Successful Team Research Articles

Framework for Creating Successful Multidisciplinary Translational Research Teams

Abstract Translational research teams are the need of the hour to address society’s complex problems. Researchers from various disciplines coordinate and collaborate to form research teams. The translation of their work from inception to social impact is integral to the team’s function. In this essay, the basic-fit translational model and design delivery framework are developed to assist researchers from all disciplines in self-analyzing their social impact to augment collaboration.

Data-driven understanding on soccer team tactics and ranking trends: Elo rating-based trends on European soccer leagues.

In modern soccer, strategy and tactics significantly impact team success. In this study, the application of these methodologies within the domain of association soccer is examined, with a particular focus on predicting team strategies via team trend analysis. Using a dataset comprising matches from the top five European soccer leagues, we analyzed team performance trends over time using the Elo rating system and rolling regression. Predicting strategies from soccer match datasets is a challenging. In our study, we propose methods based on count and rank to address these challenges. For the count-based method, the number of forwards, midfielders, and defenders is used to calculate respective defense and attack scores. For the rank-based method, teams are classified into various levels based on their rankings, and strategies are evaluated accordingly. This approach provides a more detailed perspective on strategic tendencies by considering team composition and performance at each level. Experimental results demonstrate the potential of our proposed methods to accurately identify and predict team strategies, offering significant implications for tactical decision-making in professional soccer. The findings indicate that the accuracy of predicting defensive strategies using count-based predictions was approximately 85%, while the performance of predicting aggressive strategies through rank-based predictions was 89%. Our methodology can be extended to the development of a predictive model aimed at forecasting team strategies, thereby assisting coaches with more effective preparation for upcoming matches.

East Asian expatriate football players and national team success: Chinese, Japanese, and South Korean players in Europe (2000–2024)

This study investigated the influence of Chinese, Japanese, and South Korean football players’ participation in European leagues on their national teams’ FIFA rankings from 2000 to 2024. Utilizing data from 22,972 matches featuring 392 players across 36 European leagues and 12 tournaments or cup competitions, survival and conditional process analyses were conducted to explore the relationships between expatriate player counts, appearances, playing time, and FIFA rankings. The results demonstrated a significant correlation between the number of expatriate players, particularly in top-tier leagues, and national team rankings. Notably, Japanese and South Korean players exhibited longer durations of participation and higher rates of advancement to elite European leagues compared to Chinese players. Furthermore, the conditional process analysis revealed an indirect effect of expatriate player count on FIFA rankings, mediated by increased appearances and playing time, with the strongest influence observed in the Big Five leagues. These findings underscore the importance of international exposure for advancing East Asian football and provide insights for policymakers on effectively nurturing young talents for international careers.

It takes a village: entrepreneurial bricolage in rural cooperative enterprise development

PurposeCooperative enterprises are uniquely different from all other for-profit and not-for-profit enterprises in that the onus of success does not lie on any one team leader, promoter or founder but on all members of the team equally and collectively. This paper attempted to investigate the key enablers of success in the unique context of cooperative enterprises.Design/methodology/approachUsing a combination of focus groups, in-depth interviews, observations and archival data, resulting in interactions with 744 members across 13 rural cooperative enterprises, we uncovered the enablers of team performance in a cooperative setting. The theory of entrepreneurial bricolage emerged as the most appropriate theoretical lens to interpret the findings.FindingsWe found empirical evidence to conclude that the emergence of an entrepreneurial bricolage mindset in rural cooperative enterprises acted as an enabler of collective success. On the other hand, the failed rural cooperatives exhibited the absence of the bricolage mindset.Research limitations/implicationsDespite the extent of data collected from a large number of individuals in each team, the number of teams studied is small. Further, most of the data comes from cooperative teams based in similar settings and with similar challenges. Extrapolating these findings in other organizational settings should be done only after replication.Practical implicationsA clear focus and commitment toward the collective accumulation and utilization of resources is imperative for the success of cooperative enterprise teams. Only those teams that actively confront resource scarcity and work toward addressing it are the ones that eventually perform well in cooperative structures.Originality/valueLarge-sized rural cooperative enterprises offer a unique setting to understand rural development. However, due to the challenges of first getting access to a cooperative enterprise context, then collecting data from a significant representation of the large team, and finally the inability to record the conversations due to issues pertaining to team psychological safety, limited attempts have been undertaken to understand team dynamics in such rural settings. The present study is among the first few to study large-sized cooperative teams and explore the enablers of their performance.

The financial cost of injuries and their association with team success in professional men's cricket.

To quantify the direct and indirect costs associated with injuries in professional men's cricket from 2015/16 to 2021/22 and to report the association between the cost of injuries and team success. Retrospective cohort study. Injury insurance claims were obtained for cricket-related injuries to determine direct costs. Player's salary cost whilst injured was calculated from total salary expenditure, number of players, seasonal days and days lost to injury from prospective injury recording. A linear mixed model was used to assess the association between team success (County Championship points) and cost of injury. The average annual total cost of injuries per team was £167,447 (±£20,678), comprising £38,127 (±£24,000) injury insurance costs, £40,007 (±£23,977) injured players salary costs and £89,243 medical staff costs. Hand injuries incurred the highest number of claims and lumbar spine injuries accounted for the largest cost. Approximately 7 % of players' annual salary was earned whilst injured. The cost of injury was negatively associated with team success in Division 1; those with a two SD higher injury cost (£58,561) accrued 28 fewer points (95 % CI -54, -2) on average. The association in Division 2 teams was unclear (two SD increase (£53,339): +15 points [95 % CI: -10, 41]). These data support the implementation of effective injury prevention measures for lumbar spine, hand and knee injuries to reduce injury rates and subsequent costs. Highlighting the financial and team performance costs of injuries may help to engage key stakeholders in injury prevention initiatives.

Molecular, Physical, and Technical Performance Response After a Competitive Match in Male Professional Soccer Players.

Male professional soccer players frequently compete in multiple matches weekly, and each match significantly impacts their homeostasis, health, and performance. This study evaluates players response at 48 h post-match by combining biological and GPS data. Investigating biochemical and performance metrics offers insights into the physical demands of high-intensity exercise, essential for optimizing performance, recovery, and overall athlete health. The study involved an Italian "Serie A" team, and we assessed players' effort during a single match using GPS data and compared it to "Serie A" averages. Additionally, we evaluated oxidative stress and metabolism 48 h after the match. At 48 h post-match, there were no signs of oxidative stress and changes in salivary IgA levels, but total antioxidant potential was significantly low. Moreover, increased plasma metabolites linked to energy production were also observed. The results indicate that 48 h after a match in "Serie A", well-trained athletes showed no oxidative stress, to the detriment of the antioxidant potential, along with increased metabolites crucial for energy production. Combining GPS and metabolic analysis enhances player performance, informs tactical decisions, and supports team success, fostering data-driven approaches in soccer.

Making Collaboration Work: Fostering Positive Experiences and Attitudes around Psychological Safety, Diversity, and the Value of Teamwork

The ability to work well in a team is becoming increasingly important across disciplines and throughout the workplace, making it a valuable skill for students to develop. Evidence suggests that diverse perspectives can generate more innovative ideas and enhance critical thinking, but only if team members value diversity and share knowledge with one another. To foster students’ abilities to work well in diverse teams, we must teach them why collaboration is important and how to bring about its benefits. We describe a new interdisciplinary course designed with these goals, along with an evaluation of the degree to which students who take this course show changes in attitudes and beliefs around teamwork. The course emphasizes psychological safety—a measure of how safe a team is for interpersonal risk-taking. Research shows that psychological safety is an important predictor of team success and a key mechanism for incorporating diverse perspectives. We surveyed students at the start of the course, the end of the course, and just after the following term. At the end of the course, students reported increased psychological safety in their teams, more positive attitudes towards teamwork, and stronger beliefs that diversity is beneficial. At the end of the following term, students reported higher levels of psychological safety in their teams than before the course, and their attitudes about psychological safety and teamwork still remained more positive. We discuss implications of these findings for researchers studying student teamwork and for instructors who wish to introduce or improve collaborative experiences in their courses.

The power of social identity in shaping collaborative success in research teams

Interdisciplinary research teams may from time to time face collaborative challenges due to many causes, e. g. various medical interests or professional background. Social identity theory offers a framework to understand these dynamics. Diverse interests or medical background can motivate and drive innovation and creativity in research projects but can also present challenges in term of communication and collaboration caused by different perspectives and traditions. This discussion paper focus on social theory related to team cohesion and collaboration, aiming to assist interdisciplinary teams in achieving collective and collaborative strengths.

Political Mediatization in Memes: A Netnography Study on Ganjar Pranowo & Mahfud MD Candidate Memes for The 2024 Period

Memes as digital content with humorous characteristics are an important part of online interaction on social media. The existence of memes in politics acts as a rhetorical tool and discursive argument, with its use to convey messages with political content. The use of memes as political mediatization in the 2019 elections in Indonesia as an expressive form of the success team of the Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates at that time. This study examines political mediatization through memes that occurred in the candidates Ganjar Pranowo and Mahfud MD in the 2024 Indonesian President and Vice President elections. Using a netnographic method, the research identifies five categories of meme usage- pure humor, ridicule, general political information, candidate information, and expressions of support.. These memes, originally light-hearted, evolved into strategic tools shaping a relaxed and approachable political image. This study highlights how media logic has transitioned into social media logic, prioritizing personalized content and user engagement to influence public perception. This transition underscores the effectiveness of memes in altering political narratives and fostering voter interaction during campaigns.

Analyzing exercise-to-rest ratios in U19 American football European championship: implications for team success and injury prevention

BackgroundThe teams' collective playing strategy rather than the individual player attitudes could explain event outcome and risk of injuries.ObjectiveThe study aimed to examine the playing style of European teams and compare it to the USA.Method12 matches from the U19 European championship of American Football were analysed. We characterized each team by their running-passing activities ratio during the offensive phase: running (RUN), passing (PASS), or balanced (BAL).ResultsThe BAL style of play accurately described 75% of European teams (n = 6). The remaining two national teams adopted either the RUN or PASS style of play. This finding is similar to what was observed in NCAA Division IA. All RUN style teams had a higher percentage of rushing plays (80.7% ± 9.7%) compared to PASS (33.0% ± 14.7%) and BAL teams (46.0 ± 0.8%) (p < 0.05). The mean playing time for RUN and PASS teams was longer than the average duration of plays for BAL teams (p < 0.05). The mean duration of plays ranged from 5.3 ± 1.9 to 5.7 ± 2.1 s, with a significant style of play effect (p < 0.05). Rest duration for BAL teams (46.7 ± 44.1 s) was shorter than that of RUN (55.9 ± 34.7 s) and PASS (54.5 ± 32.9 s) teams (p < 0.05). Finally, the European top final team was the team that was able to shift their game style during the tournament and presented a low coefficient of variation in offensive plays per drive.ConclusionBased on the running-passing activities ratio, the video match analysis can provide a foundation for the strength and conditioning program for long-term athlete development and injury prevention.

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar Corner Kicks: An Analysis on Effectiveness and Match Context

This paper presents an in-depth analysis of the tactical and technical attributes of corner kicks during the 2022 World Cup, aiming to elucidate their effectiveness and impact on match outcomes. Sequential analysis was employed to scrutinize a total of 570 corner kicks observed throughout the entirety of the tournament, with subsequent descriptive analysis of the dataset revealing significant findings. Despite a relatively low goal conversion rate (2.6%), corner kicks emerged as pivotal moments in matches, influencing match status in 73.3% of cases. Examination of the area of delivery and first contact identified PA 1/2 as the most effective zone for generating goal attempts and scoring goals, a trend observed across both successful and unsuccessful teams. Notably, direct out-swinging corner kicks exhibited superior efficacy in terms of goal-scoring opportunities. Defensive strategies were also scrutinized, with a mixed zonal dominance approach proving most effective in limiting goals conceded, while a mixed individual dominance structure was optimal for reducing goal attempts, albeit resulting in heightened defensive engagements. Common actions observed during corner kicks included defender interventions and short passes, consistent across both successful and unsuccessful teams. Additionally, analysis of action zones revealed W1/2 and PA1/2 as the most prevalent areas, with successful teams exhibiting a preference for W1/2 and AFGM zones. These findings offer valuable insights for football professionals seeking to refine their tactical and technical strategies, potentially providing a competitive edge in elite-level competition.

Born Healers, Not Leaders: The Hidden Weakness of Medical Education

Background Leadership is a critical element in achieving both personal and professional success, particularly in healthcare where team collaboration is essential. A strong leader who can effectively communicate, assign roles, and delegate responsibilities is often the driving force behind a successful team. However, leadership skills are notably lacking among frontline physicians, largely due to the insufficient emphasis on leadership development in medical training. Some programs have begun incorporating leadership training for their residents and students, finding it valuable, recommending other programs to adopt similar initiatives. Purpose To standardize leadership training in medical education, we first must distinguish leadership from management. With this in mind, the purpose of this study is to define leadership in the clinical setting, and assess how medical trainees perceive it and its potential integration into their training. Methods A survey was sent to residents of a community-based training hospital. The de-identified survey consisted of 10 multiple-choice and multiple-answer questions defining leadership, interest in leadership training, confidence in personal leadership, and perceived necessity for formal leadership training. Demographics such as year in training, specialty, and gender were also collected for analysis. Data was collected and analyzed through SurveyMonkey. Results Twenty-one (21) responses were received, consisting of eleven (11) male and ten (10) female participants. The respondents ranged from first postgraduate year (PGY-1) residents to those finishing their residency (PGY-5), with the largest number of respondents in postgraduate year 3. The specialties with the highest number of responses were Family Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery , each accounting for 19% of total respondents. 100% (21/21) of respondents stated some attending physicians were better leaders than others, with 66.7% (14/21) stating the most important characteristic of these leaders is the ability to communicate effectively, listen actively, and build strong relationships with others. 24% (5/21) of respondents stated they did not believe medical school and residency alone prepared them to be adequate leaders with 43% (9/21) stating leadership training should be incorporated into residency programs and 24% (5/21) stating leadership training should be incorporated into all phases of medical training, including as attending physicians. Conclusions Nearly all respondents agreed that leadership training should be a part of medical education, with over half emphasizing its value in improving networking and mentoring in their roles as physicians. Respondents highlighted communication and relationship-building as key leadership traits, and noted their medical education lacked direct preparation in these areas. Leadership skills are vital for success in healthcare, and should be prioritized in medical training.

COMMUNİCATİON AND ITS IMPORTANCE İN SPORTS

Communication is a fundamental process facilitating the transfer of information, emotions, and thoughts among individuals in the realm of sports. Sports communication encompasses interactions between athletes and coaches, teammates, media, and fans, playing a crucial role across all levels of sports. A conducive communication environment can influence athletes' performance, enhance team cohesion, and emerge as a critical factor in the path to success. In conclusion, sports communication is a critical factor in enhancing performance, strengthening team cohesion, and fostering healthy relationships between athletes and other stakeholders in the sports world. Developing effective communication strategies and implementing them is crucial to supporting the long-term success of both individual athletes and teams. Therefore, sports managers, coaches, and athletes should prioritize communication and strive to excel in this area.

The Science of Team Dynamics: A Review of Psychological Factors Influencing Team Performance in Sports

Psychological factors play a crucial role in team dynamics and overall performance in competitive sports. This review explores the complex interplay of various psychological aspects, including communication, leadership styles, and group cohesion, and their impact on team effectiveness and success. Effective communication is essential for building trust, enhancing collaboration, and facilitating the exchange of feedback and strategies among team members. However, barriers such as language differences and emotional misunderstandings can hinder communication and negatively affect performance. Leadership styles also significantly influence team dynamics, with transformational leadership fostering trust and motivation, while autocratic leadership may diminish teamwork and performance. Coaches play a vital role in shaping team dynamics by creating a supportive environment that promotes communication and emotional control. Group cohesion, comprising task and social cohesion, is another critical factor in team success. Cohesive teams exhibit better teamwork, trust, and motivation, leading to improved performance outcomes. Strategies to enhance group cohesion include team-building activities, clear communication channels, and a focus on shared goals. The review highlights the need for tailored psychological approaches that consider these factors to support athlete development and team performance. Further research is necessary to deepen our understanding of the psychological elements influencing team dynamics in sports and to inform targeted training practices based on psychological principles.

Optimizing Technology-Based Project Team Organization: Identifying Team Development Strategies and Techniques

Technology has fundamentally transformed the way organizations manage projects, connect diverse teams, and foster collaboration. Despite these advancements, organizations still face significant challenges in optimizing the structure and functionality of technology-based project teams. The dynamic nature of modern projects, coupled with the complexities of globalized team structures, demands innovative approaches to team development and management. This article delves into strategies and techniques that leverage technology to enhance team efficiency, streamline communication, and achieve project objectives effectively. By examining recent analyses and diverse global case studies, it offers a comprehensive exploration of how technology can be utilized to manage team dynamics in project environments. Specifically, the article investigates the integration of collaborative tools, the role of artificial intelligence in task allocation, and the impact of real-time data sharing on decision-making processes. The findings highlight key factors that contribute to the success of technology-enhanced project teams, such as the importance of clear communication channels, adaptive leadership, and a strong emphasis on team cohesion. Practical recommendations are provided, including the implementation of customized digital platforms that cater to specific project needs, and the use of data-driven methods to predict and mitigate potential challenges. From a theoretical perspective, this article examines the intersection of technology and organizational behavior, providing insights into how emerging technologies reshape traditional team structures and workflows. It also discusses the potential risks associated with over-reliance on technology, such as reduced interpersonal connection and the challenges of managing virtual teams. In conclusion, this article serves as a valuable resource for project managers, team leaders, and organizational strategists seeking to navigate the complexities of technology-driven project environments. By embracing the strategies and insights presented, organizations can harness the full potential of technology to build more effective, resilient, and goal-oriented project teams.

Influence of personality and psychological capital on managers’ trust in their direct–reports

Purpose: This article investigates the influence of a manager’s psychological capital (Psycap) and Personality Traits, based on the Five Factor Model (FFM), on their Propensity to Trust their direct-reports. While most literature focuses on subordinates’ trust in managers, this study explores the reverse. It stems from the need to enhance organisational performance by improving trust between managers and subordinates.Design/methodology/approach: The study uses a quantitative approach with established scales: Nyhan and Marlowe’s Trust Measurement Scale, the TIPI Scale for personality, and the Psycap Questionnaire-12. Data were primarily collected from managers in South African manufacturing firms.Findings/results: Psycap was the strongest driver of trust, showing a significant positive link to managers’ trust in direct-reports. Agreeableness and Emotional Stability show significant positive relationships with trust, though at a lower confidence level, while Conscientiousness, Extraversion, and Openness do not show significant links.Practical implications: The findings highlight the need for targeted training to improve managers’ interpersonal, emotional regulation, and trust-building skills. Performance evaluations should consider trust-building behaviours and promotion policies could be refined based on the research findings, to ensure that candidates who are suitable for leading successful teams are placed in managerial positions.Originality/value: The study contributes nuanced insights by challenging traditional perspectives on Personality Traits and Trust, emphasising the vital role of Psycap in trust propensity. The study shows that investing in employee Psycap development is crucial. Employees with higher Psycap levels tend to trust their direct-reports more, which helps build a positive organisational culture that prioritises psychological well-being.

Comparison of Vertical Jump Force-Time Metrics Between ACL-Injured and Healthy Semi-Professional Male and Female Soccer Players.

Given the increasing use of innovative force plate systems in applied sports settings and the impact that anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries have on team success, the purpose of the present study was to compare the lower-body neuromuscular performance characteristics of athletes who underwent ACL reconstruction (ACLR) and their non-injured counterparts (i.e., healthy controls). Forty-five male (thirteen injured) and twenty-six female (ten injured) semi-professional soccer players volunteered to participate in the present study. Each athlete performed three countermovement vertical jumps (CMJs) while standing on a uniaxial force plate system sampling at 1000 Hz. The injured athletes completed a nine-month recovery protocol and were screened 11-13 months post-ACLR. The dependent variables included the force-time metrics within both the eccentric and concentric phases of the CMJ. Independent t-tests or Mann-Whitney U-test were used to examine statistically significant (p < 0.05) differences in each variable (i.e., ACL-injured vs. healthy controls). The results revealed no significant between-group differences in any CMJ force-time metrics of interest (e.g., concentric peak force, eccentric mean power, countermovement depth) between ACL-injured and non-injured athletes, including inter-limb asymmetry measures (i.e., peak takeoff and landing force). Besides implying the effectiveness of the implemented rehabilitation protocol, these findings suggest that the CMJ may not present a sufficient neuromuscular performance stimulus needed to expose lower-limb asymmetries and strength and power deficiencies 11-13 months post-ACLR.

Winning Conditions for In-House Team Success

Most of my professional life has been spent working outside client organisations. Earlier on in my career, I worked in design studios and later in design agencies and consultancies. Working from the outside had a certain edge to it. About a decade ago, I began contracting, moving frequently between organisations, both through consultancies and in direct engagements.

Evaluating the Implementation and Impact of BRAF Reflex Mutation Testing in Melanoma, Lung, and Colorectal Cancers.

Reflex molecular testing, the process of profiling specimens at diagnosis, is emerging in oncology, allowing for prompt therapy initiation, and potentially improving outcomes. This study evaluates the impact of reflex BRAF testing on treatment timelines and outcomes in melanoma, lung and colorectal cancers at the McGill University Health Center (MUHC). A retrospective chart review was conducted at the MUHC. The study included patients with melanoma, lung, and colorectal cancers who underwent BRAF testing from 2017 to 2022. Data on demographics, cancer type, stage, test ordering specialist, testing method, and treatment outcomes were extracted. Statistical analyses included descriptive and multivariate regression analyses. 518 BRAF molecular tests were performed, with 173 patients meeting the inclusion criteria [median age 72 (IQR 60-80 years), 46.2% female]. Of these, 75.7% had melanoma, 23.7% colorectal cancer and 0.58% lung cancer. Pathologists ordered 71.1% of BRAF tests, primarily relying on immunohistochemistry. By 2022, all BRAF results were available before oncology consultations. Patients with pre-consultation BRAF results were more likely to receive targeted therapy (59.4% vs 36.4%). The availability of BRAF test results was associated with quicker treatment initiation and better alignment of therapy with mutation status. This study underscores the success of the pathology team at MUHC in implementing reflex BRAF mutation testing, enhancing clinical care by ensuring the timely availability of test results. Delays in testing may adversely affect clinical decision-making and therapy selection, highlighting the need for standardized reflex testing protocols across Canada to optimize patient outcomes in melanoma, lung, and colorectal cancers.

TNI Neutrality in General Elections: Analysis of Army Family Voting Rights in Magelang

The neutrality regulations of the Indonesian National Army (TNI) enable them to be able to maintain the Spirit of Reform. The reformation mandate requires the army to be neutral in the General Elections in Indonesia. This writing aims to find out the participation of the Indonesian army family in the general election, especially in the 2019 presidential election in a case study in Magelang City, and the extent to which TNI family understands the neutrality of TNI and their participation in the activities of the Presidential General Election in 2019. The method applied in this research uses the qualitative descriptive type and the case study type based on interviews and observation. The research results show that army families in Magelang City already know the rules regarding TNI neutrality during elections. As civil society, the TNI family also exercised their right to vote, and no one participated as a success team or party officer. In this case, the TNI family is given the freedom to choose without any interference from TNI members. Based on the research that has been carried out it can be concluded that there is a need to increase awareness and conditions when the related person is faced with the situation as head of the family and a member of the TNI in order to to maintain the spirit of the constitution.