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It also seeks to promote a professional and institutional dialogue by offering actionable strategies to foster a more supportive ecosystem for nursing research.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Design<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This paper is a discursive paper that draws on international comparative examples, national data, and a synthesis of the literature.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A non\u2010systematic literature review informs the discussion, drawing on peer\u2010reviewed sources retrieved from PubMed, Scopus, and CINAHL, using keywords such as \u2018nursing,\u2019 \u2018funding,\u2019 \u2018grants\u2019 and \u2018research.\u2019 Selected international studies and funding models were examined to identify common barriers and enabling conditions for research development.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The analysis highlights persistent obstacles to nurse\u2010led research funding, including limited protected time for research activities, inadequate institutional infrastructure, and scarce career opportunities in academia. Comparisons with international countries show that targeted funding, integrated clinical\u2010academic roles, and mentorship programs significantly enhance nursing research output and clinical impact.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Despite its recognised value, nursing research in Italy remains marginalised due to systemic and cultural barriers. Addressing this requires a redefinition of nurses' roles in the healthcare system, with strategic institutional reforms and sustained investment in research capacity.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Implications for the Profession<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Dedicated funding streams, research\u2010integrated clinical roles, capacity\u2010building initiatives and cross\u2010sector collaboration are essential to empower nurses as key contributors to evidence\u2010based practice and sustainable healthcare systems. 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