Six steps of the systems thinking approach in policy design and why it matters?
NIHR SPHR PhD student Koko Zhou explains the six steps of the systems thinking approach in policy design in this blog.
Developing tools to aid local authority decision making
This research will evaluate the new prioritisation framework tool informed by SPHR research and evaluate its impact on local authority decision-making when it comes to investment and disinvestment decisions.
October 2017 - September 2018
Evidence beyond the health sector
Researchers conducted a number of linked studies to improve the understanding of how evidence is understood, accessed, used and valued by decision makers working beyond health areas, in sectors that potentially impact upon people’s health and wellbeing.
June 2012 - November 2013
Supporting public health commissioners in priority setting to improve population health and address health inequalities
This study aimed to provide tailored health economics support to three local authorities and evaluate its impact by using a range of methods.
November 2012 - August 2015
Exploring community engagement in local alcohol decision making
This study will explore the range of ways community members can engage with local authorities and influence decisions around alcohol policy in the local area.
February 2018 - November 2018
Online data visualisation tools for local public health decision-support: from a food and exercise perspective
This project will assess how useful online data visualisation tools are used in practice to support decision making.
May 2018 - October 2019