Evidence-Based Research Series - Paper 2: Using an evidence-based research approach before a new study is conducted to ensure value
Lund, Hans; Juhl, Carsten; Nørgaard, Birgitte; Draborg, Eva; Henriksen, Marius; Andreasen, Jane; Christensen, Robin; Nasser, Mona; Ciliska, Donna; Clarke, Mike; Tugwell, Peter; Martin, Janet; Blaine, Caroline; Brunnhuber, Klara; Robinson, Karen
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Lund, H., Juhl, C. B., Nørgaard, B., Draborg, E., Henriksen, M., Andreasen, J., . . . Robinson, K. A. (2021). Evidence-Based Research Series-Paper 2 : Using an Evidence-Based Research approach before a new study is conducted to ensure value. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology, 129, 158-166. 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2020.07.019Abstract
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.
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