On 28 November, Pharmalys hosted an online webinar titled ‘Implementation Research: What is it about and what is its value?’ as part of the CREDO (Clinical Research Excellence and Development Opportunity) initiative. CREDO, for which Pharmalys serves as the institutional sponsor, continues to support knowledge sharing within the clinical research community. The event brought together 136 participants from various sectors of clinical research, public health, and academia to gain insights from renowned experts in implementation research.
This webinar highlighted the importance of understanding how clinical research translates into effective, real-world solutions. Featuring three notable speakers, it offered an in-depth look at the challenges and opportunities in this domain, while providing actionable insights for participants.
The Guest Speakers
The event opened with a presentation by Professor Piero Olliaro, who explored key considerations for designing clinical trials. His discussion emphasised the complexities involved in tailoring trials to generate meaningful outcomes that can directly impact health systems and patient care.
Following Professor Olliaro’s session, Professor Christian Burri delved into the broader implications of implementation research. He explained how this field extends beyond the confirmation of clinical trial results, underscoring its role in bridging the gap between research findings and their application in diverse healthcare settings.
Rounding out the lineup was Professor Ghyslain Mombo-Ngoma, who shared valuable insights from his work at CERMEL (Centre de Recherches Médicales de Lambaréné) in Gabon. His talk focused on translating research outcomes into practical, real-world interventions, using examples from CERMEL’s impactful initiatives.
Each speaker brought a wealth of experience to the discussion, providing participants with a clearer understanding of the strategic and operational aspects of implementation research.
Highlights
The success of the webinar was reflected not only in the high turnout but also in the engagement of attendees, who posed a variety of questions during the Q&A session. These included inquiries about distinguishing between explanatory, pragmatic, and implementation studies, the role of authorities in supporting research, and effective strategies for engaging communities in clinical trials. The questions showcased the participants’ diverse expertise and interests in the practical and collaborative aspects of implementation research.
Participants represented a wide array of professional backgrounds, underscoring the growing relevance of implementation research across disciplines. Feedback from attendees emphasised the value of the speakers’ perspectives, as well as the practical applicability of the topics covered.
A Step Toward Advancing Implementation Research
Pharmalys is proud to have hosted this webinar under the CREDO banner. It reflects our commitment to fostering collaboration and learning within the global research community. By providing a platform for meaningful dialogue on the integration of research into practice, we aim to support innovative approaches that ultimately lead to better health outcomes.
For those who were unable to join live, a video recording of the full webinar is available below.
As implementation research continues to evolve, events like these play a vital role in driving progress. We thank our speakers, participants, and the entire Pharmalys team for their contributions to this successful webinar and look forward to hosting future discussions under CREDO.
A special thank you to Véronique Ropion, our Strategic Projects Director at Pharmalys, for organising this event and ensuring its seamless delivery.
Learn More
If you’re interested in exploring the value of implementation research further, we invite you to watch the recorded webinar here: CREDO Webinar 2024 | Implementation research: what is it about and what is its value?
Milena Henderson
Project Manager, Marketing & Communications, Pharmalys Ltd
