Research is a process of systematic inquiry that entails collection of data; documentation of critical information; and analysis and interpretation of that data/information, in accordance with suitable methodologies set by specific professional fields and academic disciplines.

Research is conducted to evaluate the validity of a hypothesis or an interpretive framework; to assemble a body of substantive knowledge and findings for sharing them in appropriate manners; and to generate questions for further inquiries.

Basic Research Guide

How to write your Curriculum Vitae(CV) Format of CV- click here

How to write scientific paper( Please check the Recommended Course section)

Why to write scientific papers(click here)
Scientific research papers in esteemed journals make a brighter CV. For students planning to study abroad (USMLE, PLAB) authorship in research journals during undergraduation is highly recommended.
How to find journal for submitting article(click here)
Ethical Approval(click here)
Predatory Journal

While selecting a journal for scientific publication it’s really important to identify predatory journals and never submit an article to predatory journals. To know about predatory journals click here . You can look at the list of predatory journals from this link. Always check whether the journal in which you are submitting your scientific paper is a predatory Journal.

Impact Factor: Higher the impact factor better is the chance that your article is recognised in the scientific community. Always check for the impact factor of the journal before submitting your research work in it. To know more about impact click here.

Softwares frequently used for research :
a. SPSS - Used for biostatistics
b. Zotero, Endnote- used for references
c. Grammarly - used for correcting grammar mistakes
9. Terms like first author, second author, mentor, corresponding author click here

10. Funding is a challenge and is covered below. All sorts of research demand some funding which can be highly variable depending on the methodologies. Before starting research it is important to find an appropriate funding source. Discuss in detail with your guide about funding sources required to conduct research.

Recommended research training courses

Publons peer review training course: This is a course developed together with expert reviewers and editors to teach you core competencies and skills needed in peer review (an important process in journal writing) Course link: here

Cochrane training courses: Cochrane is a global independent network of researchers, professionals, patients, and people interested in health. Cochrane contributors and groups produce high-quality systematic reviews, which collate and summarize the best available evidence on the effects of interventions, to inform decisions about health. Cochrane Reviews are recognized internationally as representing a gold standard for high-quality, trusted information, and are published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, one of the databases within the Cochrane Library. So what is a systematic review? A systematic review attempts to identify, appraise and synthesize all the empirical evidence that meets pre-specified eligibility criteria to answer a specific research question. This course: Introduces you to what systematic reviews are and why they are useful.
Helps to Identify the steps in a systematic review as well as elements of a well-defined review question Understand the steps in a systematic review
Course link: here

Elsevier Research Academy : It is an entirely free e-learning platform that covers all aspects of research from writing to publishing in a journal with high impact factor. You can also learn how to obtain funding for your research and manage research data. Course link: here

Introduction to Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) - This course offered by the National Institutes of Health focuses on the spectrum of clinical research and the research process by highlighting biostatistical and epidemiologic methods, study design, protocol preparation, patient monitoring, quality assurance, ethical and legal issues.
Course link: Here

NPTEL courses: It is a project funded by MHRD, Govt of India.
Courses recommended areBiostatistics and Design of Experiments. Course link: Here
Health Research Fundamentals: A basic level course in health research methods.
The programme will offer a NIE-ICMR e-Certificate. Course link: Here

Writing in the Sciences: It is a course offered by Stanford University. This course teaches you to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, the format of a scientific manuscript, and issues in publication and peer review. Course link: Here

EdX and Coursera Courses

1. EDX - https://www.edx.org/course/subject/medicine
2. Coursera -

Useful Courses Offered By KGMU for students

Our Institute conducts workshops annually. They include:

BLS (Basic Life Support) training: A hands on workshop where students will learn to perform all the basic and necessary life saving procedures. A certificate is given after completion. - Both AHA & Non-AHA accredited courses are available.

Biostatistics in medicine

Training in SPSS: A powerful statistical software platform by IBM. The workshop helps get you acquainted with the software and its features.

ALS (Advanced life support)
ATLS (Advanced trauma life support)

Languages?: English/ French/ German/ Spanish