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Research development in a university nursing school in Southern Ireland

  • G. McCarthy
  • , J. J. Fitzpatrick
  • Case Western Reserve University
  • UCC School of Nursing and Midwifery

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Abstract

Aim: The aim of this paper is to present the strategies used in one newly established university School of Nursing and Midwifery in Southern Ireland to develop research capacity. Background: The case study was guided by an agreed strategic plan which included changing the research culture; providing focused and appropriate research training; mentoring of junior staff, employment of an external consultant; provision of funding for PhD progression; and institutional support at all levels. Conclusion: Success is profiled in relation to establishment of research themes, publications, research funding awarded, and numbers of students registered for PhDs. Challenges in further improving research productivity are also discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)379-386
Number of pages8
JournalInternational Nursing Review
Volume55
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2008

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  2. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education

Keywords

  • Education
  • Nursing development
  • Research
  • Research dissemination
  • Teaching

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