Introduction to Oral Health Research (ZTMVK_079)

The objective of this study course is to furnish students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to effectively identify, analyze, and solve clinical questions through scientific methods. Through this course, students will gain a thorough understanding of evidence-based dentistry, study designs, research methodology, and ethics. They will learn the principles of critically appraising scientific literature, including how to evaluate the quality of research publications and effectively communicate their findings. Furthermore, students will develop the ability to perform research tasks, including designing research protocols, collecting and analyzing data, and writing manuscripts. By the end of the course, students will be able to conduct research using scientific methods under the guidance of experienced researchers.