Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of Research and Thesis Development
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Understand the thesis requirements and academic standards in basic and paraclinical sciences. • Identify feasible research topics aligned with departmental resources and expertise. • Formulate clear, testable research questions using established frameworks.
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Research Methodology and Biostatistics for Postgraduate Residents in Basic Sciences and Paraclinical Sciences

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

  1. Distinguish between completely randomized, randomized block, crossover, and Latin square designs
  2. Apply single-blind and double-blind strategies appropriately in experimental research
  3. Differentiate between allocation concealment and blinding
  4. Select an appropriate experimental design given specific resource constraints
  5. Identify and avoid common design errors in laboratory-based thesis research

Content:

  • Completely randomized designs
  • Randomized block designs
  • Crossover designs
  • Latin square designs
  • Blinding: Single-blind and Double-blind
  • Allocation concealment and its distinction from blinding
  • Choosing designs based on resource constraints
  • Common design errors in laboratory-based theses