The field of deafblind-related research is relatively young. Researchers in this domain are few and we are often spread across the globe across large distances. Deafblind International is providing the infrastructure to facilitate information exchange among all stakeholders with an interest in deafblindness research. The purpose of the Research Network is three-fold:

• First, it creates an opportunity for researchers to build networks across countries and continents, thereby facilitating collaboration and exchange of ideas.
• Second, within Deafblind International, it will be possible to facilitate Knowledge Exchange from researchers to individuals with deafblindness, clinicians, service providers, administrators, policy makers and other stakeholders.
• Third, all stakeholders will have a direct line to researchers to inspire and initiate research that is relevant for them, and that can make a difference in the lives of persons with combined vision and hearing loss.