Subject

Ethics and Research Methodology (TRANSV. RES)

  • code 11416
  • course 1
  • term Anual
  • type OB
  • credits 1

Main language of instruction: English

Teaching staff

Head instructor

Dra. Lissethe PEÑATE - lissethe@uic.es

Office hours

The student should contact by email to arrange a meeting. 

Dr. Natalia Felipe (nfelipe@uic.es)

Dr. Adrian González (agonzalezm@uic.es)

Dr. Lissethe Peñate (lissethe@uic.es)

Introduction

The Scientific Methodology is the fundamental axis of research in the Health Sciences. Its knowledge is essential to innovate with theoretical and empirical models that contribute to a better understanding of reality. The methodology facilitates the detection and resolution of specific problems. Only its knowledge and implementation guarantees scientific rigor.


Pre-course requirements

Not required

Objectives

This course aims:

  • To give basic methodological tools to the student to create a research project. 
  • To know the main sources of information based on evidence. 
  • To train the student to work in research groups. 
  • To teach the student to use evaluation methods for different types of studies.

Competences / Learning outcomes of the degree programme

  • CB10 - Acquire learning skills that allow them to continue studying in a self-directed and autonomous mode.
  • CB6 - Knowledge and understanding to provide a basis or opportunity for originality in developing and / or applying ideas in a research context.
  • CB7 - To apply the acquired knowledge, and develop their ability to solve problems in new environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study.
  • CB8 - Integrate knowledge and deals with the complexity of formulate judgments based on scientific evidence, from information that may be incomplete or limited, include reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the application of their knowledge and judgments.
  • CE1 - Ability to apply the scientific method, the experimental design and the biostatistics to solve a problem or corroborate hypothesis.
  • CE3 - Ability to apply bioinformatics tools used in basic research.
  • CT1 - Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural groups

Learning outcomes of the subject

  • To formulate appropriate research questions.
  • To understand the fundamental concepts related to epidemiology and the scientific process.
  • To know how to read scientific literature critically and recognize parts.
  • To use specific literature search tools.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to scientific knowledge

  • The process of scientific knowledge
  • Characteristics of scientific knowledge
  • Evidence-based practice. Critical thinking
  • Introduction to critical reading of scientific articles * 

2. Research in Health Sciences

  • Importance of research in dentistry
  • Approach to the research question
  • Introduction to the literature review *
  • Main lines of research in dentistry nationally and internationally

3. Generalities:

  • Introduction to the design of studies *: ( quasi-experimental , pre -post studies , pure ) observational (descriptive , analytical ) , experimental
  • Study types : transverse , longitudinal prospective ( cohort ) , restropectivos ( case - control), clinical trial

4. Development of a research project

  • Project Summary
  • Rationale of the study
  • Hypothesis
  • Aims and objectives
  • methodology
  • Study population and selection techniques sample : probability sampling and non- probabilistic
  • Selection criteria for the study sample
  • Intervention: randomization techniques ( treatment arms) , blinded procedures ( single blind , double blind, triple blind )
  • Procedures per visit
  • Data Collection
  • Definition of measuring instruments : concepts of reliability and validity , development and adaptation of a questionnaire
  • Bias concept
  • Concepts of internal and external validity
  • ethical Considerations
  • Limitations of the study
  • bibliometric impact
  • Work schedule
  • Financial Report
  • Annexes

5. Principal guidelines / standards development project *:

  • CONSORT guide 
  • STROBE guide 
  • SPIRIT guide 
  • PRISMA guide 

Teaching and learning activities

In person

Learning activities: 2 ECTS CT

Teaching activities:  CM, MC y TRB

Evaluation systems and criteria

In person

Continous evaluation - EC (25%)

Resolution of cases - RC (25%)

Final exam - PFE (50%)

Bibliography and resources

Narváez, V. P. D. (2009). Metodología de la investigación científica y bioestadística: para médicos, odontólogos y estudiantes de ciencias de la salud. RiL Editores.

Teaching and learning material

      Material
             prisma-2009-flow-diagram-ms-word.doc 
             0000605-201302050-00010copia.pdf 
             spirit-checklist-download-8jan13.doc 
             strobe_checklist_case-control.doc 
             strobe_checklist_cohort.doc 
             strobe_checklist_conference_abstract_draft.pdf 
             strobe_checklist_cross-sectional.doc 
             consort2010checklist.doc 
             consort2010flowdiagram.doc 
             elaborationandexplanationcopia.pdf 
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