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Digital Scholarship & Research Services: Research Basics Video Series

 

The Research Basics Video Series is a collaboration between the USD Sanford School of Medicine and the University Libraries' Digital Scholarship & Research Services (DSRS). The goal of the series is to provide medical students with a comprehensive yet brief overview of the research process, including important terminology and definitions, that will help students get involved in scientific research from the very beginning of their medical careers. After watching the videos, medical students should have a better understanding about the kinds of research they might be interested in participating in, and how to turn that research into publications that will not only help them further their careers, but will advance scientific knowledge and improve human health.
 

Please contact Dr. Anna Simonson (anna.simonson@usd.edu) or Nikki Hinrich (nikki.hinrich@usd.edu) for any questions or comments.

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Closed captioning for all videos is available by selecting "CC" at the bottom of the video panel. If you need help accessing any of the videos in the Research Basics Series, please contact USD's Disability Services at 605-658-3745 or disabilityservices@usd.edu. 

Introduction to Research

In this introductory video, Dr. Lee Baugh, a neuroscientist and Associate Professor in the department of Basic Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Dakota, presents an overview of scientific research for medical students.

Introduction to Research Ethics

In this video, Dr. Curtis Kost, a pharmacologist and Associate Professor in the department of Basic Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Dakota, discusses research misconduct and how to avoid it.

IRB Basics

In this introductory video, Dr. Lee Baugh, a neuroscientist and Associate Professor in the department of Basic Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Dakota, presents an overview of the IRB.

Introduction to Clinical Trials

In this introductory video, Dr. Lee Baugh, a neuroscientist and Associate Professor in the department of Basic Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Dakota, discusses clinical trials.

What is a case report?

In this video, Dr. Tony Oliver, an Internal Medicine Specialist at Sanford and Clinical Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at SSOM, discusses the purpose of a case report.

The Publication Process

In this video, Dr. Barb Goodman, a physiologist, professor, and journal editor, discusses what to consider when submitting an article for publication.

The Scholarship Pathways Program

In this video, Dr. Benjamin Aaker, the OSCE and Scholarship Pathways Director, introduces medical students to the Scholarship Pathways Program at the USD Sanford School of Medicine.

The Literature Review

In this video, Dr. Anna Simonson, a Health Sciences librarian at USD, discusses the different parts of a scientific paper, paying particular attention to the literature review. 

Useful resources on conducting research in medical school

Research Information for Medical Students at USD SSOM

  • Medical Student Research SSOM offers a variety of research opportunities that enhance your learning experience. You can participate on a research team, present at regional and national conferences or learn from the best in state-of-the-art laboratories. You’ll be receiving mentorship and conducting research along well-renowned faculty and clinicians who are experts in their fields. 
  • Scholarship Pathways Program The Scholarship Pathways Program is an elective opportunity that was developed to enrich the student experience by promoting rigorous independent scholarship and scholarly excellence at the USD Sanford School of Medicine.  Students develop a mentored project with a focus on medical education, bench/translational research, service, or social science. A wide variety of projects fit into the four broad “pathways”.

Quantitative Research Methods

In this video, Dr. Susan Puumala, a biostatistician, epidemiologist, and professor, outlines quantitative research methods.

Quantitative Study Design

In this video, Dr. Susan Puumala, a biostatistician, epidemiologist, and professor, discusses quantitative study design.

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