Grant: Training Grant

Much of the $100B/year worldwide investment in biomedical and health research is wasted because of challenges to knowledge translation (KT) that remain understudied. KT is the science and practice of putting knowledge into action. Health systems fail to optimally use evidence with resulting inefficiencies and reduced quantity and quality of life. We have developed a multidisciplinary collaborative network involving colleagues from 8 universities to improve the health of Canadians and the effectiveness of health services by identifying and studying solutions to ensure that Canadians have tools and skills necessary for KT. The objective of this STIHR is to create an internationally-recognised national training initiative to enhance capacity in KT and KT research by providing excellent training centres and laboratories for trainees from various disciplines to develop skills in KT and KT research; linking trainees and mentors who will work collaboratively to advance the science and practice of KT; and partnering with other national and international networks to promote KT research and training across a range of settings and health system issues. Support for this program will place Canada in a leadership position by providing a unique training model through the nurturing of transdisciplinary collaborations and will result in the creation of the next generation of KT researchers and practitioners, and in improved health of Canadians.