Robyn Traynor, MSc

Robyn has worked in various aspects of health research for over ten years, with a focus on knowledge translation and research impact assessment. As a Knowledge Broker, Robyn primarily contributes to the NCCMT’s Rapid Evidence Service and other capacity-building initiatives. Robyn earned a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Master of Science in Neuroscience from McMaster University. Upon completing her graduate training, Robyn realized that her final thesis was undoubtedly destined for a dusty, unread life on a forgotten library bookshelf without the support of something called “knowledge translation.” She has since championed the concept, working to bridge the knowledge-to-action gap and facilitating multidirectional engagement between knowledge producers and users. Her goal is to disseminate research evidence effectively and appropriately. She has supplemented her formal education with additional training in project management, evaluation and – of course – knowledge translation.