Survey of the Medical Sciences Students’ Attitude Towards Research
Background: Research is essential for societal development and medical sciences. Medical schools should train researchers and promote a research culture.Objectives: This study assessed the attitude of medical students at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (TUOMS) towards research.Methods: This cr...
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| description | Background: Research is essential for societal development and medical sciences. Medical schools should train researchers and promote a research culture.Objectives: This study assessed the attitude of medical students at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (TUOMS) towards research.Methods: This cross-sectional, comparative study was conducted at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences in 2024. A sample of 682 students was randomly selected, with 609 responding to the questionnaire (response rate: approximately 89.3%). The questionnaire, adapted from Sobczuk et al., explored students’ research attitudes. Data analysis involved one-sample T-tests and MANOVA using SPSS 26.”Results: A survey conducted among medical students revealed a generally positive attitude toward research. The item ‘We’re living healthier and safer with science’ received the highest ranking (Mean =3.93±0.955). However, the study also highlighted challenges in research engagement. The most significant barriers identified were a lack of information on scientific work opportunities (Mean = 3.77±1.34) and insufficient funding/grants for research (Mean = 3.74±1.33). Gender and academic semester did not significantly influence attitudes or perceived obstacles, but the field of study played a significant role. Paramedicine students exhibited lower attitudes toward research than Medicine, Dental, and Pharmacology. Additionally, Paramedicine reported more perceived obstacles, supported by statistically significant p-values (p < 0.001). Despite the overall positive view, this underscores the need for educational and financial support to encourage active student participation in research.”Conclusion: The findings suggest that the students are interested in research but need more support and guidance. The university should offer courses on research methods, increase awareness of research importance and benefits, provide facilities and resources, and enhance attention from officials and professors. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-393e5783ad1e47ae9a039ff207f1e4562025-08-20T02:08:43ZengKerman University of Medical SciencesStrides in Development of Medical Education2645-35252645-34522024-02-0121121822510.22062/sdme.2024.199683.136892617Survey of the Medical Sciences Students’ Attitude Towards ResearchFirooz Mahmoodi0Hannaneh Beheshti1Professor, Department of Education, Faculty of Education & Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, IranPhD Student in Curriculum Development, Department of Education, Faculty of Education & Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, IranBackground: Research is essential for societal development and medical sciences. Medical schools should train researchers and promote a research culture.Objectives: This study assessed the attitude of medical students at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences (TUOMS) towards research.Methods: This cross-sectional, comparative study was conducted at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences in 2024. A sample of 682 students was randomly selected, with 609 responding to the questionnaire (response rate: approximately 89.3%). The questionnaire, adapted from Sobczuk et al., explored students’ research attitudes. Data analysis involved one-sample T-tests and MANOVA using SPSS 26.”Results: A survey conducted among medical students revealed a generally positive attitude toward research. The item ‘We’re living healthier and safer with science’ received the highest ranking (Mean =3.93±0.955). However, the study also highlighted challenges in research engagement. The most significant barriers identified were a lack of information on scientific work opportunities (Mean = 3.77±1.34) and insufficient funding/grants for research (Mean = 3.74±1.33). Gender and academic semester did not significantly influence attitudes or perceived obstacles, but the field of study played a significant role. Paramedicine students exhibited lower attitudes toward research than Medicine, Dental, and Pharmacology. Additionally, Paramedicine reported more perceived obstacles, supported by statistically significant p-values (p < 0.001). Despite the overall positive view, this underscores the need for educational and financial support to encourage active student participation in research.”Conclusion: The findings suggest that the students are interested in research but need more support and guidance. The university should offer courses on research methods, increase awareness of research importance and benefits, provide facilities and resources, and enhance attention from officials and professors.https://sdme.kmu.ac.ir/article_92617_01e358a6745749e06edc71bb0f760ff9.pdfattitudemedical studentresearchiran |
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