Exploring how teamwork in science can be improved.
Official title: RESEARCH AND APPLICATION IN TEAM SCIENCE: A CONSENSUS STUDY
Funded at National Academy of Sciences · NIH-10946795 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how scientists can work better together to improve research, which could lead to new treatments and discoveries that help patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | National Academy of Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | July 28, 2023 |
| Project end | July 25, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $50,000 |
| NIH project number | 263201800029I-0-759802300012-2 |
| Project ID | NIH-10946795 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals interested in the outcomes of scientific research and innovations in healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not engaged in or do not follow scientific advancements may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the dynamics of team science by gathering expert opinions to reach a consensus on best practices. It aims to identify effective strategies for collaboration among researchers, which could enhance the quality and efficiency of scientific investigations. By engaging various stakeholders in the scientific community, the study seeks to develop actionable guidelines that can be applied in future research projects. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved research outcomes and innovations that arise from better teamwork in scientific endeavors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective scientific collaborations, resulting in faster and more impactful medical advancements.
How similar studies have gone: While the concept of team science is gaining traction, this specific consensus approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior research.
Where this research is happening
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National Academy of Sciences
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spruth, David — National Academy of Sciences
- Study coordinator: Spruth, David
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.