Research Methodology and Biostatistics for Postgraduate Residents in Basic Sciences and Paraclinical Sciences

Course Overview

This course is designed for postgraduate residents pursuing advanced degrees in the Faculty of Basic and Paraclinical Sciences. The curriculum integrates advanced research methodology, and systematic thesis development to prepare residents for successful completion of their thesis requirements and future academic careers.

Formulate clear, testable research questions aligned with basic and paraclinical sciences and assess feasibility within available resources.
Conduct comprehensive literature reviews using biomedical databases and synthesize existing knowledge to identify research gaps.
Design studies with appropriate experimental or observational designs, adequate sample sizes, and proper controls.
Navigate ethical and regulatory requirements by preparing complete IRB applications and obtaining necessary approvals before data collection.
Apply appropriate biostatistical methods including sample size calculation, hypothesis testing, and advanced statistical analyses relevant to thesis research.
Utilize statistical software proficiently (Excel, SPSS and/ or R) for data management, analysis, and creation of publication-quality tables and figures.
Present statistical results accurately with appropriate interpretation, acknowledging limitations and drawing evidence-based conclusions.
Write a complete master's thesis following institutional format requirements with well-organized chapters including introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusions.
Convert thesis into journal manuscripts suitable for submission to peer-reviewed journals.

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.

Module 2: Advanced Literature Review and Research Proposal Writing
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Conduct systematic literature searches using biomedical databases. • Write comprehensive research proposals meeting institutional requirements. • Develop theoretical frameworks for thesis research. • Navigate ethical requirements for thesis research.

Module 3: Study Design and Methodology
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Select appropriate study designs for basic sciences and paraclinical sciences research questions. • Design experimental study with proper controls. • Design observational study. • Address validity threats and confounding variables. • Sample size calculation

Module 4: Data Management and Analysis for Thesis
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Design efficient data collection systems for thesis research • Manage and prepare data for statistical analysis. • Conduct comprehensive statistical analyses appropriate for thesis.

Module 5: Comprehensive Biostatistics for Thesis Research
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Apply appropriate statistical methods. • Perform sample size calculations for thesis projects. • Conduct statistical analyses and interpret results correctly. • Manage and analyze data using Microsoft Excel for biostatistical analysis of thesis research data • Create clear, publication-quality tables and visualizations for thesis and presentations

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Instructor:Mohiuddin Masum
Duration: 60 hours
Lessons:21
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Level:Intermediate
Updated:December 27, 2025

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Lesson 1.1: Understanding the Thesis Process

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Lesson 1.2: Selecting Research Topics in Basic Sciences and Paraclinical Sciences

Lesson 1.3: Formulating Research Questions and Hypotheses

Lesson 2.1: Advanced Literature Search Strategies

Lesson 2.2: Critical Review of Literature for Thesis

Lesson 2.3: Research Proposal Development

Lesson 2.4: Thesis Protocol Preparation

Lesson 2.5: Research Ethics

Lesson 3.1: Experimental Study Designs

Lesson 3.2: Observational Study Designs

Lesson 3.3: Sample Size Calculation for Thesis Research

Lesson 3.4: Laboratory Methods and Standardization

Lesson 3.5: Validity and Reliability in Research

Module 4: Data Management and Analysis for Thesis
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Design efficient data collection systems for thesis research • Manage and prepare data for statistical analysis. • Conduct comprehensive statistical analyses appropriate for thesis.

Lesson 4.1: Data Collection and Entry

Lesson 4.2: Data Cleaning and Verification

Lesson 5.1: Statistical Analysis for Thesis Results

Lesson 5.2: Fundamentals of Biostatistics for Research

Lesson 5.3: Inferential Statistics and Hypothesis Testing

Lesson 5.4: Advanced Biostatistical Methods

Lesson 5.5: Utilizing Microsoft Excel for Biostatistics

Lesson 5.6: Creating Tables and Figures for Thesis

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Module 4: Data Management and Analysis for Thesis
Upon completion of this module, residents will be able to: • Design efficient data collection systems for thesis research • Manage and prepare data for statistical analysis. • Conduct comprehensive statistical analyses appropriate for thesis.