Exploring and Exploiting the Dynamics of Networks in Complex Applied Research Projects : A Reflection on Learning in Action

Coughlan, Paul and Coghlan, David and Rigg, Clare and O'Leary, Denise (2021) Exploring and Exploiting the Dynamics of Networks in Complex Applied Research Projects : A Reflection on Learning in Action. British Journal of Management, 32 (4). pp. 1440-1455. ISSN 1045-3172

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Abstract

Since 1984, the European Union (EU) has supported research and development activities covering almost all scientific disciplines through a series of multi-annual Framework Programmes. The current programme is Horizon 2020. Common across the key indicators of research project performance have been actions by companies, including introduce and test innovations new to the company or the market. Initiatives to achieve these objectives require researchers to generate transdisciplinary knowledge in partnership with practitioners as co-researchers. This paper reflects on the authors’ experience of engaging in five EU-funded complex applied research projects over 20 years. The paper locates the process of the five projects in network action learning and Mode 2 knowledge production. It offers a theoretical framework expressed in three hypotheses to guide those who design and implement projects, those who approve and provide funding, and those who exploit and build upon the resulting research.

Item Type:
Journal Article
Journal or Publication Title:
British Journal of Management
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Research Output Funding/yes_externally_funded
Subjects:
?? yes - externally fundedgeneral business,management and accountingstrategy and managementmanagement of technology and innovationbusiness, management and accounting(all) ??
ID Code:
210448
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Deposited On:
27 Nov 2023 11:00
Refereed?:
Yes
Published?:
Published
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31 Aug 2024 00:24