Empowering the next generation: The role of mentorship in enhancing research competence

Honeylene Paloma; Brian Denney

Authors

Honeylene Paloma Graduate School, Cebu Doctors' University https://orcid.org/0009-0000-8344-0885
Brian M. Denney College of Medicine, Cebu Doctors' University https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3696-2247

Keywords:

Mentoring, mentorship, enhancing research competence

Abstract

Mentorship has long been recognized as a crucial component of academic and professional development, particularly for mentees and researchers in research-intensive fields. It is noted that mentorship is learned rather than taught. This systematic review aims to synthesize existing literature on the impact of mentorship programs on the development of research skills, focusing on undergraduate and junior faculty researchers. A comprehensive search was conducted across various databases, resulting in the inclusion of 50 relevant articles published between 2006 and 2023. The findings highlight the multifaceted nature of mentorship, including mentoring behaviors, quality, and program structures. Key themes emerged, such as the importance of formal mentoring programs, the role of mentor networks, and the significance of certain attributes in effective mentoring relationships. Additionally, the review explores how mentor-mentee demographics, such as race and gender, influence mentoring outcomes. Overall, this review underscores the critical role of mentorship in fostering research skills and offers insights for enhancing mentorship practices in academia.

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