USO DA ABORDAGEM TRANSFER EM DIÁLOGO DE POLÍTICAS NO CONTEXTO BRASILEIRO

Abstract

The use of high-quality scientific evidence in the formulation of public health policies depends on the active engagement of stakeholders, the establishment of trust-based relationships, and collaboration between researchers and decision-makers. This study aimed to describe an initial policy dialogue, using the TRANSFER conversation guide to explore and refine the research question of a systematic review on strategies to prevent viral respiratory infections among healthcare workers. The TRANSFER approach is a guide for review authors that seeks to assess and enhance the transferability of review findings through stakeholder collaboration. This approach leads to the refinement of the review question, the identification of factors that may influence transferability, and the definition of contextual characteristics specified in the review. The study involved healthcare professionals, researchers, policy-makers, and representatives of civil society. The process was evaluated using two validated instruments that measured the utility and quality of the dialogue. The results indicated that participants perceived the initiative as positive, relevant, and inclusive. Stakeholder engagement can foster inclusion and collaboration with individuals who offer unique perspectives and have a direct interest in research outcomes, serving as a strategy to make research more context-sensitive, applicable, and responsive to the actual needs of health services.