New Directions in Population Health Research: Linking Theory, Ethics, and Practice

CPHR SPHERU Conference Poster

Conference Overview

Collaboration between reserachers, communities, policy makers, and practitioners is vital for te development of innovative partnerships and strategies which address health disparities among populations. In keeping with this sentiment, SPHERU co-sponsored with the CPHR training program a national conference exploring recent innovations and existing or emerging trends in population health reserach and practice as they relate to reducing health disparities for particular communities or populations.

Over two hundred delegates representing communities, academia, international organizations, government, and other interested stakeholders, came together to discuss the current state of population health. Over the course of three days, delegates enjoyed presentations and the opportunity for interested stakeholders from across the country to highlight the current state of population health research in Canada and abroad. Participants addressed various topics highlighting ongoing research and emerging trends in population health research and practice. With a focus on new reserachers, a number of student presentations were among the session, providing exposure and experience for those beginning their academic careers.

We are pleased to announce the publication of the presentations and papers in an edited volume entitled "Population Health Research in Canada: New Directions and New Voices." The volume, published by the Canadian Plains Research Centre, is expected to be released Fall 2009.