Bridging the gap between research evidence and its implementation in public health practice: case studies of embedded research model.

Aim: To investigate the potential of embedded research in bridging the gap between research evidence and its implementation in public health practice.

Methods: Using a case study methodology, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 4 embedded researchers, 9 public health practitioners, and 4 other stakeholders (2 teachers and 2 students) across four case study sites. Sites and individuals were purposively selected.