How to Disseminate Study Findings to Research Participants

“CHIBE and PAIR have collected best practices for how to disseminate study findings to research participants. We encourage research teams to use these tools to communicate with the patients and clinicians who participate in their studies.

Why communicate results to study participants? Sharing results with participants can increase trust in the health care system, providers, and research and may also increase future trial participation. In addition, it allows participants to benefit from their contribution to research, and it increases opportunities for understanding the impact of the research. […]

Stay tuned for a comprehensive dissemination guide on this topic. Also, reach out to the Joint Research Practices if you are interested in more guidance for disseminating results to participants. Contact JRP@pennmedicine.upenn.edu for help.”

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