Mixed Methods Research, Community-Based Participatory Research and Qualitative Research (MMR-CBPR-QR) Approaches Core

The Mixed Methods Research-Community Based Participatory Research-Qualitative Research Approaches (MMR-CBPR-QR) Core was developed following the increase in recognition of these approaches in social and behavioral sciences, and in the increased calls by funders for research using these methodologies.

These three methodologies meaningfully intersect with each other (use similar methods, have shared philosophy and values, and pursue the common goal of finding solutions to promote positive change).

The MMR-CBPR-QR Core capitalizes on these complementary approaches to enable UAB investigators to develop applied knowledge and skills in each of these three methodologies.

The Core addresses the needs of investigators in using MMR, CBPR, QR to:

• Secure extramural funding;
• Enhance scholarship;
• Promote health equity;
• Promote community-engaged research;
• Develop applied knowledge and skills in these methodologies.

Research Methodologies

Mixed Methods Research (MMR)

A pragmatic research approach that meaningfully integrates qualitative stakeholder engagement methods (e.g., interviews and focus groups) with quantitative outcome-focused approaches (e.g., surveys and measurements) to gain more comprehensive solutions to complex research problems.

Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR)

A collaborative research approach that equitably involves all partners (academia and community) in the research process and recognizes the unique strength that each brings into it.

Qualitative Research (QR)

A naturalistic research approach that aims at gaining deep understanding of the human experience and behavior through interpreting perspectives of a purposefully selected group of people collected via interviews, focus groups and naturalistic observations.

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