Translational behavioral medicine

01 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag076

Identifying capacity building priorities for implementation science in suicide prevention: a concept mapping study in Australia

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Sadhvi Krishnamoorthy, Luke Bayliss, Lennart Reifels et al.

Background: Capacity building in the science and practice of implementation is critical for driving and evaluating meaningful change. However, capacity needs of stakeholders to effectively apply implementation science in suicide preventi...

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02 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag049

The multiphase optimization strategy in healthcare research: a scoping review of applications and a proposed preliminary phase-specific reporting checklist

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Silan Yang, Yao Luo, Sijie Hu et al.

Background: The multiphase optimization strategy is employed to develop multi-component interventions that strike a balance between effectiveness, affordability, scalability, and efficiency. Detailed reporting is crucial for enhancing th...

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03 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag073

Adaptations of an evidence-based intervention for child obesity treatment delivered in a home health setting: a brief report

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Alyssa M Button, Angelle Ullmer, Peter T Katzmarzyk et al.

Background: Access remains a key barrier preventing families from enrolling in intensive health behavior and lifestyle treatment (IHBLT) to manage their obesity. Purpose: This demonstration project integrated the Positive Actions Towards...

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04 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag074

Building bridges, breaking silos: a social network analysis of collaboration in an implementation science center for addiction health services

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Helene Chokron Garneau, Wouter Vermeer, Savanna Stromberg et al.

Background: Large scale collaborative or research centers are designed to accelerate scientific progress, promote sustained collaboration, and bridge gaps across areas of expertise. Traditionally, metrics of evaluation for such centers h...

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05 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag072

Multi-method, longitudinal documentation of adaptations and their impact in the Accelerating Colorectal Cancer Screening and Follow-up through Implementation Science San Diego colorectal cancer screening implementation study

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Valesca Largaespada, Jesse N Nodora, Jennifer Covin et al.

Background: Adaptations are common in implementation studies, yet they are rarely documented systematically. Understanding when, why, and how adaptations occur can improve implementation processes, support interpretation of study outcome...

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06 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag071

Bridging the gap between intervention and implementation science methodologies in physical activity research

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Jacob Szeszulski, Cassandra M Beattie, Gabrielli T de Mello et al.

Despite substantial investment in physical activity research and the development of numerous evidence-based interventions, translation into routine practice remains slow and inconsistent. Dissemination and implementation (D&I) science of...

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07 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag069

Intermittent fasting versus continuous calorie energy reduction in prostate cancer patients on active surveillance

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Karen H Kim Yeary, Han Yu, Ahmed A Hussein et al.

Background: Prostate cancer (PCa) is the most common cancer in US men. Nearly half of those diagnosed with PCa present with low-risk disease based on clinical guidelines, for which active surveillance (AS) is increasingly recommended by ...

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08 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag067

Cost-effectiveness of a web-based peer-delivered physical activity program for breast cancer survivors

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Brian K Chen, Madison M Kindred, Danielle M Ostendorf et al.

Background: Breast cancer survivors are increasing in number and living longer but often experience reduced quality of life (QOL) from treatment sequelae. Physical activity (PA) interventions can improve QOL, but many rely on costly spec...

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09 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag070

Artificial intelligence in implementation research: a scoping review of applications and recommendations

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Jiani Ma, Hanlu Shi, Yuxin Zhang et al.

Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) holds considerable potential for addressing challenges in knowledge translation and implementation research, including increasing the speed of knowledge synthesis, tailoring of implementation stra...

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10 7 January 2026

DOI 10.1093/tbm/ibag066

Ojo 2— barriers and recommendations for the recruitment, retention, and implementation of remote physical activity interventions for older Latinos

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Jocelyn Ocampo-Mota, Dayane Padilla, Brynne Karlinsey Skidmore et al.

Background: Older Latinos participate in low levels of physical activity (PA), despite it being a protective factor against chronic diseases, like Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias . PA interventions, like the BAILAMOS™ dance pro...

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