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Open Access (OA) publications have led to a higher rate of citations for research funded by Ireland’s Health Research Board (HRB) - that’s one of the key findings of a Digital Science analysis of HRB-funded research. HRB is the lead funding agency for health research in Ireland. The analysis - using Dimensions, the world’s largest linked research database - also found that OA is now the most common access level for HRB-funded publications. The full report - “Bibliometric Analysis of HRB Supported Publications 2018-2022” - can be found on Figshare here: https://lnkd.in/gcQn5vzm The expert analysis was conducted by Digital Science’s Hélène Draux (Senior Data Scientist) and Juergen Wastl (VP Research Evaluation and Global Challenges), and was commissioned by HRB. HRB’s Vydehi Muppavarapu (Programme Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation) says: “The report provides an analysis of trends seen between 2018 and 2022 with 3,189 publications produced in the period. It illustrates where HRB publication outputs have grown, including Health Services and Systems, subsequent to targeted investments in successive HRB strategies. It documents positive trends in open access publications and fewer uncited publications.” Juergen Wastl says: “Our analysis shows that HRB-funded publications grew significantly in the five-year period, until 2021 where it peaked and declined in 2022 likely due to Covid – this decline is also seen at the Irish level as well as most countries in the world. “Of note is the shift toward open access of HRB-funded publications, particularly in the last few years, highlighting the transition toward open access within HRB’s portfolio, with Gold and Hybrid journals gaining share while Closed access has declined.” This project highlights the strategic value to organizations of using Dimensions to obtain deeper insights into the research landscape - in this case, insights that can impact on health research and people’s lives. Find out more about Dimensions: https://ow.ly/USKA50RS8mY #OpenAccess #OpenResearch #OpenScience #health #HealthResearch #bibliometrics

Partners in Digital Health (PDH) announced a no APC fee aimed specifically at negative, unconventional, null, neutral, and failed #research, on the heels of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (#OSTP) Federally Funded Research Guidance announcement, in Sept 2022. To date, no such research has been submitted. Last week I spoke with a Rear Admiral, Chief Nurse, from the US Public Health Service, and others in government #NGO service. All agree how important sharing negative data is. The obstacle is #academia and its promotion reward system. To reiterate our message: "Progress in #science is not only made based on positive data, but also on negative results. Guidance to the #scientificcommunity should include and emphasize the importance of negative data across both public and #openaccess #scientificpublications.” #Scientists have become accustomed to celebrating only success and have forgotten that most technological advances stem from failure. When negative results aren’t published, other scientists can’t learn from them and end up repeating failed experiments, leading to a waste of #publicfunds and a delay in genuine progress. Researchers are particularly challenged to disclose negative results that are not consistent with previously published positive data. In addition, positive findings are more likely to generate #citations and funding for additional research, but negative data saves institutions funding wasteful projects and puts ecosystems on the right track for faster #solutions and #outcomes that benefit the entire ecosystem. This is critically important in new research fields and markets that are evolving - fostering real world applications and scaled implementations. Partners In Digital Health is pleased to facilitate these critical efforts to accelerate research success, augment true #innovation, and create a trusted repository where research, #public, and private communities can find unconventional answers to streamline meaningful solutions. The publisher will waive the APC for negative and null research, for accepted peer reviewed manuscript submissions. Topic areas will include but are not limited to the following: >What and why the research did not work, eg., rigor in study design, lack of funding, issue with patient recruitment, support from superiors or colleagues, bias, etc >Analysis of impact >Consequences of negative research >Lessons on mitigating negative results and why >Benefits of sharing research >Good research practices, best practices >Key personal learnings >Addressing issues of reproducibility >Ethical violations Papers on related and complementary topics will be considered. Submission Requirements >Papers should be original submissions not previously published or under active consideration by other journal >Papers will be 3,000 maximum word count >Submissions must include a section for an analysis and recommendations for future researchers, and journal readers

The accessibility of hospital facilities contributes to social stability and the protection of the fundamental human right to health care. This study aimed to examine the geographical distribution of hospital care facilities and their attribute information in the nine Local Government Areas LGA of the Imo East District by developing a database and producing a visual map of these facilities. The facilities investigated were divided into different groups by type, ownership, and operational state. The attribute data that makes up the database was obtained through questionnaires distributed to facility management. Geospatial data was collected using a handheld Global Positioning System GPS . The maps received from the government agencies integrated with the ArcGIS environment were used for the visual mapping of the facilities. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences SPSS was used to analyze the data. The results suggest that there are 837 health facilities, with Ahiazu and Ezinihitte having the fewest 8.1 and 8.5 , respectively , and Ngor Okpala having the most sparsely distributed. The areas with the most facilities are Aboh and Ikeduru, with 13.3 and 13.0 , respectively. The ownership of private and public facilities was 59.3 and 40.7 , respectively. The facilities are not evenly dispersed, and their standards vary substantially. The database created would surely aid in management, planning, and encouraging new avenues in health administration. The visual map produced illustrates the locations of health institutions, and road connectivity by type, and is an essential source of health information. The visual map available to the public can increase the number of patients who travel to the proper hospitals and prevent patients from seeking health treatment in the wrong place. As a result, the findings of this study may aid in the administration of health facilities and future planning. By Umunnakwe George E. | Obasi Ibe B. "An Empirical Study of the Geospatial Availability of Hospitals in Imo East using GPS Mapping" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-7 | Issue-3 , June 2023, URL: https://lnkd.in/dedTBKYY Paper URL: https://lnkd.in/dhQCrsK6

Did you know that 73% of the population in Portugal faces challenges in accessing, understanding, and utilizing health information? 🤔 At #TRIO_EU, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on citizens of all ages and educational backgrounds. Our project partners are committed to empowering individuals by providing an integrated approach to developing competencies and skills in health, digital, and data domains. This empowerment is crucial for navigating the ever-evolving eHealth landscape. Through meticulous desk research and insightful interviews, our Portuguese TRIO partners have conducted an in-depth analysis of the current state of digital, health, and data literacy in Portugal. 📊 The findings shed light on critical aspects that affect citizens' ability to engage effectively with health information. You can read the result here: https://lnkd.in/dZQNaypu If you're interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities in this space, we invite you to read the comprehensive analysis on our website. https://lnkd.in/dJVBKyge Let's work together to bridge the knowledge gap and empower our communities! 💪 #healthcare #digitalhealth #eHealth #dataliteracy #empoweringcommunities #healthinformation #TRIOproject Carina Dantas Juliana Louceiro Inês Saavedra Joana Vieira Maria van Zeller Francisco José Melero Muñoz Dieuwertje van Boekel Willeke Van Staalduinen Otilia Kocsis SHINE 2Europe AFEdemy, age-friendly environments academy ISIS-Sozialforschung BOK Technologies & Solutions CETEM - Centro Tecnológico del Mueble y la Madera

Findata’s service and decision fees will change in 2024 – cheaper prices for researcher-driven research! 🔹 Based on the decree of public charges, the prices of limited and extensive data permits will be reduced while the prices of normal data permits and hourly work will increase slightly. The prices of data permits for applicants established outside the EU or EEA will stay the same. 🔹 A new fee category is formed for researcher-driven research. The prices of normal and extensive data permits and data requests are 50 % lower for research conducted without external funding or with funding from a public health care unit, university, research institute or other public or non-profit association. The applicant must be established in an EU or EEA country. 🔹 The purpose of the reduced fee category is to improve the possibilities for researcher-based studies to carry out register research. 🔹 The decree affects all permit and data request decisions and data processing made in 2024. Read more and see the new prices ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dUkFaJYj #SecondaryUse #Findata #data #research #health

🌐 Delving into the Heart of Healthcare: Clinical Architecture sheds light on the significance of Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) and the data-driven solutions shaping the future of medicine. 💡🏥 Read the full article series to stay informed on the latest advancements and to see what our VP of Clinical Informatics, Victor Lee, MD has to say about it. https://hubs.ly/Q02gqNPP0

Harnessing data to make healthcare decisions will be critical to improving patient care and outcomes, as well as reducing the cost of healthcare. For these reasons, health informatics is a rapidly growing field, expected to grow by 24% by 2027 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in health informatics, there are four key factors that influence your expected salary; click here to learn more from our blog: https://bit.ly/3qMxepP. #FranklinUniversity #OnlineDegree #HealthcareCareer #HIPweek #HealthInformatics

By aligning research priorities with community needs, it ensures health research is relevant to local issues. And with a focus on the importance of disseminating results, prioritizing community-driven research, and fostering collaborative learning, healthcare initiatives can contribute to improved health outcomes and societal well-being. #ResearchModel #CommunityEngagement #Healthcare #CommunityDrivenResearch https://lnkd.in/dc6itg5Q

Exciting News! 📚 Our latest systematic review delves into the effectiveness of the NoMAD survey in assessing the implementation of complex health and social care interventions. Since its inception in 2015, NoMAD has been gaining traction globally, offering insights into factors influencing the normalization of new practices. Our review aims to shed light on its use across diverse studies and settings, evaluating its efficacy as a measurement tool. I would be very appreciative if you took a moment to review our paper and perhaps passed it onto relevant colleagues who might be interested in using NoMAD for their healthcare intervention evaluation. #Healthcare #Research #ImplementationScience #NoMAD #SystematicReview https://lnkd.in/dFecBEvE

It has been a real joy coming alongside the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change as they work to design a digital health ecosystem we can all believe and trust in. Consulting on their new report, “New National Purpose: Harnessing Data for Health with a Data Trust” has been a professional highlight and the final product has my full endorsement. That said, the following key challenges remain: 1. Terms of engagement: exactly how will we support the public to cultivate deep digital health literacy to allow them to be the best possible check and balance on this new service? How will we guarantee their line of sight into cash flows and frontline re-investments to ensure the National Data Trust lives up to its mission of prioritising trust over data? 2. Widening the talent pool: as per the Goldacre report, where exactly will our talent be coming from to reap the benefits of NHS data safely and securely? Private sector candidates will not be easily swayed from six figure salaries, and in-house public sector digital talent requires significant investment to manage the complexities and sensitivities of our health data. 3. Tackling the data gatekeepers: how exactly will General Practitioners and existing Trusted Research Environments be convinced to share their data domain and supporting controllership agreements? It will take the entire UK health data hive mind to come together to resolve some of these remaining blockers. It will be worth it, though. As a researcher within Orchid_ Oxford, I know full well the unique opportunity the UK has at its fingertips: a meshed health data ecosystem that can map patient risks and outcomes from genotype to phenotype. This is the engine for precision and personalised medicine and, if properly supported through initiatives such as The National Data Trust, could see the UK propelled to pole position for digital health globally. We must look to innovation such as this to secure the #FutureofBritain that our patients and people deserve. Dr Charlotte Refsum Henry Li Benedict Macon-Cooney