U-CARE BrainPub: What works, for whom, and in what contexts? An introduction to realist reviews for complex interventions

Realist reviews are a theory-driven and pragmatic research approach to synthesising evidence on complex interventions. Traditionally, systematic reviews have focused primarily on determining the effectiveness of an intervention. In contrast, realist reviews are designed to explore how, why, for whom, and under what circumstances interventions work, or do not work. Realist methods are increasingly applied to health, social, and policy research to better understand interventions in relation to the complexity of real-world settings and diverse contexts.

In this seminar, Associate Senior Lecturer Sophie N. Gaber will discuss underlying principles, processes, and application of realist reviews and their relevance for complex interventions.

The seminar will be held in English and is open to anyone interested.

About Sophie N. Gaber

Sophie is a Docent in the Disciplinary Domain of Medicine and Pharmacy and an Associate Senior Lecturer in the Department of Women’s and Children’s Health. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on promoting equity and inclusion in health and digital health.