Bridging the theory and practise gap in emergency services research: the case for a new journal

Wankhade, P and Murphy, P ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8459-4448, 2012. Bridging the theory and practise gap in emergency services research: the case for a new journal. International Journal of Emergency Services, 1 (1), pp. 4-9. ISSN 2047-0894

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Abstract

Purpose - The paper aims to provide the rationale underpinning this new journal in addressing the apparent gap and fragmented nature of the emergency services research, to introduce the papers in this inaugural issue and encourage readers and potential contributors to support the International Journal of Emergency Services (IJES). Design/methodology/approach - The paper introduces the new journal to outline the current "silos approach" which isolates the academic and practitioner community. It also outlines the editorial intentions for the journal linking to the theme and selected papers for the inaugural issue and future direction of travel. Findings- Emergency function resides with a host of agencies including the three "blue light" services (police fire and ambulance). IJES is an opportunity to publish up-to-date and original research contributions for the benefit of scholars, policy makers and practitioners in these areas, including the interface happening at national, regional and global level. Originality/value - Articulating the IJES vision in addressing the apparent gaps in the emergency services research including the theory-practise divide, the paper provides useful knowledge to potential readers who are interested but may have insufficient knowledge in the emergency services research. It also highlights some potential areas for research.

Item Type:	Journal article
Alternative Title:	Inaugural editorial: Bridging the theory and practice gap in emergency services research: case for a new journal
Publication Title:	International Journal of Emergency Services
Creators:	Wankhade, P. and Murphy, P.
Publisher:	Emerald
Date:	2012
Volume:	1
Number:	1
ISSN:	2047-0894
Identifiers:	Number Type 10.1108/20470891211239281 DOI
Rights:	© 2012 Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
Divisions:	Schools > Nottingham Business School
Record created by:	EPrints Services
Date Added:	09 Oct 2015 10:23
Last Modified:	09 Jun 2017 13:28
URI:	https://irep.ntu.ac.uk/id/eprint/12254

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