Table 6.

Motivating factors that encourage medical students to conduct research work

Questions	Yes, n (%)	No, n (%)
To fulfill college requirements	89 (62.2)	54 (37.7)
To increase chances of being accepted into programs	99 (69.2)	44 (30.7)
To develop research skills	95 (66.4)	48 (33.5)
To enhance research productivity	41 (28.6)	102 (71.3)
To promote interest in research	51 (35.6)	92 (64.3)
To get rewards or financial incentives	36 (25.1)	107 (74.8)
To strengthen your resume	106 (74.1)	37 (25.8)