Disseminating research: how joint NHS and university posts can support this process.

This article outlines the key challenges inherent in sharing and disseminating research findings within NHS organisations. Staff working in joint posts between universities and clinical settings are in a unique position to address these challenges. They should encourage article publication, presentations, and the implementation of recommendations that are locally relevant. An action research approach is key to boosting the likelihood of findings being implemented. Such steps would also enable clinical staff to become more research aware.