L. Michelle Bennett, PhD
Dr. L. Michelle Bennett directs NCI’s Center for Research Strategy, a science-based office that since 2015 collaboratively develops recommendations for addressing scientific opportunities, monitors the direction and application of scientific knowledge and resources, and identifies research funding gaps. Dr. Bennett has extensive practical experience in promoting collaboration and team-based approaches by bringing together research scientists with diverse backgrounds and expertise to solve complex scientific problems. She has supported efforts to increase diversity in the biomedical workforce, played a leadership role in launching and building the NIH Stadtman Tenure Track Investigator program, and developed a trans-NIH web presence for the NIH Intramural program.
Team Science and Collaboration Basics
Bennett discusses the reasons and advantages for the growth in team building and collaboration in science as well as how to build a research team, overcoming proprietary concerns and the four phases of team development. The mechanics of forming a team and the three pillars of an effective team are also outlined.
At the end of the professional development byte, you will be able to:
- Explain the importance/value of team science (multidisciplinary research)
- Apply the four phases of team development to support a team in achieving the performing stage
- Develop teams that incorporate best practices for productivity
Watch this professional development byte: Team Science and Collaboration Basics
Resources
- Collaboration and Team Science: A Field Guide
Collaboration and Team Science Field Guide (cancer.gov) - https://www.nih.gov/research-training
* The presenter has disclosed that she has no relevant financial relationships.