© 2026 Nancy Marlett

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Library and Archives Canada Cataloguing in Publication

Title: A science of engagement in health research and innovation / by Nancy Marlett.

Names: Marlett, Nancy J., author

Description: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Identifiers: Canadiana (print) 2026018070X | Canadiana (ebook) 20260180718 | ISBN 9781773857299 (hardcover) | ISBN 9781773857305 (softcover) | ISBN 9781773857312 (EPUB) | ISBN 9781773857329 (PDF) | ISBN 9781773857336 (Open Access PDF)

Subjects: LCSH: Medical care—Research—Canada.

Classification: LCC RA440.87.C3 M37 2026 | DDC 362.1072/71—dc23

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