Development of a research mentorship guide and consensus statement for low- and middle-income countries: Results of a modified Delphi process.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Institutional research mentorship is a form of mentorship whereby institutions foster mentor-mentee relationships. Research mentorship improves research effectiveness and supports relationships. However, resources are needed in order to institutionalize research mentorship tailored to low- and middle- income countries (LMICs). The aim of this study was to develop a consensus document on institutionalizing research mentorship through a modified Delphi process as part of the practical guide development process.

Methods

This study used a two-round modified Delphi process, which is an iterative, structured approach of consensus decision making. Each participant was asked about a series of items related to research mentorship using Likert scale questions. Agreement for

SUBMITTER: Kennedy F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10599585 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature