Problems and Joys of Reading Research Papers for Practitioner Purposes
http://www.usabilityprofessionals.org/upa_publications/jus/2007november/jarrett.html
  peer-reviewed

Jarrett, Caroline
Journal of Usability Studies
2007

Abstract:

Discusses reasons that practitioners read research papers and the obstacles that they face when reading research papers. Jarrett provides several examples and suggestions for improving the accessibility of research papers for practitioners. Her suggestions include writing clear titles, ensuring that the abstract states the study population and limitations of the study, and ensuring that the conclusions are written clearly. She also discusses her criteria for determining whether or not a research paper is relevant to her work.