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A needs assessment survey for improving library support for chiropractic faculty research
The Journal of Chiropractic Education
|July 23, 2026
Summary
Health sciences libraries can enhance chiropractic research capacity by offering support in literature searching, citation management, and data analysis. Faculty expressed strong interest in library-led research training and workshops to bolster their scholarly activities.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences Librarianship
- Chiropractic Research
- Academic Libraries
Background:
- Academic health sciences libraries play a crucial role in supporting faculty research endeavors.
- Understanding the specific needs of chiropractic faculty is essential for tailoring library services.
- Increasing institutional research capacity is a key objective for academic institutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the services and resources health sciences libraries can offer to chiropractic faculty.
- To explore how librarians can support chiropractic faculty in conducting research.
- To identify strategies for increasing institutional research capacity within chiropractic programs.
Main Methods:
- A one-time, anonymous online survey was distributed to chiropractic faculty.
- The survey included 11 quantitative and qualitative questions adapted from previous library research.
- Descriptive data analysis was performed on the collected responses.
Main Results:
- A 32.5% response rate (39 faculty) was achieved.
- 74% of respondents had previously sought research assistance from the library.
- Top areas for library support included literature searching, citation management, and data analysis.
Conclusions:
- Most surveyed faculty have utilized library research support services.
- A significant interest exists in future library-led research training and workshops.
- Libraries are positioned to effectively support research capacity building in chiropractic institutions.
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