Methodological review: Prioritizing a future research agenda for overcoming immunization implementation barriers in Pakistan

This methodological review highlights the value of structured and participatory processes in identifying priority research areas for immunization implementation. However, their success depends not on just the process itself but also on being reflective, inclusive and able to manage complex challenges. Future, efforts in Pakistan and similar settings should balance real-world limitation with strategies to ensure equity and stakeholder engagement. This case adds to the global conversation on strengthening methods for setting health research priorities in low-middle-income countries.

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Public Health in Practice
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2026-01-14
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.puhip.2026.100723
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Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
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Methodological review: Prioritizing a future research agenda for overcoming immunization implementation barriers in Pakistan

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This methodological review highlights the value of structured and participatory processes in identifying priority research areas for immunization implementation. However, their success depends not on just the process itself but also on being reflective, inclusive and able to manage complex challenges. Future, efforts in Pakistan and similar settings should balance real-world limitation with strategies to ensure equity and stakeholder engagement. This case adds to the global conversation on strengthening methods for setting health research priorities in low-middle-income countries.

Public Health in PracticeVol. 11
Aga Khan University (PK), Government of Pakistan (PK), Office of International Affairs (US), National Institute of Health (PK)
GAVI Alliance, Styrelsen för Internationellt Utvecklingssamarbete, UNICEF, National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research
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Openalex Percentile: Top 92%
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