Formulation and differentiation of scientific results as deliverables in health sector projects

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evaluation of results, research projects, research results

Abstract

Introduction: The formulation of scientific results in health sector projects is essential to ensure methodological consistency and the social utility of the knowledge generated. However, conceptual and operational ambiguities persist in the differentiation between results, products, and deliverables, which limits the impact of research.

Objective: Critically analyse the shortcomings in the structuring of scientific results in health sector projects in Ciego de Ávila, with the aim of contributing to their proper formulation and integration as deliverables.

Development: The authors argue that limited understanding of these categories compromises the quality of projects and their capacity for transformation. It is proposed to conceive scientific results as the articulating axis of the research process, clearly distinguishing them from products and deliverables, and linking them operationally to objectives, indicators, and impacts. This position is based on the documentary analysis carried out and on updated conceptual references.

Conclusions: It is recommended that the methodological culture of research teams be strengthened through training activities that ensure the correct formulation of results. A coherent structure between objectives, results and deliverables will enhance the effectiveness of research and its value for public health.

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Author Biography

Joanne Purón Prieto, Universidad de Ciencias Médicas de Ciego de Ávila

Dr. C. (Educational Sciences). Full Professor. Senior Researcher. Consultant Professor at the Directorate of Science and Innovation, University of Medical Sciences of Ciego de Ávila (Cuba).
President of the Research Commission of the Provincial Scientific Council of Health, Ciego de Ávila; Reviewer for the Mediciego Journal; and Contributor to the journals Educación y Sociedad (Cuba) and Educación Médica (Elsevier, Spain).

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2026-02-04

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Purón Prieto J, Gutiérrez Rojas IR. Formulation and differentiation of scientific results as deliverables in health sector projects. Rev. cuba. med. mil [Internet]. 2026 Feb. 4 [cited 2026 Feb. 5];55(1):e026076904. Available from: https://revmedmilitar.sld.cu/index.php/mil/article/view/76904

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Vol. 55 No. 1 (2026): January - March (In progress)

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Opinion Article

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