What question did this study set out to answer?

To examine how knowledge mobilisation can bridge the gap between research and practice in healthcare.

June 10, 2026British Journal of Healthcare Management0 citations

Bridging the gap between research and practice: strategies for effective knowledge mobilisation in the evolving healthcare system

SNSamuel NdoroLancaster University SEStephen EdwardsPennine Care NHS Foundation Trust RMRosalind McNallyNewcastle University

Key Points

To examine how knowledge mobilisation can bridge the gap between research and practice in healthcare.
Explored benefits and risks of digital technologies in knowledge mobilisation.
Analyzed the role of knowledge brokers in facilitating effective healthcare practices.
Discussed collaborative strategies for integrating research into clinical practice.
Identified key benefits of using digital technologies, including improved collaboration and evidence-based decision making.
Outlined potential risks associated with knowledge mobilisation, such as misinformation and technology dependence.

Abstract

The gap between research and practice is a longstanding issue for the NHS, with knowledge mobilisation and ‘knowledge brokers’ stepping in to help bridge this divide. This article explores the potential benefits and risks of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, in building collaborative, safe and evidence-based healthcare practice through knowledge mobilisation.

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