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Researcher perspectives on embedding community stakeholders in T1-T2 research: A potential new model for full-spectrum translational research.
- Author(s): George, Sheba
- Vassar, Stefanie D
- Norris, Keith
- Coleman, Bernice
- Gonzalez, Cynthia
- Ishimori, Mariko
- Morris, D'Ann
- Mtume, Norma
- Shapiro, Martin F
- Lucas-Wright, Anna
- Brown, Arleen F
- et al.
Abstract
Effective community engagement in T3-T4 research is widespread, however, similar stakeholder involvement is missing in T1-T2 research. As part of an effort to embed community stakeholders in T1-T2 research, an academic community partnered team conducted discussion groups with researchers to assess perspectives on (1) barriers/challenges to including community stakeholders in basic science, (2) skills/training required for stakeholders and researchers, and (3) potential benefits of these activities. Engaging community in basic science research was perceived as challenging but with exciting potential to incorporate "real-life" community health priorities into basic research, resulting in a new full-spectrum translational research model.