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- Title
Ten simple rules for successful and sustainable African research collaborations.
- Authors
Dine, Roseline Dzekem; Elkheir, Lamis Yahia Mohamed; Raimi, Morufu Olalekan; Alemayehu, Micheal; Mohamed, Salem Youssef; Turzin, Justice Kwadwo; Arogundade, Femi Qudus; Ochola, Elizabeth Akinyi; Nasiyo, Alex Mukungu; Mwawanga, Raziah Quallatein; Yabo, Yahaya Abubakar
- Abstract
The article provides ten rules for successful and sustainable research collaborations in Africa. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural, social, and political landscapes of Africa and adapting research methodologies accordingly. Regular and open communication strategies are highlighted as crucial for collaboration and mutual understanding. The article also emphasizes the need for responsible exchange of research materials and resources, promoting equity and inclusion, and addressing disparities in resources. The Cape Town Statement provides recommendations for ethical research, aiming to address the imbalance in research benefits between high-income and low- and middle-income countries. Challenges to achieving equitable research collaborations include resource distribution, cultural and linguistic diversity, and power dynamics. Overcoming these obstacles requires fostering inclusivity, addressing cultural differences, and incorporating capacity-building components. Open science practices, adherence to local ethical approval policies, and clear publication guidelines are also essential. Collaborative research in Africa has the potential to contribute to global health systems, socioeconomic development, and the understanding of complex diseases. Following these guidelines can lead to a more equitable and impactful scientific enterprise.
- Subjects
VIRTUAL work teams; SUSTAINABLE architecture; CULTURAL pluralism; HUMAN origins; SCIENTIFIC knowledge; HEBBIAN memory; AFRICANS; BUSINESS communication
- Publication
PLoS Computational Biology, 2024, Vol 20, Issue 6, p1
- ISSN
1553-734X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1371/journal.pcbi.1012197