SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre
The SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre is a joint venture from ACT Health and the University of Canberra supporting the development of a research culture in ACT public health services.
SYNERGY works with Canberra nurses and midwives to:
- encourage engagement and collaboration
- achieve regular outputs in key focus areas
- enhance collaboration with key stakeholders
- establish international links with other centres
- develop a strong and successful cohort of higher degree research students.
Vision
To become a nationally and internationally recognised centre of excellence in research. To contribute to the quality, articulation and recognition of the nursing and midwifery professions and the translation of research findings into practice, education and policy.
Key areas of research focus
SYNERGY prioritises the following five areas of health research:
- mental health nursing and psychosocial wellbeing
- midwifery-centred care
- health workforce, education and quality outcomes
- gerontological nursing and care of the older person
- cancer and oncology.
These areas are based on research outcomes, research income and higher degree student enrolments and capacity. They are also based on the status and reputations of the researchers working in those areas.
Internship and scholarship programs
SYNERGY supports nurses and midwives through professional development programs and research grants.
Read more about internships and scholarships.
SYNERGY forums
SYNERGY hosts regular forums to help healthcare practitioners develop skills, knowledge and research capability.
Find more information about forums and showcases.
Annual reports
- SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre 2022-23 Annual Report
- SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre 2021-22 Annual Report
- SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre 2020-21 Annual Report
- SYNERGY Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre 2017 Annual Report
Clinical Chairs and staff
- ACT Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer
- Professor Deborah Davis, Clinical Chair in Midwifery
- Professor Kasia Bail, Clinical Chair in Aged Care
- Professor Michael Roche, Clinical Chair in Mental Health
- ACT Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office Administration Team - Synergy@act.gov.au
Office address
SYNERGY is at Level 2, Building 8, Canberra Hospital.
For more information email synergy@act.gov.au