Bridging the gaps between research, policy and practice in low- and middle-income countries: a survey of researchers

BACKGROUND: Many international statements have urged researchers, policy-makers and health care providers to collaborate in efforts to bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in low- and middle-income countries. We surveyed researchers in 10 countries about their involvement in such efforts. METHODS: We surveyed 308 researchers who conducted research on one of four clinical areas relevant to the Millennium Development Goals …