# Editorial: Reviews and applications of implementation research in aging and public health

## TL;DR

This editorial summarizes 21 studies on applying implementation research to improve health interventions for older adults.

## Contribution

The paper highlights new strategies and frameworks for implementing evidence-based practices in aging and public health.

## Key findings

- The studies focus on applying implementation theories and models to real-world settings.
- They emphasize the importance of evaluating interventions and their implementation processes.
- Cross-cutting issues were identified as critical for successful implementation.

## Abstract

Implementation research plays a vital role in translating evidence-based interventions into real-world settings and addressing the unique challenges faced by aging populations. This editorial provides an overview of a Research Topic containing 21 manuscripts aimed at fostering evidence-based practices in the field of implementation research and exploring strategies to improve the delivery and effectiveness of interventions for older adults. The articles within the Research Topic centered around four themes: (1) application of implementation theories, models, and frameworks; (2) implementation strategies; (3) evaluation of interventions and their implementation; and (4) cross-cutting issues. Collectively, this collection of manuscripts underscores the importance of integrating dissemination and implementation considerations across all stages of an intervention, from its development through implementation and evaluation.