Deadline: 22-Jun-2026
The 2026 TGL Quality Use of Medicines Research Grant supports early–mid career GP researchers in Australia to improve evidence-based prescribing and medication use in general practice. The programme focuses on translating clinical guidelines into real-world practice and reducing gaps between evidence and prescribing behaviour.
One grant of AUD $100,000 (excluding GST) is available for an 18-month project aimed at improving quality use of medicines, clinical decision-making, and guideline implementation in primary care.
Overview of the Grant
This grant supports research that improves how medicines are prescribed, used, and understood in Australian general practice.
It focuses on:
- Quality use of medicines (QUM)
- Evidence-based prescribing
- Translation of clinical guidelines into practice
- Reduction of evidence–practice gaps
- Improved clinical decision-making in primary care
The programme prioritises practical, high-impact research that strengthens safe and effective medicine use.
Funding Details
Key funding information:
- Grant value: AUD $100,000 (excluding GST)
- Duration: 18 months
- Number of grants: One
- Target group: Early–mid career GP researchers
The funding supports research with strong translation potential into clinical practice, policy, or education.
Focus Areas
The programme supports research on:
Evidence-Based Medicine Use
- Application of clinical guidelines in general practice
- Interpretation of therapeutic recommendations
- Barriers to guideline adoption
Prescribing Behaviour and Decision-Making
- Factors influencing prescribing choices
- Real-world medicine use in primary care
- Variation in prescribing practices
Improving Clinical Practice
- Strategies to reduce evidence–practice gaps
- Tools supporting clinical decision-making
- Interventions to improve prescribing quality
Implementation and Translation
- Guideline implementation strategies
- Integration of evidence into routine care
- Improving uptake of best practice recommendations
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be a general practitioner or GP registrar
- Be an early–mid career researcher
- Hold a leadership role in the project
- Demonstrate sufficient research capability for project delivery
The programme encourages:
- Emerging GP researchers
- Clinically active researchers
- Practitioners engaged in implementation science
Assessment Criteria
Applications will be assessed on:
Scientific Quality
- Strength of research question
- Methodological rigour
- Study design and analysis plan
Translation and Impact
- Potential to improve prescribing practices
- Relevance to general practice
- Policy and guideline impact
- Practical implementation value
Innovation and Originality
- Novel approaches to improving medicine use
- New strategies for guideline translation
- Creative solutions to prescribing challenges
Feasibility
- Realistic 18-month timeline
- Appropriate budget planning
- Clear implementation pathway
Research Capacity Building
- Development of GP research skills
- Mentorship and training opportunities
- Strengthening general practice research capability
Programme Objectives
The grant aims to:
- Improve quality use of medicines in general practice
- Strengthen evidence-based prescribing
- Reduce variation in clinical practice
- Enhance guideline implementation
- Support GP-led research capacity building
It promotes better alignment between:
- Clinical guidelines
- Real-world prescribing behaviour
- Patient care outcomes
Why This Grant Matters
Medication use in primary care is complex due to:
- Multiple clinical guidelines
- Patient comorbidities
- Variations in prescribing habits
- Barriers to evidence implementation
This grant helps address these challenges by:
- Supporting real-world prescribing research
- Improving uptake of evidence-based care
- Reducing inappropriate or inconsistent prescribing
- Strengthening safety and effectiveness in medicine use
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Applicants must be early–mid career GPs or GP registrars with research leadership responsibility.
Step 2: Define Research Focus
Focus on:
- Medicine use in general practice
- Prescribing behaviour
- Guideline implementation
Step 3: Develop Proposal
Include:
- Research question
- Methodology
- Data analysis plan
- Implementation pathway
- Timeline and budget
Step 4: Build Research Capacity
Ensure appropriate:
- Research experience, or
- Supervisory and methodological support
Step 5: Submit Application
Submit through the official grant process within deadlines.
Conclusion
The 2026 TGL Quality Use of Medicines Research Grant supports early–mid career GP researchers in improving prescribing quality and evidence-based medicine use in Australian general practice. By focusing on real-world implementation of clinical guidelines, the programme strengthens patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and the overall quality of primary healthcare.
For more information, visit The Australian General Practice Research Foundation.