Committee on Clinical Research, Implementation Science, and Evidence-Based Practice

Liaisons with the VP for Science and Research

Charge

Monitor trends and issues regarding clinical practice research, implementation science, knowledge translation, and evidence-based practice in communication sciences and disorders (CSD); monitor the challenges and opportunities to enhance and expand clinical practice research, implementation science, knowledge translation, and evidence-based practice in CSD; generate reports to inform strategic planning efforts and otherwise advising the Association—including staff, members, committees, boards, and councils—regarding matters pertaining to clinical practice research, implementation science, knowledge translation, and evidence-based practice in CSD; and provide guidance about resources and programs that ASHA could develop or enhance to facilitate the advancement of clinical practice research, implementation science, knowledge translation, and evidence-based practice in CSD.

Composition

8 individuals who collectively have expertise related to clinical practice research, implementation science, knowledge translation, and evidence-based practice.

Members

Meghan M. Davidson (Chair)
Sumitrajit Dhar (VPSR)
Carolyn R. Baylor
Katheryn L. Boada
Francoise Brosseau-Lapre
Nicholas S. Reed
Megan E. Schliep
Marisha Speights Atkins
Andrew J. Vermiglio

Term

3 years

Commitments/Obligations

Participate in monthly conference calls and up to two annual in-person meetings
Contribute to the committee's work as well as to that of any CRISP sub-committee on which you agree to serve
Monitor the scientific, political, and practice landscapes related to the committee's charge and report to the group about emerging trends
Provide expertise and perspectives related to advancing clinical research, implementation science, and evidence-based practice in CSD

Desired Service Qualifications/Experiences

Expertise with evidence-based practice, clinical practice research, and/or dissemination and implementation science
Clinical experience, teaching experience, or research experience related to evidence-based practice, clinical practice research, and/or dissemination and implementation science