Epistemic caring: The Leadership, Structure, and Culture Theory of Nursing Research Advancement

Key Points

• The LSC Theory aims to position nursing research within the frameworks of epistemic justice and moral responsibility.
• Developed a theoretical framework for understanding nursing research advancement.
• Examined leadership roles and institutional structures in fostering a culture of research.
• Discussed implications for professional dignity and ethical practices within nursing.
• Proposed that institutional acknowledgment of nursing research enhances professional dignity.
• Highlighted the moral responsibilities of nurses in advancing research.
• Identified the role of leadership in promoting an environment conducive to research.