Getting started with research
Find out more information about how to start and manage a research project in Metro North
Pre-approval planning
The design and conduct of high quality research benefits from comprehensive planning for all stages of the research lifecycle.
Ethics Approval
Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) review is the first step in the research approval process, required for all human research conducted within Metro North.
Supporting research
Metro North is committed to building a culture of research excellence and building a well supported research community
Celebrating Research Excellence
Metro North Health is proud to celebrate excellence in research within Metro North. Find out more about the ways we acknowledge and profile the excellent research and our researchers driving advances in health care within Metro North.
Latest News
Research Summit
Date: 21 August 2025
Venue: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
9 am – 5 pm
Research study highlights complexities of ICU environment
A qualitative research study by the Critical Care Research Group (CCRG) at The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) has explored issues experienced by staff in the intensive care setting as part of a project to improve the intensive care unit (ICU) environment.
Research aims to improve menopause journey for women in the workplace
Understanding the effects of menopause for women in the workplace is a strong focus for Caboolture Hospital physiotherapist Helen Edwards.
Pre-approval planning
The design and conduct of high quality research benefits from comprehensive planning for all stages of the research lifecycle.
Ethics Approval
Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) review is the first step in the research approval process, required for all human research conducted within Metro North.
