UHN is pleased to unveil its new Research Strategic Action Plan, Bold Resolve: Science for Society, setting an ambitious course for the future of research at Canada’s largest research hospital. Science for Society is about conducting research with purpose—ensuring discoveries lead to real benefits for patients, communities, and the broader health care system. This bold approach reinforces UHN’s unwavering dedication to driving scientific excellence and breakthroughs to create A Healthier World.
“As science continues to transform the way we understand and treat disease, UHN’s research community remains steadfast in its resolve to pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and innovation,” says Dr. Brad Wouters, Executive Vice President of Science and Research at UHN. “This plan articulates how we will work as one team to enhance health research, improve patient care, and lead innovation at a national and global scale.”
The Research Strategic Action Plan outlines three key strategic directions that will shape the future of Research at UHN:
● Transformative Experiences – Empowering TeamUHN—researchers, trainees, technical experts, and persons with lived experience—by fostering an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative research environment that drives innovation.
● Solutions Beyond Boundaries – Accelerating the development and application of cutting-edge technologies, policies, and innovative health solutions.
● Alignment for Impact – Strengthening UHN’s leadership role in health research by integrating discovery into patient care and advancing team science initiatives.
Developed in alignment with UHN’s broader Bold Resolve Strategic Plan, this research plan is a call to action for researchers, learners, technical experts, and administrators—along with UHN’s academic, government, philanthropic, and industry partners—to join in the collective effort to drive meaningful change in health care research and innovation.
With over 6,000 members in its research community, UHN continues to lead advancements across a broad spectrum of health disciplines, from artificial intelligence and genomics to clinical trials and health policy. This strategic framework provides the foundation for continued excellence and positions UHN as a leader in transforming scientific breakthroughs into real-world solutions.
To learn more, download the full Research Strategic Action Plan here.