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Following efforts to diversify and decolonize University curricula, Oxford Brookes University student union reported that Black and BIPOC students wanted more diverse content. In response, the Library set up a group to embed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion practices into collection development, teaching, and administrative and research support practices. Initiatives entailed book purchases of authors from historically marginalized backgrounds, curation of diversity reading lists, updating subject headings to reflect modern terminology, and promotion of Read & Publish agreements. Currently, we have been unsuccessful in determining if the requests of students for diverse content have been met. Further research would seek to explore this area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Academic business librarians have long offered research support for student consultants, and their experiences and activities have been discussed in multiple articles over the past two decades. This paper seeks to present a unique multi-institutional perspective on the operational aspects of working with student consultants, identifying common and uncommon activities and approaches. The findings presented here, based on interviews with 32 librarians, offer new insights into the variety of ways in which support services for student consultants are being provided, with approaches for newer librarians as well as those who are experienced in supporting student consultants to consider. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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“AGMB 2024: Shaping the change – Health information efficient.digial.innovative” was the theme of the annual conference of the German Medical Library Association (AGMB), held in Mainz from September 16 to 18, 2024. The annual meeting was organized by the University Medicine of Mainz. The focus this year was on the use of artificial intelligence, transformation contracts, OPLs and research support.

The editorial discusses the importance of funding research centers in the field of alcohol and drug research, highlighting the varying levels of support across different regions of the world. It specifically mentions funding programs in the US, Canada, Australia, South Africa, and the Nordic countries. The article also addresses the potential downsizing of the Danish Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research at Aarhus University, emphasizing its crucial role in Nordic research collaboration and the impact its loss could have on public health and social policies. Additionally, the editorial provides a brief overview of research studies featured in the journal issue, covering topics such as Instagram marketing strategies for nicotine pouches, gambling in the indigenous Sámi culture, Alcoholics Anonymous affiliation, and opioid substitution treatment for incarcerated individuals. [Extracted from the article]

This study focuses on exploring and analyzing the key roles of the library for a university through university ranking index, an important determinant of the success and reputation of higher education institutions globally. By evaluating the roles, missions and services provided by the library, the study identifies specific factors by which the library can influence rankings through supporting research and publication activities. This research utilizes real-life examples from leading universities to generalize important trends, while also highlighting the opportunities and challenges libraries face in contributing to the comprehensive success of a higher education institution. Analysis of surveys and models has demonstrated that libraries not only significantly enhance the online presence index of universities but also act as a major driving force behind research and educational activities. Finally, the study suggests the need for coordination between faculties, departments, and the library, emphasizing the necessity of policies that enhance the library's impact to maximize its role. This includes establishing policies that allow the library to play a central role in supporting research and teaching. Libraries should be empowered and resourced to actively participate in the development of research projects and training programs, while also providing consulting services and support for teaching, research, and publication for faculty and students.

The change in academic libraries over the years has meant that new ways of helping with study in higher education schools are needed. This essay looks at how joint tools meant to improve research help in university libraries are used and what effects they have. Because there are so many digital tools available and study is getting more complicated, university libraries are changing what they do to offer more integrated and all-around help. Researchers, libraries, and other stakeholders can easily communicat e with each other through joint platforms. This creates a setting that is good for working together on research projects and sharing information. Digital files, research data management systems, and virtual research settings are some of the joint tools used in university libraries that are looked at in this study. It talks about the tools and features of these platforms that help research processes run smoothly. For example, it talks about the tools for real-time contact, changing documents together, and sharing data. A mixed-methods approach is used in the study to find out how useful these platforms are. It includes both quantitative polls and qualitative conversations with libraries and students. Key results show that joint platforms greatly increase the output of research by making it eas ier to access resources, encouraging teamwork across disciplines, and enhancing the way data is managed. Researchers said that doing book studies, data analysis, and writing manuscripts became more efficient. Librarians stressed that the platforms play a big part in offering personalized support services like research help, data editing, and training classes. In addition, the sites help students feel like they are part of a group by allowing them to share their knowledge and find teachers. Problems that come with using joint platforms are also talked about. These include technology issues, worries about data safety, and the need for users to get ongoing training and help. To make sure these platfo rms are successful and last for a long time, the study stresses how important it is for institutions to keep working on them and making them better. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The change in academic libraries over the years has meant that new ways of helping with study in higher education schools are needed. This essay looks at how joint tools meant to improve research help in university libraries are used and what effects they have. Because there are so many digital tools available and study is getting more complicated, university libraries are changing what they do to offer more integrated and all-around help. Researchers, libraries, and other stakeholders can easily communicate with each other through joint platforms. This creates a setting that is good for working together on research projects and sharing information. Digital files, research data management systems, and virtual research settings are some of the joint tools used in university libraries that are looked at in this study. It talks about the tools and features of these platforms that help research processes run smoothly. For example, it talks about the tools for real-time contact, changing documents together, and sharing data. A mixed-methods approach is used in the study to find out how useful these platforms are. It includes both quantitative polls and qualitative conversations with libraries and students. Key results show that joint platforms greatly increase the output of research by making it easier to access resources, encouraging teamwork across disciplines, and enhancing the way data is managed. Researchers said that doing book studies, data analysis, and writing manuscripts became more efficient. Librarians stressed that the platforms play a big part in offering personalized support services like research help, data editing, and training classes. In addition, the sites help students feel like they are part of a group by allowing them to share their knowledge and find teachers. Problems that come with using joint platforms are also talked about. These include technology issues, worries about data safety, and the need for users to get ongoing training and help. To make sure these platforms are successful and last for a long time, the study stresses how important it is for institutions to keep working on them and making them better. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Medical and health sciences librarians who are involved in evidence synthesis projects will know that systematic reviews are intensely rigorous, requiring research teams to devote significant resources to the methodological process. As expert searchers, librarians are often identified as personnel to conduct the database searching portion and/or are approached as experts in the methodology to guide research teams through the lifecycle of the project. This research method has surged in popularity at our campus and demand for librarian participation is unsustainable. As a response to this, the library created self‐directed learning objects in the form of roadmap to assist researchers in learning about the knowledge synthesis methodology in an expedient, self‐directed manner. This paper will discuss the creation, implementation and feedback around our educational offering: Systematic & Scoping Reviews: Your Roadmap to Conducting an Evidence Synthesis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Data management and research support are emerging as new areas of activity for academic libraries. Training in this area is still rare and is only now being integrated into training and study programmes. The ZBIW certificate course “Data Librarian” fills this gap and enables a part-time, modularly structured qualification at university level. This article presents the certificate course, its structure and its development.

Research shows students benefit from both research services (Cox et al., 2019) and writing services (Salazar, 2021; Freeman & Getty, 2024), but what changes for students when such services are offered collaboratively in the same space? Our research examines how student behaviors and expectations can inform the design of collaborative research and writing support services and assesses self-reported outcomes in learning, confidence, and belonging in academic communities for post-traditional students, and students of color at a small, urban, public university in the Midwest. In a mixed methods study based on a broad sample of survey data, we determined the service model worked well for users with varied demographic backgrounds and in both online and in-person service modalities. The most significant determinant of self-reported outcomes came not from aspects of the service model itself, but from how students made the service part of their learning. Most notably, the amount of time users spent with the service correlated with positive self-assessed outcomes in grades, and user preference for working consistently with the same staff member showed positive outcomes across grades, confidence, and connection to community. These findings offer several implications, including challenges in communicating to students how librarians support the research and writing process, a reassessment of the value of "transactional" engagement between students and librarians and writing tutors, and reinforce of the need to provide flexibility to students and learn from their usage habits, especially when serving post-traditional learners. • Flexibility and multimodality of service fit the needs of post-traditional students. • Solving pressing problems with staff supports higher self-reported student outcomes. • Spending more time with librarians and tutors supports higher self-reported grades. • Consistent work with the same staff member supports confidence and connection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this column, we will share the benefits and challenges of adopting two EdTech tools (Scholarcy and Grammarly) to support library users' research workflows. We share how we introduced Grammarly and Scholarcy to the college community through a marketing campaign via ConvertKit, an email marketing tool, and the benefits and challenges of Grammarly and Scholarcy's vendor-supplied usage statistics to support student success. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This scoping literature review explored specific themes connected to the evolving nature of academic business librarianship (career paths and educational backgrounds, services and job roles, self-assessment, and professional development) with the goal to determine the state of existing literature. Following careful review, two areas of business librarianship—self-assessment and professional development—were identified as lacking in overall research literature. Literature regarding career paths and educational backgrounds, as well as services and job roles demonstrated notable gaps and need for timely revision. Future directions for research in emerging areas of academic business librarianship are also identified. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Issue Addressed: While definitions of impact may vary, they often refer to the wider benefits of research evidenced beyond academia. We evaluated case studies featuring randomised trials from the 2018 Engagement and Impact Assessment to better understand how the impacts of health research are evidenced and assessed within Australia. Methods: We collated and evaluated 'high' scoring case studies submitted by higher education institutions with a focus on randomised trials across all areas of health research. A qualitative coding system was used for manual content analysis to assess the key characteristics of trials reported, subsequent impacts and the methods used to evidence impacts. Results: A total of 14 case studies were identified citing 35 clinical trials. The majority of interventions were behavioural with a focus on mental, behavioural or neurodevelopmental disorders. Most trials were phase III, focused on the treatment of the indication and were funded by industry. Contribution to clinical guidelines was the highest cited research impact. While there was evidence of researchers seeking to maximise trial impact, case studies lacked details on the role of trial participants and other beneficiaries in generating impact. Conclusions: The impacts of health research can be improved through a better understanding of the priorities and agendas of funders, providing evidence of tangible impact rather than information that is contextual or predictive, and through the early development of impact strategies involving both researchers and beneficiaries. So What?: Large‐scale impact exercises intended for a broad range of disciplines may not be reflective of the depth and scope of health sciences research including trials. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This cross-sectional study is aimed to identify the expectations and problems faced by faculty members and research scholars at Maharshi Dayanand University regarding library research support services (LRSS) under seven service dimensions. The research outcome reveals that the service most anticipated by the participants was 'Database Services' having the highest mean score, followed by 'Infrastructure Facilities' and 'Institutional Repositories'. The least expected service was 'Scholarly Communication Services' which had the lowest mean score. The only service with significant differences between gender and qualifications was 'Infrastructure Facilities'. In terms of challenges faced, the most noteworthy problems identified included inadequate funding for article processing charges and limited access to computers in the library. Other problems included a lack of training in research support tools and ICT skills, lack of accessibility to library services from home, poor Internet connectivity, and lack of training/consultation to use services. The library staff was reported to be helpful and supportive. The study provides insights into the expectations and problems of users in the context of LRSS. The study also highlights the imperative need for adequate funding for APCs and improved computer facilities, alongside targeted training initiatives for optimum use of research support tools and enhancing ICT skills to improve the efficacy of LRSS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Higher education's focus is shifting to include societal impact alongside academic excellence. While community-engaged scholarship has a long history, many initiatives focus on individual researchers or institutional practices, without accounting for disciplinary and geopolitical contexts. The Community Engagement for Impact (CEFI) Framework and the Contextual Model of Community Engagement (CMCE) are based on findings of an in-depth, qualitative study of researchers' strategies for community engagement. Results point to complex relationships between researchers, universities, and disciplines, shaped by government policy, research trends, community imperatives, and other factors. While participants fostered community relationships supporting social change, they did not receive appropriate training, support, or recognition. CEFI guides individuals and institutions to identify barriers and facilitators for engagement, across disciplines, for work involving industry organisations, community groups, governments, and other partners. When used alongside CMCE's approach to local, national, and global factors, researchers, universities, and disciplines can better support pathways to societal impact. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Research-intensive institutions rely on specialized central offices to support research administrators and investigators through various processes and requirements. This helps researchers successfully and compliantly conduct and manage research. However, when these support offices communicate their processes and resources from disparate locations, it can be challenging for research administrators and investigators to locate what they need at the time they need it, and to understand how this information relates with that provided by other research support offices. This can result in research administrators and investigators lacking a clear understanding of critical information and an underutilization of available support. Duke University sought to address this issue by developing a web-based interactive research roadmap to consolidate and organize information from research support offices around the institution. In this roadmap, all support office content is integrated by topic and organized across the research project life cycle. To achieve this, a dedicated project team 1) convened the research support offices to develop integrated content and a process for contributing their resources on the website, 2) solicited researcher feedback to determine the critical features and functionality of the site, 3) engaged a technical development partner to build the site, 4) engaged researchers for beta-testing, and 5) devised a communication strategy to raise awareness and adoption of the site. The interactive research roadmap, “myRESEARCHpath,” launched in 2021, and has experienced steady growth in utilization. Initial data shows that users are accessing the site to find relevant information for research information and guidance, and research support offices are encouraged by the improved discoverability of resources and services. This model of a single location to access research support office information needed to navigate the research project life cycle could be beneficial for other research-intensive institutions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Context: In the UK, increased investment in social care research provides an opportunity to extend the currently sparse evidence base on homecare. However, experiences of doing research in care homes suggest there may be challenges to achieving successful collaborations between homecare providers and researchers. Objective: The aim was to explore homecare providers’ experiences of supporting research, and researchers’ experiences of such partnerships. Method: A qualitative approach was used. Six homecare providers and nine researchers were interviewed. Collectively, they had been involved with/led 14 studies. The data was analysed thematically. Findings: Researchers described the challenges of identifying homecare providers to act as research sites, and the value of developing relationships with local providers in anticipation of potential research collaborations. Multiple factors influenced homecare providers’ decisions to support a study, including researchers’ attitudes and behaviours. Homecare providers described unanticipated demands on staff time. Most found they were under-equipped to do the research tasks required of them. This may have resulted in deviations from the protocol or ethical practice. However, such difficulties had typically been overcome, supported by a positive relationship with the researcher/research team. Limitations: The representativeness of the homecare providers recruited (against all homecare providers who have supported research) is unclear. All those recruited held a positive view about research. Implications: Findings highlight the support and resources homecare providers need to get involved with and support research. This, in turn, points to a need for strategic investment in training and research support to the sector, conceived and developed in partnership with them.

The introduction of the text and data mining (TDM) exception in 2014 led to researchers asking for support from staff within Library Services at the University of Birmingham. An initial involvement with a funded corpus linguistics project fostered an effective partnership between the Copyright and Licensing Team and the University's Research Infrastructure Team. This case study traces the TDM journey that Library Services has subsequently undertaken. The article will look at how staff in Copyright and Licensing and the Research Skills Team identified the original service gap. It will also look at issues impacting on supporting TDM and the results of a TDM survey that was sent to researchers. It concludes with a reflection on how the service might evolve in the future – from the creation and availability of TDM datasets, to the skills development of both librarians and the university communities they support, and the impact artificial intelligence (AI) developments might have on TDM practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

An increasingly complex and demanding research landscape has seen university libraries rapidly evolve their services. While research data management, bibliometrics, and research impact services have predominantly featured in the literature to date, the full scope of support libraries are currently providing to their institutions is unknown. This paper aims to present an up-to-date view of the scope and extent of research support services by university libraries across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. A coding process analyzed content data from university library websites. Eleven research support areas were identified. Service delivery is split between synchronous and asynchronous modes. This paper describes a lived experience of an evidence-based library and information practice approach to improving research support services at two Australian university libraries, and while it highlights continued maturation of research support services, more research is needed to better understand influences on service development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

New attention to the power of data in research has brought new kinds of data questions to the university research library. This study seeks to understand the character of research data questions in order to help research libraries develop the structures, technologies, collections, and professional skills needed to meet the needs of the research communities. It employs two original metrics to analyze 42 cases: The Data Question Typology, which allows for the organization of data questions into categories based on researcher objectives, and the Modified READ Scale for Data Questions (MRSD), which is used to record the magnitude of difficulty presented by each case. It finds that data questions differ significantly across academic fields and that successful research assistance often requires partnerships between subject specialists librarians and technological or computational experts. It concludes with a recommendation on how research libraries can facilitate a collaborative process and workflow for handling a diversity of data questions from across the university.

During Winter 2020 - Summer 2021, the UC San Diego Library participated in the Ithaka S+R multi-institutional research study “Supporting Big Data Research”. The purpose of this study was to learn more about how researchers on the UC San Diego campus work with big data in their research and provide a set of recommendations to enhance and develop resources and services that will directly support and benefit this research. While definitions of “big data” may vary by discipline, we use the term here to refer to datasets large enough to be challenging to analyze within a traditional spreadsheet, or on a single computer. In-depth interviews with twelve UC San Diego big data researchers of various academic ranks and departmental affiliations were conducted, with questions focusing on various aspects of collecting and analyzing big data, infrastructure needs, research communication and data sharing, and training and support needs. Based on these interviews, we identify three primary themes for big data researchers on the UC San Diego campus: Curation, Open Science, and Training. For each of these areas, we offer a set of recommendations for the campus to better support existing big data research at UC San Diego, as well as develop capacity to support future big data initiatives.

In the Philippines, the need for librarians to conduct research is both statutory and personal. Despite the impetus, few Filipino librarians embark on research. This study attempts to describe the lived experiences of librarians focusing on the angle that limits them to conduct research. Interviews were conducted online with 7 academic librarians from 3 private universities in Iloilo City. Facts about the reality formed from the respondents’ experiences answered the essential question why librarians are reluctant to conduct research. Five major themes emerged: (1) research competency; (2) inadequate formalized support from the administration for librarians; (3) research mentorship; (4) library routine work/multitasking functions; and (5) coping with self-pity and disappointment. The findings from this study, which is anchored on interpretivism, provide insights to a different perspective of investigating the realities in a developing country delving into a deeper discussion on the reasons behind their reluctance.

This article provides an overview of the history and development of research support services at the Vienna University Library, which began in 2008 with the operation of a publication and data repository. It reports on how researchers were already involved in the pilot phase and how cooperations with other service institutions of the University of Vienna were established, how the cooperation with the Central IT Service has developed, and which services, such as a data stewardship model, have been developed over time. The systems currently in use, which have to cover a wide range of requirements from different disciplines between open science and sensitive data, and their interaction will be briefly described. Above all, it will be shown how a modular research data management system can function at a large, internationally oriented and heterogeneously structured scientific institution and what lessons could be learned in the process.

In dem Beitrag geht es um eine Auseinandersetzung mit dem nicht immer konsistent gebrauchten Begriff der forschungsnahen Dienste und dem dahinterliegenden Konzept. Als Voraussetzung für deren gelungenen Ausbau werden insbesondere zwei Faktoren herausgestellt: eine strategische Ausrichtung, die Effizienz und Veränderungsfähigkeit stärkt, und finanzielle wie ideelle Investitionen in den Personalkörper. Zuletzt werden die wechselnden Rollenkonstellationen wissenschaftlicher Bibliotheken als Konsumenten, Betreiber und Akteure forschungsnaher Dienste in den Blick genommen. This article deals with the not always consistently used term research support and the concept behind it. Two factors are highlighted as prerequisites for its successful expansion in particular: a strategic orientation that particularly strengthens efficiency and adaptability and financial as well as non-financial investments in the human resources. Finally, the changing role constellations of academic libraries as consumers, operators and actors of research support services are considered. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the nuanced interplay among Research Support, Industry Participation, Independent Learning, and Independent Campus (Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka, MBKM), examining their collective influence on graduate quality within the framework of Indonesian higher education. Employing a quantitative methodology, the research investigates how research support and industry participation impact MBKM and subsequently influence graduate quality, with MBKM functioning as a mediator. The study's outcomes validate the substantial contributions of research support and industry participation in shaping both MBKM and graduate quality, underscoring the interconnected nature of these variables. Notably, MBKM emerges as a pivotal mediator, establishing a link between the supportive structures and industry collaborations, thereby fostering improved graduate outcomes. This research makes significant contributions by advancing theoretical understanding, specifically by extending existing frameworks to integrate the mediating role of MBKM. In practical terms, the study yields actionable insights for educational institutions and policymakers, underscoring the significance of robust research support, fruitful industry collaborations, and the effective implementation of MBKM. Limitations of the study include its reliance on a quantitative approach and the potential influence of contextual constraints. Recommendations entail the ongoing adaptation of MBKM and policy adjustments to align with the dynamic demands of the workforce. In conclusion, this study presents a comprehensive framework for enhancing higher education practices in Indonesia, ultimately promoting graduate quality and relevance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Specifically, rural and remote health research strategies for each state and territory, with appropriate policy levers, can provide a framework and incentives for rural and remote health services and health care workers to engage in research. Rural health services, Research support, Health services research Keywords: Rural health services; Research support; Health services research EN Rural health services Research support Health services research S27 S30 4 08/08/23 20230803 NES 230803 The positive impact of evidence-based practice on health service performance and health outcomes is well described.[1], [2], [3] Marita Titler, an expert in evidence-based practice from the United States, has observed that "only by putting into practice what is learned from research will care be made safer".[4] However, the consistent and widespread application of evidence-based health care is largely dependent on a health service's research culture and the research capacity of its staff.[5] It is therefore important to build research capacity, as this improves the ability of clinicians to apply new knowledge to improve health outcomes.[5] In addition, strong research culture has been shown to be associated with better patient outcomes.[3] This is particularly important in rural and remote contexts, where health outcomes are notably poorer, and research environments are often less developed and more stretched. [Extracted from the article]

Academic libraries in the modern era are often asked to justify their existence in tertiary institutions by showing how the institution and society at large have benefited from the library services. One main area that librarians often point to is the research productivity of members of academic institutions. However, studies have shown that research productivity among Nigerian scholars is low, which means that academic libraries have to be more innovative in supporting researchers in their domains. Emerging technologies offer innovative ways of supporting research activities by providing tools and resources that streamline the research process and ensure proper visibility for research outputs of academic library clients. This article, which is based on a review of previous studies, explores various areas where academic libraries in Nigeria can apply emerging technologies, the likely challenges, and strategies that can be adopted to ensure sustainable use of emerging technologies in academic libraries. It has been found that emerging technologies can enhance existing library services and create new ones, such as data mining, data management, and scholarly communication, among others. However, although steps are being taken by academic librarians in Nigerian tertiary institutions to leverage technology in providing the needed support for researchers, the pace of technology adoption is still slow and the range of technologies being adopted is limited compared to available options. This state of affairs has been attributed to challenges such as lack of infrastructure, librarians' skills, and a negative attitude towards change. The study recommends a multidimensional approach to the application of emerging technologies in Nigerian academic libraries [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the Philippines, the need for librarians to conduct research is both statutory and personal. Despite the impetus, few Filipino librarians embark on research. This study attempts to describe the lived experiences of librarians focusing on the angle that limits them to conduct research. Interviews were conducted online with 7 academic librarians from 3 private universities in Iloilo City. Facts about the reality formed from the respondents' experiences answered the essential question why librarians are reluctant to conduct research. Five major themes emerged: (1) research competency; (2) inadequate formalized support from the administration for librarians; (3) research mentorship; (4) library routine work/multitasking functions; and (5) coping with self-pity and disappointment. The findings from this study, which is anchored on interpretivism, provide insights to a different perspective of investigating the realities in a developing country delving into a deeper discussion on the reasons behind their reluctance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In Spring 2023 an online survey was realized among all medical librarian members of the working group on evidence-based medicine (AG-EBM) within the German Medical Library Association (AGMB). The focus of this survey was to characterize the services that medical librarians offer to provide library services for research. The 17-item survey also included open-ended questions, which allowed survey participants to better describe their situation. The results were complemented with case reports with illustrative examples. The survey was completed by 21 librarians. The research support services offered by the members of the AG-EBM focus on systematic literature research, literature management and open access.

Background: Deaths from drug overdose have reached a crisis level, with more than 100,000 reported from April 2020 to April 2021. Novel approaches to address it are urgently needed. Objectives: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is leading novel comprehensive efforts to develop safe and effective products that address the needs of the citizens affected by SUD. NIDA aims to support research and development of medical devices intended to monitor, diagnose, or treat substance use disorders. Results: NIDA participates in Blueprint MedTech program is part of the large NIH Blueprint for Neurological Research Initiative. It supports the research and development of new medical devices through product optimization, pre-clinical testing, and human subject studies, including clinical trials. The program is structured in two main components - Blueprint MedTech Incubator and Blueprint MedTech Translator. It offers free to the researcher services that are typically unavailable in academic environment - business expertise facilities and staffing to successfully develop minimum viable devices, pre-clinical bench testing, clinical studies, planning and executing in manufacturing, as well as regulatory expertise. Conclusions: Through Blueprint MedTech, NIDA provides innovators with expanded resources to ensure the success of the research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Copyright of Information Library Magazine 'INFOLIB' is the property of National Library of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Research support services are offered to faculty members in universities for their successful extramural funding. However, there has been little evidence for its effectiveness. Here, we examine the relationship between increase in rewarded grants and the research support activities underlying the successful grant proposal. Research grant data of 31 private universities with medical school from KAKEN database and identified trends of the past 22 years was obtained. Next, we explored disclosed information such as annual reports on the university websites and identified the newly introduced research support activities that could explain the increase in grants awarded. We found that newly implemented research support activities in most of the universities were approximately concurrent to the increase in research grants. Additionally, the amount of research support activities correlated with the successful granting. Taken together, we conclude that institutional support by universities is effective in helping young researchers to succeed in extramural funding. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

It is important to establish a culture of research in the graduate schoolof state universities to stay relevant and competitive in the knowledge-based economy. This paper attempted to enhance the graduate school research support for the improvement of the scholarly performance of graduate students in a state university. The mixed-methods sequential explanatory design was used. An online survey was conducted using aresearcher-made questionnaire developed through Google form and was participated by 106 respondents. Likewise, interviews were participated by 11 interviewees.Furthermore, some of the findings were triangulated using document analysis. Average and rank were used to analyze the survey data. Findings reveal that the scholarly performance of the graduate students “does not meet expectations at all”. However, the extent of institutional support of the graduate school “fully meets expectation”. The scholarly performances needing improvement were research presentation and publication which were attributed to the need to attune the informational, mentoring, administrative, and resource supports of the institution along with the national standards for graduate research. Hence, opportunities for improvements were identified on the enhancement of the graduate school research support which may help establish research and innovation culture that is comparable to the national and global standards

The purpose of the article is to present theoretical generalizations on library and information research as aspects of the development of information support for research and development: a classification of a complex of relevant works, products and services and a model that allows determining the level of development for each library based on its tasks and human resources. The methodological possibilities of the developed model are shown: it can be used for personnel training and for the organization of a new library at a research institute, research university under certain requirements.

This case study describes the development of an open research skills framework at the University of York. The framework responds to a need for more comprehensive training, clarity and understanding around open research practices across disciplines at York, in line with the University's commitment to the long-term development of an open research culture. The framework was developed by Library, Archives and Learning Services (LALS) in partnership with practitioners from different disciplines across the University's research community. We summarize the background of open research activities at York since 2020, describe how the project was initiated and progressed during the summer of 2022, then provide an overview of the framework itself including areas for future development and consideration. We conclude with some early indicators of usage and reflections on the project, and we hope that this case study will prove useful for research support staff who may be considering developing a similar framework for their own institution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores the availability and relevance of research support offered by academic librarians to faculty members within the Colleges of Health Sciences and Basic and Applied Sciences at the University of Ghana, with the background that current technological changes in librarianship have made research support a critical function of academic libraries. Mixed methods research design was adopted for the study. Data was collected from faculty members and academic librarians through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews respectively. The study concluded that research support activities by academic librarians exist and are seen as very relevant to faculty members. However, as there is an increase in technological advancement in academic library services, only the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) was heavily utilized for research support whereas Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI) by academic librarians to faculty, news alerts, and lists of new arrivals were the least utilized services. The study observed that academic librarians had not utilized social media in communicating research support to faculty members although they had a positive mindset about its use. The identified ways of communicating research support to faculty members were through emails, the "ask the librarian" system on university websites, presentations by academic librarians at workshops for faculty members, notices on bulletin boards and one-on-one interactions. This study recommends that academic librarians regularly update their knowledge on current trends of research support tools and services to support faculty in the conduct of their research. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]