Factors Limiting the Management of Technological Platforms ("Core Facility") to Support Scientific Health Research

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the main limiting factors in managing technological platforms—health research support units equipped with multi-user equipment and specialized staff. A review of the scientific literature was conducted, covering three thematic blocks: multi-user units, core facilities, and technological platforms, searched in the PubMed database. To correlate the limitations identified with management practices adopted in various organizations, analysis categories related to management and outcomes were developed. Based on the literature, key limitations were identified in the operation of these specialized research support units, allowing for the definition of essential analytical points for establishing a management model.