Life cycle and motivational aspects of a research group
Journal Title: Trilogía Ciencia Tecnología Sociedad - Year 2018, Vol 10, Issue 19
Abstract
Research groups have been traditionally described as functional units that primarily focus on scientific research processes and academic production. However, these definitions do not generally consider the team and individual dynamics that take place during their life cycle. This study aims to propose a theory of the life cycle of research groups, identify the motivational aspects of its members, and (based on that) provide elements to create a new definition. For this purpose, a qualitative study analyzed information collected in 2014 and 2015 from a self-evaluation process of the group Psicología y Salud in which teachers and research professionals participated. The process applied information collection techniques such as surveys with open questions, focus groups and a qualitative interview. Said strategies enabled to obtain significant data that were later analyzed and categorized based on elements of the Grounded Theory. Three types of motivations to join the group were identified and a life cycle model was proposed. Finally, we suggest a comprehensive definition that recognizes research groups as human and social spaces that transcend scientific productivity. These results can provide institutions and said groups with tools to develop comprehensive policies and strategies focused on human talent in research and aimed at knowledge management.
Authors and Affiliations
Madelyn Matabanchoy Salazar, Oriana Teresa Ruiz Bravo, Fredy Villalobos Galvis
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