SKALA
Guidelines, Clinical Analysis and Local Application - SKALA (IP-UNIST-36)
Project Title: Guidelines, Clinical Analysis and Local Application - SKALA (IP-UNIST-36)
Applicant: University of Split, School of Medicine
Grant: EUR 237,793.50
Project duration: 01/10/2025 - 30/09/2029
Project leader: Assoc. Prof. Tina Poklepović Peričić, PhD
Contact: Assist. Prof. Tina Poklepović Peričić;
tina.poklepovic.pericic@mefst.hr
Project Description
The project focuses on analyzing and mapping available scientific evidence using advanced digital tools and artificial intelligence to identify research trends, identify gaps in existing research, and conduct research to address challenges arising from insufficient evidence for decision-making in specific fields.
In addition to synthesizing results of existing research, the project includes conducting primary research using quantitative and qualitative methods to answer clinically relevant questions, while considering the healthcare system context and the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. Emphasis is placed on an interdisciplinary approach in defining key clinical questions and research priorities in cooperation with experts and patient representatives.
The project also includes education of professionals and patients on the methodology of developing and assessing the quality of clinical practice guidelines. At the same time, these activities will serve as a foundation for developing, adapting, or updating clinical practice guidelines in Croatia based on the GRADE methodology, while laying the groundwork for establishing a national GRADE network.
The project will result in the development of a platform and interactive database with available recommendations for specific medical questions, as well as educational materials and valuable digital content. Additionally, the project includes activities aimed at popularizing science and lifelong learning through roundtables, media publications, and social network communication, as well as strengthening international cooperation and scientific productivity.
Main Project Objectives
Scientific Excellence
The project encourages the publication of high-quality scientific papers in open-access journals, strengthens international visibility and citation, and actively involves young researchers in scientific activities.
Research Infrastructure
Testing and standardization of digital tools and AI systems for scientific evidence analysis, literature mapping, automated use of electronic health data, and the application of advanced tools in primary clinical research provide valuable support for conducting high-quality research.
International Cooperation
Partnerships with relevant international organizations are established through joint scientific and educational projects, mobility is encouraged, and the competitiveness of the research team is strengthened.
Interdisciplinarity
The project integrates knowledge from medicine, dental medicine, information sciences, and social sciences through joint research teams and multidisciplinary publications.
Education and Innovation
Digitally accessible educational materials and guidelines are developed, postgraduate and doctoral curricula are modernized, and research and digital competencies of team members and students are strengthened.
Social Responsibility
The project includes cooperation with healthcare organizations and public bodies in Croatia to promote high-quality clinical guidelines and evidence-based public health policies.
Popularization of Science
The project plans educational activities, roundtables, and media communication of its results to strengthen scientific and health literacy.
Research Focus
Evidence analysis and mapping will enable the identification of gaps in existing scientific evidence and stimulate new research addressing these challenges.
Long-Term Impact
The project has the potential to strengthen scientific productivity, empower new research initiatives of young researchers through mentorship, ensure continuity of project activities within established research teams, develop key competencies, secure long-term sustainability through a digital platform, and promote critical thinking, understanding of scientific evidence, and the value of clinical guidelines among target groups.
Continuous and systematic monitoring of project progress will enable assessment of the project’s effectiveness and impact in scientific, clinical, educational, and societal contexts.
Measurable Indicators of Project Outcomes
- Development of an interactive clinical guidelines database in Croatia
- Development of educational content
- Active participation of team members in international conferences
- Publication of project research results in scientific papers
- Activities promoting project goals with relevant stakeholders in the healthcare system
- Number of international collaborations and mobility activities
- Use of AI tools in analysis, synthesis, and mapping of available scientific evidence
- Use of digital equipment and AI tools in primary research
Project Collaborators
Assist. Prof. Ivan Brakus, PhD, DMD
Dr. Nensi Bralić, PhD, DMD
Prof. Viktor Čulić, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Lidia Gavić, PhD, DMD
Assist. Prof. Danijel Jerković, PhD, DMD
Assoc. Prof. Ivan Kovačić, PhD, DMD
Assist. Prof. Dragan Krnić, PhD, MD
Hrvoje Ljubičić, Prof.
Assoc. Prof. Danijela Marasović-Krstulović, PhD, MD
Prof. Ana Marušić, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Ivana Medvedec-Mikić, PhD, DMD
Prof. Zdravko Perko, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Diana Perković, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Zenon Pogorelić, PhD, MD
Assist. Prof. Tina Poklepović Peričić, PhD, DMD
Assist. Prof. Shelly Pranić, PhD, MD
Prof. Dragan Primorac, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Mislav Radić, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Josipa Radić, PhD, MD
Anamaria Sabatini, Prof.
Prof. Damir Sapunar, PhD, MD
Assoc. Prof. Livia Sukanec, PhD, DMD
Assoc. Prof. Davor Todorić, PhD, MD
Miro Vuković, MD
Assoc. Prof. Irena Zakarija Grković, PhD, MD
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