This course will be split into three key parts. Firstly, we will look at some considerations for designing a clinical research study from a publication planning perspective (the good content part of our essential ingredients for publications). This will include, study planning and preparation, methodology and data management and dissemination. Secondly, we will look at some typical challenges in conducting clinical research and provide some tips for overcoming these. Finally, we will look at how to present and publish a research study (The good presentation part of our essential ingredients for publications). This will Include identifying the best target journal to publish your research. How to effectively structure your manuscript and some tips for writing your research effectively.

We will also go through some of the ABC’s of scientific writing and know more about why clinical research is so important? A represents accuracy. It’s important to explain your methods and results with care. Be honest about the strengths and limitations of your own research. B represents Brevity. Try to make things as simple as possible without omitting important information. C represents Clarity. We should try and identify and eliminate any ambiguity in our writing.

You’ll find many more such tips in this course, which will condense your learning, clarify your doubts, and help you identify the next steps to researcher success.