Developing research capacity in human functioning and rehabilitation research from the comprehensive perspective...

Area of Science:

• Human Functioning and Rehabilitation Research
• Disability Studies
• Public Health

Background:

• The World Health Organization (WHO) developed the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) to integrate biomedical and social models of disability.
• The ICF provides a framework for understanding human functioning and rehabilitation.
• Implementing the ICF presents challenges in research capacity.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize approaches for enhancing research capacity in Human Functioning and Rehabilitation Research.
• To address challenges related to the organization of research, academic training, and network development.
• To provide a roadmap for advancing the field.

Main Methods:

• Literature review and synthesis of existing approaches.
• Analysis of challenges in organizing distinct scientific fields.
• Examination of requirements for academic training programs.
• Exploration of strategies for building university centers and collaboration networks.

Main Results:

• Proposed organizational structures for Human Functioning and Rehabilitation Research.
• Identified key components for effective academic training programs.
• Outlined strategies for establishing robust university centers and collaboration networks.
• Addressed both old and new challenges in research capacity enhancement.

Conclusions:

• Effective organization, training, and collaboration are crucial for advancing Human Functioning and Rehabilitation Research.
• The ICF framework necessitates a strategic approach to research capacity building.
• Implementing these strategies will enhance the impact and scope of rehabilitation research.