Pandemics
Report
Strengthening Australia’s pandemic preparedness
This report highlights six science and technology areas critical to minimising the impact of pandemics in Australia. It also makes 20 recommendations that could reduce impacts while improving economic, social and health outcomes.
Systematic review
Pharmacy practice in emergency response during the COVID-19 pandemic: lessons from Australia
The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the pharmacy practice and initiatives taken by the Australian federal government to ensure the continued supply of essential medicines under the conditions of an emergency response plan for COVID-19.
Report
Aftershock: addressing the economic and social costs of the pandemic and natural disasters
As New South Wales recovered from the 2019-20 summer bushfires and the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Australia in February 2020, there was no indication of the upheaval and sacrifices that lay ahead. In this report, researchers look at mental health, drawing together the research and latest data to highlight the devastating impacts...
Policy report
Co-creation during COVID-19: 30 comparative international case studies
Co-creation – the joint production of innovation between combinations of industry, research, government and civil society – was widely used to respond to the challenges raised by the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper describes 30 COVID-19 co-creation initiatives from 21 countries and three international cases.
Policy report
How did COVID-19 shape co-creation? Insights and policy lessons from international initiatives
Co-creation – the joint production of innovation between combinations of industry, research, government and civil society – was widely used to respond to COVID-19 challenges. This paper analyses 30 international co-creation initiatives that were implemented to address COVID-19 challenges.