Research Strategy 2014-2020 – Aims & Objectives
In alignment with RCSI’s strategic roadmap 2013-2017 and current national research funding strategies, RCSI’s strategic research plan 2014-2020 is aimed at bringing RCSI research closer to applications for the benefit of patients, the healthcare system and populations. To achieve this, RCSI has set a number of strategic objectives:
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To strengthen institutional links with clinical organisations.
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To promote the engagement of clinicians in collaborative translational research and training initiatives.
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To build capacity in multidisciplinary biomedical research.
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To place increased focus on applied research and knowledge transfer.
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To strengthen existing, and develop new, collaborative links with industry.
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To strengthen health systems and population health research and further embed its role as a national policy and practice source of evidence and expertise.
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To deliver enhanced research training and career development opportunities for researchers that are aligned to the research strategy and RCSI’s strategic roadmap 2013-2017.
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To promote and support research that enhances the quality of RCSI’s health science and surgical education.
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To introduce an enhanced research support and management structure that can deliver the strategic plan with a coherent and effective approach.
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To deliver and disseminate impactful research.