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Operational research in malaria--why and how?

R C Sharma1, G P Dhillon, S M Kaul

  • 1Regional Medical Research Centre (ICMR), Chandrashekharpur, Bhubneswar, India.

The Journal of Communicable Diseases
|February 18, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Operational research is crucial for the National Malaria Eradication Programme (NMEP) in India. Current scientific knowledge lacks direct relevance to NMEP implementation, highlighting a need for applied research.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Malariology
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Existing research has minimally impacted the National Malaria Eradication Programme (NMEP) due to a lack of operational focus.
  • India possesses substantial scientific knowledge and technical expertise relevant to malaria control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the rationale for conducting operational research specifically tailored to the National Malaria Eradication Programme's working conditions.
  • To bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical implementation in malaria eradication efforts.

Main Methods:

  • This paper discusses the theoretical basis and necessity for operational research within the NMEP framework.
  • It emphasizes the need for research directly applicable to programme implementation.

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Main Results:

  • A significant gap exists between available scientific knowledge and the operational research required for effective NMEP implementation.
  • The study identifies the critical need for context-specific operational research to enhance malaria eradication strategies.

Conclusions:

  • There is a clear need for operational research to effectively implement the National Malaria Eradication Programme in India.
  • Future research should prioritize practical, program-relevant studies to improve malaria control outcomes.