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Systemic problems require systemic solutions: the need for coordination and cooperation to improve research quality.
Emma Ganley1, Anne-Marie Coriat2, Sarah Shenow3
1protocols.io, Perth, UK. emma@protocols.io.
BMC Research Notes
|February 15, 2022
Summary
Improving scientific reproducibility requires coordinated efforts across organizations to refine incentives, promote open research, and invest in evidence-based innovations. Strategic partnerships and national oversight are crucial for maximizing benefits and avoiding harm in research quality improvement.
Area of Science:
- Scientific research quality
- Research reproducibility and replicability
Background:
- Multiple factors contribute to challenges in scientific reproducibility and replicability.
- There is a recognized need for improvement in research quality across various scientific sectors.
Discussion:
- Sectoral organizations can enhance research quality by refining incentives, promoting open research practices, and innovating grant funding and publishing models.
- Addressing the systemic nature of research quality requires coordinated efforts and strategic partnerships for aligned activities and interoperable training.
Key Insights:
- Investment in infrastructure, training, and research on research is essential for evidence-based solutions.
- Understanding the research system and potential unintended consequences of innovations is critical.
Outlook:
- National structures should focus on system analysis, identifying improvement areas, and researching the impact of novel approaches.
- Promoting research integrity and advising on maximizing benefits while avoiding harm are key functions for national bodies.
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