Basic course in Biomedical Research- Cycle 5

In order to improve the research skills of Indian medical postgraduate (PG) students and teachers in medical institutions, the National Medical Commission (NMC, erstwhile Medical Council of India) has mandated a uniform research methodology course. This online course, “Basic Course in Biomedical Research”, is offered by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Chennai (www.nie.gov.in).The course will explain the fundamental concepts of research methodology in health. Course materials include video lectures reading/resource materials, example accompaniments, workbooks, lecture handouts and frequently asked questions (based on participant queries from previous cycle). Certification will be done based on lecture wise assignments and a final proctored exam.INTENDED AUDIENCE:Mandatory course for• Medical postgraduates [academic year 2019-20 onwards] &• Teachers in medical institutions affiliated to NMCTECHNICAL SUPPORT:Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi and ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai

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Conceptualizing a research study1 Introduction to health research2 Formulating research question, hypothesis and objectives3 Literature reviewEpidemiological considerations in designing a research study4 Measures of disease frequency5 Descriptive study designs6 Analytical study designs7 Experimental study designs8 Validity of epidemiological studies9 Qualitative research methods: An overviewBio-statistical considerations in designing a research study10 Measurement of study variables11 Sampling methods12 Calculating sample size and powerPlanning a research study13 Selection of study population14 Study plan and project management15 Designing data collection tools16 Principles of data collection17 Data management18 Overview of data analysisEthical issues in conducting a research study19 Ethical framework for health research20 Conducting clinical trialsWriting a research protocol21 Preparing a concept paper for research projects22 Elements of a protocol for research studies23 Publication ethics
24 Manuscript Writing (non-graded)
25 Grant Proposal Writing (non-graded)