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. 2024 Nov 4:26:e64221.
doi: 10.2196/64221.

Video Abstracts in Research

Sophie Nachman  1   2 , Esteban Ortiz-Prado  3 , Joseph D Tucker  1   4
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Video Abstracts in Research

Sophie Nachman et al. J Med Internet Res. .

Abstract

Video abstracts can be useful in health research. A video abstract provides key messages about a research article and can increase public engagement, spark conversations, and may increase academic attention. A growing number of open source software programs make it easier to develop a video abstract. This viewpoint provides practical tips for creating a video abstract for health research.

Keywords: abstract; communication; dissemination; health literacy; infographics; online; patient education; public audience; public engagement; public health; video abstract; videos.

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Conflicts of Interest: None declared.

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