CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF THE HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION
The HCF Research Foundation is Australia’s largest non-government funder of health services research, supporting real-world solutions to improve healthcare delivery, inform policy and benefit HCF members and all Australians.
Discover how we’ve been at the forefront of defining innovative, tangible solutions to the emerging health challenges in this country.
HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS
Expressions of interest for the Translational Research Grants scheme are now open.
The HCF Research Foundation Translational Research Grants (TRG) scheme is focused on responding to health issues identified within health care provider communities, and the translation of research findings into practice by health service delivery stakeholders. Through this scheme, the Foundation aims to facilitate the implementation of cost-effective evidence-based innovation into health care delivery to improve outcomes and the experience of patients, carers and health care workers.
Expressions of interest close 3 December 2025 (5pm AEDT).
HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH GRANTS
Expressions of interest for the Health Services Research Grants scheme are now closed.
The HCF Research Foundation funds research proposals that use and enhance current knowledge to improve healthcare outcomes, including the quality, efficiency, equity of and access to health services. Through the Health Services Research Grants scheme, the HCF Research Foundation aims to deliver better health outcomes and access to affordable, high-quality health care when and where it is needed.
2025 Australian General Practice Research Foundation HCF RESEARCH FOUNDATION RESEARCH GRANT
Expression of interest for the 2025 grant are now closed.
The HCF Research Foundation and Australian General Practice Research Foundation have established a research grant to fund research into health services issues of relevance to general practice. This grant has a health services research focus. The main goals of health services research are identifying the most effective ways to organise, manage, finance, and deliver high quality care; reducing medical errors; and improving patient safety. Research should lead to improved healthcare outcomes, including the quality, efficiency, equity of, and access to, health services.
About the foundation
Our history, mission and vision. Read a message from our Chair, as well as find out more about our Foundation Directors. You can also view our media releases, and download our annual Year in Review.
Research projects
Here you will find a list of exciting research projects currently underway.
Achievements
Learn more about our the successful research outcomes achieved by our independent researchers.
Applications
Everything you need to know about applying for a research grant through one of the Foundation’s funding schemes.
