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. Apply parametric tests (t-tests, one-way ANOVA, Pearson correlation, linear regression) in appropriate contexts
  2. Apply non-parametric tests (Mann–Whitney U, Wilcoxon, Kruskal–Wallis, Chi-square) when parametric assumptions are not met
  3. Select the correct statistical test for a given thesis dataset
  4. Apply appropriate multiple comparison correction methods
  5. Interpret statistical output from standard software correctly

Content:

  • Parametric tests: One-sample, independent, and paired t-tests; ANOVA (one-way); Pearson correlation; Simple linear regression
  • Non-parametric tests: Mann–Whitney U; Wilcoxon signed-rank; Kruskal–Wallis; Chi-square and Fisher’s exact test
  • Choosing the right statistical test for thesis data.
  • Multiple comparisons and correction methods
  • When non-parametric tests are preferable
  • Interpreting statistical output correctly