Table 1 Scoring criteria for setting research priorities

1.

Answerability

The research question can be ethically answered.

2.

Effectiveness

The new knowledge is likely to result in an effective intervention or program.

3.

Deliverability

The intervention or program will be deliverable, acceptable and affordable.

4.

Potential impact

The intervention or program has the potential to substantially reduce maternal and perinatal mortality, morbidity and long term disabilities.

5.

Equity

The intervention or program will reach the most vulnerable groups.