Table 2. Scoring criteria for setting research priorities.

Criteria	Definition
Answerability	The research question can be ethically answered.
Effectiveness	The new knowledge is likely to result in an effective intervention or programme.
Deliverability	The intervention or programme will be deliverable, acceptable and affordable.
Potential impact	The intervention or programme has the potential to substantially reduce maternal and perinatal mortality, morbidity and long-term disabilities.
Equity	The intervention or programme will reach the most vulnerable groups.