{"id":6765,"date":"2017-05-26T04:27:31","date_gmt":"2017-05-26T04:27:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/rbwh\/uncategorized\/world-leading-brisbane-researchers-recognised-2.html\/"},"modified":"2017-07-25T09:51:43","modified_gmt":"2017-07-24T23:51:43","slug":"world-leading-brisbane-researchers-recognised","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/rbwh\/news\/world-leading-brisbane-researchers-recognised","title":{"rendered":"World-leading Brisbane researchers recognised"},"content":{"rendered":"

World-leading Brisbane researchers recognised<\/h1><\/h1><\/div>

An international expert in intensive care and antibiotics has taken out the top honour at the Metro North Hospital and Health Service 2017 Research Excellence Awards.<\/p>\n

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Professor Scott Bell, Dr Alka Kothari, Professor Jeff Lipman, Dr Jonathon Fanning.<\/p><\/div>\n

Professor Jeff Lipman was named Researcher of the Year for his extensive and innovative work in the field of antibiotic resistance and championing a culture of research excellence, while Dr Jonathon Fanning is this year\u2019s Rising Star for advancing understanding of the effects of cardiac procedures.<\/p>\n

Last night Australia\u2019s largest public health service celebrated its biggest and brightest stars at the forefront of cutting edge and world leading research.<\/p>\n

Metro North Hospital and Health Service Chief Executive Adj. Professor Ken Whelan said the Research Excellence Awards recognised achievements made by a range of researchers from across the diverse health service.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese prestigious awards are now in their second year and saw a significant increase in nominations highlighting our commitment to advancing healthcare through research,\u201d Adj. Professor Whelan said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe new Research Support category received twice the number of submissions than any other award, a sign that our researchers appreciate that research is a team effort and their work is valued.\u201d<\/p>\n

Executive Director of Research Professor Scott Bell said the awards attracted 74 high calibre nominations over seven categories from Discovery and Innovation to Health Services and Implementation Research.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe sheer volume of research happening across Metro North is impressive, from evidence-based practice at the bedside, to drug and device trials, through to end-to-end clinical research and knowledge translation,\u201d Professor Bell said.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur researchers are the epitome of what bringing ideas to life is all about. They are improving healthcare at all stages of the patient journey and making huge strides in their dedicated expertise. They are turning research outcomes into daily practice which is a challenge faced by both researchers and clinicians around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mr Whelan said the judges had a tough job but the winners of each field embodied excellence in their chosen area and are making a significant difference to the lives of patients and the wider community.<\/p>\n

2017 Research Excellence Award Winners include:<\/p>\n