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Challenges and potential solutions for radiation protection research infrastructures.
Alan Henry Tkaczyk1, Roald H Ivask1, Florence Miller2
1University of Tartu, Institute of Technology, Tartu, Estonia.
Summary
Radiation protection research infrastructure faces funding and staffing challenges. Solutions include better financial models, staff training, and database collaboration for sustained research effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Radiation Protection
- Research Infrastructure
- Public Health
Background:
- Radiation protection research infrastructure faces significant challenges.
- Key issues include financial constraints, staffing difficulties, and administrative support needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the infrastructural challenges in radiation protection research.
- To propose policy solutions for strengthening research infrastructure sustainability.
Main Methods:
- A workshop was conducted by the European Partnership for Radiation Protection Research (PIANOFORTE).
- Discussion focused on financial, staffing, and accessibility issues within research infrastructure.
Main Results:
- Lack of sustained funding for equipment, facilities, and skilled staff retention identified as primary hurdles.
- Difficulties in managing databases and ensuring accessibility were highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Improved financial models, enhanced staff training, and better database accessibility are crucial.
- Fostering collaborations for database management can ensure a sustainable digital presence and research effectiveness.
Keywords:
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