Connecting research, education and patient care
We bring together the best minds in healthcare, education and research for:
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Health and medical research
Research real world health care challenges
Innovation
Turn research findings into health care practices that work for patients
Training
Develop skilled professionals who can meet the evolving needs of our community
We use research, education and training to bridge the gap between science and real world solutions that get the best outcomes for patients.
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're a researcher, health professional, policymaker, or advocate, your contributions are vital to helping us shape a healthier future for everyone.
We’re working together to improve the health and wellbeing of people and communities on the Sunshine Coast and beyond.
We do that by offering:
- a research hub where academics and health professionals can collaborate
- a way to share knowledge and turn research into real life practice
- innovative learning environmentsto train our future and current health workforce
- access to our extensive health library, resources and dedicated event spaces.
Learn more about our research, our innovative education facilities and upcoming events. You can also read our latest news.

Strategic priorities
We have seven strategic priorities that guide the work we do.
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Embrace
creative approaches to workforce design.
Support
student led education and training that uses real world simulations and encourages active problem solving.
Promote
collaboration and learning between health disciplines.
Co-design
innovative models of care using health systems science.
Bring
scientific discoveries from the bench to the bedside through clinical practice.
Reorient
models of care to involve patients in the decision making process.
Maximise
digital capabilities to support health delivery.
Learn more about our priorities in our strategic plan 2024 to 2027 [PDF 319.25 KB].
Last updated: May 2026



