Research Process

1. Identify topic
2. Form hypothesis and specific aims
3. Develop methods and procedures
4. Submit for Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval
5. Collect data
6. Analyze data
7. Disseminate (presentations/publications)
8. Renew/close study

Role of Mentor (steps 1, 2, 6)

• Assist in formulating a research question
• Assist in identifying important variables to consider
• Advise patient recruitment/selection process and data collection
• Faculty sponsor for IRB application
• Co-author presentations/publications

Role of Resident/Learner (steps 1-7)

• Function as project manager
• Collect topics for projects
• Identify mentor
• Discuss research topics with mentor
• Formulate a question
• Consult with GRMERC Research Department
• Develop protocol
• Submit IRB application to GRMERC for review/submission assistance
• Implement study as designed
• Lead dissemination efforts (presentations/publications)
• Renew/close study

Role of Program/Research Director (steps 1, 2)

• Create environment conducive to and supportive of research
• Recruit and develop faculty mentors
• Monitor & facilitate progress of learners’ research
• Facilitate communication with mentors and GRMERC Research Department
• Assist in review of abstracts, presentations and manuscripts

Role of GRMERC (steps 1-6)

Provide consultation and assistance with:

• Idea/protocol development
• Research design
• Resource identification
• IRB submission
• Statistical analysis
• Poster review/printing
• Oral presentation consultation
• Abstract/manuscript review