Evidence-Based Research Series-Paper 2: Using an Evidence-Based Research approach before a new study is conducted to ensure value

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Background and Objectives: There is considerable actual and potential waste in research. The aim of this article is to describe how using an evidence-based research approach before conducting a study helps to ensure that the new study truly adds value. Study Design and Setting: Evidence-based research is the use of prior research in a systematic and transparent way to inform a new study so that it is answering questions that matter in a valid, efficient, and accessible manner. In this second article of the evidence-based research series, we describe how to apply an evidence-based research approach before starting a new study. Results: Before a new study is performed, researchers need to provide a solid justification for it using the available scientific knowledge as well as the perspectives of end users. The key method for both is to conduct a systematic review of earlier relevant studies. Conclusion: Describing the ideal process illuminates the challenges and opportunities offered through the suggested evidence-based research approach. A systematic and transparent approach is needed to provide justification for and to optimally design a relevant and necessary new study.

OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftJournal of Clinical Epidemiology
Vol/bind129
Sider (fra-til)158-166
Antal sider9
ISSN0895-4356
DOI
StatusUdgivet - jan. 2021

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Funding Information:
This work has been prepared as part of the Evidence-Based Research Network (ebrnetwork.org). The EBRNetwork is an international network that promotes the use of systematic reviews when prioritizing, designing, and interpreting research. Evidence-based research is the use of prior research in a systematic and transparent way to inform the new study so that it is answering questions that matter in a valid, efficient, and accessible manner. The authors thank the Centre for Evidence-Based Practice, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences for its very generous support of the EBRNetwork. The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital (Professor Christensen and Professor Henriksen) are supported by a core grant from the Oak Foundation USA (OCAY-18-774-OFIL). Financial support, This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.

Funding Information:
The Parker Institute, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital (Professor Christensen and Professor Henriksen) are supported by a core grant from the Oak Foundation USA ( OCAY-18-774-OFIL ).

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