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This archived reference library has been redesigned to make browsing, filtering and related guidance easier to find. Records reflect the historic collection and may not represent all current literature.

Independent guidance for better public participation in health and care research
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Evidence library

Explore archived references that examine how public involvement is understood, carried out and reflected on in health, public health and social care research.

About the collection

References for learning from public involvement

This library brings together reports and articles about the impact, nature and practical experience of public involvement in research.

Use the search and filters to locate material by research area, category, stage of involvement or document type. The collection is retained as an archive, so users should consider publication dates and context when reviewing individual records.

For material focused on practical methods, visit the Putting it into Practice database.

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