A multiple case study of intersectoral public health networks: experiences and benefits of using research

Table 7 Summary of findings

Thematic findings	Site 1	Site 2	Site 3	Site 4
Experiences of PH networks using research & knowledge:
A range of knowledge sources used (explicit and tacit)	+	+	+	+
Knowledge used in a holistic, not hierarchical, fashion	+	+	+	+
Research and knowledge actively introduced/gathered by network members	+			+
Benefits of research & knowledge for PH networks:
Knowledge exchange transformed network functioning	+
Research & knowledge supported network activities		+
Research & knowledge focused the role of network			+
Research & knowledge central to purpose and function of network	+			+
Research & knowledge from network helps members in their professional roles	+		+	+
Research & knowledge from network helps members personally	+		+	+
Research & knowledge from network helps members understand community			+
Working together on research brings trust and knowledge of others’ skills	+		+

ISSN: 1478-4505