Policy Research Programme
Research into the cost-effectiveness of interventions for the control of
healthcare associated infections (closing date - 22 March 2005)
The Department of Health wishes to encourage a range of research in the
area of the control of infection, with a particular emphasis at this time
on the control of MRSA. Up to £1 million has been earmarked for research
in this area, as part of a package of research being developed in response
to the report 'Winning Ways'. The present evidence-base for infection
control is poor and questions about the relative importance and
cost-effectiveness of interventions for control of infection remain
unanswered. We have identified a number of example areas where further
evidence is required (see attached research specification). This is not
exhaustive and proposals in other areas are welcome.
We are seeking to fund a programme of research within a coordinated
framework of activity and are now calling for expressions of interest from
any group who wish to contribute to this programme. This might be, for
example, from research consortia with a focus on specific scientific
questions or from institutions willing to participate in research
activities more generally. Those interested should submit a brief outline
of the proposed contribution, potential collaboration involved, resources
required from the Department of Health, and with a brief rationale in
support of your case for funding.
Expressions of interest (not to exceed 4 pages) should be sent to
prpweb@dh.gsi.gov.uk. A signed hard copy should also be sent to HCAI
Research, Room 401A, Research and Development Division, Department of
Health, Skipton House, 80 London Road, London SE1 6LH. Both electronic and
hard copy must be received by 2pm on Tuesday 22 March 2005.
Expressions of interest will then be considered in the light of their
potential to contribute to the coordinated research programme.
Click the link below to download the specification document
