Declining research interest among oncology residents: insights into the academic career from a nationwide longitudinal study in France.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Oncology demands both high-quality clinical care and continuous research innovation. Yet, sustaining an academic workforce remains a challenge. Although prior studies have explored residents' motivations, longitudinal insights into their evolving academic interests are lacking.

Materials and methods

We conducted a nationwide, longitudinal survey of French oncology residents (2020-2023), targeting first-year cohorts annually. The study included residents from both medical oncology and radiation oncology. The 42-item questionnaire assessed academic aspirations, research involvement, clinical workload, and career priorities.

Results

Among 498 eligible residents, 377 responded (75.7%). Over time, interest in research declined (79.4% in 2020 versus 63.3% in 2023

SUBMITTER: Taranto N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12805360 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature