Our emerging thought leaders are passionate about driving change and taking on current challenges to improve health worldwide. As early and mid-career professionals, they offer new perspectives and innovative ideas to push boundaries and make advancements in health research, treatments and policy. Meet our emerging thought leaders and discover how they are making meaningful change. Allison GainesPhD candidate, The George Institute for Global HealthMore info about Allison GainesAllie Gaines is a non-communicable disease epidemiologist and a PhD candidate jointly at Imperial College London and The George Institute for Global Health, focusing on food policy and the sustainability of the packaged food supply. She is a member of the Grantham Institute’s Science and Solutions for a Changing Planet Doctoral Training programme. Her research primarily involves the use of large population databases connecting climate change information to food supply and nutrition data. Professionally, she has wo

The impact we want to have Good health is a right, not a privilege - but some face greater barriers than others. Our work ensures everyone has a fair chance at living a healthy life. From groundbreaking clinical trials to community-based projects, we’ve developed proven solutions to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges. The next decade is about turning this evidence into action to create lasting, global change. Imagine the difference your gift can make. Together, we can create a healthier world. Support our research 1,249 people globally work across 405 projects in 51 countries, with one core goal - to fight health inequity and improve the lives of millions of people worldwide. Your support can enable evidence generated through studies, trials, and pilot programs to be implemented and scaled, translating the evidence base into practical, accessible solutions. Donate now Learn more Dr Maoyi Tian working on the SSaSS project in Changzhi, Shanxi Provi

About consumer and community involvement in Australia The George Institute for Global Health - Australia is committed to connecting with members of the Australian community who share an interest in our research. Experience and insights shared by health consumers (herein ‘consumers’) and communities is essential to our work, and our mission to improve the health of millions worldwide. The George Institute is working together with consumers at all levels of our organisation – including, but not limited to: advising our research leaders, executives and operational support staff on Consumer and Community Involvement (CCI) strategy and implementation contributing to CCI initiatives within our research programs becoming part of research project teams The George Institute, Australia provides infrastructure and support for consumers, researchers and other staff members. Opportunities for consumer and community membersWe are keen to involve consum

At The George Institute, we are committed to improving our research by making it more relevant, responsive, translatable, and accountable to our communities, including patients, consumers, people with lived experiences, carers, civil society groups, and the public. These groups have a right to have a say in what is researched and how, and our aim is to ensure their involvement is a fundamental aspect of all our projects, wherever applicable and feasible. Meaningful involvement ensures that research questions are aligned with community needs, improves the relevance and usefulness of findings, and promotes a sense of ownership and understanding among community members. Additionally, it provides a platform for advocacy and increases the likelihood of research findings being used by policy makers. Ultimately, it empowers communities, fosters equitable partnerships, and drives positive social change. Our Framework for Community Engagement and Involvement was developed to establish a common

For over a decade, our award-winning digital platform SMARThealth has already been empowering frontline community health workers to identify, refer and manage early signs of cardiovascular disease in local communities in India and Indonesia. Over a decade later, our technology is evolving, now using a bespoke large language model chatbot to remove in-built gender bias in guideline-based advice for pregnant women. In Australia, we’re using machine learning to be able to predict the risk of cardiovascular disease in women using routine screening mammography, which could potentially lead to a low cost “two for one” screening test that may be more accurate than traditional methods. SMARThealth ChatGPT : Supporting community health workers to provide guideline-based maternal care in rural IndiaLearn more Predicting cardiovascular risk using routine mammograms Learn more

We believe everyonehas the right to livea healthy lifeBaby, a former dialysis patient in Delhi, India So we find solutionsto the world’s biggesthealth challengesA researcher from The George Institute at Royal North Shore Intensive Care Unit, Sydney Australia Working with partners across the globeThe George Institute's SMARThealth Extend project in Sepanjang, Indonesia To make a real difference in local communitiesParticipants in The George Institute's iCare trial in Yanquan, Shanxi province, China 1/5 About usWe are an independent global medical research institute with a mission to improve the lives of millions of people worldwide. Learn more about what drives us. Our researchOur rigorous, high-quality research delivers practical solutions to some of the world’s biggest health challenges. Explore our current research areas. Our impactFrom better treatments and better care to healthier communities, our work strives to make a difference. See our real-world

Tackling the world’s biggest health challenges At The George Institute, we believe everyone has the right to live a healthy life. Our research finds solutions to the world’s biggest health challenges, striving to make that right a reality for all. We work with partners and communities across the world to conduct rigorous, high-quality research to make a real difference to people’s health, particularly those facing the most barriers, advancing our vision of global health equity. Researchers from The George Institute testing blood sugar during the Impact Diabetes project See our impact in actionExplore stories that highlight the life-changing impact of our work - improving care, access, and delivering innovative solutions. View our impact stories The George Institute Research Strategy 2030OUR research STRATEGYBetter treatments, better care, healthier societies Our Strategy 2030 focuses on equity, resilience, and impact. Guided by this vision, our research tackles criti

Ensuring excellence and integrity The George Institute is committed to the highest governance standards, ensuring our work is transparent, accountable, and impactful. Our governance framework guides our global operations and supports our mission to improve the health of millions of people worldwide. Governance at The George Institute is built on strong policies, clear accountability, and dynamic leadership. We maintain quality and integrity in everything we do, with a framework that ensures ethical practices and compliance. Our governance structure supports effective decision-making and strategic growth while building trust with our stakeholders. The George Institute for Global Health Sydney office Board of DirectorsOur Board of Directors comprises accomplished leaders from diverse fields who bring knowledge, vision, and oversight to our organisation.Learn more Executive Team LeadersOur executive team drives the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of The George I

Healthcare around the world is changing. Improvements in technology, diagnostics and treatments mean that many people around the world are living longer, healthier lives. But not everyone is able to benefit, and significant health inequities remain. We’re harnessing the power of innovation to tackle the world’s most pressing health challenges, with a focus on those who need them most. By combining quality research, emerging technologies, and strategic partnerships, we are transforming innovative ideas into real-world solutions. From enhancing healthcare delivery to addressing unmet global health needs, we aim to create lasting impact through collaboration and creativity. Cydonie Greenaway Genovate program manager at The George Institute, on stage at the UNSW Founders Health10x awards Key areas of innovation Re-imagining large scale clinical trial design, boosting diagnostic accuracy with AI and building the skills of tomorrow’s leaders are just some of t

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