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Research
Medical Definition: | Critical and exhaustive investigation or experimentation, having for its aim the discovery of new facts and their correct interpretation, the revision of accepted conclusions, theories, or laws in the light of newly discovered facts, or the practical application of such new or revised conclusions, theories, or laws. (Webster, 3d ed) |
Guide Notes: | GEN; prefer specifics; research as a field or the progress or status of research in a particular field; do not add routinely for specific studies involving "research": Manual 29.16; /methods: consider RESEARCH DESIGN |
Also Called: | Interdisciplinary Studies,Investigative Report,Laboratory Research,Research Activities,Research and Development,Research Methodology,Research Priorities,Research Techniques,Summary Report |
Biomedical Research - Research that involves the application of the natural sciences, especially biology and physiology, to medicine. (from American Heritage Dictionary, 4th ed) | |
Empirical Research - The study, based on direct observation, use of statistical records, interviews, or experimental methods, of actual practices or the actual impact of practices or policies. | |
Research Design - A plan for collecting and utilizing data so that desired information can be obtained with sufficient precision or so that an hypothesis can be tested properly. |
Research Medical Definitions and Terms
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