Strengthening Public Health Research in Wales

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Public Health Wales and Higher Education Institutions Unite to Drive Innovation, Funding, and Workforce Development in Applied Public Health Research

Wales stands at a pivotal point in shaping the future of public health. Collaboration across sectors is essential to effectively tackle complex population health challenges. Public Health Wales (PHW), in coordination with all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the country, has set out an ambitious framework to advance Applied Public Health Research (APHR). This cohesive, strategic approach is built upon Wales’ existing strengths and aims to enhance research capacity, funding success, and real-world impact.

Developing a Vision and Strategy

At the heart of this initiative is the development of a unified APHR strategy, jointly led by PHW and Welsh HEIs. This strategy will clearly define core values, establish short- and long-term goals, and lay out actionable steps that align research with public health priorities. Drawing on Wales’ robust research infrastructure and collaborative culture, the strategy seeks to build a more coherent, inclusive, and impactful research landscape.

This alignment will not only improve the quality and coordination of research but will also help institutions more effectively respond to current and future public health needs, particularly across underserved and vulnerable communities.

Focusing on Wales’ Strategic Strengths

The framework proposes identifying priority areas for research that strike a balance between innovation and practical application. Whether addressing climate-related health risks, socioeconomic inequality, or chronic disease prevention, the strategy emphasises cross-sectoral collaboration between Welsh HEIs, health and care organisations, and global partners.

By harnessing the power of Wales’ existing research assets—combined with meaningful stakeholder engagement—this strategy will maximise Wales’ research potential, positioning the country as a leader in evidence-based public health innovation.

Enhancing Funding and Partnerships

A major cornerstone of the plan is to expand relationships with national and international funders. Strategic partnership-building will help unlock funding streams tailored to Wales’ unique public health challenges. The goal is to strengthen institutional research capacity, making HEIs and public bodies more competitive in grant applications and attractive for long-term investment.

Moreover, the development of a well-resourced APHR infrastructure will support a resilient and agile research environment, capable of adapting to emerging health threats and policy shifts.

Supporting the Next Generation of Public Health Researchers

A sustainable public health system relies on a talented, supported, and diverse research workforce. The strategy calls for the creation of clear career pathways, enhanced research training programmes, and increased opportunities for secondments and joint posts between PHW, HEIs, and other stakeholders.

This investment in people aims to nurture future leaders who are not only technically proficient but also equipped with the interdisciplinary skills and cultural understanding necessary to drive public health transformation in Wales and beyond.

Contribution from Disabled Entrepreneur UK

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By aligning lived experience, academic expertise, and practical evidence, Disabled Entrepreneur UK contributes to building a more inclusive, informed, and forward-thinking public health research ecosystem.

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Resources

• Unified strategy needed to drive Public Health Research collaboration in Wales – Public Health Wales
• Applied Public Health Research – WRHA Professionals
• Public Health Wales | GOV.WALES
• Immunisation and Vaccines – Public Health Wales
• LMRMC Creative Solutions for Market Research Projects
• Microsoft Word – HEW Action points – HE FE Partnerships case studies.doc
• HEPCW | Higher Education Purchasing Consortium, Wales

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