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Fragmented Knowledge: Bridging the Divide from Naive Praxis to Robust Co-creation

by Katrina Messiha, Danielle Agnello, Giuliana Longworth, Quentin Loisel

In research, the transition from naive practice to a robust co-creation approach is hindered by fragmented knowledge about co-creation. This fragmentation arises from diverse theories, methods and perspectives linked to co-creation, with very little cross-learning between fields and contexts. This complicates the synthesis of existing… Read More »Fragmented Knowledge: Bridging the Divide from Naive Praxis to Robust Co-creation

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The keys to a successful multidisciplinary project

by Quentin Loisel

Quentin Loisel is part of the work package aiming to develop technologies enabling evidence-based co-creation. His work bridges technology and the fundamental human dimension within the values of the complex co-creation process. His work recently focused on how generative artificial intelligence can improve governance, collective… Read More »The keys to a successful multidisciplinary project

Katrina’s Secondment in Brussels at EuroHealthNet

by Katrina Messiha

Exciting developments unfolded in Brussels as Katrina Messiha concluded her secondment at EuroHealthNet on December 15th, 2023. In her role as an Academic and Policy Researcher, Katrina focused on crafting a Policy Précis addressing health equity through inclusive participatory processes. This document provides a comprehensive… Read More »Katrina’s Secondment in Brussels at EuroHealthNet

Katrina’s Secondment in Cambridge, the ComPHAD project

by Katrina Messiha

Katrina Messiha, in her capacity as a Visiting Researcher at the University of Cambridge through the NIHR-funded ComPHAD project, has been involved in integrating her PhD work to contribute to the advancement of brain health research, with a focus on prioritising historically marginalised groups. Since… Read More »Katrina’s Secondment in Cambridge, the ComPHAD project

How to Co-Create in the Real World: Danielle’s Secondment to Waag Futurelab

by Danielle Agnello

The question of “Why research co-creation when it’s been used for decades?” is a familiar inquiry in co-creation circles. In response, our PhD Fellow, Danielle Agnello, embarks on a valuable secondment, collaborating with the innovative minds at Waag Futurelab in Amsterdam. Danielle is leading a… Read More »How to Co-Create in the Real World: Danielle’s Secondment to Waag Futurelab

How to Co-Creation with Powerful Players: Danielle’s Secondment to the University of Oxford

by Danielle Agnello

Danielle Agnello joined the University of Oxford as an Academic Visitor. Collaborating with the Sustainable Healthy Food Group (SHFG) over several months, Danielle delved into the intricacies of co-creating policy- and community-level interventions for sustainable and healthy food practices. The collaborative efforts focused on developing… Read More »How to Co-Creation with Powerful Players: Danielle’s Secondment to the University of Oxford

Katrina Messiha Showcases Co-Creation in Public Health at Key European Events

by Katrina Messiha

In Brussels, Katrina Messiha immersed herself in co-creation, participatory processes, collaboration among EU member states and public health initiatives. Notably, she made a recent contribution to the MOSAIC Project Final Event, through a poster presentation (see poster here) underlining the significance of critical realism in… Read More »Katrina Messiha Showcases Co-Creation in Public Health at Key European Events

Danielle’s Co-Creation Gifts to You: Some Key Resources Generated in 2023

by Danielle Agnello

Concluding a remarkably productive and collaborative year, Danielle extends sincere appreciation to the remarkable network that has made 2023 impactful. The engagement and connections have been invaluable, shaping a year filled with collaboration and growth. Warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a Happy… Read More »Danielle’s Co-Creation Gifts to You: Some Key Resources Generated in 2023

Inter-rater reliability of the ‘Tool for assessing determinants of health in public space’ in a co-creative urban design process with care home residents in Barcelona: A Health CASCADE study.

by Jorge Zapata

Urban design often neglects older adults’ needs, especially those living in care homes. This oversight can lead to environments detrimental to their health and well-being. Embracing a co-creative approach, our team delved into the heart of Barcelona’s urban fabric, with a local tool designed to… Read More »Inter-rater reliability of the ‘Tool for assessing determinants of health in public space’ in a co-creative urban design process with care home residents in Barcelona: A Health CASCADE study.

Systematic Review of Contemporary Theories Used for Co-creation, Co-design and Co-production in Public Health

by Katrina Messiha

In the first systematic review of its kind, published in the Journal of Public Health (Oxford University Press), a diverse team of co-creation researchers, led by Katrina Messiha, identified and summarized contemporary (explicit) theories used in co-creation, co-design and co-production within public health research. A… Read More »Systematic Review of Contemporary Theories Used for Co-creation, Co-design and Co-production in Public Health

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