Deadline: 22-Jun-2026
The 2026 Diabetes in General Practice Research Grant supports GP-led research in Australia focused on improving diabetes management, care delivery, and health outcomes in general practice. Funded by Diabetes Australia and the Australian General Practice Research Foundation, the programme identifies key challenges, unmet needs, and priorities in diabetes care from both GP and patient perspectives.
The grant provides up to AUD $90,000 (excluding GST) for a 12–18 month project with national relevance across Australian general practice.
Overview of the Grant
This grant supports research that improves understanding and management of diabetes in Australian general practice.
It focuses on:
- Identifying challenges in diabetes care
- Understanding unmet needs in general practice
- Improving care delivery systems
- Supporting evidence-based policy and funding decisions
The goal is to produce actionable, system-level insights that improve outcomes for people living with or at risk of diabetes.
Funding Details
Key funding information:
- Grant value: Up to AUD $90,000 (excluding GST)
- Duration: 12 to 18 months
- Number of awards: One
- Scope: National relevance across Australia
The funding supports research with strong translation potential into clinical practice and policy.
Focus Areas
The programme prioritises research on:
Diabetes Management in General Practice
- Current challenges faced by GPs
- Emerging issues in diabetes care
- Barriers to effective treatment and monitoring
Unmet Needs and System Gaps
- Gaps in service delivery
- Patient access challenges
- Workforce and resource limitations
Perspectives and Experience
- GP perspectives on diabetes care
- Experiences of people living with diabetes
- Shared decision-making and patient priorities
Health System Improvement
- Care delivery models
- Policy implications
- Funding and resource allocation priorities
Key Requirements
The project must:
- Identify and rank key challenges in diabetes care
- Include GP and patient perspectives
- Produce a prioritised list of unmet needs
- Provide actionable recommendations
- Support national-level relevance
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be a general practitioner or GP registrar
- Hold a leadership role in the project
- Demonstrate research leadership capability
Applicants are encouraged to:
- Form multidisciplinary teams
- Include research and methodology experts
- Engage consumer and patient perspectives
- Involve early career researchers
Assessment Criteria
Applications are evaluated on:
Scientific Quality
- Strength of research design
- Methodology and data analysis approach
- Clarity of research question
Translation and Impact
- Relevance to general practice
- Potential to improve diabetes care
- Policy and funding implications
- Practical applicability
Innovation and Originality
- Novel approach to diabetes care challenges
- New frameworks for prioritisation
- Fresh insights into unmet needs
Feasibility
- Realistic timeline (12–18 months)
- Clear implementation plan
- Adequate expertise and collaboration
Research Capacity Building
- Training and mentorship opportunities
- Inclusion of early career researchers
- Strengthening general practice research capability
Programme Objectives
The grant aims to:
- Improve diabetes care in general practice
- Identify priority challenges in diabetes management
- Inform national policy and research priorities
- Strengthen GP-led research capacity
- Support better health outcomes for patients
It focuses on generating evidence that directly informs:
- Clinical practice improvements
- Healthcare system planning
- Future research investments
Why This Grant Matters
Diabetes is a major and growing health challenge in Australia, placing significant pressure on general practice.
This grant addresses:
- Increasing complexity of diabetes management
- Workforce and system constraints
- Gaps between guidelines and real-world care
- Patient access and equity issues
It supports better outcomes by:
- Identifying system-wide priorities
- Integrating GP and patient perspectives
- Guiding future healthcare policy and funding
- Improving real-world care delivery
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Applicants must be GPs or GP registrars with project leadership responsibility.
Step 2: Define Research Scope
Focus on:
- Diabetes care challenges
- Unmet needs in general practice
- Patient and GP perspectives
Step 3: Build a Research Team
Include:
- Research methodology experts
- Clinical collaborators
- Consumer or patient representatives
- Early career researchers
Step 4: Develop Proposal
Include:
- Research objectives
- Methodology
- Stakeholder engagement plan
- Timeline and budget
- Expected outcomes
Step 5: Submit Application
Submit through the official process within the deadline.
Conclusion
The 2026 Diabetes in General Practice Research Grant supports high-impact GP-led research aimed at improving diabetes care across Australia. By identifying key challenges, integrating patient and practitioner perspectives, and producing actionable recommendations, the programme strengthens general practice systems and improves outcomes for people living with diabetes.
For more information, visit The Australian General Practice Research Foundation.
