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Developing the research pipeline: increasing minority nursing research opportunities
Gwenyth R Wallen1, Migdalia V Rivera-Goba, Clare Hastings
1Warren Magnuson Clinical Center, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, USA. gwallen@cc.nih.gov
Nursing Education Perspectives
|April 9, 2005
Summary
This study addresses the need for more minority nurses in leadership roles by describing a doctoral-level research career development program. The program aims to train minority nurse scientists to reduce health disparities.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Nursing Science
- Health Disparities Research
Background:
- Acknowledged need for increased minority representation in healthcare leadership, policy, and research.
- Limited specialized training opportunities exist for minority nurse scientists.
- Addressing health disparities requires research conducted by diverse scientists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a collaborative, doctoral-level research career development program.
- To foster the growth of minority nurse scientists.
- To enhance capacity for research addressing minority health disparities.
Main Methods:
- Collaborative approach to doctoral-level training.
- Focus on research career development for minority nurses.
- Integration of academic and research training.
Main Results:
- (Study describes an approach, results not detailed in abstract)
- (Program aims to develop a cadre of minority nurse scientists)
- (Program designed to address research gaps in minority health)
Conclusions:
- A collaborative approach is vital for doctoral-level research career development.
- Targeted programs can increase minority nurse scientists.
- Investing in nurse scientists is crucial for reducing health disparities.