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Putting plain language summaries into perspective
Caitlin Edgell1, Adeline Rosenberg1
1Oxford PharmaGenesis, Oxford, UK.
Current Medical Research and Opinion
|April 11, 2022
Summary
Plain language summaries enhance scientific publication accessibility for non-experts. User perspectives highlight their value in bridging the gap between complex research and public understanding.
Area of Science:
- Health communication
- Scientific literacy
Background:
- Publication-associated plain language summaries (PLSs) aim to increase the accessibility of scientific research.
- PLSs are jargon-free summaries intended for a broad, non-expert audience.
- These summaries are often published alongside peer-reviewed articles or in supplementary materials and can be indexed in PubMed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the experiences and opinions of diverse stakeholders who regularly use plain language summaries.
- To gather qualitative insights into the perceived benefits and challenges of PLSs.
Main Methods:
- A narrative commentary approach was employed.
- Semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with five day-to-day users of PLSs from various stakeholder groups.
Main Results:
- The commentary presents the firsthand perspectives of PLS users.
- Insights were gained regarding user experiences and opinions on the utility and effectiveness of PLSs.
Conclusions:
- Understanding user perspectives is crucial for optimizing the development and dissemination of plain language summaries.
- PLSs play a vital role in improving public engagement with scientific findings.
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