Policy statement for Department of Health staff participating in activities funded by Medical Research Future Fund

Read our policy for Department of Health staff who participate in activities funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

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Our staff work with researchers to make evidence-based decisions on health programs. The participation of our staff in research activities funded by the MRFF could lead to perceived or real conflicts of interest.

We have a policy statement that sets out the:

  • circumstances in which participation in MRFF-funded activities is or is not allowed
  • obligations of staff
  • approval process for participating in MRFF-funded activities.

Read the MRFF Policy Statement – Participation by Department of Health employees in research activities funded by the MRFF for more information.

Learn more about the MRFF.

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