scholarly journals Reflections on the results of a roundtable on creative methods in disabilities research

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 120-128
Author(s):  
Sofie Sergeant ◽  
Hanna Peels ◽  
Esther Joosa ◽  
Roy Brown ◽  
Geert Van Hove ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Disability Studies ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Creative Methods ◽  
Door Deze ◽  
Creative Research

In these research notes, we present the results of a roundtable and a subsequent process of reflection on the challenges facing researchers in disability studies using creative methods. The roundtable took place at a conference on disability, “Diversity & Belonging: Celebrating Difference” in Athens in 2018. The aim of the roundtable was to explore with other researchers in disability studies the challenges and joys of academic research using creative research methods. Even though the commitment to inclusive research is common in disability studies, the use of creative research methods still feels like pioneering and unconventional. The purpose of the roundtable was to discuss how we can extend the use of creative research methods so that more people can join in research work.  In these research notes, we discuss some reflections on the material that came out of our roundtable and from the reflective session we held after the roundtable. From studying these conversations, we identified four insights on the use of creative methods in disability studies: embodiment, discomfort, connection and plurality of voices.   Samenvatting In deze research notes presenteren we de resultaten van een roundtable en het daaropvolgend proces van reflectie over de uitdagingen van het toepassen van creatieve onderzoeksmethoden in disability studies. De roundtable vond plaats op het disability-gerelateerd congres “Diversity & Belonging: Celebrating Difference” in Athene, 2018. Het doel van de roundtable was om samen met andere onderzoekers in disability studies de obstakels en kansen van creatieve onderzoeksmethoden in academisch onderzoek te verkennen. Hoewel onderzoek steeds meer inclusief vormgegeven wordt voelt het gebruik van creatieve methodes nog steeds aan als pionieren, baanbrekend en onconventioneel.  Het doel van de roundtable was om met andere onderzoekers samen te exploreren hoe we het gebruik van creatieve onderzoeksmethoden kunnen uitbreiden zodat meer mensen kunnen meedoen in onderzoek. In het artikel gaan we in op de resultaten van de roundtable en ons reflectieproces daarna. Door deze gesprekken te bestuderen, identificeerden we vier inzichten over het gebruik van creatieve methoden in disability studies onderzoek: rond embodiment, ongemak, verbinding en meervoudigheid van stemmen.    

scholarly journals Using creative research methods and movement to encourage reflection in children

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer Leigh
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Vital Part ◽  
Early Childhood Research ◽  
Creative Research ◽  
School Day ◽  
Rich Data ◽  
Movement Exploration

Reflection is a vital part of learning, and yet in early childhood, research work on reflection is most commonly on that undertaken by teachers, and not children. This article draws from a participatory study showing how creative research methods and somatic movement enabled 22 children aged 4–11 to reflect on their experiences and document their reflections, and report findings for children aged 4–8. The aim of the research was to encourage the children to reflect deeply on their experiences, and to generate rich data. These data were used at the end of the study to stimulate discussion. The children demonstrated that they were able to reflect and articulate their experiences of the pressure to be right, the processes of journaling and drawing and reflection itself. The study used a variety of methods including journaling, drawing, mark-making and modelling as part of regular sessions of somatic movement exploration and education over 2 years within the school day.

METHODS THAT MOVE US: CREATIVITY AND ETHICS IN RESEARCHING DIGITAL YOUTH CULTURES

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Signe Uldbjerg ◽  
Natalie Hendry ◽  
Ysabel Gerrard
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Publishing Research ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Ethical Challenges ◽  
Youth Cultures ◽  
Creative Methods ◽  
Creative Research ◽  
Digital Youth

For scholars exploring digital youth cultures, creative research methods offer the potential to disrupt existing power imbalances, form empowering creative practices or closely engage with knowledge production that is dynamic, embodied and socially contextual. Yet the experience of doing creative research methods poses challenges that are often under- or unacknowledged in our work. This roundtable brings together researchers from different countries (Australia, Canada, Denmark, and the United Kingdom), career stages, and with differing methodological expertise to discuss the ethical, personal, theoretical and methodological challenges of creative methods research to understand intersectionally diverse groups of young people and their digitally lives. In the spirit of creative methods, our roundtable opens with a short creative, hands-on task that encourages reflection on the following aspects of researching young people’s digital lives: approaching ethics, anonymity, care and vulnerability; choosing suitable research methods; including young people in research; rethinking what counts as “data”; and publishing research results. We will then share brief summaries of our research, addressing ethical challenges at different stages of the research process; from diversity in recruitment and interactions between research designs and young people’s digital lives, to representations of young voices in academic writing and young people’s possibilities of long-term commitments in participatory research. We want to emphasize the importance of openly discussing the challenges we face as researchers but also as practitioners, educators and activists, and we will invite participants to discuss their own research relating to creative methods, ethics and youth digital cultures. Our work emphasises the political and pedagogical need for research that approaches young people’s diverse media practices through respectful listening and co-production methods. Additionally, we wish to reflect on our own positions as researchers and feminists, and on which perspectives we can represent and which we cannot.

De aantrekkingskracht en uitdagingen van creatieve onderzoeksmethoden

KWALON ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-134
Author(s):  
Gwenda van der Vaart
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Types Of Knowledge ◽  
Creative Methods ◽  
Scientific Disciplines ◽  
Creative Research ◽  
Different Types

Abstract The appeal and challenges of creative research methods Attention for the use of creative research methods in various scientific disciplines is increasing. In this article, several reasons are given as to why researchers are drawn to these methods. The challenges that researchers may face in using these methods are also described. The article ends with a brief outlook on the possible future of creative methods, pointing to how they can contribute to acquiring acknowledge and tap into different types of knowledge.

MDM2-p53 Interaction Inhibitors: The Current State-of-Art and Updated Patent Review (2010-Present)

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 324-369 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafał Rusiecki ◽  
Jakub Witkowski ◽  
Joanna Jaszczewska-Adamczak
Keyword(s):  
Therapeutic Potential ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Tumor Suppressor P53 ◽  
Research Groups ◽  
Current State ◽  
Mouse Double Minute ◽  
Patent Review ◽  
Main Emphasis ◽  
Double Minute

Background: Mouse Double Minute 2 protein (MDM2) is a cellular regulator of p53 tumor suppressor (p53). Inhibition of the interaction between MDM2 and p53 proteins is a promising anticancer therapy. Objective: This updated patent review is an attempt to compile the research and achievements of the various researchers working on small molecule MDM2 inhibitors from 2010 to date. We provide an outlook into the future for therapy based on MDM2 inhibition by presenting an overview of the most relevant patents which have recently appeared in the literature. Methods: Literature and recent patents focusing on the anticancer potential of MDM2-p53 interaction inhibitors and its applications have been analyzed. We put the main emphasis on the most perspective compounds which are or were examined in clinical trials. Results: Literature data indicated that MDM2 inhibitors are therapeutically effective in specific types of cancer or non-cancer diseases. A great number of patents and research work around new MDM2- p53 interaction inhibitors, possible combinations, new indications, clinical regimens in previous years prove that this targeted therapy is in the scope of interest for many business and academic research groups. Conclusion: Novel MDM2 inhibitors thanks to higher potency and better ADME properties have shown effectiveness in preclinical and clinical development however the final improvement of therapeutic potential for MDM2 inhibitors might depend on the useful combination therapy and exploring new cancer and non-cancer indications.

Guerrillas in the [Urban] Midst: Developing and Using Creative Research Methods—Guerrilla Research Tactics

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 21-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Glenda Amayo Caldwell ◽  
Lindy Osborne ◽  
Inger Mewburn ◽  
Philip Crowther
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Creative Research

Vascular surgery: What increases the flow of students to the speciality?

Vascular ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 338-344 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Adil A Turki ◽  
Alexander Zargaran ◽  
Aasim Murtaza ◽  
Amal Thomas ◽  
Harry Spiers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vascular Surgery ◽  
Medical Curriculum ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Undergraduate Curriculum ◽  
Significant Rise ◽  
Surgical Skills ◽  
Positive Perception ◽  
Vascular Surgeon ◽  
Diverse Range

Objectives Vascular surgery is in increasing demand due to the higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease in the general population. Meanwhile, applications to join the speciality have been in decline in the last few years. St George’s Surgical Society held a one-day conference to expose undergraduates to the speciality in the hope that this will inspire more undergraduates to pursue it as a career. Methods The conference consisted of introductory lectures delivered by a consultant vascular surgeon, followed by practical skills workshops simulating aortic anastomosis on porcine aortas. Pre-course and post-course questionnaires assessed positive and negative perceptions of vascular surgery, knowledge of and self-reported confidence in practical surgical skills and utility of the course in their decision to potentially pursue a career in vascular surgery. Results There was a significant increase of 27% ( p = 0.03) in the positive perception that vascular surgery includes a diverse range of procedures and subspecialties. Attendees reported a 27% significant increase ( p = 0.02) in the perception that vascular surgery had a wide array of opportunity for academic/research work. Finally, there was an 18% decrease ( p = 0.03) in the negative perception that vascular surgery is somehow female-unfriendly or discriminatory against females. There was also a significant rise in both interest (33%) and understanding (73%) of vascular surgery. Conclusions A one-day conference can significantly impact students’ perception especially when there is a lack of exposure within the undergraduate curriculum. This course helped to increase positive perception and dispute negative misconceptions about the speciality. The simulation workshops held at this conference increased students’ confidence and awareness of relevant surgical skills. This conference provided a unique experience that positively impacted and inspired students and thus served as an important supplement to core medical curriculum.

scholarly journals Research Identities: Reflections of a Contract Researcher

2006 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 40-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jackie Goode
Keyword(s):  
Identity Formation ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Institutional Identity ◽  
Research Staff ◽  
Qualitative Researcher ◽  
Contract Research ◽  
Social Work Training ◽  
Work Training ◽  
Researcher Identity

This paper examines the institutional identity formation of contract research staff in the context of the Taylorisation of research knowledges. The author has been a contract researcher for many years, after initially training and practising as a Probation Officer. She makes links between her social work training, and her current practice as a qualitative researcher. Drawing on her experience of working on a variety of different projects, at a number of different institutions, and providing illustrative examples from projects in sociology, social policy, health, and education, she reflects on the implications of the current social organization of academic research both for professional research practice and for researcher identity. There is a paradox in the way that contract research staff accrue a wealth of experience of how research is organised and conducted in different contexts, a repertoire of skills, and a vast volume of various kinds of ‘data’, whilst remaining vulnerable and marginalized figures within the academy, with few opportunities for professional development and advancement. She outlines a number of strategies she has employed in the preservation of the ‘research self’, and concludes by suggesting that the academy has much to learn about the effective management of ‘waste’, as embodied by researchers’ selves and their data, consequent upon the Taylorisation of research work.

scholarly journals Strategic Directions of Pedagogical Personnel Training for the System of Continuing Vocational Education

2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (6) ◽  
pp. 93-121 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. F. Zeer ◽  
V. S. Tretyakova ◽  
V. I. Miroshnichenko
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Education ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Vocational Training ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Inductive Method ◽  
Highly Qualified ◽  
Speed Training

. Introduction. Transition to a post-industrial socio-economic structure and information society caused education crisis, which is common for world space. Dynamic development of high technologies and rapid obsolescence of knowledge significantly reduced life cycle of professions and caused deep structural changes in the sphere of employment. The need of economics for workers with qualitatively new qualification characteristics - a flexible person with meta-professional competencies, capable to solve complex professional problems and ready for innovative activity not just for today, but with the future in mind - has necessitated a significant updating of the system of vocational training and its reorganisation facilitating the implementation of a formula “lifelong learning”. The solution of problems of education begins with qualitative training of teachers, since the qualities of future professionals - graduates of the educational organisation, primarily depend on the level of teachers’ competencies.The aim of the present article is to determine the strategic directions of innovative development of vocational education and preparation of highly qualified pedagogical personnel.Methodology and research methods. The hypothetico-inductive method, theoretic-methodological analysis and synthesis of the content of scientific literature were the major research methods. The research work was carried out on the basis of the principle of convergence, which determines cross-disciplinary and supra-professional communications, acts as a factor of design and a statement in professiology of a new phenomenon - transprofessionalism. The authors described the concept of transprofessionalism through the process- and project-based approaches.Results and scientific novelty. The developmental trends and directions of vocational education are considered. The principal defining factor of vocational education is close integration of all its processes and subsystems (prevocational training - secondary vocational education - higher education institutions - postgraduate training), which integrity is provided by the continuing and advanced education. The concept of transprofessionalism and convergence in multidisciplinary training of specialists is proved. The innovative educational programmes based on this concept are characterised. The logical-semantic model of a modern specialist is designed. This model can form an empirical basis to design vocational education platform, which integrates socio-humanistic, natural-science disciplines and related innovative technologies for teachers’ training in the system of continuing vocational education. Strategic directions for realisation of such preparation are formulated: transprofessionalism, cooperation / collaboration, advanced and “high-speed” training, digital transformation.Practical significance. The research materials can be useful for specialists in the field of vocational education, heads of the educational organisations in order to develop and make managerial decisions and to effectively organise the process of vocational training of pedagogical personnel.

scholarly journals Hermeneutics and Phenomenology in Human and Social Sciences Research

Civilizar ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (38) ◽  
pp. 137-146
Author(s):  
John Jairo Pérez-Vargas ◽  
Johan Andrés Nieto-Bravo ◽  
Juan Esteban Santamaría-Rodríguez
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Spanish Version ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Methodological Framework ◽  
Individual Approach ◽  
Human And Social Sciences ◽  
Two Phases

This article of reflection problematizes the relationships between phenomenology and hermeneutics as epistemic places of research work through a documentary approach built in two phases. First, the text reflects on the terminological use present in the paradigms, approaches, epistemological perspectives, and research methods, thereby identifying that there is no criteria univocity in its references and approaches about research methodology treaties. Likewise, it is evident that there are methodological proposals that include phenomenology and hermeneutics in a complementary, articulated, or isolated way without allowing precise places of understanding that allow to locate their application in research. Based on the aforementioned, the second phase proposes an individual approach to the background and comprehensions of phenomenology and hermeneutics, identifying particularities that characterize them, possible theoretical-practical differences and approaches that can be established in view of their relevance from the epistemic and methodological framework of research in human and social sciences. This article is a translation from the Spanish version “La hermenéutica y la fenomenología en la investigación en ciencias humanas y sociales”, published in Civilizar, 19(37), 2019. doi: 10.22518/usergioa/jour/ccsh/2019.2/a09. The translation has been authorized and approved by the authors and the Editor.

scholarly journals Integration of sustainability aspects in the supplier selection process: a case study from a German electronics firm

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 13-27
Author(s):  
Rubén Medina Serrano ◽  
Wanja Wellbrock ◽  
María Reyes González Ramirez ◽  
José Luis Gascó
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Supplier Selection ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Professional Activity ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Sustainable Supplier Selection

The supplier selection process has become an important area of research and professional activity, and it is fundamental to understand the types and trends of research in this field. The appropriate supplier selection decision is a fundamental strategic process and plays an important role in supply chain management. In the last decade, academic research on sustainability has evolved rapidly in the supply chain literature. However, there has been scant opportunity for the research community to complete a global assessment of sustainable supplier selection activities to date. This paper seeks to address this need by exploring sustainability in supply chain management, developing a sustainable supplier selection framework with a tool for its operationalization to help managers evaluate supplier selection decisions. Our proposed model is based on the TOPSIS concept as a multiple criteria decision-making (MCDM) model and is validated through a case study. This research work follows the best-in-class approach to comply with all applicable environmental regulations and laws in the supplier selection process.

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