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Optimizing Research Visibility: The Role of Investigators and Shared (Core) Research Resources in Publications Using
Patrica V Basta1, Douglas J Taatjes2, A Nicole White3
1Department of Epidemiology Gillings School of Global Public Health University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Journal of Biomolecular Techniques : JBT
|December 18, 2025
Summary
Shared Research Resources (SRRs) are vital for scientific discovery but often underacknowledged. Formal recognition of SRRs in publications enhances transparency and supports research infrastructure.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Research
- Scientific Infrastructure
Background:
- Shared Research Resources (SRRs), or core facilities, provide essential equipment and expertise.
- SRRs are crucial for research rigor, reproducibility, and FAIR data principles.
- SRRs are frequently underacknowledged in scientific publications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of formally recognizing SRRs in research outputs.
- To advocate for enhanced transparency and support for research infrastructure.
- To propose strategies for acknowledging SRR contributions.
Main Methods:
- Review of guidelines from the Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities.
- Exploration of challenges to widespread SRR acknowledgment.
- Development of actionable strategies for researchers and SRR staff.
Main Results:
- SRR contributions range from experimental design to data interpretation.
- Proper acknowledgment validates intellectual and technical input.
- Acknowledgment is a key metric for SRR career advancement.
Conclusions:
- Formal acknowledgment of SRRs is critical for scientific integrity and collaboration.
- Fostering a culture of recognition strengthens the research community.
- Recognizing SRRs aids in securing funding and sustaining research infrastructure.
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