Research Organisations in the NT
Research conducted in the Northern Territory explores effective and efficient approaches to promoting the health of Territorians. This page provides a list of active research organisations in the NT and their research outputs.
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There are 13 active research organisations in the Northern Territory. See list below including publications, published research articles, current projects, annual reports and more.
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NT HEALTH NT Health Research and Publications Online, is an open access digital repository that showcases the research projects and output of researchers working for the Northern Territory Department of Health (NT Health), while also collecting and preserving publications and multimedia produced in an official capacity, that represent the department. This service is maintained by NT Health Library Services |
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AMSANT The Aboriginal Medical Health Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) is the peak body for Aboriginal controlled community health services in the NT and advocates for health equity and also supports high quality primary health care for Indigenous people. |
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Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute Central Australia Located in Alice Springs, the Baker Institute was founded in 2007 becoming the second health and medical research institute to be located in the Northern Territory and the first in Central Australia. It was established to help address the profound disadvantage experienced by Aboriginal people in central Australia and throughout the Northern Territory. This is done through scientific research which is rigorous, culturally appropriate and ethically sound. |
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CDU Research Outputs & Opportunities Charles Darwin University has access to a range of publications produced by researchers at the university. This also encompasses forming partnerships with business and government, including research training and educational providers. In addition, annual reports are available. |
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Central Australian Aboriginal Congress Incorporated For over 40 years Central Australian Aboriginal Congress (Congress) has provided support and advocacy for Aboriginal people. Congress has expanded to become the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the NT. Congress has a strong commitment to research at the strategic and operational level. It provides comprehensive and cultural appropriate health services for Aboriginal people living in or nearby Alice Springs. |
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Central Australia Academic Health Science Network CAAHSC was formally established in 2014 to promote collaboration between Aboriginal community controlled and government-run health services, universities and medical research institutes working to improve health outcomes for people living in central Australia and Barkly regions. |
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Centre for Remote Health The centre is a University Department of Rural Health (UDRH) and is located in Alice Springs, NT. It has brought tertiary education and research presence in the health field to Central Australia. It has an affiliation with JBI (Joanna Briggs Institute) based on evidence based practice. It has established a collaborative research network and had a comprehensive list of publications compiled by researchers. The primary aim is to support communities in research and the research process. |
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Flinders Research Outputs Administered by Flinders University Library, the FAC institutional repository showcases the research outputs of Flinders University staff. There a variety of research projects which are affiliated and linked to NT health. The aim is to be a centre for innovative health research, education and workforce development in the NT. This includes the NT regional training hub. |
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Hot North HOT NORTH promotes a number of activities that promote the improvement of health outcomes across the tropical north of Australia. The first three years of funding has provided for the establishment of 97 pilot/translation projects and funded individual fellowships, scholarships, and Indigenous Development and Training Awards for researchers and health professionals. The funded researchers have formed collaborations. |
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Lowitja Institute The institute is based on priorities identified by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It aims to produce high impact tools, resources and research which can have a positive impact on the future of Indigenous health. It fosters engagement between a variety of stakeholders including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, government, medical research and educational facilities. |
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Menzies School of Health Research Menzies works on the frontline of research partnering with more than 60 Indigenous communities across Northern Australia, including other areas of research. It provides a range of publications and areas of focus with a strong evidence base. |
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Spinifex Network The Rural Health and Medical Research Network – the Spinifex Network – is a consortium and coalition of more than 50 rural and regional health organisations across Australia. Spinifex works to improve the health of regional, rural and remote Australians by identifying detailed rural research priorities and measurable targets. |
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Tangentyere Council The Tangentyere Research Hub has Aboriginal researchers who both undertake research and provide training and assistance to Town Camp residents to be part of that research process, both in terms of setting its direction and in gathering research information. |
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