Research Awards

Creating a local culture that encourages and supports the conduct of nurse-led studies and the application of evidence-based nursing practice is a strategic goal of The Connecticut Nursing Research Alliance. In support of this goal, the Alliance has established two awards to recognize excellence in the conduct of research and evidence-based practice.

Excellence in Nursing Research Award
The purpose of this award is to recognize nursing researchers for their contribution to the advancement of nursing science and professional practice through the conduct of research. The award is presented each Fall during the Annual CT Nursing Research Alliance Conference to a deserving nurse whose completed research is considered exemplary and who serves as a role model for his/her nursing colleagues.

Excellence in Evidence-Based Practice Award
The purpose of this award is to recognize an individual or group who has used research findings as a basis for practice innovation or has provided leadership for evidence-based practice changes in the clinical setting. The award is presented each Fall during the Annual CT Nursing Research Alliance Conference.

Awards are open to CT Nursing Alliance Member Organizations, which include: Bristol Hospital, Capitol Community College, Central Connecticut State University, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Eastern Connecticut Health Network, Hartford Hospital, Hospital of Central Connecticut, Hospital of Saint Raphael, Hospital for Special Care, Midstate Medical Center, Quinnipiac University, Saint Joseph College, Southern Connecticut State University, University of Connecticut, University of Hartford, William Backus Hospital and Windham Hospital.

Hartford Healthcare Corporation (HHCC) provides an additional Evidence-Based Practice Project Grant, open to HHCC member organizations, which include: Hartford Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, Jefferson House, VNA Health Care, and Windham Hospital.

Evidence-Based Practice Project Grant: In support of Hartford Healthcare Corporation’s organizational goal to support evidence-based practice, dedicated funds are available to facilitate the initiation of evidence-based practice projects. Monies (in the amount up to $1,500.00) can be made available throughout the year.