Introduction to the course structure

Module 1: Introduction to Research Methodology

Module 2: History and Principles of Research Ethics

Module 3: Institutional Review Boards and Informed Consent

Module 4: Ethical Considerations in Research Design

Module 5: Data Privacy, Confidentiality, and Security

Module 6: Research in Resource-Limited Settings

Introduction to Research and Ethical Principles

Introduction to Research and Ethical Principles

Module 1: Overview of Study Designs

Module 2: Types of Reviews

Module 3: Matching Study Designs to Research Questions

Module 4: Subjects and Variables

Module 5: Sampling Techniques, Sample Size, and Power Analysis

Module 6: Randomization and Blinding Techniques

Module 7: Adaptive and Hybrid Study Designs

Module 8: Enhancing Causal Inference

Research Design and Methodology

Module 1: Developing a Good Research Question

Module 2: Conducting a Comprehensive Literature Review

Module 3: Choosing and Citing References

Module 4: Avoiding Plagiarism and Maintaining Academic Integrity

Module 5: Reporting the Research Question in Your Paper

Developing Research Questions and Literature Review

Module 1: Data Collection Methods and Tools

Module 2: Digital Tools for Clinical Research

Module 3: Data Management and Quality Control

Module 4: Data Privacy, Confidentiality, and Security

Module 5: Handling Missing Data and Data Imputation

Data Collection and Management

Module 1 & 2: Introduction to Biostatistics & Statistical Analysis Plan

Module 3: Statistical Methods for Different Study Designs

Module 4: Reporting Statistical Analyses

Module 5: Interpreting Statistical Results

Statistical Analysis and Interpretation

Module 1: Components of a Research Protocol

Module 2: Writing the Research Protocol

Module 3: Regulatory Approvals and Compliance

Module 4: Budgeting and Funding Proposals

Writing Research Protocols and Proposals

Module 1: Preclinical Trials

Module 2: Overview of Clinical Trial Phases and Designs

Module 3: Selection and Recruitment of Participants

Module 4: Interventions and Control Groups

Module 5: Monitoring and Managing Clinical Trials

Module 6: Collaborative Research and Multisite Trials

Conducting Clinical Trials

Module 1: Writing Effective Abstracts and Titles

Module 2: Structuring the Research Paper

Module 3: Optimizing Figures, Tables, and Supplementary Materials

Module 4: The Art of Effective Scientific Communication

Module 5: Avoiding Selective Reporting and Ensuring Transparency

Scientific Writing and Publishing

Module 1: Editorial and Expert Opinion

Module 2: Case Report

Module 3: Case Series

Module 4: Narrative Review and Scoping Review

Module 5: Systematic Review and Meta Analysis

Module 6: Reporting Guidelines

Module 7: Reference Managers

Manuscript Writing

Module 1: Choosing the Right Journal

Module 2: Understanding Journal Metrics and Impact Factors

Module 3: Preparing Cover Letters and PreSubmission Inquiries

Module 4: The Peer Review Process and How to Survive It

Module 5: Dealing with Revisions and Rejections

Module 6: Open Access and Alternative Publishing Models

Navigating the Publication Process

Module 1: Understanding Scientific Misconduct

Module 2: Authorship Ethics and Journal Policies

Module 3: Conflicts of Interest: Identification and Disclosure

Module 4: How Journals Detect and Handle Misconduct

Module 5: Reproducibility and Replicability in Research

Research Integrity and Scientific Misconduct

Module 1: Innovations in Research Methodologies

Module 2: Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Research

Module 3: Big Data and Its Impact on Research

Module 4: Open Science and Data Sharing

Module 5: Collaborative Networks and Multidisciplinary Research

Module 6: Geographical Considerations in Global Research

Module 7: Graphical Abstracts and Infographics

Module 8: Dissemination of Research

Advances and Future Directions in Research

Hands-on practical sessions and final assessment requirements.