Mastering Research Methodology: Designing and Conducting Rigorous Clinical Studies

• Develop a solid understanding of research design principles and various study designs used in clinical research.
• Learn the essentials of sample size calculation, randomization, and blinding in clinical study design.
• Understand the ethical considerations and regulatory requirements in clinical research, including informed consent and protection of human subjects.
• Gain knowledge of data collection methods, including questionnaire design, data extraction from medical records, and patient-reported outcomes.
• Learn effective strategies for data analysis, interpretation, and reporting of research findings in clinical studies.

Week 1: Introduction to Research Methodology in Clinical Research

• Overview of research methodology and its importance in clinical research
• Ethical considerations, research questions, and hypothesis formulation

Week 2: Literature Review and Study Design Selection

• Conducting a comprehensive literature review
• Selection of appropriate study designs based on research objectives

Week 3: Sampling and Sample Size Determination

• Understanding different sampling techniques
• Calculation of sample size and determination of sampling strategies

Week 4: Data Collection Methods and Instruments

• Selection and development of data collection methods and instruments
• Validity and reliability assessment of research tools

Week 5: Data Management and Quality Assurance

• Principles of data management and quality control
• Designing data collection forms, data entry, and cleaning procedures

Week 6: Data Analysis Plan and Statistical Techniques

• Development of a data analysis plan
• Introduction to statistical techniques for clinical research analysis

Week 7: Interpretation and Presentation of Research Findings

• Analyzing research data and interpreting results
• Effective presentation of research findings through tables, graphs, and charts

Week 8: Research Ethics and Human Subjects Protection

• Ethical guidelines and regulations in clinical research
• Protection of human subjects and informed consent process

Week 9: Data Monitoring and Safety Reporting

• Implementing data monitoring and safety reporting procedures
• Adverse event reporting and risk management in clinical research

Week 10: Publication and Dissemination of Research Findings

• Strategies for manuscript writing and publication
• Dissemination of research findings through conferences and presentations

Week 11: Research Project Management and Collaboration

• Project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Collaboration and teamwork in clinical research projects

Week 12: Capstone Project and Program Review

• Completion of a capstone project demonstrating application of research methodology principles
• Review of key concepts, discussions, and wrap-up of the program

Graduates, Post Graduates, Research Scholars, Academicians, Industry Professionals, Medical Doctors, Clinical Researchers, Scientists, Epidemiologists, Biostatisticians, and other Healthcare Professionals

• Comprehensive understanding of research design principles and techniques in clinical research.
• Competence in designing rigorous clinical studies and selecting appropriate study designs.
• Knowledge of ethical considerations and regulatory requirements in clinical research.
• Skills in data collection, management, and analysis in clinical studies.
• Proficiency in reporting and communicating research findings effectively.