Knowledge translation and indigenous knowledge.

OBJECTIVE

We wanted to evaluate the interface between knowledge translation theory and Indigenous knowledge.

DESIGN

Literature review supplemented by expert opinion was carried out.

METHOD

Thematic analysis to identify gaps and convergences between the two domains was done.

RESULTS

The theoretical and epistemological frameworks underlying Western scientific and Indigenous knowledge systems were shown to have fundamental differences.

CONCLUSION

Knowledge translation methods for health sciences research need to be specifically developed and evaluated within the context of Aboriginal communities.