Discussion: Managing Creativity in Academic Research. How Could Creative Action and Management be Reconciled in Research?

This article discusses how management could be used in promoting creativity in
academic research. First, research management is introduced with the observation
that management often creates tension in academic research. Second, a comprehensive
research management model is presented as a tool for analysis. Third, studies
of creative and innovative working groups are applied to academic research management.
Finally, a conclusion is drawn with six implications for the improvement of
creativity supported by research management.

Keywords: creativity, academic research management, working groups.