Evaluation of knowledge about diabetes among different population groups in the Kyrgyz Republic

Turning promising research ideas into evidence requires more than academic knowledge, it also requires practical support, mentorship and opportunities to lead.

Developed by Health Policy Analysis, this policy brief examines a microgrant initiative implemented with the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy to strengthen the research skills of students and young professionals. It shares lessons from the initiative and shows how small-scale funding can foster a stronger research culture and generate locally relevant evidence to inform health policy in Kyrgyzstan.