Dissemination & Implementation (D&I) Research

The NIH supports dissemination and implementation (D&I) research on how evidence-based practices, interventions, and policies are effectively translated to and used in real-world settings like hospitals, schools, and communities.

D&I Theories, Models, and Frameworks

D&I theories, models, and frameworks give researchers a systematic way to understand, use, and evaluate evidence-based interventions in specific settings.

Dissemination & Implementation Models in Health Research and Practice

An interactive website for selecting, adapting, and integrating D&I Models in research and practice, and finding existing measurement instruments for the model constructs.

Quality Enhancement Research Initiative (QUERI) Implementation Roadmap

A guide that introduces approaches to doing research on implementation, including methods, tools, resources, and more.

Group-Evaluated Measures (GEM)

This National Cancer Institute database provides researchers with information about behavioral, social science, and other scientific measures organized by associated constructs. GEM aims to promote the use of standardized measures for prospective research and facilitate the ability to share harmonized data resulting from the use of standardized measures.

Research Into Practice

Find information on and examples of the successful implementation of research into practice.

Funding

Interested in funding opportunities or planning to submit an application in D&I research? Use these tools to find what you need:

Training and Education

Learn about NIH programs to help you prepare for careers in D&I research.

Training Institute for Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health

The Training Institute for Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health (TIDIRH) was developed by the NIH to help build capacity in dissemination and implementation research. Offered annually and hosted by the NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR), in coordination with a number of NIH Institutes and Centers and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), TIDIRH provides participants with a thorough grounding in conducting D&I research in health across all areas of health and health care.

Training Institute for Dissemination and Implementation Research in Cancer

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS) hosts the Training Institute for Dissemination and Implementation Research in Cancer (TIDIRC) to provide participants with a thorough grounding in conducting D&I research with a specific focus on cancer, across the cancer control continuum. Participants are expected to return to their home institutions prepared to share what they have learned to help further the field of D&I research.

Training Opportunities in Prevention Research Methods: D&I Research

Find seminars, courses, webinars, online tutorials, and more in prevention research methodology, focusing on study design, intervention design, data analysis, and measurement methods.

NIH Institutes/Centers and Federal Partner Activities

Many NIH Institutes and Centers actively engage in and support D&I research and may be helpful starting points as you plan your research or if you’re exploring the latest work in a specific area.

We encourage you to use the links provided to find the most up-to-date information, including how to contact program officials who may be able to address your specific questions.