Knowledge Translation

Knowledge translation (KT) is the process by which new knowledge is translated into information that benefits society, through changed policies, behaviors, programs and practices. KT is more than the simple dissemination of knowledge; it is the application of knowledge to solve societal problems. In the health care arena, KT refers to the process of translating new research findings into improvements in treatment, patient care, health services delivery, and health care policy and programs.

NIDRR Knowledge Translation Projects

In addition to the MSKTC, NIDRR funds 7 knowledge translation projects.

  • ABLEDATA, Macro International (PI Katherine Belnap)
  • RUSH (Research Utilization Support and Help), Southwest Educational Development Laboratories (SEDL) – (PI John Westbrook)
  • NARIC, National Rehabilitation Center, HeiTech Services (PI Mark Odem)

  • Innovative Knowledge Dissemination and Utilization for Disability and Professional Organizations and Stakeholders, Boston University (PIs Marianne Farkas & Sally Rogers)

  • CIRRIE (Center for International Research Information and Exchange), State University of NY at Buffalo - (PI John Stone)
  • NCDDR (National Center for the Dissemination of Rehabilitation Research), Southwest Educational Development Laboratories (SEDL) (PI John Westbrook)
  • CORC (Coordination, Outreach and Resource Center), Virginia Commonwealth University (PI Brian McMahon)










What is Knowledge Translation?
"...a process that involves 'all steps between the creation of new
knowledge and its application and use to yield beneficial outcomes for
society"

Knowledge translation strategy 2004-2009:
Innovation in action. Ottawa, ON: Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
2004, p. 4).