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From Paper to Practice: The GuiDiR Framework

Research Without Reach is a Waste: Introducing the GuiDiR Framework

Did you know? Less than 1/3 of research evidence is ever translated into policy or practice.

Publishing in a journal is no longer enough. If you want real-world impact, you need a strategy.

Researchers from NIHR and ARC East of England have launched GuiDiR (Guide to Disseminating Research)—a practical, evidence-based framework to fix the "communication gap."

The 5-Step GuiDiR Formula:

1. Identify Audience: Who actually needs this info? (Patients? Policymakers?)
2. Address Barriers: What stops them from using your findings?
3. Refine Message: Ditch the jargon. Make it accessible.
4. Implement Strategy: Go beyond the academic bubble.
5. Evaluate Impact: Measure what changed.

The Key Takeaway: Don't treat dissemination as an afterthought. As Professor Debi Bhattacharya says, "Academic journals are ineffective at reaching all audiences." Start planning your communication before you start your research.

Source:

https://arc-eoe.nihr.ac.uk/news-blogs/news-latest/new-guidance-how-disseminate-research-findings