Partnerships for Innovation
Research and Evaluation
ORAU Offers Research and Evaluation Solutions that Redefine Your Health Communications Plan
Effective health communication programs are built on solid research and evaluation. From assessing human health hazards to testing communications materials using a representative audience, Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) can help your organization identify health issues, audience perceptions, communication needs and then suggest behavioral change strategies.
We partner with our customers to develop protocols, conduct focus groups, report findings and recommendations, and provide logistical support that can help refine the design, implementation and overall quality of your health communication intervention.
Our research and evaluation expertise is also focused in these areas:
Process and Program Evaluation
Regardless of your agency’s goals, needs or resources, ORAU can help you choose the right evaluation method to best meet your needs.
Data Collection and Analysis
No matter what stage of the process you are in, we can collect and analyze your program data with any one or more of our collection methods.
Media Analysis
ORAU is experienced in assisting your agency in identifying trends related to emerging health issues.