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Lonergan's philosophy as grounding for cross-disciplinary research
Summary
Philosophy, particularly Bernard Lonergan's work, can guide nurse researchers in cross-disciplinary health research. Understanding attentiveness, intelligence, reasonableness, and responsibleness fosters collaborative knowledge development.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Philosophy of Science
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Cross-disciplinary research is increasing in healthcare.
- Integrating diverse expertise without losing disciplinary rigor is challenging.
- Philosophical frameworks can support interdisciplinary collaboration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore Bernard Lonergan's philosophy as a guide for nurse researchers in cross-disciplinary teams.
- To identify Lonergan's concepts relevant to collaborative scientific inquiry.
- To argue for the utility of Lonergan's perspective in nursing research.
Main Methods:
- Philosophical analysis of Bernard Lonergan's key ideas.
- Application of Lonergan's concepts to the context of cross-disciplinary health research.
- Argumentation for the suitability of Lonergan's philosophy for nurse researchers.
Main Results:
- Lonergan's work offers a dynamic pattern for the unity of knowing.
- Cross-disciplinary knowledge development relies on researcher self-awareness (attentiveness, intelligence, reasonableness, responsibleness).
- Shifting researcher perspectives enhances collaboration and understanding.
Conclusions:
- Bernard Lonergan's philosophy provides a robust framework for guiding nurse researchers in interdisciplinary settings.
- His ideas promote respect for all disciplines and foster shared understanding.
- This philosophical approach supports effective collaboration and knowledge integration in complex health research.
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