Integrating and Supporting Translational Research in Dispersed Cancer Network. Robinson, T. E1, Janssen, A1, Shaw, T1,. 1.Workforce Education and ...
Integrating and Supporting Translational Research in Dispersed Cancer Network
Robinson, T. E1, Janssen, A1, Shaw, T1, 1.Workforce Education and Development Group, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia Background The failure to translate research findings into clinical practice has been consistently noted in the literature 1. One of the barriers to addressing this is the failure to consistently and effectively engage with professionals involved in the cancer care sector. The emphasis in health care needs to shift from learning in isolation to a culture of active participation in the generation and application of knowledge that is openly shared with colleagues.2 Aims To determine effective strategies for supporting translational research within the Sydney West Translational Cancer Research, and engaging with its diverse health community, through utilisation of a range of approaches. Methods The primary approach is to work closely with the existing groups within the network, particularly the existing multi disciplinary teams (n=18) and other key stakeholders, to identify activities that support implementation science. The research team will further be informed by latest research on innovations in collaborative networks, to provide both real-world and technological solutions to knowledge dissemination. Semi structured interviews will be conducted with clinicians from a range of disciplines in order to explore how research priorities are currently identified within MDT's, how findings from current research studies are disseminated and the mechanisms and processes that support the translation of knowledge into clinical practice. Results Preliminary results indicate a high level of perceived need among clinicians and researchers for education and tools that enhance the translation of new evidence into practice and that identify strategies for conducting implementation studies. Conclusions Implementation science (or knowledge translation) is a complex process that involves identifying the type of knowledge to be translated, its perceived relevance, the clinicians involved and the health care setting. Educators need to incorporate effective strategies for implementation science that address how new knowledge is translated into practice and that are based on sound theories of behavior change. Translational research aspect This research sits across the T1 - T3 pipelines by investigating means by which all levels of researchers can more effectively translate their research in to practice.
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Grimshaw, J.M.; Eccles, M.P.; Lavis, J.N.; Hill, S.J. & Squires, J.E. (2012).Knowledge Translation of Research Findings. Implementation Science, 7:50
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Graham, I.D.; Logan, J.; Harrison, M.B.;Straus, S.E.;Tetroe, J.;Caswell, W. & Robinson, N. (2006). Lost in Knowledge Translation: Time for a Map. The Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions, 26, 13-24
