Topic 1: intro biomed research

Question 1

Define scientific method

Answer 1

• Process = scientific community = construct reliable + consistant + non-biased representation of wrold phenomena

Question 2

What are the 5 steps of the scientific method ?

Answer 2

1) Observation
2) Testable research questions
3) Specific research hypothesis
4) Test hypothesis via experiment
5) Derive conclusion

Question 3

Give examples of types of biomed research

Answer 3

• In vitro study
• Animal models
• Small-scale studies on humans
• Large-scale observational studies in humans
• Large-scale interventional studies with humans = clinical trails
• Meta-analysis + umbrella review

Question 4

What is the main purpose of biomedical research?

Answer 4

• Evidence-based medicine
• Disease prevention

Question 5

Describe evidence-based medicine

Answer 5

• Systematically reviewing + appraising + using current best evidence from clinical research
• Findings aid delivery of optimum clinical care

Question 6

Describe disease prevention

Answer 6

• Identification of risk factors + protective factors
• Enables public health programs aiming to prevent