What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to identify the experiences, priorities, and needs of implementation scientists at UW–Madison to enhance dissemination and implementation efforts.

May 9, 2026Open Access

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

FRFelice ResnikUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison SEShellie EllisUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison CKCathy KellyUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison

Key Points

The aim is to identify the experiences, priorities, and needs of implementation scientists at UW–Madison to enhance dissemination and implementation efforts.
Conducted a landscape survey via REDCap to individuals engaged with the D&I listserv or events.
Invited 851 participants, receiving 229 responses (26.5% response rate) from faculty, staff, and students across multiple UW schools.
Assessed D&I identity, skills, barriers, and support preferences.
67% of respondents identify as contributing to D&I science, but 33% report lack of training or awareness.
41% of respondents rated their skills as beginner while only 4% considered themselves experts.
47% reported receiving D&I training, with key support needs including funding and training on implementation frameworks.

Abstract

Objectives/Goals: The Dissemination and Implementation (D 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.

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