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Drs. Katrina Korfmacher and Julia Brody outline a framework for researchers to responsibly share study results with participants. They emphasize that simply sending medical journals is insufficient. Instead, they recommend a “community-based participatory research” approach. This involves engaging participants early to determine their preferred communication methods and information needs. The researchers suggest creating accessible, lay-language summaries that explain key findings, contexts, and potential implications without overwhelming technical jargon. By prioritizing clear, two-way communication, scientists can ensure that communities understand relevant data. Ultimately, this strategy empowers participants, builds trust, and ensures that research findings are useful and understandable to those who contributed to the data.
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