Academic Groups Research Articles

Preparing the future pharmacy workforce: competency-based undergraduate curricula for teaching, learning and assessment with a focus on antimicrobial stewardship

Abstract Introduction Competency-based teaching, learning and assessment underpins the requirements for initial training and education of pharmacists (IETPs) in the UK and is set by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). This competency-based pedagogic approach is conducive when teaching antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) since it ensures that rather than only reciting and absorbing content, student pharmacists gain the necessary skills and behaviours to apply knowledge effectively in clinical practice. This is particularly relevant since newly graduate pharmacists will need to show competency in independent prescribing at the point of graduation from 2026 and education needs to evolve to incorporate prescribing skills including decision making. Aim The aim of this project was to develop a UK-wide national AMS competency framework specifically tailored for student pharmacists and foundation year trainees. Method A working group of academics and pharmacy practitioners from all four nations and with expertise in AMS was set up in September 2022. Student pharmacists from a national organisation (BPSA) and a professional pharmacy body (RPS) are also members. Development of the consensus indicative curriculum for student pharmacists was adapted from published frameworks including those for UK undergraduate medical students1, and a UK wide set of generic AMS competencies for undergraduate healthcare professional education2. The results of a survey3 conducted across Schools of Pharmacy (SoP) aiming to determine the nature and extent of implementation of the latter generic competencies, also informed this project. To ensure consistency, the group has worked with the British Society for Chemotherapy (BSAC) to align to the Keep Antibiotics Working (KAW) website, that provides resources for pharmacy students and educators, aligned to the curriculum domains. No ethics approval was required for this study since it did not involve any participants. Results The final curriculum consists of six domains: Infection prevention and control, antimicrobials and antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial prescribing and stewardship, vaccine uptake, person-centred care and interprofessional collaborative practice. Each domain includes a competency statement together with accompanying descriptors (74) clearly outlining the knowledge and application required by the newly qualified pharmacist. To support implementation of the framework, the individual competencies were mapped to the revised GPhC standards for the IETPs together with Royal Pharmaceutical Society Prescribing Competency Framework that link to AMR and AMS. The group has also developed a set of suggested practice-based activities aligned with the framework domains to support pharmacists supervising or assessing students on placement. Discussion/Conclusion This project is timely to support development of future pharmacists as leaders in AMS and ensure a portable workforce, since pharmacists will be independent prescribers at the point of registration from 2026. A limitation of the development is the fact that not all SoP have been involved in the process; however, efforts are being made to communicate curriculum content as widely as possible. Though it is not mandatory to implement this curriculum, it provides a benchmark for embedding the competencies into undergraduate pharmacy curricula and allows identification of topics that may not be adequately covered. It also promotes consistency of approach across schools. (500 words)

Why summing up bibliometric indicators does not justify a composite indicator

AbstractVarious bibliometric indicators have been used to assess the researchers’ impact, but composites of such indicators, namely a metric that combines various individual indicators to describe a complex construct, have received a strong critique thus far. We employ concepts from psychometrics to revisit a composite proposed by Ioannidis et al. (2020) that aimed to represent researcher impact. Based on a selected sample of highly cited researchers, our proof-of-concept study presents a psychometrically principled composite formation. Specifically, by relying on the congeneric measurement model (and related models) rooted in classical test theory, we found that one of the proposed indicators clearly violated the congeneric model’s fundamental assumption of unidimensionality, and two other indicators were excluded for redundancy. The resulting composite based on only three bibliometric indicators was found to display excellent reliability. Importantly, the reliability approached that of the composite based on five indicators, and it was clearly better than the original six-indicator composite. Further, we found rather homogeneous effective weights (i.e., relative contributions of each indicator to composite variance) for simple sum scores, and these weights were close to those calculated using an algorithm for equally effective weights. While the congeneric measurement model also showed strong measurement invariance across sexes, this model’s loadings and intercepts were not measurement invariant across scientific fields and academic age groups. Notably, we found that various derived composites correlate positively with academic age, hinting at a lack of fairness of the composites.

Heterogeneous Graph Neural Network with Hierarchical Attention for Group-Aware Paper Recommendation in Scientific Social Networks

In recent years, the academic groups established in Scientific Social Networks (SSNs) have not only facilitated collaboration among researchers but also enriched the relations in SSNs, providing valuable information for paper recommendation tasks. However, existing paper recommendation methods rarely consider group information and they fail to fully leverage the group information due to the heterogeneous and complex relations between researchers, papers, and groups. In this paper, a heterogeneous graph neural network with hierarchical attention, named HHA-GPR, is proposed for group-aware paper recommendation. Firstly, a heterogeneous graph is constructed based on the interactions of researchers, papers, and groups in SSNs. Secondly, a random walk-based sampling strategy is utilized to sample highly correlated heterogeneous neighbors for researchers and papers. Thirdly, a hierarchical attention network with intra-type and inter-type attention mechanisms is designed to aggregate the sampled neighbors and comprehensively model the complex relations among the heterogeneous neighbors. More specifically, an intra-type attention mechanism is introduced to aggregate the neighbors of the same type, and an inter-type attention mechanism is employed to combine the embeddings of different types to form the ultimate node embedding. Extensive experiments are conducted on the real-world CiteULike and AMiner datasets, and the experimental results demonstrate that our proposed method outperforms other benchmark methods with an average improvement of 5.3% in Precision, 5.6% in Recall, and 5.1% in Normalized Discounted Cumulative Gain (NDCG) across both datasets.

유아교육 전공 대학생들의 셀프리더십, 학습태도, 학업성취와의 관계에 대한 연구: 플립드러닝을 적용한 교직수업을 중심으로

Objectives As learner-centered teaching methods emerge as a new paradigm in education, the flipped learning approach is increasingly being utilized in universities. This study aims to identify the relationship between flipped learning attitudes and self-leadership among university students majoring in early childhood education, partic-ularly within teacher education courses. It seeks to determine which specific self-leadership strategies sig-nificantly influence learning attitudes and academic achievement. Through this analysis, the study intends to ex-plore the potential for effectively utilizing self-leadership in flipped learning in the future. Methods The subjects of the study were 61 first-year students majoring in Early Childhood Education at B University in Seoul. Data collection took place from March to June 2024. The collected data were analyzed using Jamovi 2.25 for correlation analysis, multiple regression analysis, and ANOVA. Results A positive correlation (r = .53) was found between flipped learning attitudes and self-leadership. Among the three self-leadership strategies, the constructive thought pattern strategies significantly influenced flipped learning attitudes. Differences between academic achievement groups were confirmed, particularly between the A-grade group and the B-grade group, in terms of flipped learning attitudes, self-leadership, and the constructive thought pattern strategies as a sub-strategy of self-leadership. Conclusions Self-leadership, particularly the constructive thought pattern strategies, plays an important role in the effective application of flipped learning and can enhance students' academic achievement. Instructors need to develop support measures that can strengthen this self-leadership for the successful implementation of flipped learning. The significance of this study lies in confirming the influence of self-leadership, especially the con-structive thought pattern strategies, in a flipped learning environment. Based on these findings, universities could establish strategies for teaching and learning and support students by utilizing self-leadership.

Primary care physicians' perspectives on adults with diabetes and the recommended hepatitis B vaccine: A qualitative study.

People with diabetes are at an increased risk of contracting the hepatitis B virus (HBV). However, hepatitis B (HepB) vaccination rates among adults with diabetes are low. Factors influencing HepB vaccination have not been adequately explored. The study aims to identify and understand the barriers adults with diabetes have in receiving the recommended HepB vaccine from the physicians' perspective. This study used semi-structured interviews to ascertain the perspective of 11 primary care physicians (PCPs) in a large academic medical group about HepB vaccination among their patients with Type 1 and 2 diabetes. Thematic analysis yielded descriptions of barriers and strategies that could potentially impact HepB vaccination among adults with diabetes. Physician responses related to four themes: (1) Conflicting perceptions about HBV risk and the CDC recommendation for adults with diabetes; (2) PCPs don't perceive HepB vaccination as important as other adult vaccines and prioritize vaccination based on risk exposure; (3) PCPs' perceived barriers to HepB vaccination among adults with diabetes; and (4) Physician recommended strategies to increase HepB vaccination among adults with diabetes. Our findings indicate that physicians are generally aware of the existence of the CDC guidelines, but not all physicians recommend the HepB vaccine to adults with diabetes. This is because of a wide variation in treatment concerning glucose monitoring or insulin injection due to varying opinions about actual risk. We also identified barriers adults with diabetes have in receiving the HepB vaccine and strategies to increase HepB vaccination.

Methodological path of an action research project in Brazil’s unified health system research program

ABSTRACT This paper analyzes the cyclical process of an action research project conducted by a group of academics, policy advocates, and humanization supporters under the aegis of Brazil’s Unified Health System Research Program. The project uses a qualitative approach, based on Institutional Analysis and Intervention Research principles. As nested cycles often pass through reflection-action moments, the findings are presented according to several such moments: method construction, participation type, search for theories, and cyclical action research process. They suggest that AR’s cyclical nature can enrich knowledge production and transform healthcare practices, and that well-qualified advocates and humanization supporters can contribute to this by understanding local health needs and providing valuable suggestions to enhance administrative and healthcare actions. These findings underscore the importance of the cyclical nature of action research, which constantly deepens and adds flexibility to participation, knowledge and data production, thereby providing a crucial element which enables research to continue, despite adverse conditions, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Historical Geography in Brazil: Examining Backgrounds and New Perspectives

ABSTRACTThe sub‐discipline of historical geography in Brazil, in contrast to the Anglophone and Francophone scholarship, often tends to be overlooked by the northern disciplinary history of this sub‐discipline. In Brazil, historical geography studies emerged in the 1980s as a result of personal initiatives. Nonetheless, in the last few years, distinct generations of Brazilian historical geographers have contributed to this sub‐discipline's promotion and recognition, mainly by diversifying their methodological approaches and research interests. Undoubtedly, developing transnational academic networks and collaborations represents a crucial contribution. This review provides an overview of the main Brazilian historical geographers engaged in studying past geographies. It delves into the central themes they address and also examines the academic conferences and research groups responsible for establishing institutional spaces to foster the practice of historical geography in Brazil in recent years. In doing so, the review calls for a ‘polyphonic’ approach to historical geography, urging the inclusion of southern sites of knowledge production and embracing a diverse scholarship beyond the English‐speaking community.

Gaining Insight: Data Needs for Firearm Injury Prevention Researchers

ABSTRACTBetween 1996 and 2018, there was little federally funded research on gun violence, even though it remains a perennial issue, resulting in considerable loss of life. Advocacy and academic groups piece together data to conduct their research, but the U.S. firearms data infrastructure is limited. A current National Institute of Health (NIH)‐funded coordinating center led by researchers at the University of Michigan aims to help confront that problem. This Quality Improvement (QI) study seeks to uncover the information needs of researchers in firearm injury prevention and community‐based interventions through interviews with public health, medical, and criminal justice researchers. Interviews reveal problems associated with existing databases and infrastructures, as well as what researchers need to support their research. We find fragmented data resources and a lag in public health data availability create obstacles to obtaining many datasets. The researchers also describe problems and opportunities for data harmonization across intervention‐focused studies.

College Adjustment and Information Experience of First‐Generation College Students' Coursework and Extracurricular Learning

ABSTRACTThe current study aims to explore college adjustment and information experiences of first‐generation college students in coursework and extracurricular learning contexts. Information World Mapping visual‐elicitation interviews were conducted with 25 first‐generation college students from two elite universities in one university system. We found that while first‐generation college students tend to feel fallen behind, and be somewhat remote from professors and peers, they make use of all resorts to thrive in both coursework and extracurricular learning experiences. Most of their personal‐meaningful coursework experiences are academic group work; their extracurricular learning experiences are career‐oriented. Implications were discussed based on the findings.

Why does distilled liquor (Baijiu) have a yellowish color: A comprehensive analysis

Elucidating the mechanisms underlying Baijiu production is a shared aspiration among academic groups specializing in the field of Baijiu research. This study comprehensively examined the mechanisms underlying the yellowish coloration of Baijiu through a synergistic application of chromatographic, spectroscopic, and physical methodologies. Aging of Baijiu in earthenware pots involves the infiltration of mineral ions such as iron, aluminum, and calcium; however, these ions are detected at extremely low concentrations and are therefore not linked to the development of Baijiu's yellowish color. Instead, the yellowish coloration is attributed to the diverse colorants generated during the high-temperature fermentation of small-molecule sugars derived from the saccharification of grain materials. Although these colorants exist in minimal quantities and exhibit spectral absorption peaks ranging from 300 to 450 nm, their overlapping spectra collectively contribute to the light-absorbing properties of Baijiu across a broad wavelength range, ultimately accounting for its characteristic yellowish color.

Empowering virtual collaboration: harnessing AI for enhanced teamwork in higher education

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought about a significant change in higher education. It has led to the adoption of more digitally advanced and collaborative models. This paper examines the potential of AI in promoting dynamic virtual teamwork and improving the collective experience in the academic world. It discusses how AI tools can be integrated into various sectors of virtual teamwork, such as academic learning, group projects, communication, assessment, research collaboration, administrative efficiency, engagement strategies, and continuous feedback mechanisms. The paper provides a comprehensive analysis of AI's role in these areas, showing how AI can personalize learning, facilitate complex group tasks, streamline communication, and provide real-time feedback. Ultimately, this will prepare students for the challenges of the professional world and enhance educational efficacy. The paper evaluates the significance of AI in each sector, offering insights into how higher education institutions can use these technologies to create an environment that fosters advanced virtual collaboration. The paper argues that strategic integration of AI is crucial in equipping students with the necessary skills and competencies for the evolving digital landscape of the 21st century.

Leveraging the use of a social media app as a collaborative medical information and knowledge sharing tool—insights from experiential use and survey of a CME WhatsApp community

Background and aimContinuing Medical Education (CME) is crucial for physicians to stay current in the rapidly advancing field of medicine. A WhatsApp (WA) based community of physicians was initiated in 2016 ‘WhatsApp CME India Group’ to facilitate learning, knowledge sharing, and discussion among physicians. Due to participant size constraints of the technology, it evolved into seven distinct WA groups, overseen by a central administrator. A survey undertaken in the group’s 7th year aimed to evaluate its effectiveness in achieving its goals, measure participant engagement, and uncover the primary factors driving its usage.MethodsThe survey questionnaire was distributed to 3500 members across the 07 WhatsApp CME groups for voluntary participation. Data collected was analysed using SPSS version 24.0 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA) and reported using descriptive statistics.ResultsAmong the 581 survey respondents, the study found 43% of physicians use the WhatsApp academic groups for CME content, with 32% accessing their group over four times daily. The primary motivation for 77% was to discuss challenging cases and to gain knowledge updates from fellow physician (70%). Medical websites (57%), referral books (49%), and Google (43%) were other significant resources. Every participant (100%) found the WhatsApp CME India group the most beneficial resource for daily medical science updates. A significant portion (57%) of the respondents found the group valuable for real-time information exchange. Over 78% stated it kept them current with knowledge and guidelines. Notably, 94% viewed WhatsApp CME as complementary to physical conferences, not a replacement. The post-conference/webinar summaries were appreciated by 81% participants. Case discussions (31%) and update posts from fellow physicians sharing their insights and learnings (24%) were noted as activities of great academic interest.ConclusionThis study underscores the potential of digital platforms like WhatsApp in supplementing CME in India and potentially other comparable settings. The blend of digital and traditional resources suggests a balanced learning approach. While real-time engagement is a strength, challenges like information overload and privacy concerns require careful management. Striking a balance is crucial for ensuring content quality, structured discussions and privacy. As the digital age advances, professionals must critically assess shared information on these platforms to guarantee evidence-based and reliable knowledge dissemination.Trial registrationARK 001.

Digital Competence and Anxiety in Thai University English Education: Impacts on Teachers and Students

This study explored the levels of digital competence and digital anxiety among 25 teachers and 40 students in a Thai university, examining their relationship and impact on digital identities and the quality of online English language education. Guided by Complexity Theory, a mixed-methods approach was adopted, combining quantitative questionnaires with qualitative semi-structured interviews and focus-group discussions. Results indicated significant differences in digital competence and anxiety across generational and academic groups. Younger teachers and senior students showed higher digital competence and lower digital anxiety. Additionally, a significant negative correlation between digital competence and anxiety was observed, suggesting that higher digital competence reduces anxiety. Thematic analysis further revealed that higher digital competence promotes cohesive and confident digital identities, while higher anxiety contributed to fragmented identities. These findings emphasize the importance of enhancing digital literacy and providing psychological support to improve educational outcomes. The study advocates for comprehensive digital literacy programs tailored to different generational and academic groups. Future research should involve larger, more diverse samples, consider additional variables, and explore strategies to enhance digital competence and reduce anxiety. This research offers insights into the complex interplay between digital competence, anxiety, and identity in educational contexts.

Tutoring as a form of support for the adaptation of foreign students at the university

Introduction. Strengthening globalization processes leads to the expansion of international cooperation in the field of education. This is especially reflected in the growth of international mobility of students in higher education institutions, in particular, Russian universities. And if the first students of the beginning of the large waves of mass educational migration were proficient in the Russian language and were familiar with Russian culture, then the students who followed them were much less proficient in the language and cultural code. And, since the internationalization of education remains a prerequisite for the existence of universities, and long-term adaptation of foreign students to learning conditions worsens the quality of their training, there is a need to organize their psychological and pedagogical support in the first years of study. The purpose of the article: to specify the main problems of adaptation of foreign students to the conditions of study in Russian universities and to justify the need to organize their tutor support. Materials and methods. The study involved 556 international students of the first and second years of study of three Tatarstan universities (Kazan National Research Technological University (KNRTU-KICT), (Kazan); Kazan National Research Technical University named after A. N. Tupolev (KNRTU-KAI), (Kazan); Elabuga Institute of the Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University (EI KFU) (Elabuga). Research results. The results of the study confirmed the presence of adaptation problems among foreign students. The main ones are difficulties with the Russian language (41%) and acclimatization (21%). It takes 46% of students about a year to get used to the learning conditions, and 23% – more than a year. The main learning difficulties they identify are awkwardness when speaking in public in front of an audience (23%) and teachers’ underestimation of their educational results (20%). More than half of the students see older compatriots as a source of help in overcoming cultural and educational barriers; The help of a supervisor turned out to be effective only for 15% of respondents. Taking into account the results obtained, it is proposed to organize the training of future tutors from among foreign senior students who have undergone appropriate psychological and pedagogical training. Conclusion. While maintaining the institute of curatorship, it is necessary to create a tutoring institute in universities that train foreign students. The main functions of tutors, which are absent from the curators of academic groups, should be to help foreign students overcome barriers to socio-cultural adaptation and insufficient proficiency in Russian, promote the acceptance of foreigners by their new environment, help in building effective interaction with the university administration and teachers, study students' personalities, monitor the results of their educational activities, help in professional identification, monitoring of newly emerging difficulties of students, strengthening cooperation between Russian and foreign students.

Exploring the Activities of the Academic Lecture Tour Group of Hyŏndae P"yŏngnon in 1927

Exploring the Activities of the Academic Lecture Tour Group of Hyŏndae P"yŏngnon in 1927

Review of Research on New Media Art in China from 2003 to 2022 - A Bibliometric Analysis Based on CiteSpace

With the enrichment of digital technology, new media art has become a hot topic in the current art field. However, the academic field lacks a comprehensive discussion on the development trend of new media art in China. To gain a clearer understanding of the development process of Chinese New Media Art, this research adopts the method of bibliometrics combined with CiteSpace Knowledge Map visualization software. Using 550 articles from the CSSCI Database for visualization knowledge map presentation, data analysis is conducted on the number of annual publications, academic institutions and authors, and bursting keywords. This presents the development history, evolution of hotspots, and future trends of Chinese New Media Art. The research found that the number of annual publications of Chinese new media art can be divided into four stages: slow growth from 2003 to 2006, rapid growth from 2007 to 2010, slow increase from 2011 to 2017, and fluctuating development from 2017 to 2022. Secondly, there is a low density of cooperation between authors and academic institutions, and no clear academic groups have been formed, with academic institutions mainly located in economically developed first-tier cities. It is predicted that "Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Human-Computer Interaction" will become the future development directions of Chinese new media art research. It is hoped that this research can provide theoretical reference and data support for the future development of New Media Art in China.

Chinese expert consensus on diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary nodules(2024)

Lung cancer is the leading cause of the incidence and mortality of malignant tumors in China. The 5-year survival rate released for China in 2018 was 19.7%. The 5-year survival rate for stage Ⅰ patients is 77%-92%. Early diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer are key to improving the 5-year overall survival rate and prognosis of lung cancer patients. Therefore, experts from the Academic Group of Lung Cancer in Chinese Thoracic Society and Chinese Alliance Against Lung Cancer Expert Group formulated the Chinese Expert Consensus on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Nodules in 2015 to standardize the diagnosis and treatment of lung nodules. In 2018, this consensus was updated to formulate the Chinese Expert Consensus on Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Nodules (2018 edition), and widely applied in multiple branch centers of Chinese Alliance Against Lung Cancer, proposing the Intelligent Treatment of Million Early Lung Cancer Project. Based on applied experience of the expert consensus in recent years, with reference to the latest evidence has been updated, Chinese Expert Consensus on Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Nodules (2024 edition) was formulated. The updated content of this consensus mainly includes the following aspects: (1) Define the screening age of high-risk lung cancer populations in China based on the national conditions; (2) Propose definition of "difficult-to-determine pulmonary nodules" to avoid delaying the diagnosis and treatment; (3) Evaluate pulmonary nodules assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) imaging-assisted diagnostic system and propose human-machine MDT to avoid the limitations of AI; (4) Evaluate pulmonary nodules by routine and individualized evaluations for different populations, and make recommendations based on evidence-based management guidelines for different types and sizes of pulmonary nodules. In the updated consensus, 18 consensus points were recommended as a reference for clinical management of pulmonary nodules to improve the 5-year overall survival rate and the prognosis of lung cancer in China.

Project-Based Public-Private Collaborations.

Project-based collaborations between a single academic group and a single pharmaceutical company arguably are the most frequent form of public-private partnership in preclinical research and development of new drugs. This chapter discusses the benefits of such collaborations for both sides and potential challenges that can arise before and during the conduct of a project. This is largely based on a survey of expectations and experience by 134 academic investigators with a history of engagement in a project-based collaboration with a pharmaceutical company as well as unstructured experience directly, and learned through discussions with colleagues, from the authors. Obviously, a key benefit for both sides is achieving goals that neither could easily achieve by itself. Scientific discovery, and publications, may be a shared benefit, while for academics, funding and access to compounds, and for industry, access to assay technology and reputational factors may be important. Major hurdles can be freedom to publish and assignment of intellectual property rights. On pragmatic grounds, reaching a contract can be cumbersome, which is largely attributable to the legal expectations and needs of both parties. However, overall satisfaction with project-based collaborations appears very high for academic investigators.

Counterpublics in Search of Infrastructures: Lessons from German Anti-Antisemitism

Abstract Loyalty to Israel has been described as a fundamental aim of the German state (a Staatsräson), and a stifling ideological consensus tars virtually any criticism of Zionism with the brush of “antisemitism.” Some on the Left, belonging to the so-called Anti-German (antideutsche) movement, consider support for “the Jewish state” to be a way of atoning for German sins—an ideology it ironically shares with some of the most outspoken of German nationalists. The result? Accusations and cancellations are visited on academics and artists; under McCarthyite conditions, the public sphere withers. “Counterpublics in Search of Infrastructures” analyzes some of the new kinds of counterpublicness that have emerged in response, particularly on social-media apps. The article considers historical theorizations of the counterpublic in order to address contemporary conditions and challenges. Discussing artistic and academic groups on social media as well as projects in exhibition spaces, it culminates in an inquiry into the notion of abstraction, both in accounts of the public sphere as consisting of abstract legal persons—as embodied by the male white bourgeois—and as certain theorizations of antisemitism as a phobic rejection of capitalist exchange value. Now that the dominant discourse once again pits property-owning and rights-bearing white subjects against racialized and dehumanized others, we need to ask: How can abstraction be performed otherwise? What are the kinds of relations that can enable a qualitatively different forms of publicness?

The Academic Catalyst Group: A Tactical Framework for Working Groups to Enhance Clinician-Educator Academic Career Development.

Working groups have tremendous potential to contribute to the academic career development of early-career clinician-educators. These individuals may find themselves engaged in many different working spaces, including working groups or committees such as those found within specialty societies or professional organizations. Such working groups may be underrecognized opportunities for academic skill building and professional growth because they are often characterized as primarily service-oriented, citizenship, or administrative work. Working groups can use their natural cross-institutional collaborations for mentorship and externalization-2 key building blocks for academic success that frequently represent challenges for early-career clinician-educators. In this article, the authors review common challenges that early-career clinician-educators may encounter during their academic development and propose a 3-step tactical framework, the academic catalyst group, that working group leaders can apply to groups to purposefully enhance professional development for clinician-educators. The framework urges working group leaders and members to conceptualize and develop academic catalyst groups as communities of practice by (1) assembling with intention, (2) mining the mission, and (3) finding an easy win. This framework can inspire working group leaders to align their work with academic career development and ultimately foster career growth for all group members.