Table 1.

Learning objectives for the Research 101 modules

Getting started with Research 101 Learn how to log into the Research 101 series through Canvas Understand the structure of a Research 101 module Learn where to go with questions about a Research 101 module

Introduction to research Define research Identify various types of research Recognize the stages of clinical/translational research Identify the steps of the scientific method

Aligning expectations Identify your skills as a mentee/trainee Identify possible expectations of a mentee Identify possible expectations of a mentor Describe possible barriers to an effective mentor–mentee relationship

Identifying a research mentor and a research project Describe the characteristics of your ideal mentor List resources to identify an appropriate mentor and to develop a research project Strategize possible solutions to common barriers to an effective mentor–mentee relationship Understand how to write a clear and concise research project description

Introduction to human subjects research and protections Understand the history of human subjects research Define human subjects research List the requirements for protecting human subjects in research

Submitting an Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocol at UC List resources for submitting an IRB protocol for review List the components of an IRB submission Understand common issues with IRB submissions and strategize possible solutions List resources for the protection of human subjects, biosafety, and animal care and training on these topics

Conducting a literature search Describe the use of PubMed for literature searches Describe the use of Google Scholar for literature searches List resources for conducting an effective literature search

Effective writing for publication List the various types of publications Describe the elements of a manuscript Describe an effective abstract List resources for improving ones writing skills

Transparency, rigor, and reproducibility in research Describe the need for transparency and its impact on the research process Describe the need for rigor and reproducibility and their impact on the research process Identify approaches to enhance the transparency, rigor, and reproducibility of your research project

Study design and data analysis basics List different types of epidemiologic studies Define key characteristics and limitations of cross-sectional studies Define key characteristics and limitations of cohort studies List resources for study design and data analysis

Presenting your summer research Describe elements of an effective poster List venues for presenting research projects Describe elements of an effective lab meeting presentation

Evaluating the literature and presenting a journal club Describe strategies for reading and critiquing a scientific article Describe elements of an effective journal club

Final quiz