Principles of Industry-Academic Partnerships Informed by Digital Mental Health Collaboration: Mixed Methods Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cross-sector collaboration is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing complex health challenges, including those in mental health. Industry-academic partnerships play a vital role in advancing research and developing health solutions, yet differing priorities and perspectives can make collaboration complex.

Objective

This study aimed to identify key principles to support effective industry-academic partnerships, from the perspective of industry partners, and develop this into actionable guidance, which can be applied across sectors. Mental health served as a motivating example due to its urgent public health relevance and the growing role of digital innovation.

Methods

Using a 3-stage, mixed-methods approach, we conducted a web-based survey of U

SUBMITTER: Hall SS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12422718 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature