Implementation Science and Nursing: Where are We Now? - Online Course

This online seminar introduces the state of our knowledge on implementation science in relation to nursing. A brief introduction to the basic framework, key elements, and misconceptions in implementation science, illustrated with examples, will be presented.

This course will retire after 31st August 2026.

Learning Outcomes:
After participating in this course, learners will be able to:

• Articulate the state of knowledge in implementation science in relation to nursing
• Discuss the key elements of implementation science as well as some of its misconceptions
• Identify at least two available resources for continual learning on the subject and related funding opportunities

Speaker Bio:

Claudia KY Lai, PhD, RN, FHKCERN, FHKCGN, FAAN
Claudia Lai is a professor at the Yamaguchi University and Editor-in-Chief of the journal Nursing and Health Sciences. A Sigma member since 1994, she actively participates in various task forces and was elected Sigma's first Asia Regional Coordinator (2011-2015). In 2018, she was inducted into International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and an active member of the National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence.