RAD4070 Research in medical imaging

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Present a comprehensive and critical description of the scientific research process;

2. 2

   Present a comprehensive and critical evaluation of the scientific literature;

3. 3

   Critically differentiate between a qualitative research design and a quantitative experimental design and justify the application of quantitative or qualitative research methodology within clinical medical imaging;

4. 4

   Create a literature review based on a selected topic within medical imaging which reflects a critical awareness of the current ideas and methods of practice;

5. 5

   Create a detailed research proposal based on a selected research topic within medical imaging which reflects a critical awareness of sound scientific approach including ethical responsibilities;

6. 6

   Demonstrate a critical awareness of the moral, ethical and legal responsibilities of scientific investigation and research conduct;

7. 7

   Describe the physical, psychological, social and economic ethical issues as well as solutions to ethical issues associated with a research scenario;

8. 8

   Demonstrate ability to integrate research findings into the current evidence base practice related to medical imaging;

9. 9

   Collect and enter data related to the research project;

10. 10

    Carry out appropriate statistical analyses using appropriate software;

11. 11

    Synthesise the findings of the collection and analysis phase of the project through the development of a written piece of scientific writing in the format of a peer reviewed journal article;

12. 12

    Communicate the findings of the research project via a peer-reviewed oral presentation;