Research: A necessity priced as luxury

Kamberi, Artina and Ameti, Vullnet and Memeti, Agon and Osmani-Ballazhi, Sheruze (2024) Research: A necessity priced as luxury. In: 2024 European Quality Assurance Forum: Enhancing education, research and societal engagement through quality assurance.

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Abstract

Research is a cornerstone of innovation, knowledge advancement, and societal progress. However, the high costs associated with conducting research often make it an exclusive endeavor, accessible to only a few. This paper examines the economic barriers that render research prohibitively expensive, particularly for educational and scientific institutions, and the implications for quality assurance. We propose a collaborative digital platform to reduce these financial barriers. Currently in its demo version, the platform offers a suite of tools for resource sharing, cost-effective data acquisition, and virtual collaboration, leveraging cloud technology and open-source software. By enabling access to high- quality research tools and data repositories at a fraction of the traditional costs, it promotes cross- institutional collaboration, resource pooling, and shared expertise, significantly reducing individual research expenditures. The paper will outline the platform's functionality, present case studies, and invite feedback for further development. Our goal is to foster a more inclusive research environment, ensuring innovation thrives without financial constraints. We encourage the academic community to engage with this initiative and help shape a more accessible and equitable future for research.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HA Statistics H Social Sciences > HG Finance
Divisions:	Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences > School of Social Sciences
Depositing User:	Unnamed user with email zshi@unite.edu.mk
Date Deposited:	13 Dec 2024 13:48
Last Modified:	13 Dec 2024 13:48
URI:	http://eprints.unite.edu.mk/id/eprint/1861

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