CAPHRI Case Studies
To showcase the impact and societal relevance of CAPHRI’s research, a selection of case studies is written every year. These stories illustrate how academic data translates into meaningful, real-world solutions.
While the collection aims to highlight the diversity of expertise within each Research Line, many studies naturally bridge multiple areas, reflecting a strong culture of collaboration.
Additionally, several case studies focus on overarching strategic themes that transcend specific lines, such as Quality Assurance, Citizen Science, and Living Labs. Together, these showcases provide a comprehensive insight into the high-quality research conducted across CAPHRI.
General
It leads to a different kind of knowledge that is more relevant to society
Public involvement in research, also known as citizen science, is a very common form of research at CAPHRI.
CAPHRI Quality Assurance system helps foster greater trust in research
Supporting researchers in conducting ethical and high-quality research - that is the power of the CAPHRI Quality Assurance system, say Laure Wynants and David Shaw enthusiastically.
Ageing and Long-Term Care Case Studies
Reablement in Action: Shifting Long-Term Care Focus
Demographic shifts force a rethink on aging. Many stay active, yet health changes can impact autonomy and purpose, values central to older adults.
Creating Value-Based Health Care Case Studies
Something Old, Something New: Measuring the Real Labour Cost of Healthcare Innovation
CAPHRI researchers are redefining how we assess the true workforce impact of new healthcare technologies, moving beyond simple time measurements to ensure innovations genuinely support a sustainable workforce.
Reablement in Action: Shifting Long-Term Care Focus
Demographic shifts force a rethink on aging. Many stay active, yet health changes can impact autonomy and purpose, values central to older adults.
Functioning, Participation and Rehabilitation Case Studies
Integration of Work-Related Care in clinical practice
Despite medical advances, a persistent gap remains between work participation rates for people with chronic conditions and the general population.This enduring disparity signals an urgent need for targeted support to enable healthy, sustained employment.
Technology as a weapon against antibiotic resistance
Dr. Chris Arts is leading a major international study into alternatives to antibiotics, technological solutions and increased awareness of antimicrobial resistance.
Health Inequities and Societal Participation Case Studies
Something Old, Something New: Measuring the Real Labour Cost of Healthcare Innovation
CAPHRI researchers are redefining how we assess the true workforce impact of new healthcare technologies, moving beyond simple time measurements to ensure innovations genuinely support a sustainable workforce.
Integration of Work-Related Care in clinical practice
Despite medical advances, a persistent gap remains between work participation rates for people with chronic conditions and the general population. This enduring disparity signals an urgent need for targeted support to enable healthy, sustained employment.
Optimising Patient Care Case Studies
Bridging Borders, Building Capacity: Shaping Research and Healthcare in Ethiopia
Since 2006, CAPHRI and Ethiopian researchers have partnered to boost local research capacity and tackle the nation’s most pressing health goals.
Promoting Health and Personalised Care Case Studies
Dementia Prevention, Personalised: How Behavioural Science is Powering Digital Health
Technology-assisted health interventions are gaining global traction, yet a critical challenge remains: why do many fail to deliver sustained behaviour change?
Technology as a weapon against antibiotic resistance
Dr. Chris Arts is leading a major international study into alternatives to antibiotics, technological solutions and increased awareness of antimicrobial resistance.