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ArticlePublic health action2014

The Ethiopian initiative to build sustainable capacity for operational research: overview and lessons learned.

E Klinkenberg, D Assefa, I D Rusen, R A Dlodlo, E Shimeles, B Kebede, D Fiseha, F Tsegaye, I Leimane, Y Teklai and 2 more

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12 authors at 5 institutions in 4 countries.

E KlinkenbergKNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, The Hague, The Netherlands ; Department of Global Health, Academic Medical Centre, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Institute for Global Health and Development, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
D AssefaTB CARE I/KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
I D RusenInternational Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, Paris, France.
R A DlodloInternational Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, Paris, France.
E ShimelesTB CARE I/KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
B KebedeFederal Ministry of Health, Addis Ababa.
D FisehaTB CARE I/KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ; Armauer Hansen Research Institute, Addis Ababa ; Tuberculosis Research Advisory Committee, Federal Ministry of Health, Addis Ababa.
F TsegayeTB CARE I/KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ; Armauer Hansen Research Institute, Addis Ababa ; Tuberculosis Research Advisory Committee, Federal Ministry of Health, Addis Ababa.
I LeimaneKNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, The Hague, The Netherlands.
Y TeklaiIndependent consultant, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
R DacombeLiverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
A AseffaArmauer Hansen Research Institute, Addis Ababa ; Tuberculosis Research Advisory Committee, Federal Ministry of Health, Addis Ababa.
Armauer Hansen Research Institute · ETInternational Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease · FRLiverpool School of Tropical Medicine · GBTuBerculosis Vaccine Initiative · NLUniversity of Amsterdam · NL

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

settingProgramme-based operational research is instrumental for the enhancement of tuberculosis (TB) control. In 2012, the Ethiopian Federal Ministry of Health launched an initiative for capacity building in operational research (OR).

objectiveTo develop sustainable capacity for OR in Ethiopia in a multiyear initiative.

designThe initiative was developed in collaboration with regional, national and international experts. Teams representing regions in Ethiopia conducted OR addressing national and regional priorities. To make use of local expertise and increase sustainability, a domestic mentor training programme was included. Existing capacity was enhanced through a competitive grant scheme providing TB researchers with financial and technical support. The Ethiopian Tuberculosis Research Advisory Committee was also supported in its functions. Regional ethics review bodies were strengthened or established where they did not exist.

resultsFifty-two people were trained and conducted 13 OR projects, of which six have been published to date. In addition, eight protocols were supported through grants. Ethics review bodies were strengthened in all regions.

conclusionThe initiative trained participants from all regions and succeeded in the completion of all stages of the OR process. The success of the programme can be attributed to the team approach, 'learning while doing', integrated mentorship programme and strong national ownership.

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PMID26478509
PMCPMC4542073
OpenAlexW2019291619

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