Preterm Birth and Healthy Outcomes Team: the science and strategy of team-based investigation

Abstract

The solutions to complex health and social problems compel us to collaborate interdisciplinary approaches and to encourage cross-sector thinking. The current time required to translate science into practice can be abbreviated through partnership and engagement. The opportunity for high quality science to be used as evidence in decision making is contingent on researchers seeking opportunities to be invited to the decision making table. PreHOT, with support from its partners and funders, has attempted to create a research platform that can respond to emerging scientific discoveries as well as clinical and program needs related to preterm birth. Through a team approach and a shared vision, PreHOT has been inspired to develop new methods and processes to address the complex issue of preterm birth with the hope of reducing the burden of adverse birth outcomes on families and society.