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Amitava Banerjee1,2, Dorairaj Prabhakaran3, Kay-Tee Khaw4
1Institute of Health Informatics, University College London, London, UK.
Global cardiovascular disease (CVD) treatment implementation is low, especially in low-income areas. This study compares international programs designed to build early- and mid-career research capacity to address these gaps.
Area of Science:
- Global health
- Cardiovascular research
- Implementation science
Background:
- Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading global health burden.
- Effective CVD treatments are underutilized, particularly in low-income settings.
- Addressing implementation gaps requires capacity building beyond clinical training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare international programs focused on early- and mid-career global cardiovascular research training.
- To evaluate these programs based on their aims, participant experience, and research outputs.
- To identify potential synergies and areas for harmonization among global CVD research capacity-building initiatives.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of three distinct international global cardiovascular research training programs.
- Evaluation framework focusing on program objectives, trainee experiences, and tangible research outcomes.
- Assessment of program design, curriculum, and mentorship strategies.
Main Results:
- Variations identified in program aims, scope, and target career stages (early vs. mid-career).
- Differences noted in the types of research capacity-building activities and support provided.
- Outputs varied, reflecting diverse program goals and participant engagement levels.
Conclusions:
- International programs for global cardiovascular research capacity building show diverse approaches.
- Harmonization and evaluation are needed to optimize training and maximize impact.
- Addressing research, policy, and implementation requires a multi-faceted capacity-building strategy.
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