2025 Global Nursing Research
Virtual Conference
November 10-11, 2025
Conference Overview
This transformative two-day virtual conference addresses one of healthcare’s most critical challenges: how to effectively scale evidence-based nursing innovations from successful pilot programs to widespread implementation that transforms health outcomes worldwide.
As nursing innovations demonstrate remarkable potential in addressing global health challenges—from reducing maternal mortality in low-resource settings to improving chronic disease management in aging populations—the gap between innovation and implementation remains a significant barrier to achieving health equity. This conference creates an unprecedented platform where nursing researchers, educators, policy-makers, and practitioners from diverse geographical and economic contexts converge to share breakthrough strategies, forge strategic partnerships, and develop actionable frameworks for scaling innovations across varied healthcare systems.
By harnessing virtual technology, we eliminate traditional barriers of geography and economics, ensuring equitable participation from high-, middle-, and low-income countries. Our focus extends beyond knowledge sharing to creating sustainable networks that support the entire innovation lifecycle—from initial development through local adaptation to global dissemination.
Collaborating Partners
- Johns Hopkins Center for Global Initiatives
- PAHO/WHO Collaborating Center for Nursing Knowledge, Information Management & Sharing
- International Council of Nurses
- Global Network of WHO Collaborating Centers for Nursing and Midwifery
- Funders: Gates Foundation, RWJ, J&J, Wellcome Trust Foundation
- Laerdal
Conference Details
Call for Abstracts and Cases
We invite nursing researchers, educators, practitioners, and policy-makers from around the world to submit abstracts and case studies that demonstrate how nursing innovations can be effectively scaled to create meaningful local and global health impact.
Target Audience
- Academic nursing researchers
- Clinical nurse researchers
- Nurse educators
- Doctoral nursing students
- Global health nurses
- Health policy experts
- Healthcare administrators
- Community health workers
- International healthcare organizations
- Implementation researchers
- Government officials
- Funders
Conference Objectives
- Accelerate Knowledge-to-Action Translation – Demonstrate proven pathways for scaling nursing innovations from research to real-world implementation across diverse healthcare contexts.
- Foster Bidirectional Innovation Exchange – Facilitate reciprocal learning between developed and developing healthcare systems while showcasing transformative nurse-led solutions.
- Build Strategic Implementation Capacity – Develop participants’ competencies in implementation science, change management, and leadership skills for driving innovation adoption.
- Map Implementation Ecosystems and Barriers – Analyze contextual factors that facilitate or impede innovation scaling and generate evidence-based recommendations for policy makers.
- Establish Sustainable Collaboration Networks – Form multi-institutional research consortiums and create mentorship connections to support ongoing innovation scaling efforts.
Expected Outcomes
- Actionable Implementation Plans: Concrete strategies for scaling their own innovations or adopting proven interventions
- Global Network Access: Connections to international collaborators, mentors, and potential funders
- Evidence-Based Tools: Validated frameworks, assessment instruments, and implementation guides
- Policy Insights: Understanding of regulatory pathways and advocacy strategies for enabling innovation adoption
- Research Opportunities: Potential collaborative projects and funding possibilities for implementation research
Conference Program
10:00 – 10:30 AM: Opening Ceremony (Start time is 8am EST)
- Welcome address by Dean of Johns Hopkins School of Nursing 10 minutes
- Keynote: 20 mins.
10:30 – 11:30 AM: Plenary Panel: “Global Health Challenges: Collaborative Research Approaches”
- Panel of researchers from different world regions discussing collaborative approaches to addressing global health challenges
- Recommendations: Linda Aiken
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Breakout Sessions (Parallel Tracks)
Track 1: Frameworks/Methods for adapting interventions: Human centered design, design thinking
Track 2: How to evaluate local and global impact: economics and sustainability
Track 3: Digital Health Technologies
- Case studies of successful digital health implementations in diverse settings
Track 4: Pilot to Practice and Policy, Advocacy
Track 5: Team Science across disciplines and cultures
Track 6: Mental Health and Wellbeing
-Pop up topics for networking. 30-45 mins
Climate Change and Health
- Research presentations on nursing innovations addressing climate-related health impacts
- Interactive discussion on developing multinational research proposals
12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- Informal networking opportunities
- Virtual lunch tables by research interest
- Optional recorded presentations available for viewing
1:30 – 2:15 PM: Spotlight Session: “Research Methods for Global Collaboration”
- Workshop on culturally sensitive research methods
- Strategies for equitable research partnerships
2:15 – 3:00 PM: Innovation Showcase
- Lightning presentations of innovative nursing research projects
- Interactive Q&A with presenters
10:00 – 10:30 AM: Day 2 Opening
- Recap of Day 1
- Keynote: “Building Sustainable Global Research Networks”
10:30 – 11:30 AM: Plenary Session: “From Research to Policy: Translating Evidence Across Borders”
- Panel discussion on implementing research findings in diverse policy environments
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Breakout Sessions (Parallel Tracks)
Track 1: Maternal and Child Health
- Comparative research on maternal health interventions across diverse settings
- Collaborative workshop on designing cross-cultural MCH research
Track 2: Mental Health and Well-being
- Research presentations on culturally adapted mental health interventions
- Discussion on developing globally relevant mental health assessment tools
Track 3: Nursing Education and Workforce Development
- Models for global nursing education partnerships
- Research on building nursing capacity in under-resourced areas
Track 4: Artificial Intelligence in Nursing
- Research on AI applications in global nursing practice
- Ethical considerations for AI implementation across diverse healthcare systems
- Collaborative workshop on designing culturally appropriate AI nursing tools
12:30 – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
- Regional virtual lunch tables
- Structured networking with research interest groups
- Center Showcase-All JHSON Research Center leads
1:30 – 2:15 PM: Funding Workshop: “Securing Support for Global Nursing Research”
- Presentations from international funding agencies
- Grant-writing strategies for global collaborative research
2:15 – 2:45 PM: Action Planning Session
- Facilitated small group discussions on establishing ongoing research collaborations
- Development of concrete next steps for continued partnership
2:45 – 3:00 PM: Closing Ceremony
- Summary of conference outcomes
- Announcement of follow-up initiatives and future conferences
More info will be available soon.
Call for Abstracts and Cases
We invite nursing researchers, educators, practitioners, and policy-makers from around the world to submit abstracts and case studies that demonstrate how nursing innovations can be effectively scaled to create meaningful local and global health impact.
Submission and Abstract Requirements
- Word limit: 300 words maximum
- Structure: Background/Purpose, Methods, Results, Conclusions
- Language: English (simultaneous translation available during conference)
- Originality: Previously unpublished work or significant updates to published studies
Case Study Requirements
- Word limit: 300 words maximum
- Structure: Innovation Description, Scaling Process, Outcomes/Impact, Lessons Learned
- Evidence: Include quantitative and/or qualitative data demonstrating impact
- Replicability: Describe factors that enabled scaling and potential for further replication
Required Information
All submissions must include:
- Author(s) name(s), credentials, and institutional affiliations
- Contact information for presenting author
- Disclosure of funding sources and potential conflicts of interest
- Geographic scope of the innovation/study
- Target population(s) served
- Implementation timeline and current status
Submission Categories
Research Abstracts
Original research studies focusing on:
- Implementation science approaches to scaling nursing innovations
- Evaluation of scaled nursing interventions and their outcomes
- Comparative effectiveness research across multiple implementation sites
- Economic evaluations of scaled nursing innovations
- Mixed-methods studies on scaling processes and outcomes
Innovation Case Studies
Real-world examples demonstrating:
- Successful scaling of nurse-led interventions from local to regional/national/global levels
- Adaptation strategies for implementing innovations across diverse cultural and healthcare contexts
- Technology-enabled nursing innovations that have achieved significant reach
- Community-based nursing programs that have been replicated and scaled
- Policy changes that enabled or resulted from scaled nursing innovations
Implementation Reports
Detailed accounts of:
- Frameworks and methodologies used to guide scaling processes
- Barriers encountered and strategies employed to overcome implementation challenges
- Stakeholder engagement approaches that facilitated successful scaling
- Capacity-building initiatives that supported innovation adoption
- Sustainability strategies for maintaining scaled innovations over time
Priority Topics
Global Health Priorities
- Maternal and child health innovations
- Non-communicable disease management programs
- Mental health and wellness interventions
- Infectious disease prevention and control
- Health system strengthening initiatives
Innovative Care Delivery Models
- Telehealth and digital health solutions
- Community health worker programs
- Nurse-led primary care models
- Integrated care approaches
- Mobile health interventions
Capacity Building and Education
- Educational innovations that have been scaled across institutions
- Professional development programs with demonstrated reach
- Leadership development initiatives
- Mentorship and knowledge exchange network
Health Equity and Access
- Innovations addressing healthcare disparities
- Rural and remote healthcare delivery solutions
- Low-resource setting adaptations
- Culturally responsive care models
- Social determinants of health interventions
Presentation Formats
Oral Presentations (15 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A)
- Selected high-impact research and case studies
- Interactive presentations with global audience participation
Poster Sessions (Virtual poster hall with live discussion periods)
- Digital poster displays with scheduled author availability
- Networking opportunities during dedicated poster sessions
Panel Discussions (60 minutes)
- Thematic panels featuring multiple complementary submissions
- Facilitated discussions on common challenges and solutions
Innovation Showcase (10 minutes each)
- Rapid-fire presentations of breakthrough innovations
- Focus on scalability potential and replication strategies
Conclusion
The Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Global Nursing Research Virtual Conference will create an innovative platform for fostering genuine reciprocal exchange of knowledge, innovative ideas and research expertise across global boundaries. By emphasizing equitable participation and collaborative approaches, this conference aims to advance nursing science while addressing pressing global health challenges through shared solutions.