Introduction To Research
Get started with the fundamentals of research, from developing questions to designing studies. Our resources guide you through essential concepts, ethics, and best practices for impactful global health research.
Fundamentals of Research
| Title | Author(s) | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Design: The Methodology for Interdisciplinary Research Framework | Hilde Tobi, Kampen JK | A systematic review detailing the methods and stages of interdisciplinary research from conceptualisation to execution, including design choices and analytical processes. | Read Article |
| An Introduction to Research Methods for Undergraduate Health Profession Students | Faith Alele, Bunmi Malau-Aduli | An open e-Book introducing the research ecosystem and explaining various research approaches and designs for health profession students. | Access e-Book |
| Avoiding Plagiarism in Writing a Research Paper | Majid Wadji, I Made Sumartana, Ni Putu Dyah Hudiananingsih | Explores strategies to avoid plagiarism in research writing, including the use of plagiarism checkers. | Read Article |
Study Design
| Title | Author(s) | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study Design in Medical Research | Shahnaz Choudhury, Md Nurul Amin | Covers key concepts of study design and guides researchers in forming questions and hypotheses to draw meaningful conclusions. | Read Article |
| Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods – Part I | Shagufta Bhangu, Fabien Provost, Carlo Caduff | Introduces the qualitative research approach and describes its role in clinical research. | Read Article |
| Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods: Part II | Nick Surawy-Stepney, Fabien Provost, Shagufta Bhangu, Carlo Caduff | Details six qualitative methods—surveys, interviews, focus groups, observations, document and archival research—and their applications. | Read Article |
| The Use of Facebook in Recruiting Participants for Health Research Purposes: A Systematic Review | Christopher Whitaker, Sharon Stevelink, Nicola Fear | Systematic review of Facebook’s effectiveness for recruiting participants in health research, highlighting advantages and limitations. | Read Article |
| How to Design a Study | Community Engagement and Involvement – NIHR | Offers practical guidance on involving colleagues, patients, and community leaders in study design and implementation. | View Resource |
LITERATURE SEARCH & REVIEW
Master the art of finding, evaluating, and synthesizing scientific literature. Learn effective search strategies, critical appraisal techniques, and how to structure a strong review.
Literature Review Resources
| Title | Author(s) | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undertaking a Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Approach | Patricia Cronin, Frances Ryan, Michael Coughlan | Provides a structured guide outlining the critical elements of the traditional literature review process in a step-by-step format. | Read Article |
| Writing a Literature Review Research Paper: A Step-by-Step Approach | Ramdhani A, Ramdhani M, Amin A | Explains how to filter and select literature based on quality and relevance to effectively address research questions. | Read PDF |
| The Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students | Vaughn F. Graham | Simple and clear guide for students on how to conduct and structure a literature review. | Read Article |
DATA ANALYSIS
Enhance your research with robust methodologies and analytical skills. Explore study designs, data collection techniques, and statistical tools for reliable and insightful results.
Data Analysis and Management Resources
| Title | Author(s) | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Data Management for Clinical Research Studies | The Global Health Network (TGHN) | This course offers a comprehensive guide to data management in clinical research, covering data plans, CRF design, data entry, analysis prep, and system selection. | Access Course |
| Basic Principles of Data Analysis | Medical Research Lounge | This video introduces the fundamental concepts of data analysis in health research. | Watch Video |
| Spotlight on R for Data Analysis | The Global Health Network (TGHN) | A beginner-friendly collection of R programming resources for health researchers, covering data manipulation, analysis, and visualization with practical examples and tools. | Explore Resource |
| Qualitative Data Analysis for Health Services Research: Developing Taxonomy, Themes, and Theory | Elizabeth H. Bradley, Leslie A. Curry, Kelly J. Devers | Provides practical strategies for conducting and evaluating qualitative data analysis in health services research. | Read Article |
| Basic Statistical Tools in Research and Data Analysis | Ali, Zulfiqar; Bhaskar, S Bala | Introduces essential statistical methods used in research, emphasizing proper test selection for valid results and interpretations. | Read Article |
STAKEHOLDER & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Build meaningful partnerships for impactful research. Learn strategies for engaging stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and ensuring community-driven solutions in global health.
Scientific Writing and Dissemination Resources
| Title | Author(s) | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methods of Dissemination for Community Health Programs | RHIhub | Rural Health Information Hub shares practical methods for disseminating research findings from community health programs. | View Resource |
| Scientific Writing Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to Undergraduate Writing in the Biological Sciences | Sheela P. Turbek et al. | A practical classroom guide for undergraduates on how to develop strong scientific writing skills early in their careers. | Read Article |
| Formatting Documents for Research and Scientific Publication | Mentorship Training in Scientific Writing at UVRI | Guidance for properly formatting scientific papers for submission to journals, aimed at new researchers and co-authors. | Download PDF |
| Write a Research Paper from Start to Finish: Step-by-Step Guide | PublishedMD | A video walkthrough showing the author’s full process for writing a research paper, from idea to final draft. | Watch Video |
| Writing a Research Paper: A Guide | Laxmi Shrestha, Bishal Joshi, Anand Kumar | Open-access eBook guiding readers through the structure, expectations, and pitfalls in academic writing for medical research. | Read Guide |