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Evidence-Based Research Series-Paper 2 : Using an Evidence-Based Research approach before a new study is conducted to
Hans Lund1, Carsten B Juhl2, Birgitte Nørgaard3
1Section for Evidence-based Practice, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Bergen, Norway.
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.
