Clinical and Translational Research Practicum

Catalog description

Provides practical training in the formulation and conduct of clinical and translational research. Specific aspects covered during the 9-12 total credit hours of the practicum will be: the identification of a specific research question and its specification as one or more aims, review of the relevant literature, and specification of the methods to be employed in the conduct of the study. The student initiates a research project and participates in data management and analysis, culminating in a report of the findings ready for journal submission. These activities will be monitored and mentored by a research advisor who is a member of the Graduate Faculty.