The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA

Abstract #74188

Nancy Krieger, PhD, Dept of Health & Social Behavior, Harvard School of Public Health, 677 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, 617-432-1571, nkrieger@hsph.harvard.edu

Drawing on ecosocial theory, including its emphasis on accountability and agency for both social inequalities in health and the production and use of scientific knowledge, the discussant will reflect on real tensions and false dichotomies evident in current public health debates over whether scientific research and activism are compatible.

Learning Objectives:

"At the conclusion of the session, the participant (learner) in this session will be able to:
• Articulate key controversies in debates over whether scientific research and activism are compatible or not."

Keywords: Research, Advocacy

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.