It’s a clear vision embarked upon by the O’Brien Institute for Public Health at the University of Calgary--seeking to improve our health system and keep people healthy. O’Brien Institute researchers have a critically important role in Canada’s public health, through our efforts to describe, design, and suggest improvements. We are truly interdisciplinary, encompassing more than 400 members with a range of academic and professional backgrounds, from research scientists and clinicians, to health system decision-makers and other health professionals.