KT, KMb are presented.
Dr Richard Smith of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine introduces the joint LSHTM, LIDC and IDS event entitled 'Synthesising evidence across health and development' held at Woburn House on 19 September 2012.
Seeing it from the other side reflections on a knowledge transfer placementMerlien Institute
The document summarizes Natalie Armstrong's experience on a knowledge transfer placement with the UK Cabinet Office's Strategy Unit. Some key points:
- The placement aimed to promote knowledge sharing between academics and policy organizations. Armstrong worked on projects related to health policy reform.
- The Strategy Unit employed around 45 people from various backgrounds to provide strategic policy advice, especially on cross-cutting issues. They emphasized a project-based approach to developing evidence-based strategies.
- Armstrong's projects included reforming minor ailment treatment in the NHS and developing a vision for maternity care. She learned about how policy is made and how academic research fits within other sources of evidence used in policymaking.
Interpreting the evidence on impacts of programmes targeting adolescents
by Sonya Krutikova (Institute for Fiscal Studies, EDePo)
Young Lives International Conference - Adolescence, Youth and Gender: Building Knowledge for Change,
University of Oxford
8 and 9 September 2016
This presentation was part of a group discussion based workshop we will hosted at the ESRC DFID Poverty Alleviation Conference in London on 9 September 2014
Impact Evaluation for Policy Making Learning about Rigorous Methods to Inform...thinktankinitiative
This document provides an agenda for a session on impact evaluations (IEs) at a think tank conference in Istanbul. The objectives are to raise awareness of IEs among think tanks, share resources for IE work, and learn what capacity think tanks want to develop. The session will include presentations on designing and implementing policy-relevant IEs, as well as a discussion of think tanks' interests in IE capacity development to inform future strategy. Presenters will discuss IE methodology and promoting uptake of findings, with discussants providing comments. The goal is to help think tanks produce high-quality evidence to inform policymaking through rigorous impact evaluations.
Making a difference: How can we demonstrate the impact of learning technology...Jane65
This document provides an overview of how different funders like ESRC and HEFCE define and conceptualize research "impact" and how learning technology research can demonstrate impact. Impact broadly means research having a transformative and beneficial effect beyond academia. It discusses separating the impact of e-learning from e-learning research impact and examples of impact the e-learning research community and the author personally can claim. It also facilitates debate on how well positioned UK learning technology research is to meet impact challenges.
The document discusses the RAPID Outcome Mapping Approach for influencing policy change. It provides an overview of the typical policy process and different approaches for influencing policy, such as through cooperation, evidence-based advocacy, or activism. It then outlines the six steps of the RAPID Outcome Mapping Approach: 1) start by defining policy objectives, 2) use tools like the AIIM matrix to map actors and influence, 3) conduct a force field analysis to assess positive and negative forces, 4) create a SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, 5) identify appropriate strategies like developing networks or conducting research, and 6) monitor and evaluate progress using tools like outcome mapping.
The document summarizes the evolution of science and technology policies in China and outlines reforms and strategies for the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). It discusses how China has shifted to an innovation-driven development model and established a new national innovation system. It then outlines NSFC's role in supporting basic research and innovation in China. Finally, it summarizes key aspects of NSFC's 13th Five-Year Development Plan, including focusing funding on priority areas, fostering scientific talent, strengthening international cooperation, and linking research more closely to social and economic development.
Delivering on the Promise: Using Community-Based Research to Influence Public...Wellesley Institute
This presentation provides insights on how to use community-based research to influence public policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
Maximizing Research's Policy Impact: Engaging with Policy MakersWellesley Institute
This presentation provides insights on how to engage with policy makers.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This presentation offer critical insight on health promotion and how it can effectively impact policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This presentation offers critical insight on the social determinants of health and public policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
Realizing the Potential of Health Equity Impact AssessmentWellesley Institute
This presentations offers critical insight into the potential of an health equity impact assessment.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
This presentation offers critical insight on the potential of LHINs.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
The failure of researchers to link evidence to policy and practice produces evidence that no one uses, impedes innovation, and leads to mediocre or even detrimental development policies. To help improve the definition, design, and implementation of policy research, researchers should adopt a strategic outcome-oriented approach.
This presentation examines the ways in which health promotion can impact policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
Follow us on twitter @wellesleyWI
The document outlines how the Wellesley Institute supports research and policy analysis to drive social change and reduce health inequities. It discusses:
- Applying a range of research methodologies, from community-based to quantitative.
- Translating research into policy impact by identifying policy implications and options based on findings.
- The complexity of social determinants of health and how factors like income, education, employment, housing and social supports interact and cumulatively impact individual and community health.
- The need to understand the policy process and environment to effectively influence policy and maximize the impact of research.
1) The document discusses the introduction of Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) in Ontario and their potential impact on HIV/AIDS care.
2) LHINs will control regional health funds and planning but certain areas like physicians and drugs are outside their mandate.
3) While HIV funding comes from the Ministry, LHINs could help coordinate services and integrate HIV/AIDS into regional planning through linkages with community planners and providers.
Community Engagement: Effective and Equitable Health PlanningWellesley Institute
This presentation provides critical insight on equitable health planning.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Health Equity Impact Assessment: A Tool for Driving Equity Into Action May 18...guest9b4551b
Bob Gardner attended a presentation at Mt Sinai Hospital on May 18, 2010. The presentation focused on using health equity impact assessments to address health disparities in Ontario. The assessment is a planning tool that evaluates how programs and policies may impact different populations. It helps ensure equity factors are considered in health planning. The presentation provided an example of using the tool to examine potential inequities in surgical re-admission rates between populations.
Health Equity into Action: Building on Partnerships and CollaborationsWellesley Institute
This presentation offers insight on how to put health equity into action by building on partnerships and collaborations.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Health Equity into Policy Action: A Policy Conversation at MOHLTCWellesley Institute
This presentation provides critical insights on how to transform health equity into policy action.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Open Educational Resources & Open Policy: Case StudiesBoyoung Chae
Everyone talks about OER Policy, but what does it mean? What do OER policies look like in practice? How do they impact OER initiatives? How does our government and our world perceive Open policy?
SBCTC invites you on a journey, one where you will explore different paths, each one reflecting on these questions through interviews with experts in various areas of OER.
These interviews are woven into a series of multimedia presentations on Open Education policy strategy, implementation, and vision.
A Health Equity Toolkit: Towards Health Care Solutions For AllWellesley Institute
This presentation offers health solutions that will help create a more equitable system.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Community Driven Planning, Priority Setting and GovernanceWellesley Institute
This presentation provides critical insight on community planning and governance.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Drawing Out Links: Health Equity, Social Determinants of Health and Social Po...Wellesley Institute
This presentation provides insight on health equity, social determinants of health and social policy.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
Steve Barnes, Policy Analyst
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Policy process presn-12feb13- rebecca hanlin [compatibility mode]The Scinnovent Centre
Presentation by Dr. Rebecca Hanlin of The Open University UK, on getting knowledge into policy, during the training on The Art of Influencing Policy Change: tools and strategies for researcher, held by The Scinnovent Centre on 12th -14th February 2013 in Nairobi
Planning and Conducting Advocacy at National and Subnational LevelsCORE Group
Fall Global Health Practitioner Conference 2017
Planning and Conducting Advocacy at National and Subnational Levels
Kavita Sethuraman, Annie Toro, & Danielle Heilberg
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1) Racialized women face significant barriers to accessing breast cancer screening programs resulting in later diagnoses and lower survival rates compared to non-racialized women.
2) Racialized Ontarians experience higher unemployment rates and earnings gaps compared to non-racialized Ontarians, highlighting the need for improved data on racial disparities in the labour market.
3) Unregulated rooming houses in Toronto suburbs have become an important source of affordable housing for vulnerable groups but often lack adequate health and safety protections for tenants.
This presentation suggests that housing and homelessness are not just concerns for the city centre. It looks at how housing insecurity is deep and persisting; how poor housing effects people, communities, the economy and government; the diminishing federal investments in housing; and our lack of a comprehensive national plan.
Michael Shapcott, Director of Housing and Innovation
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This presentation examines social housing and housing needs in Toronto and Canada.
Michael Shapcott, Director of Housing and Innovation
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Ending Homelessness in Kingston and Across Canada: What's the Plan?Wellesley Institute
This presentation examines the steps necessary to end homelessness in Kingston and Canada.
Michael Shapcott, Director of Housing and Innovation
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This document summarizes a presentation by Michael Shapcott from the Wellesley Institute on the relationship between health and housing. It discusses how housing insecurity and poverty have negative health impacts, but also how good housing can promote health. It notes that federal housing investments in Canada have been declining, leading to a loss of over 130,000 affordable housing units. The document calls for increased and sustained federal investments in affordable housing to improve health outcomes and reduce social costs.
Getting to Yes: Overcoming Barriers to Affordable Family-friendly Housing in ...Wellesley Institute
This presentation examines the barriers that inhibit many people from accessing affordable and family-friendly housing in inner Melbourne, Australia.
Carolyn Whitzman, Professor of Urban Planning
The University of Melbourne
This presentation examines the link between quality cancer care and equity.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Acting on Social Determinants and Health Equity: An Equity Toolkit for Public...Wellesley Institute
This presentation examines the relationship between the social determinants of health and health equity.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Acting on Social Determinants and Health Equity: Opportunities and Promising ...Wellesley Institute
This presentation looks at the opportunities and practices that establish an effective public health system.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
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This presentation examines the ways in which local action can achieve health equity.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
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State of homelessness infographic.
Stephen Gaetz, Jesse Donaldson, Tim Richter, & Tanya Gulliver (2013): The State of Homelessness in Canada 2013. Toronto: Canadian Homelessness Research Network Press.
This presentation looks at which indicators point to deep and persistent housing insecurity and homelessness and the opportunities for social change.
Michael Shapcott, Director of Housing and Innovation
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Housing Insecurity and Homelessness: What Should Be Done?Wellesley Institute
This document discusses housing insecurity and homelessness in Canada. It makes four key observations: 1) Housing insecurity and homelessness are deep and persistent problems, 2) They are costly to both individuals and society, 3) Federal investments in housing and homelessness programs have been eroding, and 4) Canada lacks a comprehensive national plan to address these issues. The document advocates for developing new policies and tools to solve the problems in a holistic way.
This presentation introduces complexity and systems thinking, and how they relate to the social determinants of health.
Aziza Mahamoud, Research Associate, Systems Science and Population Health
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Health Equity for Immigrants and Refugees: Driving Policy ActionWellesley Institute
This presentation discusses health equity for immigrants and refugees.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
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Housing and Cities as Human Rights: Dialogues between Latin America and CanadaWellesley Institute
The document summarizes a presentation given by Lorena Zárate on housing and cities as human rights through dialogues between Latin America and Canada. It discusses the work of Habitat International Coalition, an NGO network working on human habitat issues in over 125 countries. It also describes the Mexico City Charter for the Right to the City, a document signed in 2010 that establishes principles for democratic management and production of urban space with a focus on social justice, sustainability, and collective rights.
This presentation provides facts about legalized gaming in Canada and situates these facts within the larger discussion on the negative impacts of Casinos on our health.
Jim Cosgrave, Professor of Sociology
Trent University
This presentation looks at the negative health impacts of a Casino in Toronto.
Dr. David McKeown, Toronto's Medical Officer of Health
Toronto Public Health
Building Inclusive Cities: Planning Tools that promote the Right to the CityWellesley Institute
This presentation looks at the ways in which cities can be inclusive and examines interesting projects happening around the globe.
Carolyn Whitzman, Professor of Urban Planning
University of Melbourne
Person-Centred Care, Equity and Other Building Blocks For Excellent Care For AllWellesley Institute
This presentation examines the building blocks for excellent care.
Bob Gardner, Director of Policy
www.wellesleyinstitute.com
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Travel vaccination in Manchester offers comprehensive immunization services for individuals planning international trips. Expert healthcare providers administer vaccines tailored to your destination, ensuring you stay protected against various diseases. Conveniently located clinics and flexible appointment options make it easy to get the necessary shots before your journey. Stay healthy and travel with confidence by getting vaccinated in Manchester. Visit us: www.nxhealthcare.co.uk
Pictorial and detailed description of patellar instability with sign and symptoms and how to diagnose , what investigations you should go with and how to approach with treatment options . I have presented this slide in my 2nd year junior residency in orthopedics at LLRM medical college Meerut and got good reviews for it
After getting it read you will definitely understand the topic.
PGx Analysis in VarSeq: A User’s PerspectiveGolden Helix
Since our release of the PGx capabilities in VarSeq, we’ve had a few months to gather some insights from various use cases. Some users approach PGx workflows by means of array genotyping or what seems to be a growing trend of adding the star allele calling to the existing NGS pipeline for whole genome data. Luckily, both approaches are supported with the VarSeq software platform. The genotyping method being used will also dictate what the scope of the tertiary analysis will be. For example, are your PGx reports a standalone pipeline or would your lab’s goal be to handle a dual-purpose workflow and report on PGx + Diagnostic findings.
The purpose of this webcast is to:
Discuss and demonstrate the approaches with array and NGS genotyping methods for star allele calling to prep for downstream analysis.
Following genotyping, explore alternative tertiary workflow concepts in VarSeq to handle PGx reporting.
Moreover, we will include insights users will need to consider when validating their PGx workflow for all possible star alleles and options you have for automating your PGx analysis for large number of samples. Please join us for a session dedicated to the application of star allele genotyping and subsequent PGx workflows in our VarSeq software.
Breast cancer: Post menopausal endocrine therapyDr. Sumit KUMAR
Breast cancer in postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive (HR+) status is a common and complex condition that necessitates a multifaceted approach to management. HR+ breast cancer means that the cancer cells grow in response to hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. This subtype is prevalent among postmenopausal women and typically exhibits a more indolent course compared to other forms of breast cancer, which allows for a variety of treatment options.
Diagnosis and Staging
The diagnosis of HR+ breast cancer begins with clinical evaluation, imaging, and biopsy. Imaging modalities such as mammography, ultrasound, and MRI help in assessing the extent of the disease. Histopathological examination and immunohistochemical staining of the biopsy sample confirm the diagnosis and hormone receptor status by identifying the presence of estrogen receptors (ER) and progesterone receptors (PR) on the tumor cells.
Staging involves determining the size of the tumor (T), the involvement of regional lymph nodes (N), and the presence of distant metastasis (M). The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) staging system is commonly used. Accurate staging is critical as it guides treatment decisions.
Treatment Options
Endocrine Therapy
Endocrine therapy is the cornerstone of treatment for HR+ breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The primary goal is to reduce the levels of estrogen or block its effects on cancer cells. Commonly used agents include:
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs): Tamoxifen is a SERM that binds to estrogen receptors, blocking estrogen from stimulating breast cancer cells. It is effective but may have side effects such as increased risk of endometrial cancer and thromboembolic events.
Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs): These drugs, including anastrozole, letrozole, and exemestane, lower estrogen levels by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which converts androgens to estrogen in peripheral tissues. AIs are generally preferred in postmenopausal women due to their efficacy and safety profile compared to tamoxifen.
Selective Estrogen Receptor Downregulators (SERDs): Fulvestrant is a SERD that degrades estrogen receptors and is used in cases where resistance to other endocrine therapies develops.
Combination Therapies
Combining endocrine therapy with other treatments enhances efficacy. Examples include:
Endocrine Therapy with CDK4/6 Inhibitors: Palbociclib, ribociclib, and abemaciclib are CDK4/6 inhibitors that, when combined with endocrine therapy, significantly improve progression-free survival in advanced HR+ breast cancer.
Endocrine Therapy with mTOR Inhibitors: Everolimus, an mTOR inhibitor, can be added to endocrine therapy for patients who have developed resistance to aromatase inhibitors.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is generally reserved for patients with high-risk features, such as large tumor size, high-grade histology, or extensive lymph node involvement. Regimens often include anthracyclines and taxanes.
5-hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT or Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that serves a range of roles in the human body. It is sometimes referred to as the happy chemical since it promotes overall well-being and happiness.
It is mostly found in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets.
5-HT is utilised to transport messages between nerve cells, is known to be involved in smooth muscle contraction, and adds to overall well-being and pleasure, among other benefits. 5-HT regulates the body's sleep-wake cycles and internal clock by acting as a precursor to melatonin.
It is hypothesised to regulate hunger, emotions, motor, cognitive, and autonomic processes.
STUDIES IN SUPPORT OF SPECIAL POPULATIONS: GERIATRICS E7shruti jagirdar
Unit 4: MRA 103T Regulatory affairs
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- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/Pt1nA32sdHQ
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
“Psychiatry and the Humanities”: An Innovative Course at the University of Mo...Université de Montréal
“Psychiatry and the Humanities”: An Innovative Course at the University of Montreal Expanding the medical model to embrace the humanities. Link: https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/-psychiatry-and-the-humanities-an-innovative-course-at-the-university-of-montreal