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. 2005 Sep 15;2(4):A16.

Table 2.

Twelve Recommendations for the Future of Science-based Policy

Area Essential Recommendation
Knowledge generation Credible design Use high-quality study designs and apply a systematic approach in research to prevent the false-positive research cycle.
Accurate data Apply existing methods and develop new methods for reducing bias and increasing data accuracy obtained from scientific research.
Sound analysis Apply sound analysis methods to produce high-quality results from scientific research.
Comprehensive synthesis Use existing tools and develop new tools for summarizing scientific findings.
Knowledge exchange Relevant content Apply existing methods and develop new methods to extract relevant content from existing information.
Appropriate translation Develop new techniques for information translation, and simplify the science–user interface.
Timely dissemination Develop innovative ways to disseminate information in a timely way.
Modulated release Create new methods for organizing the release of prioritized information.
Knowledge uptake Accessible information Invent new ways to market health information and make it more accessible.
Readable message Produce information in a readable, understandable format that is relevant to the audience.
Motivated user Educate and motivate policymakers so that they actively seek out scientific evidence to make decisions.
Rewarding outcome Develop new ways to effectively show how using science to make decisions is beneficial.