Identifying the determinants of individual scientific performance: A perspective focused on AMO theory

• Felix Guerrero Alba ^[1] ; Fernando Martin Alcazar ^[1] ; Gonzalo Sanchez Gardey ^[1]
  1. [1] Universidad de Cádiz

     Universidad de Cádiz

     Cádiz, España

     
• Localización: Intangible Capital, ISSN-e 1697-9818, Vol. 17, Nº. 2, 2021, págs. 124-147
• Idioma: inglés
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  • Purpose: The aim of this study is to empirically analyse how motivation and the opportunity to investigate enhance the direct relation between the researcher’s human capital and individual scientific performance.

    Design/methodology: Following recent investigations of strategic human capital and the abilitiesmotivation- opportunity (AMO) theory, we propose a double quantitative-qualitative methodology to identify the determinants of individual scientific performance.

    Findings: Applying regression analysis to a sample of 471 Spanish academic researchers, we confirm the moderating role of a researcher’s motivation and opportunities.

    Originality/value: Drawing on the empirical evidence obtained, this work discusses the relevant determinants of scientific productivity, providing practical recommendations for research management and policy making.