Publishing quantitative careers research: challenges and recommendations

Challenges and opportunities of publishing supplements at Arthritis Research & Therapy

are the cause of much debate in the world of journal publishing. Supplements are criticized for the fact that often they are funded by an external source, and journals have been known to shy away from their publication [1]. But is refusing to publish supplements the only answer? At Arthritis Research & Th erapy, we feel that – if subjected to the full rigors of peer review – supplements can pro...

Challenges and Barriers to Pregnant Women\'s Nutrition: Policy Recommendations

Pharmacy practice research careers.

Research is critical to the advancement of pharmacy practice. The need for pharmacistresearchers who possess both clinical knowledge and biomedical research skills has long been recognized. A variety of career pathways are available for individuals entering the profession of pharmacy that allow them to embark on a career in research. However, many students and graduates of schools or colleges o...

Screening for depression in medical research: ethical challenges and recommendations

BACKGROUND Due to the important role of depression in major illnesses, screening measures for depression are commonly used in medical research. The protocol for managing participants with positive screens is unclear and raises ethical concerns. The aim of this article is to identify and critically discuss the ethical issues that arise when a positive screen for depression is detected, and offer...

Implementation of genomics research in Africa: challenges and recommendations

BACKGROUND There is exponential growth in the interest and implementation of genomics research in Africa. This growth has been facilitated by the Human Hereditary and Health in Africa (H3Africa) initiative, which aims to promote a contemporary research approach to the study of genomics and environmental determinants of common diseases in African populations. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this arti...