Research

Together, we’re leading research innovations to transform the future of healthcare.

IHPME offers the largest graduate programs in health services research, clinical epidemiology, and healthcare research in Canada. Approximately $22 million in research grants flows through the Institute each year, supporting a broad range of research at the individual, organizational, and systems levels.

Research at IHPME

Researchers at IHPME are addressing some of the most pressing issues in healthcare to find answers that matter.

Research and Initiatives

IHPME is directly involved in the development, leadership, and sustainability of several ongoing research activities. Learn about ongoing initiatives, connect with faculty, or find inspiration for your thesis projects with our research directory.

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Helpful Resources

Need help with your Research?

IHPME has a liaison librarian who may be consulted for a range of services to support teaching and research:

Research consultations for faculty and graduate students
Curriculum related instruction
Course-customization of Quercus “Library Resource” pages
Tailored research guides for courses or programs
Collection requests and suggestions
Questions or suggestions about library and information technology services

Librarian Info

Our librarian’s name and contact information can be found under “Health Policy, Management, Evaluation, and Economics”:

Faculty liaison librarians

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April 30, 2025

Faculty / Research / Students

March 25, 2025

Faculty / Research / Students

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March 20, 2025

Awards / Faculty / Research

May
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May 21, 2025 from Noon-1pm (EDT)

Online Via Zoom

Partner & Affiliate Events

Promotional flyer for a two-part event titled "Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto." The flyer invites participants to join two sessions of talks and interactive activities aimed at engaging the local community in health equity research. Session 1: When: Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM Where: York Woods Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON Who: Community members and anyone interested in health equity research What: Keynote lectures and an opportunity to learn about local research projects during a networking reception Includes QR code to register for Session 1 Session 2: When: Friday, May 23, 2025, from 1:00–5:00 PM Where: Humber River Health, Wilson Site, Paul B. Helliwell Auditorium (Level 3), 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, ON Who: Healthcare professionals, researchers, and community members What: Presentations on local research initiatives and breakout sessions to establish local research priorities Includes QR code to register for Session 2 The flyer also notes that food and beverages will be provided, and parking is available at both venues. Contact email: nakbar@hrh.ca. Logos from CIHR, Humber River Health, and North Western Toronto OHT appear at the bottom, along with a welcoming note from Dr. Nadine Akbar and Fatah Awil on behalf of the planning committee. Background image shows a group of people participating in a roundtable discussion.

May 22–23

May 22-23, 2025

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

May
28

May 28, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:30pm (EDT)

The Faculty Club
41 Willcocks St, Toronto, ON M5S 3G3

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

Research

Research at IHPME

Research and Initiatives

Current Students Theses

Past Student Theses

Helpful Resources

Research Ethics

Services for Researchers

Centre for Research & Innovation Support

My Research System

Need help with your Research?

Librarian Info

Research News

Innovation in Action: Highlights from the 6th Health Systems AI Hackathon

IHPME Alumni and Faculty Drive Collaborative Effort to Tackle Inequities in Transgender and Gender Diverse Mental Health Care

CIHR-Funded Projects Featuring IHPME Researchers Drive Innovation in Global Health, Climate Justice, and Equitable Care

Upcoming Events

Sustainable Healthcare: Where Healthcare and Climate Change Intersect

Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto

DLSPH Dean’s Alumni Cocktail Reception