Open Science in Nursing Research: Opportunities and Challenges in Data Sharing and the Application of the Fair and Care Principles
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Systematic Review
Abstract: The study examines the application of the principles of Open Science, FAIR and CARE in the management of research data in nursing research. Through a systematic literature review, as well as documentary, comparative and critical analysis, the need for an integrated approach to the management of sensitive health data has been identified. In response to the identified shortfall, two complementary conceptual models have been developed – the Nursing Research Data Lifecycle and the FAIR-CARE Nursing Data Governance Framework. They integrate the technical requirements for data quality, accessibility and reusability with the ethical principles of participant protection, oversight and public benefit. The proposed framework could support data management, the development of institutional policies and research projects. Due to the conceptual nature of the study, the models are subject to subsequent empirical validation.
Authors: Miroslava Ilieva, Greta Koleva
Institution: Angel Kanchev University of Ruse
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
Funder: University of Ruse
OpenAlex ID: W7225331270
