HEALTH
INNOVATION
OBSERVATORY

AUSTRALIA

Our Research

Projects

3

Partners

11

Investigators

12

The Health Innovation Observatory – Australia (HIO-A)

is a national research initiative dedicated to building Australia’s horizon scanning capability. Through three integrated work packages, the team is developing co-designed processes, advanced data and AI-driven methodologies, and sustainable governance frameworks. Working closely with patients, policymakers, healthcare providers, regulators, and international partners, HIO-A aims to create a robust, responsive, and nationally significant system for identifying emerging health innovations.

Research Projects

Establish

Work Package 1

Establish national horizon scanning processes through structured engagement.

Develop

Work Package 2

Develop the methodological and technical backbone of the Australian horizon scanning function.

Governance

Work Package 3

Develop the governance, operational structure, and long-term sustainability plan.