2025 RACGP Western Australia Research Grant

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Thank you for your interest in our RACGP Western Australia Research Grant, generously funded by RACGP's Western Australia faculty.

Grant details

Grant amount: One grant of up to $10,000 (excluding GST)

Funding period: 12 months

Focus area: Research by new and emerging GP researchers in Western Australia that can contribute to improved health and wellbeing of Western Australians.

Objectives: This grant aims to foster a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement within the general practice community in Western Australia, encouraging GPs to actively engage in research that addresses the evolving health needs of the region.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the RACGP Western Australia Research Grant, the principal investigator must be:

• a general practitioner or general practice registrar, AND
  an early career researcher, AND
  currently practicing in Western Australia.

For details on the definition of an early career researcher, please refer to the Information for Applicants handbook (page 6).

Selection criteria

Applications will be assessed against the following selection criteria:

• Scientific quality of the proposal and methodology (20%)
  The proposal should demonstrate strong scientific foundations, including a clear research question, robust methodology, and sound approach to data collection and analysis.
  
  
• Innovation and originality of the project (20%)
  The project should demonstrate originality in its approach, incorporating innovative ideas to address identified unmet needs or gaps in general practice research.
  
  
• Relevance and likelihood for translation and impact (20%)
  The proposal should align with the grant objectives and focus area and showcase potential for practical, meaningful outcomes that improve patient care and/or healthcare systems.
  
  
• Feasibility of the project (20%)
  The project must be realistic and achievable within the given timeline, budget, and resources, supported by a clear research plan and the necessary expertise and support to ensure successful completion.
  
  
• Contribution to building research capacity in general practice (20%)
  The project should enhance research capacity within general practice, whether through skill development, training, fostering collaborations, or expanding networks.

Applications open Monday, 12 May 2025 at 9:00am (AEST) and close on Friday, 20 June 2025 at 5:00pm (AEST).

For more information, please refer to the Information for Applicants handbook. For any inquiries, feel free to contact us at foundation@racgp.org.au.