Infectious disease research in forcibly displaced populations: A systematic review in low- and middle-income host countries.

Neila Gross, Maia C Tarnas, Rashmina J Sayeeda, Carly Ching, David Flynn, Muhammad H Zaman

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Advancing health research practices among forcibly displaced populations: A multidisciplinary stakeholder workshop.Health research policy and systems · 2026
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Neila GrossDepartment of Materials Science and Engineering, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA.

Maia C TarnasDepartment of Population Health and Disease Prevention, University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA, USA.

Rashmina J SayeedaDepartment of Neuroscience, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA.

Carly ChingDepartment of Biomedical Engineering, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA.

David FlynnDepartment of Medical Sciences and Education, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA.

Muhammad H ZamanDepartment of Biomedical Engineering, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA.

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Abstract

Background: Infectious disease research is essential for disease prevention and management within refugee camps and informal settlements. The objective of this study is to identify the characteristics of existing infectious disease research in these settings and to assess stated research challenges, ethical considerations, and studied interventions within these studies. Methods: This is a systematic review of forty primary studies focused on infectious disease research conducted among displaced populations. Included studies are published in English between 1995 and 2023. Three databases were searched, PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science, and this review was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023461567). The risk of bias of the studies was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Results: 85 % of studies ( Discussion: While guidelines for conducting research in displaced settings exist, there are gaps in their utilization. We identified a disconnect between where displaced individuals reside and where research is conducted, as well as a prioritization of particular infectious diseases. Researchers identified numerous challenges in conducting research in these settings, though the community was rarely involved in the research. Context-specific considerations and community involvement are vital in research with displaced communities. Funding: Wellcome Trust (Contract Number C-010,656).

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EthicsForcibly displaced peopleInfectious diseaseResearch practices

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PMID40687925

DOI10.1016/j.jmh.2025.100341

PMCPMC12271074

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