Research and innovation across the full health spectrum
From mental and physical health research to capacity building and knowledge translation, GIRD's work strengthens health systems and improves population health.
Our work
Mental & Physical Health Research
Generating robust evidence across the full spectrum of health, with particular expertise in mental health and psychosocial wellbeing.
- check_circleClinical & Public Health Interventions
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- check_circleKnowledge Translation & Dissemination
Innovation in Healthcare Delivery
Embracing creative, modern approaches including psychosocial and digital innovations to solve complex health challenges.
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Designing and evaluating interventions that translate evidence into improved care and population health outcomes.
Health Systems & Implementation Research
Strengthening health systems and studying how to deliver interventions effectively in real-world settings.
Professional Training & Capacity Development
Building the skills of healthcare professionals, researchers, and communities through education and effective task sharing.
Research Projects
Completed and ongoing research across our priority areas. A selection of GIRD's research portfolio generating evidence that strengthens health systems and improves population health.
Completed Projects
Finished studies whose findings now inform practice, policy, and further work.
Ongoing Projects
Active studies where evidence is still being generated and translated.
Mental Health
Integrating Mental Health into Primary Care.
Suicide Prevention
Community-Based Suicide Prevention Model.
What we do
| Programme | Focus | Approach | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental Health | Founding expertise | Community care and task-shifting | |
| Maternal and Child Health | Perinatal and early years | Nutrition and quality care access | |
| Infectious Diseases | Prevention and surveillance | Integrated delivery strategies |
Public Awareness
Promoting wellbeing in workplaces and communities.
Staff Wellness
Supporting the mental health and resilience of healthcare workers and frontline staff through training, peer support, and workplace wellbeing programmes.
Community Engagement and Involvement
Working with communities so research is locally relevant, co-designed, and translated into real-world impact.
Collaborations & Partnerships
Working nationally and globally to maximise reach and impact.
National Collaborations
Partnerships across Pakistan with government, academic institutions, healthcare providers, and communities to align with national health priorities.
Global Collaborations
International partnerships with research institutions, funders, and global health organisations to broaden expertise and the evidence base.