Opportunities for Epidemiologists in Implementation Science: A Primer.

Neta G, Brownson RC, Chambers DA. (2018) Opportunities for Epidemiologists in Implementation Science: A Primer. Am J Epidemiol, 187(5), 899-910.

This paper provides epidemiologists with a primer in implementation science, which includes dissemination research and implementation research as defined by the National Institutes of Health. It describes the basic principles of implementation science, highlight key components for conducting research, provide examples of implementation studies that encompass epidemiology, and offer resources and opportunities for continued learning.