Abstract The aim of this study was to explore the usefulness of research circle methodology in the later stages of the research process. In an active collaboration with the researchers, participants, that is, users of research, discussed and prioritized research on home and health dynamics. Reflections, comments, and evaluations from both leaders and users were analyzed, applying content analysis. The usefulness of the research circle methodology from the users´ perspective reflected the importance of the content, form for research presentations, leadership methods, and the mix of participants. Research leaders reflect on the role as challenging and demanding, where the composition of users plays an important role for the usefulness of the methodology, as well as for practicalities, form, and content of the research presentations. Research circle methodology offers opportunities for knowledge translation; however, it is demanding and presents a range of challenges, such as the heterogeneity of the group, that needs further exploration.

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用户参与老年家庭与健康动态研究的研究圈方法论探索

摘要 本研究的目的是探索研究圈方法论在研究过程后期的有用性。在与研究人员、参与者（即研究用户）的积极合作中，讨论并优先考虑家庭和健康动态的研究。应用内容分析法分析了领导者和用户的反思、评论和评价。从用户的角度来看，研究圈方法论的有用性反映了内容、研究报告形式、领导方法和参与者组合的重要性。研究领导者认为这一角色具有挑战性和要求，其中用户的组成对于方法论的有用性以及研究演示的实用性、形式和内容起着重要作用。研究圈方法论为知识转化提供了机会；然而，它的要求很高，并提出了一系列挑战，例如群体的异质性，需要进一步探索。