Optimising the use of induction of labour

Induction of labour is a common practice for women in high-income countries—accounting for nearly a third of all births in Australia and other higher-income countries. In many low- and middle-income countries, rates are generally lower but are often similar to those seen in high-income countries. Projects are available for postgraduate research students to work with the Global Women’s and Newborn’s Health Group on this topic at the Burnet Institute in Melbourne. Available projects include: · What are the main outcomes that women (and their families) value in relation to the interventions for induction of labour? · Global, regional, national estimates of induction of labour: levels and trends These projects would allow the successful candidate to gain experience in global maternal and newborn health research, systematic reviews and quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with view to a scientific publication.