From University Study to World Recognition.
Knowledge has emerged as a significant professional asset in contemporary times. This development has brought about an unprecedented evolution in the perception of research and dissertations across various industries and organizations.
In the past, research and dissertations were predominantly seen as academic prerequisites concluding with degree award. Presently however, research has been transformed into an avenue for the acquisition of expertise, authority, recognition, and influence. The existence of a sound dissertation indicates that an author has the ability to think, is original, possess discipline, can address challenging issues, and hence, is an authoritative individual in their field, earning respect both in academic and business circles.
Disappointingly, a vast number of research undertaken by researchers have remained as merely university resources and hence cannot serve to address specific issues faced by the industries, policy makers, companies or communities.
With the advent of technologies of modern communication, all that seems to have changed. Researchers now have the capacity to distribute their work all around the world through the internet (online journals, blogs, etc), professional forums and channels. Research knowledge no longer needs to stay limited to boundaries of geography or academic institutions.
Researchers who choose to disseminate their research have been shown to increase their own personal branding. Those who contribute their knowledge to public forum and discussion are recognized as specialists and thought leaders. They tend to be rewarded for it, with job opportunities such as consultancy, speaking engagements, collaboration projects, and leadership positions in organizations being among the various perks they enjoy.
A need for applied research knowledge has also increased. Companies and other institutions would prefer researchers who possess practical, relevant solutions derived from theoretical knowledge. This has brought about increased collaboration between academia and the "real" world.
Above all, research can contribute positively. An essay on a particular issue may present an argument which supports the enhancement of systems, influences policies, provides support for innovation and inspire other new ideas. The main objective of carrying out research should not merely end in obtaining a degree.
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