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Topical Review: Translating Translational Research in Behavioral Science
Kevin A Hommel1, Avani C Modi2, Carrie Piazza-Waggoner2
1Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and University of Cincinnati College of Medicine kevin.hommel@cchmc.org.
Journal of Pediatric Psychology
|June 8, 2015
Summary
A new model clarifies behavioral science's role in translational research, outlining key activities from discovery to implementation. This framework aims to enhance the integration of behavioral and biomedical research across all translation phases.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Translational Research
- Health Research
Background:
- Behavioral science faces challenges in defining a translational research model.
- Existing models struggle to articulate each translation stage and complement biomedical research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a model for translational research in behavioral science.
- To communicate the role of behavioral research at each phase of translation.
Main Methods:
- A task force identified knowledge gaps in behavioral translational research.
- Recommendations were made for advancing knowledge in the field.
Main Results:
- A comprehensive model of translational behavioral research was developed.
- The model integrates T1, T2, and T3 research activities and Phase 1-4 clinical trials.
- Clinical illustrations support the model's application.
Conclusions:
- The developed model defines key activities from basic discovery to dissemination/implementation.
- This model serves as a starting point for communicating behavioral science's role.
- It aims to catalyze better integration of biomedical and behavioral research.
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