Why?

Declaration of Helsinki, 2024

Good clinical research requires four elements: 

1. asking a clinically important question, 

2. ensuring adequate methodological design, 

3. conducting the research appropriately, and 

4. transparent reporting of the results, allowing the assessment of the validity, replicability and relevance of the findings. 

• SOP Research Procedures Stomatology Institute Sia.

Aim and details

When and Where

Each Thursday, 16:30–17:30 EET, at the BBCE Meeting Room, Institute of Stomatology, RSU.

Objective

Clinical research requires handling specific concepts essential for the appropriate design, execution, analysis, and dissemination of results to ensure the security and benefit of patients. 

This module provides the foundational concepts and terminology for understanding and designing clinical studies.

How It Works

• Each week, we will review one or two assigned papers. The main readings include works by Grimes and Schulz, available in the reading list below. A book with all the readings is also available.

• Everyone is required to read the assigned papers and come prepared with notes.

• At the beginning of each session, a presenter will be randomly selected to give a brief presentation (maximum 10 minutes) of the essential concepts from the week's paper.

Presentation Guidelines

• Preparation: Print a copy of the assigned paper, read it thoroughly, and prepare notes.

• Format: Use a blackboard and marker for the presentation. The use of PowerPoint or similar tools is not allowed. You may refer to your handwritten notes during the presentation.

• Content: Present your understanding of the article, focusing on the essential concepts and identifying any unclear areas for group discussion. The goal is to prioritize comprehension over memorization.

• Discussion: After the presentation, we will discuss any unclear or complex topics as a group. It is OK not to know or not to understand something; you are expected to identify what you understood and did not understand clearly. This will allow us to explain in more detail those aspects of each paper that need clarification. 

What You Need

• A binder to organize printed copies of each paper, along with your handwritten notes.

• A pen and a highlighter for annotating the papers.

Join

• To join, email me at sergio.uribe@rsu.lv.

Summary