Series: TMFs in Implementation Science – Dartmouth Center for Implementation Science

Our Spring 2026 Fundamentals seminars (March - June), featured an in-depth series on Implementation Science Theories, Models, and Frameworks (TMFs). The aim of this series was to highlight practical application of TMFs in implementation research, with each session led by a creator or key proponent of the TMF.

CFIR (March 2026)


	*Application of the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) in Implementation Research*
	Caitlin Reardon, MPH Implementation Scientist & Qualitative Methodologist VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

	Ariel Domlyn, PhD Clinical-Community Psychologist U.S. Veterans Health Administration
	Slides
	Readings: The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research User Guide - a five-step guide for conducting implementation research using the framework The updated Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research based on user feedback Implementation evaluation of the Telephone Lifestyle Coaching (TLC) program: organizational factors associated with successful implementation Conceptualizing outcomes for use with the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research: the CFIR Outcomes Addendum

EPIS (April 2026)


	Application of the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment (EPIS) Framework in Implementation Research Gregory Aarons, PhD Professor of Psychiatry University of California San Diego
	Slides
	Readings: Systematic review of the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework Where is “policy” in dissemination and implementation science? Recommendations to advance theories, models, and frameworks - EPIS as a case example A typology of power in implementation_Building on the exploration, preparation, implementation, sustainment framework to advance mental health and HIV health equity

RE-AIM (May 2026)


	Application of the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance (RE-AIM) Framework in Implementation Research Christina Studts, PhD, MSPH, MSW Associate Professor of Pediatrics Implementation Scientist, Dissemination and Implementation Science Core Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado
	Slides
	Readings: RE-AIM Planning and Evaluation Framework: Adapting to New Science and Practice With a 20-Year Review Understanding and applying the RE-AIM framework: Clarifications and resources Use of the RE-AIM framework to guide iterative adaptations: Applications, lessons learned, and future directions

IRLM (June 2026)


	Application of the Implementation Research Logic Model (IRLM) in Implementation Research
	JD Smith, PhD, MA Professor and Vice Chair of Research Department of Population Health Sciences Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, University of Utah Director, Dissemination and Implementation Science Utah Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute
	Slides
	Readings: The Implementation Research Logic Model - a method for planning, executing, reporting, and synthesizing implementation projects A stakeholder-driven method for selecting implementation strategies: a case example of pediatric hypertension clinical practice guideline implementation