Table 2 Opinion Leaders' Network Survey Results
From: "Harnessing genomics to improve health in India" – an executive course to support genomics policy
Goals of network | • Dissemination of information |
|---|---|
• Exchange of ideas | |
• Maintaining inter-connectivity | |
• Consensus building through wide participation | |
• Influencing policy and media | |
Access | • 24 (89%) no access issues – reliable connectivity from home/work |
• 3 needed some assistance with email access (internet connection at work; compensation for access; help to post responses) | |
Obstacles to participation | • 23 (85%) identified lack of time due to professional responsibilities. |
• Most people willing to dedicate 1 hour a week to the network. | |
• 1 person stated inability to impact policy would discourage him/her from participating in the network | |
• 3 people had no time/work constraints for participation |