MODULE 3

TITLE

Basics of Scientific Research and Clinical Trials

Proposed by BEFUN, Germany

Duration 15 min

Topics

1. Understanding the purpose and types of scientific research

2. Overview of clinical trial phases

3. Importance of ethics in scientific research and clinical trials

Key terms

Scientific Research, Clinical Trials, Randomized Controlled Trial, Informed Consent, Ethical Considerations

Intro

Understanding the basics of scientific research and clinical trials is essential for anyone involved in the fields of medicine, healthcare, and scientific inquiry. Scientific research provides the foundation for discoveries, technological advancements, and evidence-based practices. Clinical trials, on the other hand, are crucial for evaluating the safety and efficacy of new medical treatments and interventions.

Resources for educators used: 

Learning games, Projector, Laptop, Electronic Board, Applications (Mentimeter, Quizle, Pollev), Textbooks and Academic Journals, Online Courses and Webinars, Educational Websites and Databases, Case Studies, and Real-world Examples

Methods of educating 

individual, in pair, and team activities

RESOURCES

1. Friedman, L. M., Furberg, C. D., & DeMets, D. L. (1982). Fundamentals of Clinical Trials. doi: 10.2307/2530084

2. Kandi, V., & Vadakedath, S. (2023). Clinical Trials and Clinical Research: A Comprehensive Review. Cureus, 15. doi: 10.7759/cureus.35077

3. Silverman, R., & Kwiatkowski, T. (1998). Research fundamentals: III. elements of a research protocol for clinical trials. Academic Emergency Medicine: Official Journal of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, 5(12), 1218-23. doi: 10.1111/J.1553-2712.1998.TB02698.X

4. McCray, A. (2000). Better Access to Information about Clinical Trials. Annals of Internal Medicine, 133(8), 609-614. doi: 10.7326/0003-4819-133-8-200010170-00013

5. Temple, R. (1982). Government Viewpoint of Clinical Trials. Therapeutic Innovation & Regulatory Science, 16(1), 10-17. doi: 10.1177/009286158201600102

6. https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=basics+of+scientific+research+and+clinical+trials