Understanding how to implement effective healthcare practices
Official title: MECHANISMS: The MECHANics of Implementation Strategies and MeasureS
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10876122 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to help healthcare providers use the best practices for delivering treatments, like behavioral therapies for conditions such as cancer, by creating a helpful website with strategies that fit their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | June 30, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $641,165 |
| NIH project number | 7R01CA262325-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10876122 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients receiving behavioral therapies or interventions for conditions like cancer who may benefit from improved implementation strategies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing behavioral therapies or interventions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms behind implementing evidence-based healthcare practices to overcome local barriers to effective service delivery. By identifying the linkages between implementation strategies and their outcomes, the project aims to create a database and user-friendly website that provides tailored strategies for practitioners. The research will develop robust measures to evaluate these strategies, ultimately enhancing the ability of healthcare providers to select the most effective approaches for their specific contexts. This work is crucial for improving the delivery of behavioral therapies and interventions for various conditions, including cancers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective healthcare practices that improve patient outcomes and access to care.
How similar studies have gone: Other research in implementation science has shown promise in improving healthcare delivery, suggesting that this approach could yield significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weiner, Bryan J. — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Weiner, Bryan J.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.