ERIC Number: EJ1174006
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Publication Date: 2017
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Key Components of Collaborative Research in the Context of Environmental Health: A Scoping Review
Wine, Osnat; Ambrose, Sarah; Campbell, Sandy; Villeneuve, Paul J.; Burns, Katharina Kovacs; Vargas, Alvaro Osornio
Journal of Research Practice, v13 n2 Article R2 2017
In a collaborative research process, the participation of interdisciplinary researchers and multi-sectoral stakeholders supports the co-creation, translation, and exchange of new knowledge. Following a scoping review methodology, we explored the collaborative research processes in the specific context of environment and human health research. Initially, our literature search strategy identified 1,328 publications. After several phases of reviewing and applying screening criteria to titles, abstracts, and full text, 45 publications were selected for final review. Data were charted by different topics and then collated, summarized, and analyzed thematically. From the different experiences and research approaches analyzed, we identified comprehensive details of the key components, facilitators, challenges, and best practices that impact the collaborative research process. Specifically, we identified the following seven emerging themes: (a) allocating time and resources, (b) addressing disciplinary and sectoral issues, (c) building relationships, (d) ensuring representation, (e) embedding participation in the research, (f) supporting ongoing collaboration, and (g) developing knowledge translation and exchange. [This article was co-written with the DoMiNO Team.]
Descriptors: Cooperation, Research, Health, Interdisciplinary Approach, Literature Reviews, Resource Allocation, Time Management, Relationship, Participation, Barriers, Best Practices, Technology Transfer
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