223 Strengthening dissemination and implementation capacity at UW–Madison: A landscape survey to inform and support the translational science workforce

Objectives/Goals: The Dissemination and Implementation (D&I) Launchpad at the University of Wisconsin – Madison (UW) supports a growing community of implementation scientists with the goal of strengthening the field. We conducted a survey to identify those doing the work, assess experiences, priorities, and needs to strengthen D&I at UW. Methods/Study Population: In September 2025, the UW ICTR D&I Launchpad administered a landscape survey via REDCap to UW individuals who had signed up for the D&I listserv, attended a D&I event, or received a D&I grant. The survey was also promoted at events for broader participation. The survey assessed D&I identity, skills, training experiences and needs, barriers, support preferences, and network. Of 851 invited and 13 requests, 229 responded (26.5% response rate). Respondents were 53% faculty, 39% staff, and 8% students/postdocs from over 10 UW schools, colleges, and partners. Results/Anticipated Results: Most respondents (67%) identified as contributing to D&I science; 33% said “No” or “Not sure,” citing lack of training, awareness, or other identity. Skill levels varied: 41% beginner, 39% intermediate, 12% advanced, and 4% expert. Top support needs for D&I research were funding, training, grant advice, and consultations. 47% reported receiving D&I training, most frequently through UW programs, coursework, and national programs. Requested training topics included implementation frameworks, strategy design, and trial design. 59% reported challenges, including funding, IRB, and lack of collaborators. Barriers to participating in training included time, cost, and relevance. Most individuals expressed interest in future D&I training, events, and growing the D&I community at UW. Discussion/Significance of Impact: The survey revealed strong interest in D&I across UW, with many contributing to the field but lacking formal training or support. Findings will guide the D&I Launchpad’s efforts to expand training, resources, and the D&I community network.