Pathfinder Projects
Pathfinder is an "add-on" study to a research project (host study) that maps out research cycle processes to identify key obstacles the host study faces, such as those related to skills gaps, technological infrastructures, data systems and tools. Critically, it seeks to help identify solutions to overcome these obstacles based on knowledge and best practices.
| Pathfinder's dynamic is the use of a "Tracker" to organise the activities carried out in the host studies. The tool includes mapping deadlines, challenges and limitations, potential, lessons learned, tools and skills needed for each of the stages of the host study, namely research planning; data management and access; data analysis; results and impact; and stakeholder involvement. | Filling in the "tracker" to be as faithful as possible to the stages of the host study benefits from data production and collection methods, together with the team that developed (or is developing) the study. In this way, qualitative research is an excellent strategy for obtaining the necessary information about the host study. |
Read more about Pathfinders and the qualitative methodology adopted by the Pathfinders Vacina Maré and Birth in Brazil II
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